Equip are adult discipleship classes that provide opportunities for spiritual growth in combination with Life Bible Study.
These classes are designed in 6 and 12-week sessions and are held throughout the week.
To access the outline of Equip classes, click here.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Chapel)
From new believers to seasoned saints, everyone experiences times of confusion when trying to discern what a Bible passage means and why it’s important. If you have ever struggled to answer a child’s complicated question about God, or wondered why different denominations hold different views, you know it can be difficult to bridge the gap between the Bible and our daily lives. Together, we can take a step into deeper understanding of how to read and apply the doctrines of God’s Word.
This course has two main topics: Bible study methods and systematic theology. First, we will learn and practice technical skills to understand what a passage says, what it means, and why it matters (exegesis and exposition). Then, we will look at collections of scripture passages to see what the Bible says about certain topics (systematic theology). Each lesson will weave together times of teaching and discussion with devotional reflection to integrate knowledge and application. The goal of this course is to align our daily faith journey with the core doctrines of the faith: what the Church has always believed about who God is, how He speaks through His Word, and who He wants us to be as a result.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Sep 24 @ 6:30–8p (336 A/B)
Talking with kids about Jesus no longer comes naturally to many Christian parents. In this class participants will hear thoughtful and practical ways to disciple their kids in various stages of childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. "Raising Disciples" will awaken parents to the possibly of Jesus-centered parenting.
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (336 A/B)
What does it take to forge the family God has call you to have? Join Joe Dougharty and walk through scripture and see how God's Word and examples of scripture give you vision for the family he has called you to have.
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Room 258)
Prayer to a believer is like breath in your lungs—it is essential to life. Over the next six weeks, this prayer class is designed to cultivate a heart for prayer. Whether you're just beginning your prayer journey or seeking to enhance your current practice. Come and explore the purposes of prayer, learn how to discern the voice of God, and uncover other key aspects of prayer that are vital for deepening your walk with Christ.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Sep 24 @ 6:30-8p (Rm 144 – Connection Center)
God says a lot in his Word about money, possessions, and how we should engage with them. Join us as we dive into this discussion-based Bible study focused on the practical application of His words to your life.
Cost: $30 for materials. Please purchase materials before the first class.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (5th Floor)
For Men Only: This isn't just another study tool for men—it's a proven framework for personal growth and integrity in a world full of challenges. Real success means equipping yourself with the tools and strategies to navigate the pressures that men face every day. Built around confidential small groups, you'll find a space of trust, support, and encouragement. The environment is relaxed, and each month you'll engage with a curriculum that includes video content, workbooks, and open discussion.
Sundays, Aug 24–Nov 16 @ 4-5:30p (Rm 262)
An introductory class to developing a strong foundation for your personal relationship with God, led by table facilitators in a small group format. You will go through the fundamentals of discipleship, enriching Bible studies, scripture memorization, effective quiet time tools, and how to deepen your prayer life.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (4th Floor)
An introductory class to developing a strong foundation for your personal relationship with God, led by table facilitators in a small group format. You will go through the fundamentals of discipleship, enriching Bible studies, scripture memorization, effective quiet time tools, and how to deepen your prayer life.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Sundays, Aug 24–Nov 16 @ 4-5:30p (Rm 262)
Discipleship Essentials: Book 2 builds on the work accomplished in Book 1. You will learn ways to deepen your own Christian life, examine approaches for sharing your faith, and find fresh ways to experience an extended time alone with God.
NOTE: You must have completed Discipleship Essentials: Book 1 before taking the Book 2 class.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (4th Floor)
Discipleship Essentials: Book 2 builds on the work accomplished in Book 1. You will learn ways to deepen your own Christian life, examine approaches for sharing your faith, and find fresh ways to experience an extended time alone with God.
NOTE: You must have completed Discipleship Essentials: Book 1 before taking the Book 2 class.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (4th Floor)
In this third and final study in the series, you will continue to develop and strengthen your walk with Christ. You will discuss priorities for life management, learn a versatile tool for explaining the Gospel, and sharpen your own salvation testimony. Book three will help you combine the practices and knowledge gained in the first and second books.
You must have completed the Book 1 and Book 2 classes of Discipleship Essentials before taking the Book 3 class.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Sundays, Aug 24–Nov 16 @ 4-5:30p (Rm 262)
In this third and final study in the series, you will continue to develop and strengthen your walk with Christ. You will discuss priorities for life management, learn a versatile tool for explaining the Gospel, and sharpen your own salvation testimony. Book three will help you combine the practices and knowledge gained in the first and second books.
