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Knowing Scripture (Expanded)
$18.00Add to cartThe Bible is the written Word of God, and it is treasured by many. But it is also an ancient book about people and cultures very different than us. Thus, while we know we should read it, many of us have a hard time understanding the Bible. In this expanded edition of Knowing Scripture, R. C. Sproul helps us dig out the meaning of Scripture for ourselves. The author says, “The theme of this book is not how to read the Bible but how to study the Bible.” He presents in simple, basic terms a commonsense approach to studying Scripture and gives eleven practical guidelines for biblical interpretation and applying what we learn. With a minimum of technical jargon, Sproul tackles some of the knotty questions regarding differences of interpreting the Bible, including discovering the meanings of biblical wordsunderstanding Hebrew poetry, proverbs and parablesapproaching historical and didactic passagesbeing careful with predictive prophecydiscerning how culture conditions the Biblechoosing and using Bible translations, commentaries, Bible software and other helpsKnowing Scripture is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and experienced students of Scripture.
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Finding Rest In A Busy World (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartEach and every day, we are confronted with all kinds of opportunities that vie for our attention and threaten to sap our energy and time. Many of these opportunities are good in and of themselves, such as serving at our kids’ school, or helping at our church, or leading a Bible study, or even taking on extra work to help support our families financially. However, if we are not careful with our time, we can soon find ourselves taking on so many obligations that our lives become blur of rushing from one event to another. What our souls really crave is rest-and yet that is one of those treasures we often ignore or fail to prioritize. In this study, readers will examine what the Bible says about the benefits of rest and how it is a gift that God wants them to have. They will also look at how to get through stressful times, apply the brakes and set boundaries, and give their worries to God so they can find true peace and rest in his provision.
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Glimpsing The Mystery
$12.99Add to cartThe stories in the first half of the book of Daniel are Sunday School favorites, and the visions of the second half are sometimes hard to understand. How do either of them relate to the world today, with its frequent news of conflict, injustice, and human suffering? In Glimpsing the Mystery, Barbara M. Leung Lai succinctly takes readers through Daniel, showing throughout how God responds to the needs of his people in difficult times. In a world that seems out of control, God provides glimpses into the mystery of his glory and sovereignty, showing that he has not stopped working and reassuring us that he is still the God of gods and Lord of lords. It is a message that is as necessary today as it was in Daniel’s time.
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Revealing The Heart Of Prayer
$12.99Add to cartWhen reading the Gospel of Luke, it’s easy to get swept up into the story of the incarnation and forgot to focus on other themes. But prayer was central in Jesus’ life and in his relationship with the Father, and it should be central in our lives as well. In Revealing the Heart of Prayer, Craig G. Bartholomew unpacks this biblical book with a fresh perspective–focusing on Jesus and his example for how we should pray.
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Apostle Paul : His Life Thought And Letters
$43.99Add to cartIn this comprehensive introduction to the apostle Paul, Stanley Porter devotes serious consideration both to the background and major contours of Paul’s thought and to the unique contributions of each of his letters.
Porter begins by introducing the Pauline tradition and outlining the basics of Paul’s life, the chronology of his ministry, and his several imprisonments. Porter then discusses the background to Paul’s thought, examines some of the major themes of his writings, and treats issues concerning the Pauline epistles, such as pseudonymity and canon.
Finally, Porter delves into all thirteen of Paul’s letters individually, placing them within their historical contexts and examining critical issues relating to the content and interpretation of each letter. The result is a thorough, balanced treatment of one of the most important figures in Christianity.
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Reading Romans With John Stott 1 (Student/Study Guide)
$14.00Add to cartHow To Read The Bible With John Stott
Introduction
1. Gospel Power: Romans 1:1-17
2. A Downward Spiral: Romans 1:18-32
3. God’s Fairness: Romans 2:1-3:8
4. Unholy Togetherness: Romans 3:9-26
5. Forgive Us Our Debts: Romans 3:27-4:25
6. Peace With God: Romans 5:1-21
7. United To Christ And Enslaved To God: Romans 6:1-23
8. Battling Sin: Romans 7:1-25
9. Rescued By God’s Spirit: Romans 8:1-17
10. Present Pain, Future Glory: Romans 8:18-39
Guidelines For LeadersAdditional Info
Paul’s letter to the Romans has for two thousand years been a touchstone for all who want to understand the power of the gospel and the righteousness of God revealed from heaven. The truth in Romans transforms our thinking and convicts our hearts as we discover the power of the gospel for every area of our life and our world. In this volume, the first half of John Stott’s The Message of Romans is condensed into brief readings suitable for daily use which take us passage by passage through the Scripture text. Including ten weekly studies for individuals or groups, this book covering Romans 1-8 allows readers to enjoy the riches of Stott’s writings in a new, easy-to-use format. The remainder of Romans is presented in the companion to this volume. John Stott was one of the most beloved and masterful Bible teachers of the last fifty years. His books have sold in the millions. Christians on every continent have heard and read his instructive and inspiring expositions of Scripture. The books in the Reading the Bible with John Stott series condense the essential message of Stott’s teaching, largely drawn from his Bible Speaks Today volumes, and present it in a format suitable for daily reading. Questions at the end of each section make these books even more useful for individuals or groups. -
24 Hours That Changed The World (Expanded)
$14.99Add to cartNewly released in paperback, Adam Hamilton guides us, step by step, through the last 24 hours of Jesus’ life in his popular, heartbreaking, and inspiring book. No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In this book, Hamilton will help you experience and understand the significance of Jesus’ suffering and death like never before. He retraces the day that changed human history in his usual straightforward yet easy, conversational style that speaks to both long-time Christians and those who are simply curious about the story of Christ’s crucifixion. This new edition includes devotions for each chapter and travel notes from Adam’s trip to the Holy Lands. Support materials include Leader Guide, a DVD, materials for all ages of Youth and Children’s Ministries, plus many more resources. Adam Hamilton combines biblical story, historical detail, theological analysis, spiritual insight, and pastoral warmth to retell the narrative of Jesus’ last and greatest hours. – Leith Anderson, author of The Jesus Revolution Adam Hamilton’s 24 Hours That Changed the World delivers solid scholarship describing how the day of Christ’s crucifixion unfolded. It also suggests that our response to Christ’s work – when it appears evil has the upper hand – can be one of courageous hope and great courage. Read this book! – Mark Beeson, Lead Pastor of Granger Community Church in Granger, Indiana Adam Hamilton is, in my opinion, a national treasure. He embodies the kind of generous orthodoxy so many of us have been dreaming of and praying for. – Brian McLaren, author of A New Kind of Christian
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Prepare The Way
$12.99Add to cartThroughout Advent we read and sing the words Prepare the Way as we make room to welcome the Christ child into our lives once again. We prepare our city streets and buildings. We prepare our homes and workspaces. But sometimes Advent can slip away from us before we can prepare our hearts.
In this 4-week study and prayer book, Pamela Hawkins invites us to prepare our hearts through guided prayer, readings from Isaiah and Matthew, as well as brief reflections on four scriptural themes: Peace, Justice, Fearlessness, and Faithfulness.
