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Next Worship Bible Study
$12.00Add to cartOur destiny, Scripture reveals, is worshiping together as the multiethnic, multilingual, multinational family of God. Our worship here on earth should reflect, point to, and prepare for that ultimate experience.
In these five studies, Sandra Maria Van Opstal dives into biblical perspectives on worship that shaped her groundbreaking book The Next Worship. Focusing on key passages throughout the New Testament, she invites readers to consider how worship relates to diversity, reconciliation, hospitality, unity, and more.
As companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical truths found in classic books. Each session features quotations from The Next Worship matched with Scripture passages, reflection questions, and application ideas that will equip readers to connect the text to their own lives. A leader’s guide is also included.
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Mark : Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus – 10 Studies
$8.99Add to cartThese ten Bible studies explore the book of Mark, encouraging us to turn our eyes fully on Jesus.
Jason Meyer unpacks this fast-paced Gospel section by section, helping us to see the structure of Mark and how the key themes fit together. As you study, let this stunning portrayal of Jesus challenge your perception of him and of yourself. Turn your eyes to Jesus, and be transformed.
Thoughtful questions and a guide for those leading the studies make this a great resource for small-group Bible studies.
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Mark For You
$17.99Add to cartMark’s fast-paced, action-packed Gospel portrays Jesus in a way that is stunningly compelling-and deeply challenging too.
Join Bible teacher Jason Meyer as he unpacks Mark verse by verse. He unveils how the book fits together, marvels at important details, and highlights key themes. Most of all, he helps you to turn your eyes to Jesus-his power, his wisdom, and his compassionate heart.
This accessible, absorbing expository guide is more applied than a typical commentary, making it a great resource for personal devotion, as well as useful for leading small-group studies or for sermon preparation. Contains foreword by Thomas R. Schreiner.
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Psalms 42–89
$16.99Add to cartThe Christian Union Bible Study Series will empower you to learn Scripture as never before. These guides are more exegetically focused and academic than a devotional book, yet more accessible and application oriented than a commentary. Proven on the campuses of Ivy League universities, these Bible studies provide a deep understanding of the biblical texts through explanations about translations, historical background, literary genres, and the meanings of Hebrew and Greek words. They draw from the best biblical scholarship available, presenting it in an accessible and concise format. This series is perfect for people who want to grow in their faith through in-depth studies of Scripture that supplement their regular Bible reading. In 10 lessons, this book of Bible studies will help you dive deeply into Psalms 42-89, either on your own or in a group context.
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Nehemiah : God’s Building Project – 8 Studies
$8.99Add to cartNehemiah is the story of a key moment in the history of God’s people: the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. But it also has a great deal to say to us about what it means to be part of God’s mission. Dr. Eric Mason helps groups to unpack this rich book section by section–inspiring us to get involved in God’s work to build his kingdom.
Features close attention to the text, a focus on real-life application and questions that really open up discussion. Plus a comprehensive guide for leaders in the back.
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Esther : Seeing Our Invisible God In An Uncertain World
$19.99Add to cartA Jesus-loving woman, at her core, desires to please God, walk close to Him, love her people well, and serve her family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors with care. She longs, deep down and often in a hidden place, to live a life that matters and feels fulfilling.
These desires sometimes come from a place of wanting to obey Jesus no matter what. But other times, the cost of doing the uncomfortable just seems too much.
Authors and speakers Amy Carroll and Lynn Cowell unpack the story behind the book of Esther and what it means to be a woman who moves into the uncomfortable as her act of obedience to God in this six-section InScribed Bible study. If you are growing uneasy with your current, comfortable life you find yourself in; if you feel God calling to you more than observation of the world around you, this study will:
*encourage the wisdom and practice to listen before doing
*diminish your fear of doing it wrong
*replace your concern of being misunderstood with a passion for obeying God
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Never Beyond Hope
$12.00Add to cartDo you ever find it hard to hope?
Many of us feel weighed down by our own failures, a sense of inferiority, guilt from the past, or emotionally exhausting circumstances. Yet when hope seems beyond us, the Bible offers encouragement from stories of those who have gone before.
In this six-session LifeGuide(R) Bible Study, J. I. Packer and Carolyn Nystrom explore how God works through imperfect characters such as Jonah, Martha, and Peter. God loves, redeems, and restores misfits, outsiders, and failures. And he can do the same for you. Through the goodness of the God of hope, you can discover the blessing of hope as a way of life.
