OLIVE BRANCH BAPTIST CHURCH
MID-DAY BIBLE STUDY COURSE
11119 BOYDTON PLANK ROAD
DINWIDDIE, VA 23841
3rd QUARTER 2024 SYLLABUS
WEDNESDAY 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Instructor: The Reverend Kevin M. Northam, AS., BSBA., MBA., MDIV., MACE, L.H.D.
8108 Four Mile Run Pkwy
Henrico, Virginia 23231
(804) 469-3492 (church)/(804) 241-8208 (mobile)
church website: www.ourobbc.com
I. PURPOSE:
The mid-day bible study is designed to give the student the opportunity to engage in meaningful, effective and systematic scriptural study while focusing on practical application of God’s Word to and in our personal lives. Additionally, this course is being provided to offer an alternative to the traditional evening bible study session in effort to meet the diverse demands of the church congregation as well as the community. All individuals are welcome regardless of denomination or church affiliation.
II. REQUIREMENTS:
A. Class Attendance
B. Active Participation
C. Homework completion (as assigned)
D. Practical/Life Application
III. MEETING SCHEDULE:
A. July 3rd – Luke continuation
B. July 10th – No Class (Pre-Revival)
C. July 17th – No Class (Annual Revival)
D. July 24th – No Class (Post-Revival)
E. July 31st – Luke continuation
F. Aug. 7th – Luke continuation (Eat a Healthy Snack Day)
G. Aug. 14th – Luke continuation
H. Aug. 21st – Luke continuation (Invite A Friend Day)
I. Aug. 28th – Topical Discussion (Doing God’s Work)
J. Sept. 4th – Luke continuation (National Baptist Convention)
K. Sept. 11th – Luke continuation (Drink A Bottle of Water Day)
L. Sept. 18th – Luke continuation
M. Sept. 25th – Luke continuation
IV. Required textbook(s): Bible (parallel versions)
OBBC Mission Statement: To be a powerful organism that is empowered by the Holy Spirit to help people experience a growing knowledge of God as our Heavenly Father; to share freely Christ and His teaching; to experience a meaningful fellowship with God and fellow believers, while ministering unselfishly to persons in our church, the community and throughout the world.
OBBC Vision Statement:
1) LEAD the congregants in continuous spiritual growth as each saint faces life’s uncertainties, with the certainty of God’s protection;
2) TEACH God’s Word so that His ways and will are made known to all who desire a closer relationship with God;
3) REACH out and show the love that God shows us.
Valuable TO the Community…
Viable IN the Community…
Virtual BEYOND the Community…
Visible BY the Community…
Vital FOR the Community…
*Inclement Weather Procedures: In the event of inclement weather, please call the church (804) 469-3492, listen to local radio station(s) or watch local news channels to find out if we will be having Bible Study. Calls will also be circulated among students. Safety is our first priority and God knows your heart.
*During this season of sacrifice, please remember our COVID-19 Beatitudes:
1) Be Careful
2) Be Cautious
3) Be in Constant Communication with God
2024 “A Ministry Operating in Consistent Excellence”
1 Cor. 5:58
OBBC: The Living Church where the meaning, mission, message and ministry are experienced.
“A Church Where Loving One Another Is the Greatest Priority”
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