Prepare the Way includes these spiritual practices:
Prayers of invocation, intercession, and benediction
Reflection through spiritual reading
Silence
Meditation on scripture
Call to Christian witness and service4 weeks * Includes Leader’s Guide
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Reading Romans With John Stott 2 (Student/Study Guide)
$18.00Add to cartPaul’s letter to the Romans has for two thousand years been a touchstone for all who want to understand the power of the gospel and the righteousness of God revealed from heaven. The truth in Romans transforms our thinking and convicts our hearts as we discover the power of the gospel for every area of our life and our world. In this volume, the second half of John Stott’s The Message of Romans is condensed into brief readings suitable for daily use which take us passage by passage through the Scripture text. Including ten weekly studies for individuals or groups, this book covering Romans 9-16 allows readers to enjoy the riches of Stott’s writings in a new, easy-to-use format. The remainder of Romans is presented in the companion to this volume. John Stott was one of the most beloved and masterful Bible teachers of the last fifty years. His books have sold in the millions. Christians on every continent have heard and read his instructive and inspiring expositions of Scripture. The books in the Reading the Bible with John Stott series condense the essential message of Stott’s teaching, largely drawn from his Bible Speaks Today volumes, and present it in a format suitable for daily reading. Questions at the end of each section make these books even more useful for individuals or groups.
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Life Explored Leaders Kit
$59.99Add to cartContents
1 X Life Explored DVD
1 X Life Explored Leader’s Handbook
1 X Life Explored Handbook
1 X Quick Start Guide
1 X Video Download CardAdditional Info
Life Explored is an exciting new way to share the gospel in today’s highly visual culture. Developed by Christianity Explored Ministries, the seven interactive sessions are based on stunning videos shot all over the globe.Life Explored will help people uncover what they’re really living for, and shows how, in Christ, God meets our deepest desire for happiness. Each session explores an aspect of God’s character. We see that the God of the Bible is good, trustworthy, generous, liberating, fulfilling, life-giving and joyful. And ultimately we see that the greatest pleasure in life is enjoying God himself.
This exciting, new outreach course can be run before or after Christianity Explored or Alpha and is perfect for anyone looking for answers to life’s big questions. It will also provoke good discussions among those who know and love Jesus.
This Leader’s Kit contains everything you need to run your course – a leader’s handbook, a guest handbook, a DVD and a code to download digital copies of the video sessions, giving you flexibility to run it one-to-one, or in larger groups; in churches, or in homes.
The DVD features 13 subtitled languages; English SDH, Simplified Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian and Russian. We’re working with our translation partners on translating the course handbooks but these will take longer to complete. Please see our translations page for further information.
Session 1: The Good God.
Overture part 1: A preview of the six stories we’ll be experiencing together on Life Explored, and an introduction to the opening question: What’s the best gift God could give you?
Overture part 2: Explores Genesis 1.Session 2: The Trustworthy God.
Hotel part 1: Colonial India. A girl’s view of her best friend is changed unexpectedly, and forever. What comes to mind when you hear the word “God”?
Hotel part 2: Explores Genesis 3.Session 3: The Generous God.
Gold part 1: The Californian gold rush. A prospector risks his life in the quest for gold. What keeps you going in difficult situations? Gold part 2: Explores Genesis 12.Session 4: The Liberating God.
Lawn part 1: Suburbia. A man is hooked by a late night infomercial and feels his life would be complete if only he could have the perfect garden. What’s your “if only”?
Lawn part 2: Explores Exodus 12.Session 5: The Fulfilling God.
Geisha part 1: Edo-Period Japan. A woman is drawn away from her husband -
Life Explored Leaders Handbook (Teacher’s Guide)
$12.99Add to cartSection 1 – How To Run Life Explored
Section 2 – Life Explored Sessions
* Session 1: The Good God
* Session 2: The Trustworthy God
* Session 3: The Generous God
* Session 4: The Liberating God
* Session 5: The Fulfilling God
* Session 6: The Life-Giving God
* Session 7: The Joyful God
Appendices – Answers To Tough Questions; Video ScriptsAdditional Info
Life Explored is an exciting new way to share the gospel in today’s highly visual culture. Developed by Christianity Explored Ministries, the seven interactive sessions are based on stunning videos shot all over the globe.Life Explored will help people uncover what they’re really living for, and shows how, in Christ, God meets our deepest desire for happiness. Each session explores an aspect of God’s character. We see that the God of the Bible is good, trustworthy, generous, liberating, fulfilling, life-giving and joyful. And ultimately we see that the greatest pleasure in life is not enjoying the gifts he has given, but enjoying God himself.
This exciting, new outreach course can be run before or after Christianity Explored or Alpha and is perfect for anyone looking for answers to life’s big questions.
This Leader’s Handbook contains everything you need to lead a course and works alongside the Handbook and DVD. It features training material and advise and includes questions from the Handbook, complete with answers!
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Life Explored Handbook (Student/Study Guide)
$4.99Add to cartIntroduction
* Session 1: The Good God
* Session 2: The Trustworthy God
* Session 3: The Generous God
* Session 4: The Liberating God
* Session 5: The Fulfilling God
* Session 6: The Life-Giving God
* Session 7: The Joyful GodAdditional Info
Life Explored is an exciting new way to share the gospel in today’s highly visual culture. Developed by Christianity Explored Ministries, the seven interactive sessions are based on stunning videos shot all over the globe.Life Explored will help people uncover what they’re really living for, and shows that the greatest pleasure in life is not enjoying the gifts God has given, but enjoying God himself. This exciting, new outreach course can be run before or after Christianity Explored or Alpha and is perfect for anyone looking for answers to life’s big questions.
This Handbook contains everything a participant needs for the course, guiding them through the sessions with plenty of space for notes.
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Discover 5 : Bible Notes For Young People (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartBook 5 Contains:
* Exodus 1-6
* Exodus 7-12
* John 1-6
* Acts 14-17Additional Info
Discover Bible notes have been helping young people understand and apply the Bible for over a decade. Now, we’re turning these popular devotions into a collection of 12 books that covers the major Bible books, events and characters.Discover encourages a daily routine of Bible study and prayer, which will help young people set a pattern for the rest of their lives.
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Psalm 3 KJV Preacher Edition
$39.99Add to cartThis eagerly anticipated volume of The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible(R) covers chapters 107-150 of the Psalms and is part three of a three-part series.
The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible(R) is much more than a commentary – it’s a comprehensive resource for expository and topical preaching.
Each volume organizes key points of Scripture passages in a systematic outline form, along with content synthesized from 200+ Bible commentaries, language sources, and reference works.
The Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible(R) includes inspirational sermon points, practical life applications and dozens of supporting scriptures in every section.
This volume includes Psalms chapters 107-150 and contains Scripture printed in King James Version (KJV).
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At The Crossroads
$13.99Add to cartDiscover your purpose, passion, and mission for your retirement years. In recent years we have been hearing our church members ask, “What do I need to do to be ready for retirement? I want the next part of my life to the best. I want to make a significant difference!”
As many as 10,000 men and women are retiring each day but many dislike and are anxious about the idea of retirement; they very much would like to be redirected or redeployed to a life in retirement years that is meaningful and significant. Yet, transitioning into retirement without adequate planning can be very frustrating, confusing and stressful for almost everyone.
For too many there may be an unfortunate lack of purpose, significance and identity. We have seen many people who really are at the prime of their life miss out on opportunities that bring fulfillment and joy. This six week study can offer hope and help! We hear of too many stories about friends and neighbors that fall into a retirement syndrome that may lead to distress, anxiety, depression, divorce, poor health, and even suicide. Many more worry about the increased costs of health care and financial resources necessary to sustain a long life.
Will the Boomer Generation become a burden or a blessing to our global society? This Bible based six week small group study offers a very positive and encouraging outcome.
By following biblical principles from the lives of Moses, Abraham, Elijah, Nehemiah, Jesus and Paul, as well as other encouraging Bible passages, participants can discover their purpose, passion, and mission for their retirement years.
