Three Bible Teachers

New Teaching Series with Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr.

We are pleased to announce the launch of Friday Reflections, a new weekly podcast featuring Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. Dr. Graves serves as the leader of the Christian Education ministry at West Angeles Church of God in Christ. He also serves as a faculty member at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology, where he directs the Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit Today.

Friday Reflections explores life in the Spirit—what it means, why it matters, and how believers can grow in it. Each week, Dr. Graves offers biblical insights and practical encouragement to help listeners experience the Holy Spirit’s presence and power in their daily lives.

The first several episodes are already available on YouTube:

Episode 1: God’s Presence in You – The Spirit dwells in every believer, strengthening and guiding us.
Episode 2: Listening to the Spirit – Learning how to recognize and respond to God’s voice.
Episode 3: Strengthened by the Spirit – How the Spirit sustains us in seasons of weakness, discouragement, or loss.
Episode 4: Keeping in Step with the Spirit – What it means to walk daily in rhythm with the Spirit’s presence.

New episodes are released each Friday, with future themes including the Spirit’s gifts, fruit, and empowerment for service and mission.

👉 Watch the series here or scan the QR code above: https://www.youtube.com/@WilfredGravesPhD

We invite you to subscribe to the channel and join Dr. Graves each week as he reflects on the Spirit’s work in the life of the believer.

More messages and resources from Dr. Graves are available at https://wilfredgraves.org.

Dr. Malaika Graves Speaks on Sunday, August 11, 2024

Dr. Malaika Graves will be the guest speaker at Saints Home Church of God in Christ on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 11:00 am. Please see the flyer for additional information. Dr. Graves will lead an important conversation on health from a biblical perspective. God’s Word has so much wisdom to offer us, and there’s a lot we can do to live healthier lives. Join her this Sunday at Saints Home Church of God in Christ—you don’t want to miss it!

Happy Mother’s Day (2024)

On this special day, Dr. Graves explores several wonderful parallels between the leadership style of Jesus Christ and the heart of a good mother. In this concise article, he highlights the nurturing embrace of motherhood, resonating with the unconditional love, guidance, and forgiveness mirrored in Jesus’ teachings. Click below to discover the timeless leadership principles hidden within the profound impact of mothers’ love and wisdom.

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The Fruit of the Spirit

In Galatians 5:22-23, the apostle Paul writes about the “fruit of the Spirit,” which refers to the qualities or attributes that are produced in the lives of believers as they are led by the Holy Spirit. These spiritual fruit are:

Love: Agape love, which is selfless, unconditional, and sacrificial.
Joy: A deep sense of gladness and contentment that transcends circumstances.
Peace: Inner tranquility and harmony, even in the midst of turmoil.
Patience: Endurance and forbearance in difficult situations, with people, and while waiting for God’s timing.
Kindness: Compassionate and considerate behavior towards others.
Goodness: Moral excellence and integrity in thought, word, and action.
Faithfulness: Loyalty, trustworthiness, and reliability in relationships and commitments.
Gentleness: Humility, meekness, and a gentle spirit in interactions with others.
Self-control: Discipline over one’s desires, emotions, and impulses.

These qualities are considered evidence of the Holy Spirit’s work in a believer’s life and are reflective of Christ’s character. They not only benefit the individual but also contribute to the health and unity of the Christian community. Dr. Graves recently completed a series of blogposts on spiritual fruit (April 22nd to May 2nd). To access the series and/or to receive future posts from him via email, please visit his ministry website: https://wilfredgraves.org/ministry-blog.

Life Lessons from Genesis

CLASS SESSION #91 – THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024 (7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME)
Presenters: Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr., Dr. Oscar Owens, and Dr. Hammonds

In this enlightening session, Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. delves into the significant life lessons found within the Book of Genesis. You can download and print the class materials from the “Quick Links” section on Tuesday, April 2. If you have not done so already, please sign up for the class blog at the bottom of the page to be alerted of new posts by the Three Bible Teachers.

QUICK LINKS
Link to: Life Lessons from Genesis Handout (Available 4-2-24)

Black History Month 2024

From Africa to America: A Brief History of the Black Church, Part 1

West Angeles Midweek Service – WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Presenter: Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr.

In this session, Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr. offers a brief presentation in honor of Black History Month. His focus is on the spread of Christianity during the first few centuries of the Christian Church and the subsequent rise of African American churches from the Middle Passage to the early twentieth century.

Women’s Leadership Summit

Dr. Malaika Graves of West Angeles Church will be one of the distinguished presenters at the upcoming Women’s Leadership Summit hosted by Southern California First Jurisdiction Department of Women. Her topic is entitled: “Tackling the Difficult Yet Necessary Task.” See the attached flyer for registration information concerning this wonderful event.

West Angeles Consecration (January 2024)

A consecration is a short season in which the people of God dedicate themselves to seeking him in special and focused ways. You are invited to join Pastor Charles Blake II and the members of West Angeles Church in a month of consecration. Our January consecration will consist of corporate prayer and fasting (see Isaiah 58, Daniel 10:3, Matthew 4:2, Esther 4:16, etc.). To download the West Angeles consecration guide for January 2023, please click on the button below:

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Spiritual Warfare in Ephesians

The Believer’s Life in Christ, Part 7

CLASS SESSION #90 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023 (7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME)
Presenters: Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr., Dr. Oscar Owens, and Dr. Hammonds

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In this session, the Three Bible Teachers explore the theme of spiritual warfare in the Book of Ephesians. Their conversation will focus on the importance of putting on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-17). Through the presentations and discussions you will learn how to appropriate the wonderful resources that Jesus Christ makes available for your victory over the schemes of the evil one.

You can download and print the class materials from the “Quick Links” section. If you have not done so already, please sign up for the class blog at the bottom of the page to be alerted of new posts by the Three Bible Teachers.

To join the live class via Zoom, you can click on the green button at the top of the page. To view the class without logging in, please remain on this page and wait for the stream, which will occur at 7:00 pm Pacific Time on August 31st.

QUICK LINKS
Link to: Handout on Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6:10-20)
Link to: Commentary on Ephesians by Dr. Graves

Life Lessons from Ephesians

The Believer’s Life in Christ, Part 6

CLASS SESSION #89 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023 (7:00 PM PACIFIC TIME)
Presenters: Dr. Wilfred Graves Jr., Dr. Oscar Owens, and Dr. Hammonds

In this session, the Three Bible Teachers continue to explore the beautiful themes in the Book of Ephesians. Their conversation focuses on important life lessons they have learned from Paul’s letter.

QUICK LINKS
Link to: Life Lessons from Ephesians Handout