A website’s main page is called its “home page.” A home is a comfortable place – a spot where you have a chance to get to know a little bit about its owner. A home makes you feel trusted and valued. You can pause and talk about the things that are important to you. You can seek advice for the decisions you have to make. A home builds relationships, connections and koinonia. Welcome to Koinonia Bible Studies’ home.

Koinonia is the Greek word for “fellowship.” Christianity at its essence builds koinonia in its relationships. We can have koinonia with the Father through His Son, Jesus. Koinonia develops as we share with each other intimate in depth understanding. Moments together include outbursts of joy; weeping of tears of sorrow; and reaching fervently to meet the needs of each other.

 

Koinonia is a shared relationship with Jesus, but it is more. Koinonia involves a shared system of beliefs. What things do I hold true? What content shapes my life and affects my decisions? Christians believe the content of the Bible to be both true and transforming. When we believe the same things, the bond between us is tightened, strengthened. The Bible calls this holding to “sound doctrine.”

Ministry of Koinonia Bible Studies

KBS Courses - Studies 2021

Each year a series of courses emphasizes and strengthens strong doctrine. The courses for 2021 are listed here. Several of them are already available for members to study. The online courses can be used by an individual, or shared with others in a group setting. You can enroll in an individual course, or you can become a KBS member and share courses with your small group. Take a sneak peak at the new courses that will be offered in 2022 by clicking this link .

 

Our new study series is called “Royal Psalms: God is King.” As we prepare for the celebration of the birth of the King, let’s think about the reign of the Messiah.  stressful and wearisome. The times have left us worn out. This eight-lesson series looks for the Messiah and His kingdom through a study of Psalm 93 through Psalm 99, known as the Royal Psalms.

 
Royal Psalms
Mediterranean Moments

Looking Deeper

In studying the Scriptures, leaders often refer to the “context” of the passage. “Do not take this verse out of context.”  Mediterranean Moments help you understand the context of a passage – something that involves the overall teaching from the Bible (its broad context), the situation happening around the verses written (its immediate context), and how the teaching fits into the context of your life (its application). Each lesson offers an opportunity to step deeper into God’s Word.

Holding to sound doctrine implies that believers know the truth of Scriptures. Sound doctrine keeps us from bickering between ourselves about what is true. We agree truth is found in Scriptures. That’s crucial in today’s world, isn’t it? Each lesson offers a summary “pointe” to help you focus your thoughts.
Answers to Your Questions about The Scriptures

Understanding Sound Doctrine

The effect of sound doctrine on our life falters when we don’t understand the teachings. “You Asked For It” offers you with an opportunity to ask questions to help you understand. The answers will come as quickly as possible, presenting Scripture, not conjecture.
Introductions & Summaries for Each Book in the Bible A work in progress, “Understanding the Books in the Book,” presents an introductory look at each of the books of the Bible. You will peek at who wrote the book and why it was written. You will get a quick glance of what the book teaches.
Over the years, hundreds of lessons grace the pages of my notebooks. Expect a couple of new topics posted each week.

Starting the Faith Journey

Regarding Christianity and Christ, have you reached a point where you are considering making a decision? Are you a Christian who is helping someone else begin their walk of faith? “Almost Persuaded” presents the good news of the gospel and encourages you to be reconciled with Christ. This section will open up by the end of October 2021.

About Tom May

Want to know more about the author of the website? Learn about Tom, about Koinonia Bible Studies and about how his writing ministry can help your church congregation. Your church leaders need the tools and encouragement to present sound Biblical doctrine. This section will also open up sometime in October 2021.