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1st Corinthians Womens Bible Study Participant Book (Student/Study Guide)
$17.99Add to cartRelationships are messy. We’re all different and imperfect, and we can struggle to get along–especially with those who disagree with us. Often we find ourselves divided–even as Christians. How can we work out our differences and disagreements with humility and grace, always showing the love of Christ, while still remaining true to what we believe? The Apostle Paul wrote to the Christians living in Corinth about this very thing. The cultural backdrop of Corinth was even more overtly sinful than our culture today, yet Paul boldly encouraged the Corinthian Christians not to ridicule one another or outsiders but to work together to show the love of Christ. In this six-week study we will explore Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians to learn how we as Christians are to deal with differences and divisions–whether in the workplace, neighborhood, school, home, social media community, or church. We’ll discover that the answer is living and sharing the radical love of Jesus Christ, and we’ll unpack what this means and how we can live it out day by day. The Participant Book includes five days of lessons for each week, combining study of Scripture with personal reflection, application, and prayer.
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Reading The Sermon On The Mount With John Stott (Student/Study Guide)
$14.00Add to cartHow To Read The Bible With John Stott
Introduction
1. Developing Spiritual Character: Matthew 5:1-6
2. A Christian’s Influence: Matthew 5:7-16
3. A Christian’s Righteousness: Matthew 5:17-30
4. Marriage, Truthfulness, Revenge And Love: Matthew 5:31-48
5. A Christian’s Religion: Matthew 6:1-18
6. A Christian’s Ambition: Matthew 6:19-34
7. A Christian’s Relationships: Matthew 7:1-12
8. A Christian’s Commitment: Matthew 7:13-29
Guidelines For LeadersAdditional Info
The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus’ most inspiring and challenging description of the Christian counterculture. John Stott’s teaching on this timeless text shows how its value system, ethical standard, religious devotion and network of relationships clearly distinguish it from both the nominal church and the secular world. In this volume Stott’s The Message of the Sermon on the Mount is condensed into brief readings suitable for daily use which take us passage by passage through the Scripture text. Including eight weekly studies for individuals or groups, this book covering Matthew 5-7 allows readers to enjoy the riches of Stott’s writings in a new, easy-to-use format. John Stott was one of the most beloved and masterful Bible teachers of the last fifty years. His books have sold in the millions. Christians on every continent have heard and read his instructive and inspiring expositions of Scripture. The books in the Reading the Bible with John Stott series condense the essential message of Stott’s teaching, largely drawn from his Bible Speaks Today volumes, and present it in a format suitable for daily reading. Questions at the end of each section make these books even more useful for individuals or groups. -
Together For The World
$12.99Add to cartThe disciples and early Christians faced doubt, opposition, and threats–just like many Christians do today. In Together with the World, Michael Wagenman shows how the book of Acts can help modern Christians respond to crisis and critique in our contemporary world.
The book of Acts is about more than simply the beginning of church history. In Together for the World we find a group of disciples, empowered by the Holy Spirit, following God’s call to spread the good news.
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Faith Amid The Ruins
$12.99Add to cartIf God asked you to live faithfully in the midst of upheaval, even if the cost was high, how would you respond? What if he made extraordinary and difficult demands? The prophet Habakkuk struggled with these very questions as he tried to follow God step-by-step during a time of unrest.
“Living by faith” sounds great on the surface, but when we face hardship and opposition, it’s easy to seek security and stability instead of God’s will. In Faith Amid the Ruins, Heath Thomas walks us through the book of Habakkuk, revealing the heart of this story about living by faith in light of God’s own faithfulness toward us.
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Becoming A Woman Of Excellence 30th Anniversary Edition (Anniversary)
$9.99Add to cartSociety beckons us to succeed-to achieve excellence in our appearance, our earning power, our family life. God Himself also beckons us to be women of excellence. But what exactly is He asking? If you’re hungry for God’s perspective on success in a society that bombards you with conflicting demands, feed on the truths of God’s Word that you’ll discover in these pages. You will not only learn to “approve the things that are excellent” but will also experience the joy of becoming God’s woman of excellence. This bestselling topical Bible study has helped over one million women over the past 30 years, and is newly revised and updated so today’s women can discover who God designed them to be in this day and age. Written by Navigator author and Bible teacher Cynthia Heald, the 11 sessions in this Bible study explore what your identity in Christ is and how you can best serve Him.
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Songs From Scripture (Student/Study Guide)
$10.00Add to cartGetting The Most Out Of Songs From Scripture
1. Song Of Creation Psalm 8
2. Song Of Deliverance Exodus 15:1-21
3. Song Of Invitation Isaiah 55
4. Song Of Hope Jeremiah 31:31-37
5. Song Of Despair Job 19:1-12, 23-27
6. Song Of Triumph Luke 1:46-55
7. Song Of Humility Philippians 2:5-11
8. Song Of Glory Romans 11:33-36
9. Song Of Redemption Revelation 5:6-14
Leader’s NotesAdditional Info
Throughout the Bible there are songs. Some are songs of celebration and hope while others express despair or humility and still others recount God’s redemption. Taken together these songs reveal our humanity before God and the glory and grace of life in him. In nine studies, this LifeGuide explores several biblical songs from both the Old and New Testaments. -
Discover 4 : Bible Notes For Young People (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartBook 4 Contains:
* Genesis 37-50
* Ruth
* Mark 14, 15-16
* Acts 6-13 (2)Additional Info
Discover Bible notes have been helping young people understand and apply the Bible for over a decade. Now, we’re turning these popular devotions into a collection of 12 books that covers the major Bible books, events and characters.Discover encourages a daily routine of Bible study and prayer, which will help young people set a pattern for the rest of their lives.
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Encouraging One Another
$9.99Add to cartSometimes we plod through life with our head down and our back bent under the weight of our load. We feel unimpressive, unkempt, unappreciated, and unneeded. Day in and day out, we push along, struggling to put our shoulders into it, give it a little elbow grease, and keep a stiff upper lip. God doesn’t want to leave us staggering under such weight of discouragement. Our Heavenly Father loves us so much He does His best to cheer us up and cheer us on. In this study readers will learn how God planned ahead for all their gloomy days, how He knows just when they need a little lift, and how He has arranged for encouragement to be right there waiting for them. They will discover how encouragement comes from little miracles from God’s own hand, how it comes from knowing His promises, and how it comes from fellow believers as they reach out and touch one another’s lives.
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Praying With Power
$12.99Add to cartPrayer isn’t some kind of requirement for believers. It is a privilege! Prayer is our path to the adventure of building a relationship with our Savior. Through prayer the Creator of everything stoops to hear the lisping of toddlers. The Sustainer of every living thing hears the groans and sighs of the aging. He is aware of every thought, every choice, every move we make—but He is waiting for us to turn to Him and tell Him about it. In this study readers will explore journaling prayers, prayer attitudes, and how to pray their way through a desert or a valley. They will get up close and personal in two-way conversations and learn how to survive—and yes, even enjoy—those times when they’re put on the spot to pray out loud. They will learn how God answers even when they can’t hear Him saying a thing and be reminded that they never grow so old they don’t need to take time to say “thank you.”
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Mission Of Jesus Discovery Guide
$14.99Add to cartJoin renowned teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan as he guides you through the land of the Bible. In each lesson, Vander Laan illuminates the historical, geographical, and cultural context of the sacred Scriptures. Filmed on location in Israel, the That the World May Know DVD series will transform your understanding of God and challenge you to be a true follower of Jesus.