For over three decades, LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions–offering a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 145 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.
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Nehemiah For You
$17.99Add to cartThe book of Nehemiah chronicles a key moment in the history of God’s people: the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem after the return from exile.
Understanding this book doesn’t just mean knowing about a rebuilt wall. Nehemiah helps us think through any type of rebuilding we might do for God–from our homes and families to our local church, our communities and our world. It teaches us, ultimately, about Jesus and his mission.
A pastor with decades of experience in cities, Dr. Eric Mason unpacks this rich book verse by verse. He explains the context, gives plenty of application for our lives today, and shows us what it looks like to get involved in God’s work to build his kingdom.
This expository guide can be read as a book; used as a devotional; and utilized in teaching and preaching.
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Shepherd King : The Life And Times Of King David In Israel
$16.99Add to cartThis Scripture Adventure is a journey through David’s life and his reign as king, a reign with its ups and downs, failures and successes. More than a list of historical facts, David’s life and legacy provide us with several life lessons, lessons that can serve to guide us daily, even moment by moment, whether we are serving only as “king” over ourselves or as leader over many. There are many “kingdoms” one can successfully rule or one can fail to rule. Which “kingdoms”? The “kingdoms” of “self” (with its many areas), as well as of home, church, school, a team, a neighborhood or community, a region, even a nation.
Here are some crucial facts when looking at David or any other leader: simply knowing his successes will not make us successful. Nor will knowing his failures keep us from failing, but we can learn. Here is an important truth: one does not have to fail personally; one can learn from others’ failures and one does not have to succeed in the same way as other “kings” or leaders. When all is said and done, the crucial questions are these: “Have I pleased the Lord?” “Have I followed Him and His Word?” “Have I helped others connect with Him to know and follow Him?” “Have I helped others through their life journey?” David certainly knew the Lord, sought to follow Him and sought to get others to follow Him and His Word. We can learn from David, from his stands and his stumbles, his successes, and failures. After all, it ever remains a matter of the heart-seeking God’s heart as well as learning from David’s heart for each of our hearts.
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True Story Bible Study
$12.00Add to cartIs the gospel really good news?
What was the central message of Jesus, and how can Christians share it effectively with others? In these five easy-to-use studies, James Choung guides readers through key Scripture passages that informed his groundbreaking book True Story. Discover the four movements of the gospel’s Big Story and what they mean for living and sharing the Christian faith. As companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical truths found in classic books. Each session features quotations from True Story matched with Scripture passages, reflection questions, and application ideas that will equip readers to connect the text to their own lives. A leader’s guide and list of suggested resources are also included.
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Journey : A Study Of Peter For Stumbling Toward Jesuss Extravagant Grace
$16.99Add to cartDiscover how Peter’s broken pursuit of Jesus can offer us hope and courage
Peter was an ordinary man of his time. He started as a humble, hardworking fisherman. But he ended his life with a lasting legacy that still inspires Christians worldwide today. His path from one to the other wasn’t smooth or straight. And there is enormous hope in understanding his rocky, stumbling journey of following Jesus.
In this eight-week Bible study, Jodie Niznik delves into the ways Peter’s missteps and failures reveal God’s grace. When Jesus met Peter in those broken places and called him to get back up, dust himself off, and keep following, we are, in turn, taught how to follow Jesus in our own lives. Along the way, Niznik emphasizes mindfulness practices to readers, inviting them to come to each week’s study with a quiet mind and ready heart.
There is no wallowing in mistakes here, however. Instead, drawing on all four gospels and other supporting Scriptures, Jodie invites readers to see the grace, mercy, and correction of Jesus in the life of Peter, and then to draw parallels to modern Christian lives. Each chapter begins with a spiritual practice that ties into the week’s theme to help women engage their heart in the study.
Though Peter lived two thousand years ago, he is proof that if God can use an imperfect life like his, then God can and will use Christians today, despite all those ways they feel themselves failing, coming up short, and falling away.
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30 Life Principles Revised And Updated (Revised)
$14.99Add to cartIn this revised and updated 30-lesson study guide, Dr. Charles Stanley guides readers through 30 Life Principles found in God’s Word that have shaped and changed his life. God has given these principles to guide, comfort, instruct, and teach us how to live triumphant Christian lives. When we open His Word and begin to study these truths, we gain hope for the future and fresh insights into His promises and blessings. We find that life doesn’t have to be a constant struggle–it can be an exciting adventure! This begins with us studying the Bible so we can learn about God, know His ways, and follow His awesome plan for our future.
