Adult Ministries · Sunday mornings
Equipping Hour
A time to study biblical doctrine and other topics so that we might grow in our knowledge of God and His Word.
“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.”Ephesians 4:11–12 (ESV)
Current series
Lessons and audio
Lesson notes and audio for each week. Missed a Sunday? Catch up here before the next class.
Now teaching
Foundations of the Faith
Taught by Pastor Ace Davis
- 1Introduction to the BibleLesson notes (PDF)Listen
- 2How to Know the BibleLesson notes (PDF)Listen
- 3The Attributes of GodLesson notes (PDF)Listen
- 4The Person of Jesus ChristLesson notes (PDF)Listen
- 5The Work of Jesus ChristLesson notes (PDF)Listen
- 6SalvationLesson notes (PDF)Listen
Next up
Lesson notes and audio will be posted here after the class.
Past series
Study at your own pace
Every past series is online with lesson notes and audio.
20 lessons
What We Teach at RBC
A walk through what we teach at Rosedale Bible Church: how to study the Bible, the Trinity, man, salvation, angels, the church, end times, and more.
7 lessons
Getting Back to Church
A study on God’s design for the church: what the church is, its purpose, and the offices of elder and deacon.
6 lessons
God’s Design for the Family
What Scripture says about the family, including the God-given roles of husbands and wives, so families can stay strong and united.
First time?
What to expect
Equipping Hour meets in the Social Hall from 9:00 to 10:00 am, before the 10:30 am Worship Service. Pastor Ace Davis is our regular teacher. Bring your Bible and a pen to take notes. Coffee and donuts are provided.
The class is taught from Scripture and aimed at every believer, whether you are new to the faith or have walked with Christ for many years. You don’t need to have attended earlier lessons to join.
Kids and youth: Sunday School for 1st–6th grade meets at the same hour (9:00–10:00 am) in the Children’s Ministry building, and Rooted Youth meets at 9:00 am.
“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.”2 Timothy 3:16–17 (ESV)
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”2 Peter 3:18 (ESV)
Join us this Sunday
Come early for Equipping Hour, then stay for worship.
Where
Social Hall
16000 Rosedale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93314
Entrance off Heath Rd