Registration is now open for our spring Bible studies!

Classes are offered Tuesday evening and Thursday morning and evening. Format varies by class. All classes include small group discussion. Class members will have material to prepare at home between class meetings. Contact the leader listed with the class if you have questions about a study.

Childcare is limited to studies meeting Thursday mornings, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at RBC. Please contact kareyparrott@restonbible.org to confirm availability before filling out the registration form.

You will need to purchase a study book. The registration link will direct you to either purchase the book on your own, or purchase it through RBC. If you purchase the book through RBC, your leader will have it waiting for you at the first class.

If class costs are a financial hardship, please email Hanibeth Yearick (hanibeth@restonbible.org) to request a scholarship.

Contact Hannah Yearick (hanibeth@restonbible.org) with questions about registration or to be placed on a wait list. We may not be able to accommodate those on the wait list, so we recommend you also register for another class.

Contact Hannah Yearick (hannahyearick@restonbible.org) if you have any questions.

In-person classes meet at Reston Bible Church in the main building, unless otherwise noted.

Fierce: Women of the Bible Who Changed the World by Jennifer CowartTuesday Evening

7:00 p.m.

Jan. 31

Room 238

Dana LeHew

The word fierce is used to describe women who are extreme athletes, high-level executives, or supermodels. Women at the top of their game. But what about the rest of us? Can we be fierce? Absolutely! In fact, women like us have been changing the world for thousands of years—many who received little fanfare yet lived fiercely anyway. In this six-week study we will look at lesser-known female characters in the Bible and the ways they changed the world by living into God’s calling. As we explore their lives, we will discover how we too can live into our callings, honor the Lord, and even change the world through our courage, faithfulness, and obedience.

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Pray Like This: Living the Lord’s Prayer by Steve GainesTuesday Evening

6:00 p.m.

Jan. 31

Room 236

Gloria Garcia-Avila and Beth Siu

Prayer is the most dynamic discipline in the life of a believer, yet it may be the most misunderstood and the least taught. This six-session Bible study shows believers that following Jesus’ Model Prayer will lead them to fall more in love with God and grow in their desire to engage in conversation with Him. Impactful, inspiring video sessions introduced by Pastor Steve Gaines include interview segments with proven leaders: J. D. Greear, Robby Gallaty, Kelly Minter, Lisa Harper, Ed Litton, H. B. Charles, and more.

In this Bible study you will understand how seeing God as Father affects your prayer life, grasp the significance of God’s invitation to call on His holy name, learn how a prayerful posture leads to an understanding of God’s will, and develop spiritual maturity and a knowledge of God’s kingdom.

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The Story of Hope by Good Soil EvangelismThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Jan. 19

Room 228

Kristin Brodowski and Nancy Petersburg

Note: This Bible study is for women with English as a Second Language at an Intermediate to Advanced level, but is also open to all women. Books will be provided at the first meeting. Please bring $5 to cover the cost of the book.

The Bible is truly a story of hope. This story shows the great need that all people have and how that need can be met. We will study God’s plan to bring hope to people of all times and all places by learning about the most important events in the Bible from its beginning to its end.

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Ruth: Loss, Love, and Legacy by Kelly MinterThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Feb. 2

Room 250A

Ronnie Jones

Many of us struggle through seasons of bitterness, tears, and loss, wondering if there could ever be a happy ending to our stories. The story of Ruth affirms that yes, there is hope. However, it’s not found in a happy ending scribed by a novelist’s pen, but in the power and protection of a sovereign God who never takes His eyes off of us for even a moment. In this 7-session study from Kelly Minter, we’ll examine Ruth’s journey of unbearable loss, redeeming love, and divine legacy. We’ll see how God proves Himself faithful as the One who rescues, revives, and restores. First released in 2009, this study is now updated with fresh content and new teaching videos from Kelly.

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Mama Bear Apologetics by Hillary Morgan FerrerThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Feb. 2

Room 236

Eileen Burkholder

When your kids come home from school asking questions about everything from moral relativity to cultural Marxism to whether God even exists, you need to be prepared with biblically sound answers. This study will help you understand the secular worldviews your children face every day and build the foundation of faith and knowledge you need to equip them to respond to culture’s lies. You will learn how to counter non biblical viewpoints with truth, love, kindness, and respect. Knowing what is true is the best way to argue against what is false. The Mama Bear Apologetics® Study Guide will prepare you to be confident as you seek effective ways to help your kids stand strong.

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The Gospel on the Ground: The Grit and Glory of the Early Church in Acts by Kristi McLellandThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Feb. 2

Room 238

Victoria Ro

Come along with biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Explore the call of Jesus to His disciples then and to us today. See how God’s Word can sustain us even in the most difficult of times and embrace the transformative grace we experience as children of God in His kingdom of celebration. See how God’s redemptive purposes are unstoppable in the Book of Acts

This class is now full.

The Pursuit of Holiness by Jerry BridgesThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Feb. 2

Room 240

Julie Johnston

“Be holy, for I am holy,” commands God to His people. But holiness is something that is often missed in the Christian’s daily life. According to Jerry Bridges, Christians are often confused about their role in bringing about holiness. In this 12-week study, Bridges helps us see clearly just what we should rely on God to do―and where we need to accept responsibility. Whether you are just beginning your pursuit of holiness or continuing your journey, these timeless principles and guidelines will challenge you to joyfully obey God’s command.

This class is now full.

Disciplines of a Godly Woman by Barbara HughesThursday Morning

9:30 a.m.

Feb. 2

Room 250B

Lisa McGowan

CMaybe discipline seems like a hard word to you―implying nothing but challenge and duty. Yet most of us see the value in cultivating spiritual disciplines, and we long to be more consistent in our relationship with God, even in the midst of our busy lives. Combining biblical teaching, poignant stories, and insightful reflection questions, Barbara Hughes explores 15 vital disciplines in this classic book―helping us to mature as godly Christian women and giving meaningful shape to our lives.

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Heaven, Hell, and Life After Death by Kay ArthurThursday Evening

7:00 p.m.

Feb. 2

Room 238

Pam Hopkins

Discover what God says about death, dying, and life after death. Many people are intrigued by what lies beyond death’s door, but we live in an age bombarded with many conflicting views. How can we be sure of what is true? In this study you’ll examine the Bible’s answers about death and what comes next. As you confront the inevitability of death in the context of the promise of heaven and the reality of hell, you will be challenged to examine your heart—and in doing so, find that, in grabbing hold of the hope of eternal life, the sting of death is replaced with peace.

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Encountering God by Kelly MinterThursday Evening

7:00 p.m.

Feb. 2

Room 236

Andrea Winey

Spiritual disciplines are essential to a more vibrant spiritual life and knowing God more intimately. Join Kelly Minter in this 7-session Bible study as she unpacks the biblical foundation for these sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Instead of being just one more thing on your to-do list, you’ll find that these habits of faith can actually create more margin in your life—providing peace and rest as you walk closer with Jesus.

This class is now full.

The Story of Hope by Good Soil Evangelism (CO-ED BIBLE STUDY)Thursday Evening

7:00 p.m.

Feb. 2

Room 146

Andrew Larson

Note: This Bible study is for MEN AND WOMEN with English as a Second Language at an Intermediate to Advanced level, but is also open to all. Books will be provided at the first meeting. Please bring $5 to cover the cost of the book.

The Bible is truly a story of hope. This story shows the great need that all people have and how that need can be met. We will study God’s plan to bring hope to people of all times and all places by learning about the most important events in the Bible from its beginning to its end.

Register here