Each lesson includes:
*Key Scripture: The main verse or passage on which the principle is based
*Life’s Questions: A brief teaching from Dr. Stanley that unpacks the principle
*What the Bible Says: Bible study questions to help readers explore the principle
*What It Means: Key takeaways to put into practice
*Life Examples: Practical questions to help readers apply the principle
*Living the Principle: A closing teaching on how to live out the principle
*Life Lessons to Remember: A summary of the takeaways for the lessonThis revised and updated edition includes new Bible study and reflection questions and a new leader’s guide to aid groups in going through the material together.
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Life Principles From Unforgotten Women Of The Bible
$16.99Add to cartA quick glance at Scripture reveals the same familiar stories we’ve heard before. But when we slow down and take the time to look, other stories start to stand out to us-stories of women who played a role in God’s great story of salvation. Not all of them are named. Some of them are only mentioned in a line or a phrase, but they were significant enough for their stories to be recorded in the Book of Life. By studying them, we can learn for ourselves what it means to live a legacy of faith-what it looks like to live a life that is worthy of being remembered.
Over six weeks, we’re going to study the stories of six of these lesser-known women of the Bible. None of them had much time in the spotlight. They are the supporting cast-the roles that get listed way down in the credits right before the makeup artists and the lighting crew. Yet they are woven into the tapestry of faith, and we should consider their stories significant because God says they are significant to him.
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*The five daughters of Zelophehad, who courageously claimed their inheritance.
*Huldah, who valued God’s Word and helped usher in revival.
*Abigail, whose words averted disaster and helped call King David into his destiny.
*The Widow of Zarephath, who wasn’t searching for God but discovered God was searching for her.
*Leah, the unloved sister who found acceptance in God’s presence and purpose
*Gomer, who discovered the power of God’s redeeming love.They aren’t the women of the Bible whose names always make the Sunday School list, but their lives mattered. Their stories matter. So does yours.
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Transforming The Heart
$16.99Add to cartThe purpose of this workbook is to assess, diagnose, and offer treatment through biblical principles to the affected ministry within the church, namely, the discipleship of men and
women. If the Great Physician were to give the Body of Christ a spiritual examination with regard to discipleship, would the diagnosis read, “Nurtured or Neglected: Thriving or Failing to Thrive?” -
Blessed Are The Chosen
$17.99Add to cartBlessed Are the Chosen is an eight-lesson interactive Bible study for individuals or small groups based on season 2 of the groundbreaking television show, The Chosen. This study brings both the Old and New Testaments to life in an approachable and conversational way.
This study guide works in tandem with each episode of the show and includes:
*A deeper look at God’s character, power, and promises using the framework of Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount
*Script excerpts, quotes, and illustrations from each episode
*Scripture to provide lesson context
*Pictures and bios of characters for increased connection
*Conversational features to invite Bible knowledge
*Guiding questions for group or individual discussion or reflectionOnce we belong to Him, we’re not only given a new identity; we’re ushered into a new reality–one that is sure, powerful, and life changing.
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*We have hope no matter our circumstances.
*We have assurances and resources, even in life’s trials.
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1 2 3 John And Jude
$14.99Add to cartThe Jeremiah Bible Study Series captures Dr. David Jeremiah’s forty-plus years of commitment in teaching the Word of God. In each study, he will help readers understand what the Bible says, what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what it means to them today.
Sections in each lesson include:
*Getting Started: An opening question to introduce readers to the lesson
*Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study
*Exploring the Text: The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions
*Reviewing the Story: Questions to help readers identify key points in the reading
*Applying the Message: Questions to help readers apply the key ideas to their lives
*Reflecting on the Meaning: A closing reflection on the key teachings in the lessonAlong the way, readers will gain insights into the text, identify key stories and themes, and be challenged to apply the truths they find to their lives.
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Faith Unhindered : Finding The Freedom To Trust God Completely
$12.99Add to cartSometimes during the upheavals of life, it feels as if there’s nothing to help you through your hardships, and the what-ifs and why-nots can hinder your faith. Pastor’s wife Debbie Ashley knows right where you are-she’s been there. Using her personal story as an example, she walks you through how to fully trust God during the most difficult times.
After Debbie became a wife and mom, she wanted to maintain the carefree family life of her childhood-and then her son was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. Overcome by the major readjustment in their lives, she grappled to find a faith that worked. But her spiritual well was dry. Where was God when these challenging things happened, and why didn’t He stop them?
