The mission of SCTS is to train members of the Body of Christ in the disciplined study of God; His Attributes, His Word, and other core Bible Doctrines, utilizing the Scriptures as the primary Source. The goal is to become well equipped to better understand the Bible, to be stirred by God's Spirit to consistently apply His Truths, and to "honor Christ the Lord as Holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks [you] for a reason for the hope that is in you..." (1 Peter 3:15).

Theology is more than an intellectual exercise in the expansion of one's knowledge of God. The disciplined inquiry and learning about Him demands personal application and a steadfast devotion to the Eternal Divine Subject. The reason for a church curriculum on Christian Theological Studies as a ministry of Midwest Bible Church is that we recognize from Scripture the importance of all believers to have the same "noble" heart as the Bereans who "received the Word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so" (Acts 17:10).

Our hope is that students will come away from these important courses eager to learn more from God's Word as it is "examined" in order to become strengthened in their faith, determined to do their "best to present [themselves] to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the Word of Truth" (2 Timothy 2:15).

Join us for a three-week exploration of Angelology: A Biblical Understanding of Demonic Activity. Angelology is the study of angels within systematic theology which examines the nature, roles, and activities of God’s created spiritual beings—both the holy angels who serve Him and the fallen angels, or demons, who oppose His purposes. Because Satan and demons are angels who rebelled against God, understanding their activity falls naturally under this theological category as we seek to grasp the broader spiritual reality revealed in Scripture.

In this class, we will delve into what the Bible teaches about demonic activity, equipping believers to navigate the reality of spiritual warfare with clarity and confidence. Rather than attributing excessive power to Satan or dismissing the seriousness of his schemes, we will pursue a balanced, biblical perspective. Drawing from passages like James 4:7 (“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you”) and Ephesians 6:10-11 (“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil”), we will explore how God calls us to stand firm in His strength, not our own.

Key topics include:

• The biblical portrayal of demons as organized, yet defeated, foes under God’s sovereign control.
• Practical guidance for resisting the enemy through submission to God, reliance on His Word, and the armor of God.
• Avoiding unbiblical extremes—like relying on declarations to “cancel” demonic activity—while embracing the victory already secured by Christ’s death and resurrection.

A.W. Tozer once warned, “The devil is a better theologian than any of us and is a deadly foe; yet we must not overestimate his power, for he is a beaten enemy, nor underestimate his presence, lest we fall into his snares.” This class is vital for every Christian seeking to live faithfully in a contested world, offering tools to stand firm without fear or folly. Whether you’re new to this subject or seeking a deeper understanding, come prepared to engage with Scripture and grow in faith as we uncover where true strength and triumph are found.

Schedule:
Lecture 1 - Wednesday, May 7 at 7pm
Lecture 2 - Wednesday, May 14 at 7pm
Lecture 3 - Wednesday, May 21 at 7pm

Register today for Angelolgy: A Biblical Understanding of Demonic Activity, starting in May!