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Hebrews : Christ Perfect Sacrifice Perfect Priest
$12.99Add to cartIn the midst of persecution and rejection, the Jewish believers, who had come from a background of legalism and works, were tempted to hold onto symbols, rituals, and traditions that were grounded in the requirements of the Old Covenant. Then God came to earth in human flesh as the New Covenant, and these believers discovered the freedom they could have in Jesus and the relationship they could have with their Savior. The book of Hebrews, by an unknown writer, contrasts the Old and New Covenant and brilliantly shows that Christ is higher than any Old Testament character, priest, ritual, or sacrifice. Because of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection, He is the perfect sacrifice and our own High Priest. He has given all believers unfettered access to God. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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1-3 John And Jude
$12.99Add to cart“I heard Jesus speak,” John writes. “I saw him . . . I even touched him.” Just as we would write about someone we knew and loved, John tells us the truth about the Savior. In the face of false teaching about Jesus, John takes a direct approach. But he doesn’t let believers off the hook without an examination of their own lives. “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9). John was not alone in his concern about the influence of false teachers in the early church. Jude, a half-brother of Christ, also wrote to the early believers. His letter firmly warns us against defecting from true biblical faith, urges all believers to fight for truth, and encourages us to stand firm in spite of intense spiritual warfare. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Exodus : Liberating Love (Student/Study Guide)
$8.99Add to cartExodus is the story of a bush on fire that never burns up, an unarmed shepherd facing the most powerful man on earth, a nation walking through a sea, storms, earthquakes and more. But, as these eight studies show, it is supremely the story of the God who reveals himself, triumphs over his enemies, and rescues, guides, rules, forgives and lives with his people and who in all this points forward to a still greater, more thrilling act of liberation.
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Exodus For You
$24.99Add to cart15 Chapters
Additional Info
Without Exodus, we have an impoverished understanding of the nature of God, the achievement of the cross, the triumph of the resurrection and the identity of God’s people.With his trademark Christ-centered clarity, Tim Chester walks readers through Exodus, making its great themes thrillingly clear to those new to the book, and unearthing wonderful new surprises for those familiar with it.
You can read through this book as a normal book… work through it as part of your daily Bible-reading routine using the questions for reflection at the end of each chapter… or use it to help you teach this letter, whether in small groups or from the pulpit.
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Exodus For You (Student/Study Guide)
$19.99Add to cart1. A People And A Land
2. What’s In A Name?
3. When Life Gets Harder, Not Better
4. God Vs Pharaoh
5. Liberated For Service
6. To The Eastern Shore
7. Grumbling Or Gratitude?
8. Father-in-law: Mission And Wisdom
9. Meeting At The Mountain Of God
10. The Law Of God And Life In Christ
11. Finding Our Way Home
12. The Priestly Wardrobe
13. The Golden Calf And The God Of Mercy
14. Show Me Your Glory
15. A Taste Of God’s GloryAdditional Info
Without Exodus, we have an impoverished understanding of the nature of God, the achievement of the cross, the triumph of the resurrection and the identity of God’s people.With his trademark Christ-centered clarity, Tim Chester walks readers through Exodus, making its great themes thrillingly clear to those new to the book, and unearthing wonderful new surprises for those familiar with it.
You can read through this book as a normal book… work through it as part of your daily Bible-reading routine using the questions for reflection at the end of each chapter… or use it to help you teach this letter, whether in small groups or from the pulpit.
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God Behind The Scenes
$12.99Add to cartEven when it feels like he is absent, God is always at work behind the scenes. Though the book of Esther contains no direct references to God, his fingerprints are found all over it. The book traces the unseen hand of God, working through the lives of his people to deliver them from destruction. In God Behind the Scenes, Wayne Barkhuizen examines the strange yet gripping story of Esther. He shows how divine Providence was active in preserving the people through whom the Messiah, Jesus Christ, would one day come. Barkhuizen also explains why the message of Esther is so important to our world today.
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Revelation : The Christians Ultimate Victory
$14.99Add to cartThe book of Revelation unveils Jesus Christ in glory. The apostle John wrote this letter to the churches in Asia Minor who were feeling the overwhelming effects of persecution from all sides. This book was a reminder to them that God saw their hardships, cared about them, and would reward them for their faithfulness. Through the use of vivid imagery, John writes Revelation to reveal the end of human history, the return of Christ, and the establishment of a new heaven and a new earth. John’s message of hope in Revelation assures Christians that God is in sovereign control of all past, present, and future events. He encourages believers to trust that Jesus Christ will judge the lost and will rule in ultimate victory over all human and demonic opposition.
The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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James : Guidelines For A Happy Christian Life
$14.99Add to cartThe apostle James, the oldest half-brother of Jesus, was a key leader in the Jerusalem church. During the early days of the young church, the Jewish believers had been scattered by persecution. Out of compassion, James wrote this epistle to confront them and motivate them to test the quality and consistency of their faith. In this short and powerful book, James gives us practical guidance on issues that also measure our true and living faith and our spiritual fruitfulness. He encourages us to “be doers of the word, and not hearers only,” to “draw near to God,” and “to be patient . . . until the coming of the Lord” (James 1:22; 4:8; 5:7). James calls all believers-then and now-to live a life that demonstrates saving faith marked by godly behavior.
The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Ezra And Nehemiah
$9.99Add to cartThe people of Israel were carried away to Babylon, where they lived as exiles and outcasts. God sent this judgment on His people because of their continued unfaithfulness to His word-but the day came when He called them to return to Jerusalem. However, when they arrived there, they discovered things had dramatically changed for the worse. The Temple was destroyed, the city walls were torn down, and the land had been taken over by people who did not want them back. There was work to be done, and it was not going to be easy. In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with Ezra’s early return to Jerusalem, continuing through the teachings of Israel’s prophets during the time, and concluding with Nehemiah and the people’s rebuilding efforts in the city. Studies include close-up examinations of Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, Zechariah, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Unequally Yoked” and “”Worshiping God.” The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Daniel And Esther
$16.00Add to cartMany of God’s people through the ages have been called to endure times of hardship, loneliness, and suffering. Some, such as Daniel and Esther, were even members of a race carried away to a foreign land that had never heard of the God of Israel. Their lives were not easy, but even in the midst of trials, these men and women discovered that God was with them-and that He was actively leading the events in their lives. In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period of Israel’s exile beginning with the prophet Daniel being carried off to Babylon, continuing through the rise of the Persian Empire, and concluding with Esther’s reign as queen. Studies include close-up examinations of Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar, Esther, Haman, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Standing Boldly for God” and “God’s Sovereignty Over the Future.” The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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10 Women Of The Bible Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$19.99Add to cartWe don’t even know all their names. Some are referred to only by their nationality, such as the “Samaritan” Woman or the “Canaanite” Woman. Some are known only by the place where they lived, such as Mary of Bethany or Mary Magdalene. Some would become queens, like Esther and Abigail, while others, like Rahab, would live on the fringes of society. One would give birth to a nation (Sarah), and one would give birth to the Messiah (Mary). And while they lived in a society in which the contributions of women were often overlooked, their actions stood out to the writers of Scripture. As we study their lives, we find important truths that God wants us to grasp. In this 10-lesson workbook, Max Lucado tells some of his favorite accounts of these women in the Bible. Stories include: Sarah: Kingdom of the Absurd Rahab: Checkered Pasts Abigail: Barbaric Behavior Esther: Touching the King’s Heart Mary: Calamities of the Common Scale The Samaritan Woman: Two Tombstones The Canaanite Woman: Why God Smiles Mary of Bethany: Risky Love Mary Magdalene: It’s All Right to Dream Again Sapphira: Do Good, Quietly Each lesson includes five insights on each character and Bible study questions to help readers delve into the stories and apply them to their lives.
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Christianity Explored Handbook
$4.99Add to cartIntroduction
1. What Are We Doing Here?
2. Who Is Jesus?
3. Why Did Jesus Come?
4. Why Did Jesus Die?
5. Why Did Jesus Rise?
6. How Can God Accept Us?
Day Away Part 1: How Will We Respond?
Day Away Part 2: What Do We Want Jesus To Do For Us?
Day Away Part 3: What Choices Will We Make?