Her Bible study Faith Unhindered: Finding the Freedom to Trust God Completely identifies eight specific life experiences that can cause women to stop believing God will help them:
– disappointment
– distraction
– the past
– fear
– loss
– rejection
– criticism
– bitternessEach chapter explores a woman in the Bible who experienced that same emotional challenge and then considers how she replenished her spiritual well, paving the way to understanding, acceptance, and application. With tools designed to strengthen women’s faith in God, this book includes study questions and journaling responses to document the discovery journey. A leader’s guide is available to facilitate small group discussion.
Don’t let your faith be hindered by life’s trials. Begin your spiritual trek today toward a refreshing wellspring of faith in God.
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Revelation : The Ultimate Hope In Christ
$14.99Add to cartWhen Dr. David Jeremiah prepares a sermon or teaching, at the forefront of his mind is helping people understand what the Bible says, what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what is means to us today. The Jeremiah Bible Study Series captures Dr. Jeremiah’s forty years of teaching employing this approach and will lead readers through each book of the New Testament, one chapter at a time. Along the way, readers will gain insights into the text, identify the key stories and themes, and be challenged to correctly apply the truths and meanings they find to their own lives.
Sections in each lesson include:
*Getting Started An opening question to introduce readers to the lesson
*Setting the Stage A short reflection to explain the context of the study
*Exploring the Text The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions
*Reviewing the Story Questions to help readers identify key points in the Scripture reading
*Applying the Message Questions to help readers apply the key ideas to their lives
*Reflecting on the Meaning A closing reflection on the key teachings in the lessonEach of the Bible studies in this series will help readers understand what the Bible says–particularly in its original context–and how to apply its teachings to their lives.
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Heart Of Racial Justice Bible Study
$12.00Add to cartFor Christians, pursuing racial justice and reconciliation begins with following Scripture and the voice of the Holy Spirit.
Transformation starts in each individual and community as we ask God to give us new eyes and hearts. These five studies, adapted by Steve Tamayo, are based on the groundbreaking book The Heart of Racial Justice by Brenda Salter McNeil and Rick Richardson. By focusing on key New Testament passages, readers will learn how the early church engaged with issues of reconciliation and how we can commit ourselves to discipleship, reading, prayer, community, and witness in alignment with God’s call. As companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical truths found in classic books. Each session features quotations from The Heart of Racial Justice matched with Scripture passages, reflection questions, and application ideas that will equip readers to connect the text to their own lives. A leader’s guide and list of suggested resources are also included.
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Gratitude : Giving Thanks In Life’s Ups And Downs – 8 Studies For Individua
$12.00Add to cartIn the busyness and challenges of daily life, it’s easy to put showing gratitude low on our priority list.
Yet Scripture continually reveals how important gratitude is for God’s people–in good times and bad. In this eight-session LifeGuide(R) Bible study, Dale and Sandy Larsen help us explore how giving thanks reminds us of what God has done, reorients us around God’s grace, and helps us enjoy good gifts instead of taking them for granted. Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, Gratitude encourages us to grow in trust and joy as we hold tight to God’s goodness in life’s ups and downs. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions–making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.
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2 Peter And Jude
$8.99Add to cartMake every effort to confirm your calling and election, 2 Peter 1:10 tells us. For if you do these things, you will never stumble However well we are running now, we all need to be aware of the danger of falling away–especially in today’s culture, where we are constantly bombarded by ideas contrary to the word of God. We are each responsible to hold on to the truth. The original readers of 2 Peter and Jude had come under the influence of false and immoral teachings, and these letters were written precisely to help us to stand firm in our faith.
These letters include serious warnings but also deep hope. It is through pursuing God, the one who keeps us from stumbling, and throwing ourselves on his mercy that we will make it to the end of the race. We can look forward to being presented before his glorious throne without fault and with great joy (Jude v 24).
These six studies take you step by step through 2 Peter and Jude, with questions that open up discussion, a focus on real-life application and ideas for prayer. The book also includes a leader’s guide.
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2 Peter And Jude For You
$16.99Add to cartWhen friends, family members, and even respected church leaders fall away from the faith, it is deeply sad and painful. But the reality is that we are all tempted to compromise our faith in one way or another. We all need to be careful not to fall.
Peter and Jude knew that first-hand. They wrote with a sense of urgency, showing a deep concern for the believers they were addressing. Their aim? To help their readers stand firm.
