Personal Study
Bible Reading Plans- Through the New Testament
- Through the Whole Bible
Pastor Denyes’s Bible-in-a-Year reading plan
The Whole Story Plan (a year-long overview of the Bible)
While you’re at it, check out www.openupthebible.com for all sorts of great videos, resources, and free stuff to help you as you resolve to read the Bible more regularly.
Next Step Classes
Looking to get connected, learn more about Christianity or develop your faith?
We offer these next-step resources at South Church:
Simply South
Are you new to South? We invite you to a casual lunch in the Student Ministry Center and Lounge. There will be a time to get to know Pastor Don, as well as a Q&A with members of the ministry staff to help you learn more about South Church and our desire to help you… Continue reading Simply South
Baptism
At South Church we practice believer’s baptism by immersion. According to the command of Jesus himself and consistent with New Testament teaching, those who have consciously turned from their sin and put their personal faith in Jesus Christ should be baptized as an outward sign of their commitment to Him as Savior and Lord. Baptismal… Continue reading Baptism
Church Membership
Church membership is about belonging to one another and becoming like Jesus. It is the way for individual Christians to make their formal commitment to the South Church family. In becoming a church member, individuals express their submission to the leadership of the church in accordance with the teaching of Scripture and the doctrinal statement… Continue reading Church Membership
Explored Series
Who is Jesus? Why did He come? What does it mean to follow Him? This 7-week course will begin January 12, 2025, at 6:00 pm in the Fireside Room for those interested in the basics of Christianity. Please RSVP here: www.southlife.org/christianityexplored
If the above form isn’t working, click here to enroll.
Foundations Bible Institute
If the above form isn’t working, register here
Equipper’s Classes
Equippers is a series of workshops aimed at equipping us as Christians to build up the body of Christ and serve the community around us. (Eph. 4:11-12). Topics include: How to Study the Bible, How to Share Your Faith, Engaging with Technology in Light of the Gospel, and many more.
Workshops will begin the second week of January.
And He gave some as apostles, some as prophets, some as evangelists, some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the building up of the body of Christ;
Ephesians 4:11-12
When Equippers Classes are scheduled, they will appear below and you can find more details and sign up there.
Upcoming Sessions
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 12 and continues through March 23.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2025.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 202- Bible Exposition Student Ministry Center (SMC)
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
- SF 101 – Christianity Explored Fireside Room
- SF 203 – Sermon on The Mount (New) Room 202
- SF 210 – The Grace Course Room 206
- SF 220 – We Will Not Be Silenced (New) Room 111
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 220 – Biblical Principles and Practical Steps for Resolving Personal Conflict (New) Chapel
- MT 260 – Care-sharing: Equipping Primary and Secondary Caregivers (New) Room 205
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
Other Web Sites
Loving Truth
www.lovingtruth.org
(Pastor Denyes’ devotional videos)
Please join me via the website for a daily on-line devotional entitled, Loving Truth. When we study the word of God, we invite the presence of God to invade our lives. I look forward to connecting with you each day so we can hear God’s voice and find hope and encouragement.
Pastor Don Denyes
By Every Word…
(Pastor Phillips’ Web Log)
(Matthew 4:4) Biblical reflections for the praise of God — Father, Son and Holy Spirit — and the practice of godliness.
Two Ways to Live
www.matthiasmedia.com
A contemporary explanation of the plan of salvation.
The Gospel Coalition A fellowship of evangelical churches deeply committed to renewing our faith in the gospel of Christ. We have committed ourselves to invigorating churches with a new hope and compelling joy based on the promises received by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.
Focus on the Family www.family.org Focus on the Family began in 1977 in response to Dr. James Dobson’s increasing concern for the American family.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library
www.ccel.org
Classic Christian books in electronic format, selected for your edification. There is enough good reading material here to last you a lifetime, if you give each work the time it deserves! All of the books on this server are believed to be in the public domain in the United States unless otherwise specified, so copy them freely for any purpose. Outside of the United States, check your local copyright laws.
National Center for Biblical Parenting
biblicalparenting.org
Changing the way people think about parenting.
Bible Gateway www.biblegateway.com Bible Gateway is a tool for reading and researching scripture online—all in the language or translation of your choice! It provides advanced searching capabilities, which allow readers to find and compare particular passages in scripture based on keywords, phrases, or scripture references.
DesiringGod.com www.desiringgod.org Desiring God exists to proclaim this truth: God is more glorified in us when we are most satisfied in him. We do this mainly through distributing God-centered resources from Pastor John Piper. These God-centered resources include items such as books, audio sermons, online articles, online sermons, and children’s Sunday School curriculum.
Spurgeon.org www.spurgeon.org The largest collection of Charles H. Spurgeon resources on the web.
Christianity Today
www.christianitytoday.com
The official website of Christianity Today International.
Crosswalk.com www.crosswalk.com Our aim is to offer the freshest and most compelling Biblically-based content to Christians who take seriously their relationship with Christ. Crosswalk.com is built around four primary content areas: faith, family, fun, and community. Each category is further subdivided into areas of significance to many Christians, including Bible Study, devotionals, marriage, parenting, music, etc. There are Bible study tools under the faith menu.
OnePlace.com www.oneplace.com The premier internet provider of online streaming Christian radio broadcasts and programs. Listen to your favorite Christian speakers, authors, and pastors. Grow in your walk with Jesus Christ, be encouraged in your faith, and build your knowledge of the Bible with OnePlace.com Christian radio programs.The official website of Christianity Today International.