7. What Does It Mean To Follow Jesus?Additional Info
This stunning new look Christianity Explored contains the same trusted content. Christianity Explored gives people time and space to discover the best news they’ve ever heard. Over seven interactive sessions, as they explore Mark’s Gospel, people find out who Jesus is, what he achieved, and what it means for us today. The course is very flexible. You can use it one-to-one, or in larger groups, in churches, or in homes.This new look, easy-to-use guest Handbook contains everything a participant needs for the course sign and features a section on the reliability of Mark’s Gospel.
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1-2 Thessalonians And Titus
$12.99Add to cartLike a tender shepherd, Paul wrote the letters of 1 & 2 Thessalonians to the church he founded in Thessalonica, a huge city in Macedonia. These were friends he knew, loved, and missed. His purpose in writing was to thank them for their work of faith, their labor of love, and their continued hope in the Lord Jesus Christ . . . and His coming again. Paul was also eager to remind them of the example their faithfulness had been to those around them. Similarly, Paul’s letter to Titus-a young pastor in Crete-is filled with personal affirmation, counsel, and guidance on how to prepare church leaders for effective evangelism. Paul wrote this letter so Titus could “set in order the things that are lacking” and “speak the things which are proper for sound doctrine” (Titus 1:5; 2:1). These letters of instruction are as inspirational for us today as they were for these first-century Christ followers. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Overload Study Guide (Student/Study Guide)
$18.99Add to cartAn engaging study guide companion to Overload by Joyce Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author, will help readers maximize their ability to overcome stress and achieve God’s best for their lives.As technology provides greater accessibility, it becomes harder to mute the background noise of life and receive God’s guidance. Joyce Meyer calls this overload, when the demands of life become overwhelming. But to experience the joyful life God has planned, readers must make time to focus on His Word. The OVERLOAD STUDY GUIDE will help them use the powerful wisdom of Overload to invoke God’s healing and the strength to rise above life’s challenges. Chapter by chapter, this book explores the practical advice and Scriptural wisdom in Overload, and offers thought-provoking questions and exercises designed to help readers maximize what they learn and change their lives. They’ll know how to unplug, free themselves from burdens, get better rest, and manage their stress. Page by page, Joyce outlines how to achieve the fulfilling life they were meant to lead.
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1-2 Timothy : Encouragement For Church Leaders
$12.99Add to cartTimothy was a close associate of Paul who was facing problems within the church that he was leading in Ephesus. In these personal letters, Paul gives practical pastoral instruction to his protege, highlighting godliness and holy living to help Timothy fulfill his calling and effectively carry out his important tasks in the church. “Let no one despise your youth,” Paul encouraged, “but be an example to believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12). Paul’s gentle encouragement in these letters challenges Timothy to persevere in his faith-a faith that might have been weakening under the pressure of the church and the persecution of the world. Paul’s godly counsel was helpful not only to Timothy, a first-century Christian leader, but is also helpful to each of us as believers today. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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2 Kings : The Fall Of Judah And Israel
$9.99Add to cartDuring the time of the divided kingdom, both the nation of Israel in the north and Judah in the south witnessed great miracles and great failures as their kings vacillated between serving God and following pagan practices. As God led the people through prophets such as Elisha-miraculously curing one man of leprosy and raising another back to life-the clock on the nation’s self-rule began to tick down. For to the east, the powerful kingdom of Assyria was threatening to conquer all the people in the land of Canaan. It was a time of decision: would God’s people serve Him or divide their loyalties? In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at this historical period, beginning with the godly reign of Jehoshaphat in Judah, continuing through the ministry of the prophet Elijah, and concluding with the fall of both kingdoms. Studies include close-up examinations of Elisha, Naaman, Hezekiah, Josiah, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Being Wholehearted for God” and “Renewing God’s Word in Our Hearts.” The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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1 Kings 12-22
$9.99Add to cartUnder King Solomon the Israelites had been a united people, but that all changed when his foolish son Rehoboam came to power. In the days that followed, the nation divided into two separate kingdoms. The reigns of these kings were turbulent, marked by a succession of ungodly monarchs in conflict with the Lord’s prophets. Among these rulers, perhaps none stood out more than Ahab and Jezebel, who not only led the northern nation of Israel into idolatry but actually conspired to murder a man simply because they wanted his garden! In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at this historical period, beginning with the spilt between Judah and Israel, continuing into the remarkable events that occurred during the prophet Elijah’s ministry, and concluding with the death of the ungodly King Ahab. Studies include close-up examinations of Elijah, Ahab, Jezebel, Asa, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “the Sin of Syncretism” and “Being Faithful to God’s Word.” The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Ephesians : Your Place In Gods Plan (Student/Study Guide)
$8.99Add to cartEphesians is a book that excites us about all we have in Christ, transforms our view of our church, thrills us as we see our part in God’s amazing plan, and challenges us about our day-to-day lives.
These eight sessions will take groups through the whole letter, explaining and applying it to our lives as church members and as individuals.
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Christianity Explored Leaders Handbook (Teacher’s Guide)
$12.99Add to cartSection 1 – How To Run The Course
* Getting Started
* God’s Role In Evangelism – And Ours
* How The Course Works
* Identity, Mission And Call In Mark’s Gospel
* What To Do If…
Section 2 – Handbook Questions And Answers
Section 3 – Day Away
Appendices – Answers To Tough QuestionsAdditional Info
This stunning new look Christianity Explored contains the same trusted content. Christianity Explored gives people time and space to discover the best news they’ve ever heard. Over seven interactive sessions, as they explore Mark’s Gospel, people find out who Jesus is, what he achieved, and what it means for us today. The course is very flexible. You can use it one-to-one, or in larger groups, in churches, or in homes.This Leader’s Handbook contains everything you need to lead a course and works alongside the new-look Handbook and DVD. It features training material and advise and includes questions from the Handbook, complete with answers!
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Discovering The Real Jesus (Student/Study Guide)
$7.99Add to cartIntroduction
1. Profits Or Prophets? (2 V 13-25)
2. Water For A Dry Soul (4 V 5-42)
3. Soul Food (6 V 1-35)
4. I Once Was Blind (9 V 1-41)
5. Eternal Life (11 V 1-44)
6. Death Isn’t The Last Word (19 V 1-37)
7. The End Of Doubt (20 V 1-31)Additional Info
Every Christian knows that Jesus is good news for everyone. Yet most of us struggle to share this good news with the people closest to us. Becky Pippert has spent years talking to people about Jesus and her experience shines through on each page of these seven Bible studies in John.Discovering the Real Jesus has been designed to make it easy for any Christian to share their faith with friends and family. The expertly crafted questions are designed to open up conversations as you look at seven encounters with Jesus from the Gospel of John.
This flexible resource allows you to share your faith with one or more of your friends wherever they’re at spiritually and wherever you happen to meet up. All you need is a coffee and a copy of Discovering the Real Jesus for everyone. Even the Bible passages are included inside.
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Discover 3 : Bible Notes For Young People (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartBook 3 Contains:
* Genesis 25-35
* Mark 11-13
* Philippians 2-4
* Acts 1-5
* Acts 6-13 (1)Additional Info
Discover Bible notes have been helping young people understand and apply the Bible for over a decade. Now, we’re turning these popular devotions into a collection of 12 books that covers the major Bible books, events and characters.Discover encourages a daily routine of Bible study and prayer, which will help young people set a pattern for the rest of their lives.
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Discover 2 : Bible Notes For Young People (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartBook 2 Contains:
* Genesis 11-25
* 2 KIngs 2-8 (Elisha)
* Mark 6-10
* Philippians 1-2v11Additional Info
Discover Bible notes have been helping young people understand and apply the Bible for over a decade. Now, we’re turning these popular devotions into a collection of 12 books that covers the major Bible books, events and characters.Discover encourages a daily routine of Bible study and prayer, which will help young people set a pattern for the rest of their lives.
