Q. What is 101: Exploring the Basics of the Christian Faith? Is it a book or Bible study?

A. 101: Christianity Exploring the Basics of the Christian Faith is the first Bible study in the 101 Christianity series. It is a 10 week Bible study, not a book, although it is written with a lot of explanation in each chapter. Chapter titles include the Character of God, Salvation, the Bible, Prayer, Obedience, Growing as a Christian, Suffering, Community & Service and Sharing your Faith.

Q. What is the bigger vision of 101 Christianity?

A. The mission of 101 Christianity is two-fold: 1) to encourage and mobilize Christians to use these materials to reach those around them who are seeking or new to the faith, and 2) to provide foundational materials for a new believer or seeker in order to build a framework for understanding the Christian life. God’s design is to use His people to bring others the truth through making disciples. The big dream is for 101 Christianity to help ignite a grassroots discipleship movement where believers are regularly and confidently discipling others.

Q: Is this a study I can do by myself or is it more beneficial to do it in a group setting?

A: An individual can go through the study by themselves; however, it will be significantly more effective if studied with a friend or group. We are made to be in community.

Q: What is the 101-Christianity podcast?

A: The podcast is made up of either live recordings of teaching from a women’s study or other lecture type messages. Some of the teaching is geared toward women but most of the material is basic information for all audiences. The 101-Christianity podcast is available on iTunes.

Q: I’ve wanted to start a Bible study in my neighborhood but my neighbors all come from different backgrounds. Would this study be appropriate? I’m nervous about starting a group!

A: The study is meant to be a starting point for anyone regardless of religious background. We are all understandably nervous to share the Gospel because we don’t know how people will respond. We must remember, however, our job is to simply expose others to the truth by sharing it. The results are in God’s hands. The study has a limited amount of homework each week in a simple question/answer format. There are Bible verses to look up and questions to answer but the study is straightforward and intentionally not too academic. For more information on starting your own 101 group click HERE.

Q: How long does it take to finish a week’s lesson?

A: It will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete the lesson each week aside from the first week’s Introduction which is meant to be brief.

Q: What’s next in the 101 Christianity series?

A: The next studies will be two different studies focused on a survey of the Old Testament and a survey of the New Testament.

Q: Is this study only for women?

A: 101 Christianity was written specifically for a diverse audience. It is a gender neutral study anyone can use.

Q: Is the study appropriate for high school or college students?

A: Yes!

Q: Could this material be used at my church for a new member’s class?

A: Yes. Since the study is for both men and women it would be a great study for a new member’s class. Often times adults have never learned many of the basic truths in a simple-to-understand format. This study was designed to make it accessible for anyone.