Master Class
Welcome to Calvary’s Master Classes. We believe in biblical literacy, and that is why we are excited to offer these opportunities to explore the Bible in depth. Each class is led by a scholar specializing in a particular field. Check out our newest in-person class or catch up on past classes.
How to Understand God's Design for Human Desire
Join us for a Master Class with Dr. AJ Swoboda as he explores the complex landscape of human desire. Dr. Swoboda is an assistant professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University. He also leads a Doctor of Ministry program around the Holy Spirit and leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of a number of books, including the award-winning Subversive Sabbath.
Drawing from his book "The Gift of Thorns," Dr. Swoboda tackles one of the most challenging aspects of our spiritual journey: how to navigate our desires in faithful pursuit of Jesus. He helps us understand which desires to nurture and which to crucify. Come discover how the thorns in our lives might actually be gifts from God, designed to shape our desires and draw us closer to Him.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Drawing from his book "The Gift of Thorns," Dr. Swoboda tackles one of the most challenging aspects of our spiritual journey: how to navigate our desires in faithful pursuit of Jesus. He helps us understand which desires to nurture and which to crucify. Come discover how the thorns in our lives might actually be gifts from God, designed to shape our desires and draw us closer to Him.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Check out the "Living as a Christian in a Political Culture" Master Class with our very own Pastor Marty!
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How to Read the Bible
w/ Marc Turnage
This class will give you an in-depth understanding of scripture and its background. You’ll develop the tools to discover and apply the meaning of scripture and come away better understanding the Bible’s context.
How to Read Revelation
w/ Dr. Melissa Archer
We have often reduced Revelation to a road-map for end time events and left behind its message and theology. This Master Class will help us read Revelation worshipfully through the world of the text rather than the lens of our culture.
How to Engage a Divided Culture
w/ Pastor Sean Sloan
Jesus showed us how to be a listening and loving presence in the conversations that are currently dividing culture. This class will dive into God's design for how the church should engage with humanity.
How to Think Biblically About Sexuality w/ Dr. A.J. Swoboda
How to Overcome the Battle of the Mind
w/ Liana Cruz
We believe in the importance of biblical literacy. That's why we welcomed Dr. A.J. Swoboda to speak on a biblical view of sexuality and how to approach the subject with boldness, conviction, and grace.
This class will equip you with the tools you need to understanding your emotional and mental health through a biblical lens. You will walk away knowing exactly what God says about these issues and how we can overcome our struggle with the word of God.