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Get a Grip Classes
Would you like to really learn the basics of God's Word? Get a grip on the basics of your faith?
In the same way that physical laws - like the law of gravity, the law of thermodynamics and other laws - govern the natural world; God has set in motion spiritual laws that govern our relationship with Him and our experience (or lack of experience) in living the dynamic, victorious Christian life?
In our "Get a Grip" classes, we get into the Word of God to discover the basics of our faith and the spiritual laws God has established.
If you'd like the Lord's help to "connect-the-Bible-dots" - this is the class for you! If you've felt like you have "pieces" to the puzzle of God's Word, but you've never really understood what the "box top" of God's plan really looked like; we invite you to take our "Get a Grip" classes and allow the Lord to reveal more of His Word to you. He will help you to see the bigger picture - the "box top" - of His redemptive plan and His purpose for your life.
Start with "Get a Grip 101: Basics" and then move on to "Get a Grip 201: Serving." Here are more details:
"Get a Grip 101: Basics"
As soon as you're ready, we encourage you to take this class! Whether you're a new, young or seasoned believer, this is a great class for learning God's Word and being reminded of the basics of God's Word. In this class, we use the popular Getting a Grip on the Basics workbook to cover important topics like:
How to be Sure You are a Christian
How to Talk to God
How to Hear from God
How to Experience God's Love and Forgiveness
How to be Filled with the Spirit
How to Grow in Faith
How to Get Involved as a Member at VFC
...and more!
(This class is a prerequisite for anyone who wants to serve as a volunteer on The VCrew or attend the EPIC School of Ministry.)
Next "Get a Grip 101: Basics" Class
Begins Sun Jan 8 | 9-10:30am | Cathedral
This nine-week class will be a unique version using both live teaching and video from Pastor Beth's recent Basics class. This class provides a solid foundation for new believers and is a great refresher for seasoned believers. If you're ready to grow spiritually, volunteer or become a member, jump into this class and ignite your passion for the Lord. Kids Ministry available. Books are available at the VFC Bookstore. SIGN UP HERE.
Sunday, Jan 8 - Chapters 1 & 2
Online Learning - Chapter 3
Sunday, Jan 15 - Chapter 4
Online Learning - Chapter 5
Sunday, Jan 22 - Chapter 6
Sunday, Jan 29 - Chapter 7
Sunday, Feb 5 - Chapter 8
Sunday, Feb 12 - Chapter 9
Sunday, Feb 19 - Chapter 11
Sunday, Feb 26 - Chapter 10
Online Learning - Chapters 12 & 13
Sunday, March 4 - Membership Class
"Get a Grip 101: Basics" is online!
For those of you who are unable to make the eight-week live class, we have another option for you: the Get a Grip Bible Study Series online learning website! To register and receive more details please click here.
"Get a Grip 201: Serving"
After you've completed "Get a Grip 101: Basics" and when you're ready to take the next step, grow in your faith or become a leader at VFC, jump into our "Get a Grip 201: Serving" class and expand in your ability to serve the Lord. We use the Getting a Grip on the Basics of Serving God workbook in this class to cover things like:
The Heart of a Servant
Understanding God's Org Chart
How to Get Promoted in God's Kingdom
Understanding God's Structure for Authority
Introduction to Spiritual Gifts
Identifying Your God-Given Gifts
...and more!
(Note: Completion of "Get a Grip 101: Basics" is a prerequisite for this class. This is a great class for those who want to deepen their faith and grow in their walk with God. This class is also a prerequisite for anyone who wants to serve in leadership at VFC or who wants to attend the EPIC School of Ministry.)
Next "Get a Grip 201: Serving" Class
Stay tuned for dates...
"Get a Grip 201: Serving" is online!
For those of you who are unable to make the eight-week live class, we have another option for you: the Get a Grip Bible Study Series online learning website! To register and receive more details please click here.
Grip Mentorship Program
To go along with "Get a Grip 101: Basics" and "Get a Grip 201: Serving" class, we are offering a Mentorship Program that will provide a small group, or one-on-one setting in which you have an opportunity to ask further clarifying questions and seek answers to the material being discussed in the classroom and/or from the video venue. This Mentorship Program is only 3 sessions long and is a great opportunity to strengthen your walk with the Lord and meet people.
Winter Mentorship Schedule
Grip Basics | Sun Jan 15, 29, Feb 19 | 3pm | Water Street Coffee, Downtown Sign up here.
Grip Basics | Tue Jan 17, 31, Feb 21 | 6:30pm | VFC Cafe Sign up here.
Grip Basics | Wed Jan 18, Feb 1, 22 | 6pm | VFC Conference Room B Sign up here.
Grip Serving | Thu Jan 19, Feb 2, 23 | 7:30pm | Panera, Westnedge Sign up here.
What to expect in "Get a Grip 101: Basics" Mentorship:
• Know Jesus is the only way
• Know what sin is and how to receive forgiveness
• Believe the Bible is God’s Word & is the Truth
• Believe there is an enemy and Jesus defeated him
• Establish consistent quiet time, knowing how to talk w/ God and pray according to His Word
• Understand the difference between being born of & filled with the Spirit
What to expect in "Get a Grip 201: Serving" Mentorship:
• Know & become committed to the vision of VFC
• Understand the difference between Global Church and Local Church
• Embrace God’s plan for your life
• Understand faithfulness is a pre-requisite to promotion in God’s Kingdom
• Understand the concept of “Your gift will make a way” & be actively serving on the weekends
• Understand the Biblical principle of Submission & Authority
• Commit to honoring the God-appointed leadership at VFC
