General Information

Christ’s commission for the church is to make disciples taught in the Word and obedient to His commands. The goal at FBCT is to fulfill this commission by beginning with a foundation of faith in Christ and adding to that faith the qualities of virtue, knowledge, self-control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly affection, and love (2 Peter 1:5-7).

A wide variety of ministries are offered to help our adult members supplement their knowledge of the Bible and refine their skills in applying what they’ve learned.

It is our desire to help men and women know God, grow in their Christian character, and serve Him with a whole heart. We hope you will take advantage of the many training opportunities offered at First Baptist Church of Troy.

Adult Bible Study

Our adult classes meet in small groups to study and discuss specified portions of Scripture or topics related to Christian living. These classes meet Sunday at 9:00 am from September through May and generally follow age-based guidelines:

  • Stronghold (singles; post HS-35)
  • Foundations (young married; post HS-35)
  • Faithbuilders (ages 30-45)
  • Heritage (45-60)
  • Fellowship (60+)

Summer Bible Study Series

Several elective classes are offered from June through August on Sundays at 9:00 am. These six-week classes available to all adult age groups cover a wide variety of topics.

Summer 2024 Classes

  • Why We Use Big Words: The Importance of Systematic Theology – Pastor Ben Michalek, Room 108
  • Biblical Principles of Money Management – Mr. Jack Walker, Room 111
  • Sanctification (Part 1) – Pastor Dan Smith, Room 114
  • Jonah – Pastor Ben Dawley, Room 117
  • Ladies Only: When God Steps In – Mrs. Brenda Needham, Rehearsal Room

Family Bible Institute

Family Bible Institute classes meet from September through May. These classes, offering practical instruction in Christian living, follow the opening prayer meeting on Wednesday evenings. Courses offered in the fall are normally repeated in the spring.

Fall 2024 Classes

What Does It Mean to Be Human?
Pastor Mike Harding
A Biblical survey of the characteristics that define the human race and the implications for how one is to live.

Ezra and Nehemiah: Restoring God’s People and Place
Pastor Del Ward
This class will be a study of the books of Ezra and Nehemiah with an emphasis on the lessons of the books and applications to modern day readers.

Shepherding a Child’s Heart
Joe & Laurie Beachell
This video based class presented by Tedd Tripp will help to biblically define what your goals should be as a parent and provide the Scriptural methods for accomplishing them.

Ladies Only: Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World
Mrs. Carla Bayless
This class will focus on the Christian disciplines necessary to increase one’s devotion to God in the midst of a busy life.

Other Opportunities

Many additional opportunities for Christian growth and fellowship as well as outreach and evangelism are provided throughout the year.