Course 101

ASK THE BIG QUESTIONS OF CHRISTIANITY.

What is Course 101?

Course 101 is a multi-week course made by Acts2 Network on the intellectual foundations of Christianity and a space for conversation about life, faith, the Bible, and God.

Who is it for?

Both those who have experience with Christianity and those just beginning to consider it will have the chance to explore how Christianity addresses questions about the meaning of life, our purpose, and the longings of our hearts.

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What you’ll learn

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Ch 1: What is LIfe?

Who is God?
Does life have meaning and purpose?
What is God like?

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Ch 2: Good thing Gone Bad

Do humans have free will?
What is sin?
Why is there evil in the world?

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Ch 3: God’s Revelation

If God is all powerful, why doesn’t he just appear?
How do I know the Bible is accurate?
Who is Jesus?

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Ch 4: Our problem

What is at the root of sin?
Can a loving God be wrathful?
If God is loving, why hell?

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Ch 5: Death and resurrection of Jesus

How does God respond to sin?
What does the cross mean for us personally?
Did Jesus really rise from the dead?

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Ch 6: Our Response

What does it mean to become a Christian?
How do you become saved?
What is faith?
What does it mean to follow Jesus?

FAQs

  • Course 101 is open to everyone! Whether you’ve been to church, hated church, or are figuring out what you believe, you’ll have the chance to explore how Christianity addresses questions about the meaning of life, purpose, and more.

  • Course 101 typically takes ~7 weeks to complete, meeting once per week, but meetings can be adjusted based on your personal schedule. Just let us know what works for you!

  • Course 101 can be taken 1-on-1 with a mentor or in a group/class setting with friends. Each session is comprised of readings, supplemental videos/articles, and guided discussion. Before the meeting, you might spend time reviewing that week's content and resources.

    Each chapter is designed to spark honest conversations and create space for your questions!

  • You can go through Course 101 with a mentor or in a group setting with a friend (or two!). If you’re interested in checking it out, let us know.