REGISTRATION ACTIVE / Free and Virtual


Finish strong as we study the Word of God. Join us for the Practical Life Institute’s Fall Term from September 30, 2024 - November 14, 2024. Challenge yourself register for a class. To register click on the QR code or go to PracticalLife.org. For more information contact Dr. Audrey Todd, Director of Educational Ministries at atodd@goodshepherdbaptist.org. 




1. Knowing God, Part 3. Discover the wonder, the richness and the gift of knowing God. Join Bishop Reaves in exploring deeper truths about knowing God through the context of the Triune nature of God.


Facilitator:
Bishop Jeffrey Reaves


Class Begins: September 30, 2024 at 6:00 PM (Mondays) 
Register in advance for this class:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkde-vrj4rHNGGRhsCic9Uq-v7c87oC44h






2. Practicing Resurrection - Maturing in Christ
The hope is that each of us has a desire to mature in Christ. Are you maturing? Join us as we converse with acclaimed author Eugene H. Peterson who invites us to explore what it takes to do so as revealed in the Book of Ephesians. 


Facilitator:
Dr. Audrey Todd


Class Begins: September 30, 2024 at 7:30 PM (Mondays)
Register in advance for this class:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrf-yoqz0uE9OZUv7hz0uuynj4cjyRpkJc






3. What Happens Next ? -  A Travelers Guide Through the End of this Age
Are we living in the end times? If so, what does that mean for us? These questions can cause confusion and anxiety in the hearts of Christians, but God wants us to be prepared, not scared; informed, not intimidated. Let's join Max Lucado on an optimistic and accessible journey into what the Bible says about the end times. These lessons will provide a solid foundation for understanding God's eternal plan and events like the Rapture, the Tribulation, and our eternal glory in Heaven. As Max teaches us, the end of our story is all about Hope and all about Jesus. 


Facilitators:
Min. Robert Brown 

Class Begins: October 1, 2024 at 6:30 PM (Tuesdays) 
Register in advance for this class:
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4. Biblical Apologetics


As Christian apologists, we must be able to explain what they believe, why they believe it, why others should believe it, and why contradictory systems are inadequate. Apologetics involves responding to any intellectual challenge to the Christian faith. Christian apologetics answers challenges to the biblical Christian faith — no matter who the challengers are. Join us as we learn to give a defense to everyone who asks for the reason for our hope in Jesus Christ.


Facilitators: 
Deac. Annie Mickens
Min. Naomi Pearson


Class Begins: October 3, 2024 at 6:30 PM (Thursdays) 
Register in advance for this class:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85327293313?pwd=czW9P2tRhKY4fDJrtJCnzvSiCE0oaw.1







5. The Battlefield of the Mind, Part 3 - Onward Christian Soldiers
In her book, Battlefield fo the Mind, Joyce Meyers does an excellent job in explaining ten common negative mindsets. These mindsets can develop as a result of constantly thinking negative thoughts. If you’re starting to realize that being positive is becoming increasingly more difficult, please join us as we seek to recognize and understand these negative mindsets as Christian soldiers determined to overcome.


Facilitators: 
Sis. Barbara Smith
Rev. Cynthia Todd
Class Begins: October 1, 2024 at 6:30 PM (Tuesdays)


Register in advance for this class:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the

class.




6. Journeying Through Grief

 

Journeying Through Grief is a compassionate course designed to support individuals navigating the challenging journey of grief. These conversations will provide comfort and hope to those grieving the loss of a friend or loved one. Join us and receive guidance on how to offer care, assurance, encouragement and hope at crucial times during the grieving process.


Facilitators: Dr. Margie Smith, Deacon Stefan Hill, and Sis. Venita Allen and other Stephen Ministers.

Registration Link for Dr. Smith's Conversations: Journeying through Grief

(Sundays) @ 9:00 AM (In Education Wing, Room B-4)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsdeyuqzksGNRc9sBAI9YzbJLgtryHEOU5