Academy

The Bible is not merely a true story, it is the true story of the world. The goal of Gospel City Academy is to go book by book through the Bible’s one true story so that we can know it more deeply, live according to it more faithfully, and love its main character (Jesus!) more fervently. If you loved Core Scripture and are hungry for more, Academy is for you!

Next Academy Program begins September 2026.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each week’s personal prep work will include 2-3 verses to memorize, a few chapters of the Bible to read, approximately 25 pages of textbook reading, and a few journaling questions. Participants should come prepared to actively contribute to and engage in group dialogue each week.

An intended goal for each participant will be the ability to recite a summarization of the story of Scripture in under 15-minutes by the program’s completion.

Due to a limited class size for our initial run, those interested must first apply. This is a very big commitment and we want to ensure that those participating will be able to complete the program. Requirements include: Membership at Gospel City, and completion of Core Scripture and Core Doctrine classes.

MATERIALS

Study participants will be provided
with a workbook to guide them
through the program.

PRIMARY TEXTBOOKS //

• The Bible — we highly recommend an ESV Study Bible and have some available at the Resource Center for an additional cost
• The King in His Beauty (Schreiner)— available for $38 at the Resource Center

SECONDARY TEXTBOOKS //

• What is Biblical Theology (Hamilton)— available for $10 at the Resource Center
• The Glory of Christ (Owen)—available for $9 at the Resource Center

COST

• Approximately $60
  Covers required textbooks (workbook materials and other incidentals are free)

DURATION

• One Year Program
  Divided into two 11-week semesters (Fall/Spring) and a summertime touchpoint

FORMAT

• Personal Study
  Reading, journaling, and memorization
• Class Time
  Cohort discussions, recitation*, and prayer