Group Classes

This online class is a study of the nature of angels, humanity and sin from a Biblical perspective. It examines the pre-fall and post-fall condition of man and the implications of sin on the image bearing function of humanity. Lesson one addresses what Scripture has to say about angels. It covers the who, what, when, where and why of Angelology.

This course is taught by Professor Eric Barton. Eric is pastor of Bethel Downtown in Tyler, Texas. He is married and the father of two sons. Eric spent several years in the private sector before entering the ministry. It is his heart’s desire to love, to lead, and to guide God’s people through the teaching of God’s Word.

Recommended Reading for the course:  Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology chapters 19-24

This online class continues a study of the nature of angels, humanity and sin from a Biblical perspective. It examines the pre-fall and post-fall condition of man and the implications of sin on the image bearing function of humanity. Lesson one addresses what Scripture has to say about angels. It covers the who, what, when, where and why of Angelology.

This course is taught by Professor Eric Barton. Eric is pastor of Bethel Downtown in Tyler, Texas. He is married and the father of two sons. Eric spent several years in the private sector before entering the ministry. It is his heart’s desire to love, to lead, and to guide God’s people through the teaching of God’s Word.

Recommended Reading for the course:  Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology chapters 19-24

Chris Legg introduces this book of Mark as perhaps his favorite book of the bible. He finds in it many deep theological truths along with some controversial concepts. As the student grapples with the tensions and revelations of the text, transformation will be the outcome.

Professor Legg is the campus pastor of South Spring Baptist Church of Tyler. He is a licensed professional counselor and as such owns and operates Alethea Counseling Services. Chris is married, has three biological children and two adopted children. His challenge to the student is to read and study diligently, to honor and encourage one another, to contend with and be transformed by the text.

Chris Legg introduces this book of Mark as perhaps his favorite book of the bible. He finds in it many deep theological truths along with some controversial concepts. As the student grapples with the tensions and revelations of the text, transformation will be the outcome.

Professor Legg is the campus pastor of South Spring Baptist Church of Tyler. He is a licensed professional counselor and as such owns and operates Alethea Counseling Services. Chris is married, has three biological children and two adopted children. His challenge to the student is to read and study diligently, to honor and encourage one another, to contend with and be transformed by the text.

This class presents what can be known about God in an organized study of his attributes, administration, and authority over the created order. What we believe to be true about God is the most important thing about us. This course teaches how to think rightly about God.

Meet the professor:
The teacher for Theology 101 is Eric Barton. Eric has been teaching Womenary courses for several years. He is the downtown campus pastor for Bethel Bible Church in Tyler, Texas. He is married and the father of two teenage sons. Eric is a student of God’s Word, a teacher of God’s people, and a pastor to all who seek his counsel.

TEXTBOOKS: Bible (any translation…preferably ESV, NIV, NASB, NET, NKJV)
Required: Wayne Grudem – Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Bible Doctrine.
Recommended: Grenz, Stanley J., Olson, Roger E. Who Needs Theology Chapters 1-3
Optional: Moreland, J.P. Love Your God with All Your Mind

This class presents what can be known about God in an organized study of his attributes, administration, and authority over the created order. What we believe to be true about God is the most important thing about us. This course teaches how to think rightly about God.

Meet the professor:
The teacher for Theology 101 is Eric Barton. Eric has been teaching Womenary courses for several years. He is the downtown campus pastor for Bethel Bible Church in Tyler, Texas. He is married and the father of two teenage sons. Eric is a student of God’s Word, a teacher of God’s people, and a pastor to all who seek his counsel.

TEXTBOOKS: Bible (any translation…preferably ESV, NIV, NASB, NET, NKJV)
Required: Wayne Grudem – Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Bible Doctrine.
Recommended: Grenz, Stanley J., Olson, Roger E. Who Needs Theology Chapters 1-3
Optional: Moreland, J.P. Love Your God with All Your Mind