Bible study doesn’t just happen on Sunday morning. Equipping Classes are weekly Bible studies that create an opportunity to be strengthened in your faith and in the knowledge of God’s Word. These classes are short-term and often seasonal. Classes are available on Wednesday nights, weekdays, and Saturday mornings. Check out all the classes currently offered.
Wednesday Night Activities
Register now for one of FBCHville’s short-term Bible Studies. Wednesday night studies take place from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. These studies change each semester. Classes are open all semester and all are welcome to jump in at any point!
ONGOING
PASTOR’S BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30 PM | Chapel
Gather for a Bible study with Pastor Chesser on the book of Psalms.
No registration necessary.
CONNECT GROUP LEADER TRAINING- COED
Every Second Wednesday | Ongoing | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | Weekley 2209 | Resource Fee $0
Leader: Ben Baxley
A monthly gathering for Connect Group leaders to be trained in ministry and hear about churchwide happenings.
No registration necessary.
PRECEPT UPON PRECEPT BIBLE STUDIES
Revival or Captivity – 2 Kings 15-20; 2 Chronicles 26-32
What happens when men don’t believe God and listen to His instructions? Discover the answer to that question and delve into the history of Israel & Judah. Explore the history of God’s people and learn how to do right in the sight of God.
Tuesdays | Coed | March 4 – April 15, 2025 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM | Weekley 3309 | Resource Fee: $15 | Live
Leader: Vicki Louallen
A Love That Won’t Let Me Go – Hosea
In Hosea’s story and prophecy, discover the grace of God in His dealings with those who turn away from Him.
Mondays | Men | March 3 – March 31, 2025 | 6:30 – 8:45 PM | Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee: $15 | Live & Zoom
Leader: Paul Strong
Tuesdays | Coed | April 22 – May 20, 2025 | 9:00 – 11:30 AM | Weekley 3309 | Resource Fee: $15 | Live
Leader: Vicki Louallen
Wednesdays | Women | March 5 – April 2 | 9:30 – 11:30 AM | Weekley 2217 | Resource Fee: $15 | Live & Zoom
Leader: Becky Porter
Daytime BIBLE STUDIES
Revelation Bible Study by Jen Wilkin
Tuesdays | Women | January 14 – March 25, 2025 | 9:30 – 11:00 AM | Weekley 1101-1103 | Resource Fee $25
Leaders: Mary Benefiel and Donna Raley
Revelation shouldn’t leave believers fearful or confused. Though its imagery and concepts often confound modern ears, we can understand this helpful and profound book of the Bible through thoughtful study. Gather with Donna Raley and Mary Benefiel in this 10-session, verse-by-verse exploration of Revelation by author Jen Wilkin. Discover how the last book of the Bible is accessible, helpful, and speaks a steadying word of assurance and endurance to the church in every age. There are two convenient meeting options, Tuesday daytime or Wednesday evenings.
Luke In the Land: Walking With Jesus in His First Century World
Tuesdays | Women | January 14 – February 25, 2025 | 9:00 – 10:15 AM | Resource Fee $25
Optional Workout at 10:15-11:15 AM | FMC Glass Room
Leader: Jennifer Ray
Follow Kristi McLelland through the land of Israel and see where the stories of the Bible took place. Read Luke’s account of the life of Jesus differently and journey through teaching videos that take you to locations in Israel like Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, Gethsemane, Jerusalem, and the road to Emmaus. Along the way, see how Jesus, the Messiah, brought His kingdom to earth for everyone.
Wisdom In Trials
Wednesdays | Women | January 15 – March 5, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Weekley 2225
Leader: Janet Steen
The ancient books of Proverbs and Psalms overflow with hopeful, relevant wisdom for the challenges faced in contemporary society. Interactive experiences in class combined with practical home assignments will allow women to practice biblical responses to common issues of anxiety, irritability, weariness, depression, conflict, bitterness, decision-making, and suffering. The goal of the class is to create peaceful, godly habits to deal biblically with common problems.
Worthy: Embracing Your Identity In Christ
Wednesdays | Women | March 19 – April 23, 2025 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Weekley 2225 | Resource Fee $10
Leader: Janet Steen
In this interactive study, learn what God says about who you are versus what the world says about you. Each week, through small group discussions and a devotional text, explore God’s plans for bearing fruit in your life while resting in the comfort of His love and compassion.
Working Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays | Women | February 4 – April 15, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 AM | Weekley 1100 | Resource Fee $25
Leader: Janae Leeke
Having a hard time making Bible study fit around working hours or family? This new early morning women’s study will help establish accountability and go through book-based Bible Studies all before your morning commute. Starting with Jenn Wilkin’s “Better” study in Hebrews, experience how the new covenant in Jesus Christ is the better fulfillment of every promise.
Men’s Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Tuesdays | Men | Ongoing | 6:00 – 7:00 AM | Weekley 1103
Leader: Allan Legard
Join a growing community of men as they study, fellowship, and talk about how they’re making application of scripture to their everyday lives. This Spring, we are launching a new season in The Pursuit by Rick Burgess. The Pursuit challenges men to model their lives and their manhood after Jesus. The first two units will focus on the characteristics of Identity and Integrity.