Verse by verse, pastor Miguel Nuez unpacks these two short letters, showing how they are still utterly relevant to us today–warning us where we may be in danger of stumbling and equipping us to stand firm in our faith.
This expository guide is less academic than a traditional commentary and includes lots of application. It can be read from cover to cover, used in personal devotions, or referred to as a resource for leading small groups or preparing sermons.
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Hearing God Bible Study
$10.00Add to cartHow can we hear and understand God’s voice?
For over thirty years, Dallas Willard’s Hearing God has helped thousands of readers learn to develop a conversational relationship with God. Now Hearing God Bible Study guides you deeper into biblical texts and themes that are woven throughout Willard’s beloved book. With these six easy-to-use studies, written by longtime spiritual formation author Jan Johnson, you will encounter what Scripture says about listening to God and what it means for you today. As companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical truths found in classic books. Each session features quotations from Hearing God matched with Scripture passages, reflection questions, and application ideas that will equip readers to connect the text to their own lives. A leader’s guide is also included.
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Bible In 52 Weeks For Men Small Group Workbook (Workbook)
$15.99Add to cartGather a study group and explore the entire Bible in one year
Studying the Bible with others helps you open yourself up to greater meaning and reflection than studying alone. This small group workbook guides Christian men through the entire Bible every week for one year. Together, you’ll explore prompts, questions, activities, and prayers that lead you from Genesis to Revelation.
*Written for men–Find thoughtfully curated discussion topics that focus on what it means to be a man of faith.
*Easy to manage–The readings are only a few pages long, paired with a schedule to fit every chapter of the Bible into 52 weeks.
*Opportunities to engage–Each week includes suggested passages to read, a short devotion, questions and exercises for the group, and a prayer to close each session.
Get to know the Word in a new light and strengthen your relationship with Christ with this group Bible study for men.
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Bible In 52 Weeks For Women Small Group Workbook (Workbook)
$15.99Add to cartGather a study group and explore the entire Bible in one year
Studying the Bible with others helps you open yourself up to greater meaning and reflection than studying alone. This small group workbook guides Christian women through the entire Bible every week for one year. Together, you’ll explore prompts, questions, activities, and prayers that lead you from Genesis to Revelation.
*Written for women–Find thoughtfully curated discussion topics that focus on what it means to be a woman of faith.
*Easy to manage–The readings are only a few pages long, paired with a schedule that fits a sampling of each chapter of the Bible into 52 weeks.
*Opportunities to engage–Each week includes suggested passages to read, a short devotion, questions and exercises for the group, and a prayer to close each session.
*Don’t forget the companion book–Use this workbook alongside The Bible in 52 Weeks: A Yearlong Bible Study for Women to practice your faith on your own and deepen your faith even further.
Get to know the Word in a new light and strengthen your relationship with Christ with this Bible study guide for women.
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Isaiah : Here Is Your God: 8 Studies
$8.99Add to cartIsaiah can seem intimidating. It’s a big book covering an extended timescale, full of unfamiliar names and places, and large sections can feel like alien territory.
But this book is full of good news. Isaiah enlarges our view of God, sharpens our understanding of salvation and illuminates our Bible reading. It comforts our fears and sorrows, and fuels our vision for the church and its mission. All the time, it points forward to Jesus. This is good news worth shouting about!
This Bible-study guide by pastor and author Tim Chester takes you through the book of Isaiah in a digestible and accessible way. Each study focuses on a key text, helping you to understand the shape of the book and see how its main themes work together. Includes application questions, ideas for prayer and a full leader’s guide. It can be used alongside the more detailed expository guide Isaiah For You.
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Isaiah For You
$17.99Add to cartIsaiah can seem intimidating. It’s a big book covering an extended timescale, full of unfamiliar names and places. You may be familiar with Isaiah’s vision of God’s holiness in chapter 6 or his description of the cross in chapter 53. But large sections can feel like alien territory.
But the book of Isaiah is full of good news. Forming a kind of bridge between the Old Testament and the New Testament, Isaiah enlarges our view of God, sharpens our understanding of salvation and illuminates our Bible reading. It points forward to Jesus and fuels our vision for the church and our mission. This is good news worth shouting about!
This expository guide by pastor and author Tim Chester takes you verse by verse through the text in a digestible and applied way. Each chapter focuses on a key text and shows how its themes play out in the surrounding passages, helping you to drill down into the details while also seeing the big picture. You’ll find ideas and challenges for application throughout, plus a helpful glossary at the back.