You must have completed the Book 1 and Book 2 classes of Discipleship Essentials before taking the Book 3 class.
Workbook Required, Registration Required, Grow Group friendly
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 (Rm 263)
A caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences.
Cost: $20 for workbook.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Rm 312)
For Kids Ages 5-12: Divorce is hard on everyone. This class provides a way for your kids to process their journey.
Cost: $10 for workbook.
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (Virtual)
Our desire is to come alongside families at any point in their journey whether they are just exploring adoption and foster care or they are farther down the road. We have created an online class for those in the early stages of exploration that will allow you to hear testimonies from members of our own church who have walked through the process of adoption and/or foster care, will help you process your motivations and expectations as well speak to the cost and other significant factors to consider.
12–1:15p (Rm 258)
12–1:15p (Rm 261)
6:15–7:30p (Rm 258)
A health and wellness community to address emotional, physical mental and health aspects of living.
Typically is women only but a man would be welcome.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Group X Room - 274)
What does it actually mean to be chosen? To answer that question we are going old school, into the Old Testament and take a deeper look into Isaiah 43 and that will lead us back to the new and then to Jesus!
Women only.
Thursdays, Sep 18–Oct 30 @ 9–10a (Chapel)
Join us for a six-week series as we trace the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness and discover what it means to walk The Way — where God meets us, shapes our identity, provides, and invites us into deeper trust and miraculous encounters. Together, we’ll explore the beauty of His presence, His provision, and His faithful leadership in our lives.
Women only. No registration required.
Tuesdays, Sep 16–Nov 4 @ 10a-11:30a (Fellowship Ctr)
The apostle John, an eyewitness to Jesus, writes about true life—life in the light, in love, and in Christ. Though brief, his letters reveal the depth of real, eternal life found only in Him. Join us for this seven-week study as we explore how God is light, love, and life.
Women only. No registration required.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Sep 24 @ 6:30–8p (Rm 253/254)
Tighten the Knot is a 6-week marriage enrichment program. Marriages in any condition can benefit, whether you are struggling to get along, your marriage is broken, or you simply want to grow closer together as a couple.
Tighten the Knot examines God’s design for marriage and applies principles from the Bible to guide couples toward growth in their relationship with each other.
Thursdays, Aug 20–Sep 24 @ 6:30–8p (Room 252)
This class is designed to inspire and equip men to pursue authentic manhood as modeled by Jesus Christ in His 33 years on earth. You will explore the basic foundations of authentic manhood and God's clear design for men and learn how to anticipate and transition through the specific seasons of life.
Men Only, Book Required (available at CornerBooks or Amazon)
Thursdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Room 252)
This class is designed to inspire and equip men to pursue authentic manhood as modeled by Jesus Christ in His 33 years on earth. You will explore the basic foundations of authentic manhood and God's clear design for men and learn how to anticipate and transition through the specific seasons of life.
Men Only, Book Required (available at CornerBooks or Amazon)
Sep 9, Nov 11, Jan 20 @ 6:30p (Rm 158 - Garden Room)
For Men Only: Legacy 68:5 Dad's Club invites current and future Dads in our community to come to The Loop for dinner, fellowship, and a word of encouragement. Our goal is to connect and equip you as foster, adoptive and kinship fathers by providing practical tools on relevant parenting topics unique to your journey.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (Rm 180 - Oasis)
“Take heart, daughter…” Matthew 9:22 Those words, once meant to comfort a hurting woman’s soul thousands of years ago, were also meant for you.
In this study, Biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland transports you back to Jesus’ world, following in the footsteps of the women who came face-to-face with the Living God. Over 7 sessions, examine the historical and cultural climate of first-century Middle Eastern society to not only understand Jesus more deeply but to fuel your worship of Him today.
Women only. No registration required.
Thursdays, Aug 28–Dec 4 @ 11:30a-12:30p (Rm 265 - Prayer Room)
Women only: Join us for a time of sharing and prayer, where we lift up our praise and petitions to the King of Glory.
Every other Wednesday, Sep 3–Nov 12 @ 9:30–11:30a (Fellowship Ctr)
MomCo is an organization that encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women, and leaders, in relationship with Jesus and in partnership with the local church. This gathering is for mothers of children ages birth to kindergarten seeking to be equipped and encouraged in Godly parenting.
