Darrell Bock: The Historical JesusThe historical Jesus Intensive will look at how to talk about Jesus in terms of history, especially in contexts where the Bible’s handling of the subject is questioned. It will consider both the contents of key events and the cultural background to how the gospels speak and emerged in a predominantly oral culture.
THE BIBLE COALITION INTENSIVE
In addition to Winter Bible School’s event in June, we are proud to announce The Bible Coalition Intensive, a brand new seminar running for five days after Winter Bible School.
The dates for this will be 24th to the 28th June (Monday to Friday) at The Orchard Church, Te Puke.
WHO IS IT FOR?
The Intensive is designed for people that are serious about learning from the Bible and passionate about the local church or ministry, no matter what role they are currently in.
Our aim with the Intensive is to provide in-depth, high quality teaching in a smaller setting. This allows for greater interaction around questions so that participants get more out of each session.
With this aim, spaces for the Intensive will be limited to just 25 people. If you're interested, an application is required. Use this form and message 'Intensive' to receive an application to fill out.
OUR SPEAKERS
Quality in-depth sessions and content, taught by four highly sought-after local and international speakers.
Greg Burgess: The Minor ProphetsThe Old Testament prophets were feisty, no-nonsense, God-honouring straight shooters. Though written primarily for the ancient people of Israel, their books have a message that is up to date for us. They called out a corrupt state that put economics ahead of a healthy community. They exposed godless pagan worship promoted by the state. They called out the greed and superficial worship among God’s people. And of course, they called people to get ready for the coming of Messiah to judge the world and set up His kingdom. Let no one tell you the Old Testament prophets are irrelevant! Come to our theology Intensive as we look at the first five Minor Prophets, Hosea through Jonah.
Geoff Smith: Overview of Matthew 1-13In this module, we will first consider the overall argument and message of Matthew's Gospel, taking an in-depth look at Matthew 1-13, and explore the major theological and Biblical ideas that surface in this important Gospel - e.g. The Kingdom, Jesus the King, The Sermon on the Mount, The Miracles of Christ and The Unpardonable Sin, etc.
Graham Blaikie: WorldviewsWhy do some people believe that everything, from the trees to the universe, is part of God (pantheism)? And what about those who argue there is no God (atheism)? Can theism (the view of Christians) really compete in the diverse marketplace of these and other worldviews? In this class, we will seek to better understand the beliefs of the major worldviews, considering them through a Christian "lens", and exploring why Christianity is the most coherent and compelling of them all.
Key Information
With two separate events being run over June, here's an overview of the Bible Coalition Intensive's key information, and its differences compared to the 'Truth Matters' event.
If you have further questions feel free to reach out!
Dates
The Bible Coalition Intensive will run for five days after 'Truth Matters' from Monday the 24th till Friday the 28th of June.
Cost
The cost will be $250 pp.
Class limits
In order to provide engaging teaching and quality content, we are limiting this year's Intensive to just 25 people.
Food and Accommodation
While morning tea will be provided each day, all other food (lunch and dinner) and accommodation will need to be self-arranged.
Key differences to 'Truth Matters'
This Intensive is personal and a more focused version of Winter Bible School with greater in-depth learning of the topics at hand - all of which are different from the "Truth Matters' schedule.
The Intensive is aimed at people passionate about the local church or ministry, and serious about engaging with the subjects offered.
You are welcome to attend both 'Truth Matters' and the Intensive (both at separate costs) or just the Intensive.