Men’s Saturday Morning Bible Study
Saturdays | Men | Ongoing | 7:00 – 9:00 AM | Weekley Room 2209 |
Leaders: Scott Abbott, Scott Easter, and Todd Kammerzell
This Saturday morning men’s group is an ongoing community of men that meets to study God’s Word and grow as believers. This Spring, we are launching a new season in The Pursuit by Rick Burgess. The Pursuit challenges men to model their lives and their manhood after Jesus. The first two units will focus on the characteristics of Identity and Integrity.
Wednesday Night BIBLE STUDIES
The Rooted Marriage
Wednesdays | Co-ed | January 29 – March 5 | 6:30-7:30 PM | Hearthside Room
Leaders: Ben Baxley and Brian Smart
Any tree that lasts has deep, strong roots. Marriages that last have deep roots, too. Discover where your marriage needs to be rooted and how you can cultivate a healthy and vibrant marriage together.
The Way of Wisdom: A Study of Proverbs
Wednesdays | February 19 – March 26, 2025 |6:30 – 7:30PM |Women | Weekley 1100 |Resource Fee $0 | Leaders: Regina Gibson
From the pages of Proverbs, the incomparable beauty of God’s wisdom unfurls. God’s Word so fully addresses the issues of life offering an invaluable gift: wisdom for life. Delight in this timely book and remind your soul how to live as Christ in every facet of life.
Revelation Bible Study by Jen Wilkin
Wednesdays | Women | January 15 – March 26 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 2209 | Resource Fee $25
Leaders: Mary Benefiel and Donna Raley
Revelation shouldn’t leave believers fearful or confused. Though its imagery and concepts often confound modern ears, we can understand this helpful and profound book of the Bible through thoughtful study. Gather with Donna Raley and Mary Benefiel in this 10-session, verse-by-verse exploration of Revelation by author Jen Wilkin. Discover how the last book of the Bible is accessible, helpful, and speaks a steadying word of assurance and endurance to the church in every age. There are two convenient meeting options, Tuesday daytime or Wednesday evenings.
Seamless: Understanding the Bible As One Complete Story
Wednesdays | Women | January 29 – March 19, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 2201 | Resource Fee $20
Leader: Jennifer Hall
While the Bible is made up of 66 different books, written by 40 different men over 1,500 years, it is one complete story. From “In the beginning” to the final “Amen,” it is the story of God’s love for everyone. Gather to discover the complete story of the Bible as one beautiful, seamless thread.
Wisdom In Trials
Wednesdays | Women | January 15 – March 5, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee $0
Leader: Janet Steen
The ancient books of Proverbs and Psalms overflow with hopeful, relevant wisdom for the challenges faced in contemporary society. Interactive experiences in class combined with practical home assignments will allow women to practice biblical responses to common issues of anxiety, irritability, weariness, depression, conflict, bitterness, decision-making, and suffering. The goal of the class is to create peaceful, godly habits to deal biblically with common problems.
Worthy: Embracing Your Identity In Christ
Wednesdays | Women | March 19 – April 23, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 1113 | Resource Fee $10
Leader: Janet Steen
In this interactive study, will learn what God says about who you are versus what the world says about you. Each week, through small group discussions and a devotional text, explore God’s plans for bearing fruit in your life while resting in the comfort of His love and compassion.
Men’s Wednesday Night Bible Study
Wednesdays | Men | Ongoing | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 3319
Leaders: Jimmy Roberts and Jason Gallo
Join a growing community of men to study, fellowship, and talk about making application of scripture to our everyday lives. This Spring, we are launching a new season in The Pursuit by Rick Burgess. The Pursuit challenges men to model their lives and their manhood after Jesus. The first two units will focus on the characteristics of Identity and Integrity.
Teaching God’s Word
Wednesdays | Coed | January 15 – February 19, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Weekley 3319
Leader: Kyle Wiltshire & Don Walker
Have an interest in teaching God’s Word? Wondering where to begin, or how to grow? This 6-session course will develop the ministry skill of teaching the Bible. Learn how to study the Bible, how to prepare a Bible lesson, and how to lead a group with confidence.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Celebrate Recovery – COED
Tuesdays | Ongoing | 6:30 – 9:00 PM | FBCH Wilson Hall
Leader: Ron Foster
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12 step program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or hang-ups of any kind. This is a safe environment to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. To register contact Ron Foster at 615-447-1393.
Divorce Care
Tuesdays | Coed | January 14 – April 8 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | Weekley 1100 | Resource Fee: $20
Leader(s): Debi Judd, Jonathan Leake
Divorce is one of the most painful experiences one can face. So many emotions. So many challenges. You don’t have to go through it alone. DivorceCare offers support, answers, and practical tools to help manage the many stresses of separation and divorce and find healing.
divorcecare.org/groups/250136
Grief Share
Tuesdays | Coed | January 14 – April 8, 2025 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM | Weekley 1100 | Resource Fee: $20
Leaders: Ray Cleek, Corey Watson
GriefShare is a thirteen-session, Christ-centered grief support group to meet with a group of people who are grieving the death of someone close. The $20 registration fee is for the participant guide, and it will be collected at the first meeting. Each session will include discussion time and a thirty-minute video with valuable insights from counselors, pastors, and teachers, as well as stories of those who have found healing after a loved one’s death. To register go to www.GriefShare.org and find First Baptist’s group.
106 Bluegrass Commons Blvd.
Hendersonville,TN 37075
(615) 447-1300
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