Women only.
Sep 18, Oct 16, Nov 20 @ 7p (The Oaks - Faith Center Spring Branch)
For Women Only: MOTH is a part of the ministry of Legacy 68:5, seeking to equip, empower, and encourage foster and adoptive moms on their unique parenting journey. Join us each month for teaching, fellowship, and connection!
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Sep 24 @ 6:30-8p (143)
This 6-lesson study enables the participant to gain a solid grasp on the whole of scripture and how each book of the Bible fits into its grand, overarching message. It focuses on the 3 great sections of scripture which compose the whole of the word of God
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (143)
This 6-lesson study is the heart and soul of what we believe true spirituality and New Covenant Disciple-making is all about. It is an in-depth look at the 4 primary divine resources placed within us at conversion and why they are so absolutely essential for the daily, supernatural life God has called us to. Much of this material is taken from Dwight's best-selling book - "Revolution Within"
Monthly on Wed, Sep 24, Oct 22, Nov 19 @ 11:30a-12:30p (Garden Room—158)
For Women Only: Polished exists for professional working women to be equipped and supported in integrating their faith in the workplace. During this monthly luncheon, you will have the opportunity to network with other professional women, grow spiritually, and hear from speakers on biblical topics that will equip you to be a strong, confident follower of Jesus in and out of the office.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (Rm 132)
See precisely what the Bible says about Ezekiel’s relationship with God. Explore the meaning of these passages in the context of Scripture. Discover what truths you can apply to your personal life as you learn what Ezekiel experienced in his relationship with God. Dig deep into the details of Ezekiel 1-32 and discover how God ministered to His people at that time.
Wednesdays, Sep 4–Dec 4 @ 6:30a (Rm 158)
For Men Only: A weekly morning study for men in the Garden Room of the Loop Campus of Houston's First Baptist Church. We will have a short teaching time each week, followed by real conversations around tables in a relaxed atmosphere. While men are encouraged to come weekly, it is not a requirement of the study. Join us (and bring a friend if you like) and start your day with focus and encouragement!
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Dec 3 @ 6:30-8p (Pastor's Conference Room)
For Women Only: If you are a mom who has experienced the death of your son or daughter, we invite you to Sisters in Support, a shared sacred space of unimaginable loss. We will journey together and seek our only hope, Jesus, as we share, pray, honestly address our grief, and begin to heal.
Women only.
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (Rm 144 – Connection Center)
Discover the profound biblical truth that God is a God of deep and intentional connection. This course will guide participants through Scripture to uncover foundational principles of how God initiates, sustains, and redeems relationships, revealing God's heart for connection in all of creation. Whether you are deeply involved in serving vulnerable children or just beginning to engage with this vital conversation, this course will provide a rich theological framework for understanding and living out God's call to relational wholeness.
Wednesdays, Oct 8–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (Rm 257)
Renew: Preparing for Life Changes is an interactive small group opportunity for women.
Every phase of life brings changes and challenges, including the second half. Join us as we renew our hearts and minds with God's strength and wisdom from His Word and identify practical ways to prepare for life's transitions mentally, spiritually, and physically. Together, we will trust God to renew a steadfast spirit within us and equip us to meet with confidence all that awaits us.
Women only.
Every Other Wednesday, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30–8p (CornerBooks Conference Room)
For Women Only: An infertility support group that exists to walk alongside women struggling with grief of infertility, miscarriage or waiting to adopt.
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-10p (Gym)
Join us Wednesday Nights for Open Gym Volleyball—a vibrant blend of sport, faith, and fellowship. Each session kicks off with prayer and a devotional, grounding us in Christ while helping develop a community spirit. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, come enjoy a fun, competitive environment where spiritual growth in Christ and camaraderie come together. Connect, play, and grow with us!
For 18 and up only
Wednesdays, Aug 20–Nov 12 @ 6:30-8p (Harbor Room—179)
Este curso es un resumen de los temas generales del libro de los Hebreos. El propósito es repasar la profundidad de la obra total de Jesucristo y que esto nos lleve a una mayor intimidad con él, a la medida que vamos madurando en nuestro carácter y entendimiento de las Escrituras.
Wednesdays, Sep 9–Oct 14 @ 6:30-8p (Rm 263)
If you have lost a loved one to suicide, you are not alone. SLSS group is a place to meet other survivors and to share your story.
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