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Discover 1 : Bible Notes For Young People (Student/Study Guide)
$9.99Add to cartBook 1 Contains:
* Genesis 1-11
* Mark 1-5
* 1 & 2 Kings (Elijah)
* JonahAdditional Info
Discover Bible notes have been helping young people understand and apply the Bible for over a decade. Now, we’re turning these popular devotions into a collection of 12 books that covers the major Bible books, events and characters.Discover encourages a daily routine of Bible study and prayer, which will help young people set a pattern for the rest of their lives.
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1-2 Peter : Courage In Times Of Trouble
$14.99Add to cartBelievers in the early church scattered across the Roman Empire were facing the threat of increased persecution. Peter, the most outspoken of the disciples and leader among the apostles, wrote two practical and encouraging letters to strengthen the hearts of these followers of Christ. Through words of hope and wisdom, he taught them how to live victoriously in the midst of life-threatening trials. In the first letter, Peter reminds believers of the many blessings available to them because of their persecution. In the second letter, he warns them to discern and defeat the false teachers who were invading their churches and teaching them dangerous and deceptive doctrines. Peter’s letters of encouragement and warning are just as important for believers today to hear and understand as they were during the first century. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Seeking Truth Devotion Vs Spirituality
$13.95Add to cartFrom the desk of author Denise D. Snow:
While I was preparing this guide, my thoughts were that I wanted people’s eyes to be opened to the things of God. “For I know the thoughts that I think towards you, saidth the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end” (Jeremiah 29:11). In my 42 years on this earth, I have experienced tremendous bondage. However, through it all I’ve never lost my faith! As a child, I grew up being sent to church not brought! God has always been my source of comfort, when times got hard because I have known Him from my youth.
I want people to understand that their struggles are not personal but spiritual. Therefore, it is important to seek first the kingdom of God and his voice so that you have the ability to overcome any struggle. Jesus responded one way to Satan’s temptations in the wilderness with the Word of God (Matthew4:1-10)
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Where is the manual on how to live life? Too often we put our trust and beliefs in the educational, financial, and church systems of this world, but what happens when these systems fail us? The Bible is full of knowledge, wisdom, and understanding on how to overcome life’s challenges.
Are you having a hard time reading and understanding the Bible? Seeking Truth is an easy way to study the Word of God. By using this user-friendly guide, you will obtain a better understanding of the Word of God.
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Apostles Creed : 6 Studies For Individuals Or Groups (Student/Study Guide)
$10.00Add to cart“I believe in God the Father, Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.” This six-session study, based on Alister McGrath”s book I Believe, introduces us to the Apostles’ Creed and the essential truths about God the Father, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. Christians indeed trust in God, and the basics of our faith have remained the same for centuries. These truths are summarized in historic church documents known as creeds. The Apostles’ Creed is an ideal starting point for this vital process of consolidating our grasp of the faith.”
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Real Prayer : Connecting With Our Heavenly Father (Student/Study Guide)
$8.99Add to cartIntroduction
Why Study Real Prayer?
1. Why Pray? (Luke 18 V 9-14)
TO THE FATHER
2. How Not To Pray (Matthew 6 V 5-8)
3. How To Pray (Matthew 6 V 9-15)
THROUGH THE SON
4. Praying Confidently (Hebrews 10 V 19-22; 4 V 14-16)
5. Praying Dependently (John 15 V 1-17)
BY THE SPIRIT
6. Praying In Weakness (Romans 8 V 9-30)
7. Praying To Serve (1 Corinthians 14 V 1-25)
Leader’s GuideAdditional Info
Confusion reigns over the topic of prayer. Yet, at one time or another just about everyone prays-but often it’s like shooting in the dark. Wonderfully, the Bible-and Jesus especially-shows us what real prayer is: talking to the real, living God with humble confidence.If we look at what the Christian message tells us about “connecting” with God, we’ll see how and why we can talk to God knowing that he will listen and respond. Forget formulas and techniques. This is about real communication with the real God-the unique Christian privilege of real prayer.
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1 Samuel : The Lives Of Samuel And Saul
$12.99Add to cartThe times of the judges were turbulent days in Israel’s history, marked by a continuing cycle of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance. In time, the people of Israel decided they would do better under the leadership of a king, and they arrogantly demanded that God provide them with one. Samuel, God’s anointed prophet and Israel’s last judge, warned that they would be getting more than they bargained for-taxes, forced military service, wars, and oppression-but they continued to insist. The Lord finally provided a king in the person of Saul, and Samuel’s warnings came to pass.
In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at this historical period beginning with the miraculous birth of Samuel, continuing through Saul’s crowning as Israel’s first king, and concluding with his tragic death. Studies include close-up examinations of Hannah, Eli, Saul, David, and Jonathan, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Slaying a Giant” and “Respecting God’s Anointed.”
The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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1 Peter : Living Well On The Way Home (Student/Study Guide)
$8.99Add to cartIntroduction
Why Study 1 Peter?
1. Certain Future, Joyful Present (1 V 1-12)
2. Loving Christ By Loving Your Church (1 V 13 – 2 V 3)
3. The Greatest Building (1 Peter 2 V 4-12)
4. In His Footsteps (2 V 13 – 3 V 7)
5. Christ Also Suffered (3 V 8 – 4 V 6)
6. Stand Firm, For The End Is At Hand (4 V 7 – 5 V 14)
Leader’s GuideAdditional Info
The Christian life, lived well, is not easy. That’s because we don’t belong in this world. Peter writes to churches who were being increasingly marginalized and misunderstood by their surrounding culture-to churches just like ours. Yet he did not tell them to retreat, but to keep journeying on, and to do so not with gritted teeth but with joy and hope.These six sessions will inspire and equip you to live in that same way as you journey home.
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1 Kings 1-11 Proverbs And Ecclesiastes
$12.99Add to cartSolomon is known as the wisest man who ever lived. His writings in the Old Testament range from practical, pithy proverbs to beautiful romantic poetry–and all are filled with his knowledge and insights. Yet behind those writings stood a flawed man who was conflicted between deep wisdom and tragic folly. Sadly, the king who warned against so many sins did not follow his own advice, and he wound up leading Israel into idolatry. Nevertheless, his life and writings provide valuable lessons for us today in the twenty-first century. In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with Solomon’s ascent to the throne and continuing through his tragic end. Studies include close-up examinations of the vital importance of wisdom–with portraits of the wise woman, the foolish sluggard, and others in the book of Proverbs–and careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Starting Strong, Finishing Strong” and “Wisdom from Above, Wisdom from Below.” The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Living Christian : A Study For Teen Girls (Student/Study Guide)
$10.99Add to cartLIVING Christian Series
LESSON 1: OUR EXAMPLE
LESSON 2: CONTEMPORARY TEMPTATION
LESSON 3: ABSTINENCE
LESSON 4: FRIENDS, BOYFRIENDS, AND PEER PRESSURE
LESSON 5: HOMOSEXUALITY AND SECULAR THOUGHTS
LESSON 6: MODESTY
LESSON 7: DEALING WITH PARENTS
LESSON 8: A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HIGH SCHOOL GIRL
LESSON 9: LEAVING THE YOUTH GROUP-SPIRITUAL GROWTH
LESSON 10: LIVING OUT YOUR PURPOSE: THE GREAT COMMISSIONAdditional Info
The decision to obey the gospel is one of the most important ones you’ll ever make, but it’s only the beginning of your journey of faith. At baptism, you become a Christian – then comes a lifetime of living Christian. Your thoughts, actions, and attitudes will need to be brought in line with the One you now follow – Jesus Christ. He’s not asking you to be a martyr; He wants to put your life on display so the world can see a living Christian. -
2 Samuel : Davids Heart Revealed
$12.99Add to cartDavid is known as Israel’s greatest king, but he was certainly not a super-hero. He had to fight many difficult battles to establish his throne, and when he did become king, he committed murder, adultery, and brought disaster on his family. He was a man with all-too-human failings who was far from perfect, yet he was also a man after God’s own heart. David depended on God’s grace for forgiveness when he stumbled-the same grace that is available to us today.
