Affectionately dubbed “Seminary for the Ordinary,” OBX ONE gives every person in the church an opportunity to learn the same kinds of things taught in seminary without writing papers, taking tests, reading thousands of pages, and paying thousands of dollars.
How does this work?
- Students work at an easy to manage pace listening to pre-recorded lectures and filling out the accompanying study guides.
- Each course runs on an eight week schedule with one class meeting at the end of each month.
- In these meetings, students are focused on the major points and interact with each other to process and apply what they’ve learned.
What’s the goal?
The goal is to develop followers of Christ who are better equipped to serve in their churches and communities.
If God is calling you to prepare in this way, please consider registering for an upcoming course. The current schedule and course descriptions are below.
<<< COURSE SCHEDULE >>>
2023
| CLASS | BEGINS | ENDS | MEETINGS |
| Biblical Interpretation | Feb 5 | Mar 31 | Feb 24 / Mar 31 | 6-9pm |
| Old Testament Survey 1 | Apr 3 | May 26 | Apr 28 / May 26 | 6-9pm |
| SUMMER BREAK (JUN 1 – JUL 31) | |||
| Old Testament Survey 2 | Aug 1 | Sept 29 | Aug 25 / Sep 29 | 6-9pm |
| New Testament Survey 1 | Oct 1 | Dec 1 | Oct 27 / Dec 1 | 6-9pm |
| WINTER BREAK (DEC 2 – JAN 30) |
2024
| CLASS | BEGINS | ENDS | MEETINGS |
| New Testament Survey 2 | Feb 5 | Mar 29 | Feb 23 / Mar 29 | 6-9pm |
| Practical Discipleship | Apr 1 | May 31 | Apr 26 / May 31 | 6-9pm |
| SUMMER BREAK (JUN 1 – JUL 31) | |||
| Church History 1 | Aug 5 | Sept 27 | Aug 30 / Sep 27 | 6-9pm |
| Church History 2 | Oct 1 | Nov 29 | Oct 25 / Nov 29 | 6-9pm |
| WINTER BREAK (DEC 1 – JAN 30) |
2025
| CLASS | BEGINS | ENDS | MEETINGS |
| Theology 1 | Feb 3 | Mar 28 | Feb 28 / Mar 28 | 6-9pm |
| Theology 2 | Apr 1 | May 30 | Apr 25 / May 30 | 6-9pm |
| SUMMER BREAK (JUN 1 – JUL 31) | |||
| Missions + Evangelism | Aug 1 | Sept 26 | Aug 29 / Sept 26 | 6-9pm |
<<< COURSE DESCRIPTIONS >>>
Biblical Interpretation
This course lays a foundation for deeper study of God’s word by gaining an understanding of the differing literary genre found within the Bible, the history of the English language Bible and its various translations, as well as proper approaches to biblical interpretation and the necessity of faith.
Old Testament Survey 1 & 2
These courses develop a better understanding of the Old Testament by charting the trajectory of its
narrative, examining the history of God’s people, and following God’s revelation of Himself and His saving work in Christ from creation through the Prophets.
Section 1: Genesis through Song of Songs
Section 2: Psalms through Malachi
New Testament Survey 1 & 2
These courses focus on gaining a better understanding of the New Testament by examining its testimony to Christ, becoming acquainted with relevant language and cultural background, and the nature of God’s people in Christ from the time of Jesus through His return.
Section 1: The Gospels and Acts
Section 2: Romans through Revelation
Practical Discipleship
This course teaches principles and practices of spiritual growth and intentional discipleship in both a one-on-one and small group Context. Learning from the example of Jesus and His disciples, analogies will be made to contemporary environments for the practice of biblical discipleship among God’s people today.
Church History 1 & 2
These courses help to gain an understanding of the Church from Pentecost through modern day. The intent will be to explore significant events, figures, and developments within the Church’s history for the purpose of understanding diversity and unity within the body of Christ today.
Section 1: The Church to the Reformation
Section 2: The Reformation through today
Theology 1 & 2
These courses examine the major Christian doctrines and proper thinking about: God as He has revealed Himself in Scripture, Human beings and the world we live in, God’s redemptive work in Christ, What the Church is now and what she will be, and What is to come for the saved and the unsaved.
Section 1: God, Scripture, and Sin
Section 2: The Person of Christ, Redemption, His Church, Last Things
World Missions and Evangelism
This course looks at the current state of the world in relation to the mission of God’s people in it, and
seeks to gain a better understanding of how global concern calls for local action. Topics addressed will
include: How Christianity differs from world religions, The message of Jesus in a pluralistic society, Witness and Evangelism, The history of global missions and the call of God’s people.
Meeting Requirements
and Format
Each class is an eight week format and the student will have weekly course work as follows:
- Approx 2-3 recorded lectures ranging from 35-50 minutes in length.
- 1 corresponding study guide per lecture to fill out.
- 1 class meeting each month to discuss learning and application.
Meetings are held at Outer Banks Community Church (OBXCC): 4711 S Croatan Hwy; Nags Head
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