This summer, we focused on the priority of and the proper approach to Scripture. We know Scripture matters, and we believe all Scripture is inspired by God, pointing us toward Christ. Knowing this, how might we begin to more fully understand the story of God through his Word?
In the classes this Fall, we will explore how the overarching story of God is visible in Scripture, through stories and patterns. We will seek clarity not only in God’s story but also in how we are part of that story. Because this isn’t just a story we are trying to understand, it is the story we are living in. As Paul says, the body isn’t complete unless we are all actively part of it. So, we need your voice, your questions, and your perspective. Join us this Fall so together we might understand more fully who God is, who we are, and what role God has for us in His good world.
September 6th - Combined Adult Class
December 13th – Combined Adult Class
December 20th – Combined Adult Class
December 27th – No Classes
January 3rd, 2027 – No Classes
January 10th, 2027 – Winter Quarter Begins
Jono Blackwell
Room 401 – Hali Project Room
‘Your Kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven’...do you struggle with the reality of God’s kingdom in Scripture? What is it, when is it, what does it mean for us to be a part of it? Do you struggle with giving up control of your ‘kingdom’ on earth to pursue and submit to God’s reign? I do…and Scripture reveals that humanity has too since the beginning of humankind.
Join me this fall as we connect what are seemingly individual stories of God’s interactions with mankind into a greater story, the Story of God, that reveals God’s relentless pursuit to partner with his creation in the realization of His kingdom on earth, as it is in heaven.
Together, we will discover the consistent nature of God’s relationship with humanity—a cyclical pattern of Rescue, Rebellion, Ruin, and Repentance. From the initial blessing of Creation through the rise and fall of Israel, we will trace God’s steadfast pursuit of His people, culminating in the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus and the commissioning of His Church.
Ultimately, the class aims to foster spiritual transformation encouraging participants to live as disciples who are "feasting on the kingdom" in their daily lives. As we walk through this story, we will dive into four life-changing questions:
Who is God? (Theology: What is His true nature?)
Who am I? (Identity: Who were we created to be?)
Why am I here? (Mission: What is our role in His Kingdom?)
Where do I belong? (Community: How does this story shape our relationships?)
You are a part of this story. Come join the discussion this fall as we put the pieces together and discover our role in God’s Kingdom today.
Kyle Wade
Room 603
We know many stories of the Bible, but do we really know what to do with them? What do I do with narratives like the near sacrifice of Isaac or Balaam and his talking donkey? How am I to make sense of Joshua leading the Israelites to slaughter the Canaanites? What am I supposed to learn about who God is, who I am, and why I am here through these seemingly random stories?
The story of God throughout Scripture repetitively offers us the heartbeat of life again and again... (1) A God who rescues his people because of his love. (2) A God who watches his people rebel against him. (3) A God who is forced to watch his people in ruin as a consequence for their choices. (4) And a God who sees his people repent amid their pain. And the sequence continues to repeat.
Could knowing the cycle help us know who He is? Might we better understand who we really are, what we really need, and what that means in Amarillo, Texas today? Join us this fall as we see the cycle and begin to put the pieces into place.
Ben Hayes
Room 701 - Library
If you were going to tell someone the “story of the Bible” in five minutes, or two minutes, or two sentences, how would you do it?
If you don’t know, that’s OK. The classes this fall are geared towards helping us all grasp the story of what God has done throughout scripture.
In this class, we’re going to use a story to guide us. It has been suggested that the story Jesus tells in Luke 15 is the story of the Gospel, Scripture, and the world, and that if we sit with this story long enough, we learn to see the world, ourselves, and God differently. We will begin by looking at the text in its Lukan context, while considering passages that lie behind the story in Luke 15. We will then journey through Scripture, beginning in the Old Testament, to see how this narrative and its cyclical pattern are present throughout all of Scripture and how it is, in fact, the story of Scripture itself. By reflecting on the different ways we so often run from God, and how God continues to pursue us, the aim is that we will grow in love, and see, like the Father does.
Sundays, 1:00-2:00pm
Library - 701
This group is for the family and friends of those currently or
formerly struggling with substance abuse. This is a great
opportunity to find a supportive community as we learn to love
well.
Brad & Karen Thompson
Wednesdays
7:00-8:00pm - Hali Project Room
Designed for developmentally delayed adults, Zacchaeus’
Place is our Wednesday night gathering where each week we
have a Bible lesson, we sing happy birthday to anyone celebrating, and we have a prayer time that is second to none
at Southwest. These days, we’re meeting at Snack Pak to serve
together in the fight against hunger. If you’d like to experience
the joy found in this class along with making some new friends,
we would love to have you join us!
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
12:00-1:00pm - Library - 701
This recovery group is open for anyone currently or formerly
struggling with substance abuse. It is a safe place to find
supportive community on the road to recovery.
Scott Walker
Thursdays
7:00-8:00pm - Library - 701
Every Thursday, we have an open recovery meeting with a
speaker and a chip ceremony. This event is open for anyone
struggling with an addiction of any kind.
Children & Students - Wednesdays
Birth - 4th Grade: 6:30-7:30pm Meet in Club 513 -
Supervision is available until 8, if parents are
attending the adult classes
5th & 6th Grades: 6:30-8:00pm: Meet in Route 56
7th-12th Grades: Trek Groups & Activities 6:30-8:00pm