In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with David’s struggle to establish his throne, continuing through his sin and repentance, and concluding with the tragic rebellion of his son Absalom. Studies include close-up examinations of Joab, Amnon, Tamar, Absalom, and others, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Obedience and Blessing” and being a “Man After God’s Own Heart.”
The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Joshua Judges And Ruth
$12.99Add to cartIt took more than forty years of wandering, but finally the nation of Israel was ready to enter the land that God had promised to them. However, they knew that arriving at the borders was just the beginning, for many battles and many foes still lay ahead of them. Yet, as Joshua reminded them, they also knew that the Lord had promised to fight all their battles and defeat their foes-through His power, and not their own.
In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the Israelites’ conquest of the Promised Land, beginning with the miraculous parting of the Jordan River, continuing through the victories and setbacks as the people settled into Canaan, and concluding with the times of the judges. Studies include close-up examinations of Rahab, Ruth, and Samson, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “The Sin of Achan” and the role of “The Kinsman Redeemer.”
The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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When You Want To Yell At God
$12.99Add to cart“Experience the book of Job through a different set of eyes. In When You Want to Yell at God, Craig Bartholomew asks us to let go of the Job we think we know so we can get to know the real man. Job’s story refutes the idea that what goes around comes around. Suffering is not always the result of wrong behavior, and right behavior does not always guarantee blessing. But God is always faithful. Looking at Job as the height of biblical poetry, Bartholomew helps us see just how beautiful and touching this man’s struggle with God really is. In the Transformative Word Series, you’ll read the Bible with a global cast of church leaders and scholars. Contributors from around the world write in their native language, and their volumes are then translated and published in multiple languages. In conversational tone, each author explains the importance of a biblical book, showing how it can transform your life.”
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Healing From Brokenness
$9.99Add to cartEach of us has experienced something that left us broken and in pain. We need to recognize we are not alone-there are others who have been where we are, and God understands how we feel. We live in a broken world, but Jesus came to make us whole. In this study readers will learn how to recognize in their hearts they are children of God and made free, how to break free of the cycle of pain and not pass on the same legacy of sin and pain, how to forgive those who have wronged us and be reconciled, how to get past feelings of injustice, and how to experience joy even in the midst of suffering.
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Living A Purposeful Life
$9.99Add to cartWhen it comes to God’s will for our lives, there are certain things we can know for sure. We know it is God’s will for us to love Him body, soul, mind, and heart and to love our neighbor as ourselves. But what about the things we don’t know for sure? The Bible doesn’t tell us which car to buy or how many children we should have and at what age. This freedom can feel threatening at times, but Jesus doesn’t want us to live in fear. He said, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they might have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10). In this study readers will learn how Jesus talked about life and not being ruled by fear we might make a wrong choice, how following God is a great adventure, and how Jesus is always with us to guide us along the way as we seek to follow God’s will.
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Experiencing Contagious Joy
$9.99Add to cartJoy has a way of working its way from the inside out. When our lives are filled with joy, the symptoms are unmistakable. A twinkle in the eye. A ready smile. A skip in the step. A song in the heart. Joy lends a glow to the face and a lilt to the voice. Joy is contagious. It is also the birthright of every believer, but rainy days have a way of distracting us from that fact. In this study, readers will take a careful look at this uniquely Christian characteristic and discover they have every reason to be joyful. They will see that joy is their strength and their song and provides a solid foundation in their hearts.
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Worshiping God With Our Lives
$14.99Add to cartWhen some people think of “a life of worship,” they think of the fifteen minutes or two hours, depending on their denomination, that they spend on their feet on a Sunday morning in church. They may think of the CDs they play in the house as they attack the daily chores. Yet while those certainly represent an act worship, they don’t represent a life of worship. In this study readers will discover how Jesus lived every moment of every day with a “yes” in His spirit to his Father. They will see how His declared intent was solely to do the will of His Father, how He worshipped as He healed the blind and the lame, and even how He worshipped in the Garden of Gethsemane as He prayed that the cup of the wrath of God might pass from Him. They will be encouraged to live a similar life of worship to their heavenly Father.
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Gospel Shaped Work Handbook (Student/Study Guide)
$11.99Add to cartPreface By Don Carson And Tim Keller
Introduction
How To Use This Course
1. Created To Work?
2. Work And The Fall
3. Work Transformed
4. Glorifying God Through Your Work
5. The Gospel And Your Work
6. Work And Power
7. Optional Session: Work And The Big Wide World
8. What We Are Working TowardsAdditional Info
Gospel Shaped Church is a new curriculum from The Gospel Coalition that will help whole congregations pause and think carefully and prayerfully about the kind of church they are called to be.This eight-week track encourages the whole church to not only connect Monday to Sunday by trying to be a good witness at work and share the gospel, but to put the gospel at the heart of everything we do at work.
This comprehensive handbook contains discussion questions for the main teaching sessions, daily devotionals, Bible study materials, and space for you to record your thoughts, prayers and ideas as you work through the material with your church.
Works alongside the Gospel Shaped Work DVD and the Gospel Shaped Work Leader’s Guide.
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Gospel Shaped Work Leaders Guide (Teacher’s Guide)
$19.99Add to cartPreface By Don Carson And Tim Keller
Introduction
How To Use This Course
1. Created To Work?
2. Work And The Fall
3. Work Transformed
4. Glorifying God Through Your Work
5. The Gospel And Your Work
6. Work And Power
7. Optional Session: Work And The Big Wide World
8. What We Are Working TowardsAdditional Info
Gospel Shaped Church is a new curriculum from The Gospel Coalition that will help whole congregations pause and think carefully and prayerfully about the kind of church they are called to be.This eight-week track encourages the whole church to not only connect Monday to Sunday by trying to be a good witness at work and share the gospel, but to put the gospel at the heart of everything we do at work.
The Leader’s Guide contains everything you need to lead this flexible course.
This flexible resource will train your whole church through teaching, preaching, daily reading and small-group Bible study and discussion-or any combination of those elements. The overall aim is that your church will embark on a journey to discover the kind of people they should be as they are shaped by the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Works alongside the Gospel Shaped Work DVD and the Gospel Shaped Work Handbook for use by church members.
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What The Bible Says About Fasting Pamphlet
$4.99Add to cartSee key information on fasting at a glance! From Jesus’ 40 day fast in the wilderness to the “Daniel” fast, What the Bible Says About Fasting covers dozens of Bible verses on fasting and features over 20 practical tips for how to fast and pray!
Have you ever wondered why fasting is important? Do you want to fast, but not sure if you are doing it “right?” Have you fasted before, and nothing happened? Fasting is a key spiritual discipline that will grow your spiritual intimacy with the Lord and refresh your prayer life. Deepen your understanding of fasting and see key information at a glance with this quick-reference pamphlet packed with charts, dozens of fasting verses, and practical tips!
Enjoy getting solid answer to key questions on fasting:
*What is fasting? Why should I fast?
*Does Jesus say we are required to fast?
*What’s the “Daniel fast?”
*Will fasting help me get closer to God?
*How can I fast and what is the right way to fast?Find out 4 different types of fasts; discover 8 tips on how to start fasting, and explore the connection between prayer and fasting as you dive into 17 stories of fasting from the Bible, including Daniel, Esther, Nehemiah, and Jesus. Great for personal or group Bible study!
