LifeCourses | Burnt Hickory Baptist Church

LifeCourses are short-term small group studies designed to help you learn about and grow deeper in your knowledge of God. Check out the list of LifeCourses below for everything coming up starting January 7.

LifeCourses are short-term small group studies designed to help you learn about and grow deeper in your knowledge of God.

“And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight.” Philippians 1:9

Wednesday Night LifeCourses

Weekly | 6:30 pm

Connect (Ladies)

Ongoing | Room A275 | Cost: Free

This is our weekly time set aside just for the women at Burnt Hickory. It’s a space to share stories, grow together, and encourage one another as we navigate life’s ups and downs. Whether you come every week or drop in when you can, you’re always welcome. Let’s walk this journey together. Teaching: Emilee Turner

DivorceCare

Ongoing | Room A276 | Cost: $23

DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. In this video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. Teaching: Gail Gross & Tammy Poteet

The Connected Child: Bring Hope and Healing to Your Adoptive Family

Foster & Adoption Focus Group: The Connected Child

Ongoing | Room A274 | Cost: $9

This class will share together the joys and challenges of welcoming children into your home with care, consideration, and compassion. This study of The Connected Child will help you build strong bonds of affection and trust; address and manage any learning or behavioral challenges effectively, and discipline with love, ensuring your child feels secure and supported. Foster and adoptive parents seeking to strengthen their connections with their children are encouraged to join us on this meaningful journey of understanding and growth. Teaching: Rory & Jess Mathisen

Grace in the Journey: A Bible Study for Special Needs Parents

Ongoing | Room A181 | Cost: Free

A safe, faith-filled space for parents raising children with unique abilities—from infancy through adulthood. Come for connection, and encouragement as we explore how God’s grace shines through our brokenness. This is a ongoing bible study drop ins welcome. Teaching: Jason & Dawn Hart

GriefShare

Ongoing | Room A171 | Cost: $23

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. Join seasoned leaders who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. Teaching: Wanda Crane & Lane Slaten

I Am the Alpha (Revelation)

January 7 – May 13 | Room A291 | Cost: Free

A chapter-by-chapter journey through the Book of Revelation, designed for both those brand new to Scripture and those who have walked with the Lord for many years. Explore and seek to understand God’s message of hope, victory, and faithfulness in these prophetic pages. Looking to build a foundation or deepen your knowledge? This study will offer clarity, encouragement, and meaningful discussion for all who attend. Teaching: Lew Hayberg

Influencing Family Dynamics

February 25 – April 1 | Room A172 | Cost: Free

God has uniquely designed you with a purpose in your family relationships. Yet living out that purpose with your spouse and children and extended family can be challenging in the pressures of everyday life. When you understand the core of how God has wired you, your strengths, tendencies, and spiritual identity, you gain clarity and confidence that can transform the way you love, communicate, and lead. As you grow in your understanding of who you are in Christ, every relationship is strengthened. Teaching: CJ Crenshaw

Men’s Bible Study: When Your Way Isn’t Working

February 25 – April 1 | Room A295 | Cost: $11

Feeling irritable, overwhelmed, or disconnected? These are signs that something in your life might be out of sync. Instead of relying on your own strength, consider the wisdom found in John 15:5, where Jesus says, "I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." Staying connected to Him is the key to overcoming life's challenges and finding true fulfillment. Leading: Gary Cunningham

[Pastor’s Open Bible Study] Faith & Culture

February 25 – April 1 | Connections Room (A272) | Cost: Free

Understanding current events through a biblical worldview is vital for Christ followers, especially with our exposure to the constant stream of headlines and opinions. This class helps cut through the noise to examine the news events and filter them through Scripture. Come be equipped to think clearly, engage biblically, and respond faithfully while staying anchored in Christ’s mission to share the love and truth of Christ in a world desperate for hope. Teaching: Mike Wynn

Proverbs 4:23 Parenting

February 25 – April 1 | Room A285 | Cost: Free

Biblical parenting focuses on shaping a child’s heart, not just behavior. Parents answer to God to raise children by Scripture, guarding their own hearts and modeling humility and faith. Parents must address motives, idols, and spiritual direction and include loving authority with consistent discipline with intentional teaching. The goal is not outward compliance but helping children glorify God, embrace the gospel, develop a biblical worldview, and grow in repentance, faith, and dependence on Christ. Teaching: Michelle Strickland & Susan Hunt

Spiritual Growth: Moving Forward in Faith

January 7 – April 1 | Room A293 | Cost: Free

In this class, we will explore the essential steps to deepen your faith and live a life that glorifies Jesus Christ. Whether you're eager for change, comfortable in your current state, or questioning the need for growth, this class offers practical guidance and community support to help you move forward. Join us as we engage with Scripture, develop a meaningful prayer life, connect with fellow believers, and serve others with love. Teaching: Alexis Bass, Claudia & George Anastasiou, Grace & John Mutua

Spiritual Warfare

January 7 – April 1 | Room A290 | Cost: $7

This course will take an in-depth look at the battle every Christian faces every day.  We will look at who Satan is, how he works, what there is to know about demons, how we as Christians can stand against the devil’s schemes, and how to live a life of victory. Teaching: Brian Foster