Welcome...
...to our on-line Bible study as a service of Mountain View Baptist Church. Our desire is that you come to know the Lord in a wonderful way and experience the peace that a right relationship brings. God is our friend and we must learn to draw closer to him. These Bible studies are designed with that in mind. Simply read the materials in the body of the lesson, then proceed to the Path Finder portion, do the assigned reading, and answer the questions. You may email us with your answers. We will go over them and send them back with our suggestions and other materials that might help. We look forward to assisting you in your spiritual growth and knowledge of our Lord.
The Journey of Life
Life is a journey...many people that look successful and secure are often plagued by questions of their origin or purpose for life. This Bible study is designed to help you understand this journey and our relationship to the Lord. We have a great designer and he has a wonderful purpose for our lives, all we need is some direction and a guide for us to find the right path and stay on it. This journey we are on leads to home and this life prepares us for that place. Read all six lessons to get the whole course on the journey.
Lesson One...The Journey Begins
This lesson is designed to start you on the path to home. We need to understand who God is, our relationship to him, and how to really know him. (download lesson)
Lesson Two...The Great Design
To understand the journey we must understand some background. The course is laid out for us since eternity. Sin has separated us from God but God had a great design...it’s called Grace and forgiveness. You must understand God’s grace to understand how good God is. We are eternally secure in His grace. (download lesson)
Lesson Three...Looking for Trail Markers
In this lesson we discuss three trail markers God has given us so that we might stay on the path. We must desire to know Him more fully; desire would be the first one. We must consecrate ourselves to him; a holy lifestyle would be next. We must learn to serve Him as he directs, find your place is third. We have a wonderful Savior and friend but we must realize salvation came with our surrender. We are bought with a price...the blood of Jesus Christ. Salvation is a free gift but growth spiritually comes when you desire to grow and consecrate yourself to Him. (download lesson)
Lesson Four...Mud Holes and Landslides
We have an adversary and his name is Satan. In our walk on life’s paths we often find ourselves in the mud holes of life or things cave in around us. You don’t want to become a casualty...know the enemy, know his tactics, and know how to defeat him. This lesson is a must to all Christians. (download lesson)
Lesson Five...God’s Oasis
The church is God’s Oasis in life. The church is there as a place to get refreshed in the trials of life. The church is a place to find correction when we get off course in life. The church is a place to learn of the Lord and serve him. The church is a saving station to reach those that are perishing. The church is your spiritual compass, a tool of the Holy Spirit, an earthly place to aid in our journey home. (download lesson)
Lesson Six...Home
Home is a wonderful place. When I think of home I think of warmth and loved ones together in harmony. God wants us to live for the next life and the hope of a home in heaven. In this lesson God gives us a small glimpse of what lies ahead for us. You will be surprised to see just what the Lord has already revealed. Best of all we will be wit Him for eternity. Another must read in this series of lessons...start at the beginning but work for the end. (download lesson)