14 panels, fits inside most Bibles, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, unfolds to 38 inches long.
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Listening To God
$12.00Add to cartDoes God hear us? Does God speak? How can we connect with God when all seems to be lost? What is our role in listening? Through exploring both biblical characters and teaching, this LifeGuide Bible study helps us understand how to seek and find an ever deeper dialogue with God.
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Anchored : A Bible Study For Miscarriage Stillbirth And Infant Loss
$30.95Add to cartAnchored is a Bible study that directs grieving moms to God’s truth where they can find hope regarding their loss. One in four pregnancies ends in devastating loss. Grief hits like a tidal wave. Endless questions batter your soul. Why me? How could God allow this to happen? Did I do something wrong? Where is my baby now? Can I survive this? Anchored invites you to grieve in an honest and faith-filled way. With personal stories, seasoned insight, and gentle questions, you are invited to lay your deepest hurt at the foot of the cross and allow God to anchor your brokenness.
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James : Genuine Faith (Student/Study Guide)
$8.99Add to cartIntroduction
Why Study James?
Timeline
1. Joy In Trials (1 V 1-18)
2. Listen Well (1 V 19 – 2 V 13)
3. Faith Works (2 V 14-26)
4. Tongs On Fire (3 V 1-18)
5. How To Come Back To God (4 V 1-12)
6. Wisdom In Planning, Patience In Suffering (4 V 13 – 5 V 20)
Leader’s GuideAdditional Info
Many churches, and many believers, long for a deeper, more whole-hearted Christian life. But what does that look like? James wrote his letter to show us.
This deeply practical book of the Bible shows us what genuine faith looks like. These six sessions will reveal to groups and individuals how to experience joy in hardships, patience in suffering, and whole-heartedness in how you speak, act and pray.For use with groups or individuals. Leader’s Guide included. Can be used alongside Sam’s James For You expository guide.
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Empowered Leaders Guide (Teacher’s Guide)
$12.99Add to cartHow To Run The Course
1. Inadequacy Is Compulsory
2. The Cross: The Mess And The Miracle
3. Facing Our Fears
4. It’s All About Relationships
5. Cultivating Curiosity
6. The Gospel: Content And Response
7. Introducing The Irresistible Jesus
Extra ResourcesAdditional Info
So many Christians feel nervous, guilty or awkward when they think about sharing their faith with friends and family.It doesn’t have to be this way. You-whoever you are-can be empowered for evangelism that is faithful, compelling and relational. Empowered will leave ordinary Christians not only wanting to share their faith, but knowing how to talk about Jesus in their normal lives and everyday conversations.
Becky Pippert and her husband Dick have spent the past 13 years doing evangelism training in churches and at conferences on almost every continent. Empowered is the fruit of all these years of working right around the world, of motivating and equipping ordinary Christians to share their faith with those around them. Easy to run and combining Bible-study, talks and discussions, this course is flexible enough to be over seven weeks or on a day or weekend away.
In the introduction Becky writes:
“Never has there been a greater need to share Christ with the world (starting with our own neighbors)-yet never have believers seemed more ill equipped. It is imperative that we know how to effectively communicate the gospel. We need to get beyond one-size-fits-all techniques. We need to learn to communicate the truth in a way that is also loving. Yet we need to remember, even as we seek to show Christ’s compassionate love, still to share Christ’s gospel truth.”Each session of Empowered opens with a short introduction from Becky before moving to an interactive group Bible study grounded in God’s word. This is followed by a short talk by Becky on the DVD. Becky’s warm, personable style blends timeless biblical truth with tried and tested techniques-as well as plenty of funny and encouraging real life stories. After the talk there’s time to work through the practical implications in discussion groups, before turning to prayer.
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Empowered Handbook : Equipping Everyone For Relational Evangelism
$8.99Add to cart1. Inadequacy Is Compulsory
2. The Cross: The Mess And The Miracle
3. Facing Our Fears
4. It’s All About Relationships
5. Cultivating Curiosity
6. The Gospel: Content And Response
7. Introducing The Irresistible JesusAdditional Info
So many Christians feel nervous, guilty or awkward when they think about sharing their faith with friends and family.It doesn’t have to be this way. You-whoever you are-can be empowered for evangelism that is faithful, compelling and relational. Empowered will leave ordinary Christians not only wanting to share their faith, but knowing how to talk about Jesus in their normal lives and everyday conversations.
Becky Pippert and her husband Dick have spent the past 13 years doing evangelism training in churches and at conferences on almost every continent. Empowered is the fruit of all these years of working right around the world, of motivating and equipping ordinary Christians to share their faith with those around them. Easy to run and combining Bible-study, talks and discussions, this course is flexible enough to be over seven weeks or on a day or weekend away.
In the introduction Becky writes:
“Never has there been a greater need to share Christ with the world (starting with our own neighbors)-yet never have believers seemed more ill equipped. It is imperative that we know how to effectively communicate the gospel. We need to get beyond one-size-fits-all techniques. We need to learn to communicate the truth in a way that is also loving. Yet we need to remember, even as we seek to show Christ’s compassionate love, still to share Christ’s gospel truth.”Each session of Empowered opens with a short introduction from Becky before moving to an interactive group Bible study grounded in God’s word. This is followed by a short talk by Becky on the DVD. Becky’s warm, personable style blends timeless biblical truth with tried and tested techniques-as well as plenty of funny and encouraging real life stories. After the talk there’s time to work through the practical implications in discussion groups, before turning to prayer.
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Exodus And Numbers
$12.99Add to cartAlthough the descendants of Jacob moved to Egypt as honored guests, in time they became despised slaves groaning under the mistreatment of Pharaoh. In response to the people’s cries, God called a man named Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt into Canaan, but their journey took a dramatic forty-year detour when they failed to trust in God.In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with God’s calling of Moses, continuing through the giving of the Ten Commandments, and concluding with the Israelites’ preparations to enter the Promised Land. This study includes close-up examinations of Aaron, Caleb, Joshua, Balaam and Balak, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “Complaints and Rebellion” and “Following God’s Law.”The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Genesis 34-50 : Jacob And Egypt
$12.99Add to cartNearly half the book of Genesis is devoted to the lives of Jacob and his twelve sons, who were important figures in the history of Israel and in the history of the Christian church. The account of their lives takes the term “dysfunctional family” to a new level, but God used this flawed clan as a beautiful canvas to portray His providence, judgment, and mercy.In this study, John MacArthur guides readers through an in-depth look at the historical period beginning with Jacob’s first encounter with Rachel, continuing through their son Joseph’s captivity as an Egyptian slave, and concluding with the dramatic rescue of Jacob’s family. This study includes close-up examinations of Dinah (Jacob’s daughter), Judah, Tamar, and Pharaoh’s chief butler, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as “The Sovereignty of God” and “Finishing in Faith.”The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur.
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Thinking About The Bible (Student/Study Guide)
$14.00Add to cart“What this book does aim to do is to encourage the asking of questions, knowing that it is not possible to obtain all the answers, allowing for an encounter with God in the spaces in between. . . . It is an approach modeled by the Wisdom tradition of the Old Testament, present in the New Testament, and which involves the continuing search for meaning in life. This search involves living and learning together despite our differences. . . it is the negotiating of those differences that so often makes the Bible seem remote and flat, when what we have in the Bible is a vibrant and varied collection of books that leave plenty of room for disagreement and debate. To encounter the Bible is to stand on holy ground, and any debate about it has something to do with God whether we acknowledge that or not.”
With humor and examples drawn from art and life, Helen-Ann Hartley argues that to appreciate fully the Bible’s richness and diversity, we have to wrestle critically and creatively with themes that attract us and repel us.