It is less academic than a traditional commentary and includes lots of application. It can be read from cover to cover, used in personal devotions, used to lead small group studies, or used for sermon preparation.
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Living By The Holy Spirit
$8.99Add to cartThe Father and Son gave believers the Holy Spirit to be with us and live in us. The transforming power of the Spirit conforms us to the image of Christ as we allow Him to work freely in our lives. Life in the Spirit accomplishes God’s hopes and dreams for your abundant living!The Holy Life Bible Study Series is a practical discipleship tool for both new and seasoned Christians. Author Frank Moore takes readers on a journey that unpacks theological truths of faith in a way that is both inspirational and motivating. He invites us to discover the incredible love of a God who empowers us to overcome any circumstance to live with joy, peace, and power-a God who calls us to take part in his divine nature. Each book in the series includes thought-provoking questions to stimulate discussion in a small-group study setting.
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Meeting God The Father
$8.99Add to cartGod created humanity in love. God placed humanity in a perfect environment with parental hopes and dreams for abundant living. Return to your roots and explore all God has in mind for you!
The Holy Life Bible Study Series is a practical discipleship tool for both new and seasoned Christians. Author Frank Moore takes readers on a journey that unpacks theological truths of faith in a way that is both inspirational and motivating. He invites us to discover the incredible love of a God who empowers us to overcome any circumstance to live with joy, peace, and power-a God who calls us to take part in his divine nature.
Each book in the series includes thought-provoking questions to stimulate discussion in a small-group study setting.
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Bible In 52 Weeks For Men
$16.99Add to cartLearn to live the lessons of the Bible for a more devoted, inspired year
Using the Bible to apply God’s lessons to everyday life is an integral part of being a Christian man. With The Bible in 52 Weeks for Men, you can develop a rewarding and lasting relationship with God. With in-depth lessons and practical applications tailored to men’s lives, you will cultivate a richer connection with God and His teachings over the course of a year. Get closer to Him with exercises and reading guides that walk you through each part of the Scripture.
Use this Bible study guide for:
*Manageable readings–With lessons that take just 15 to 20 minutes daily, you can create a routine for embracing God’s Word no matter how busy your schedule gets.
*Practical prompts–Contemplate God’s teachings and reinforce your commitment to Him with journal exercises that inspire reflection on relevant topics, like relationships, family, work, and health.
*Group discussion tools–Deepen your faith with your fellow Christians with prompts and thought-starters designed for larger groups.
Strengthen your connection with God and bring His Word into your life with The Bible in 52 Weeks for Men.
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Cease Striving Book 2 (Workbook)
$16.99Add to cartCease Striving 2 is written to every believer who has been in the performance-driven, program-oriented trap of living the Christian life. It has been written for those who have come to the end of themselves and are now willing to cry out to the Lord for help. Years of striving to live the Christian life have taken a toll.
Practically speaking, this workbook provides a detailed examination of the Book of Galatians. Paul admonishes the believers in Galatia who are struggling because false teachers have come in with the lie that man can be sanctified through his work of religious activity. Paul warns that adding anything to God’s work of grace, whether it’s Christ’s finished work on the cross or the work of grace continuing now by His Spirit through the ministry of His Word, is a different gospel. Salvation, whether one is talking about justification, sanctification, or glorification, is wholly a work of the LORD God by grace alone through faith alone. The sooner we know and realize this truth, we can cease striving and rest in Him. Not set up in a typical Following God Weekly/Daily format, but in Lessons to be divided as needed for study. Book 2 continues the in-depth study of Galatians 3:26 – 6:18
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1 Corinthians For You
$17.99Add to cartThe scope of 1 Corinthians is breathtaking. Paul tackles a huge variety of subjects, and as he does so, he gives us a precious insight into what a local church is (or at least can be).
As Andrew Wilson walks through this compelling, challenging epistle, you’ll see how grace looks in every Christian and how it can shape every church–even a church as flawed as the Corinthian one.
This expository guide is less academic than a traditional commentary and includes lots of application. It can be read from cover to cover, used in personal devotions, used to lead small group studies, or used for sermon preparation.
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1 Corinthians : The Grace-Changed Church – 8 Studies
$8.99Add to cartAndrew Wilson guides groups through the book of 1 Corinthians, showing how Paul’s encouragements and challenges to that church are to shape us as Christians today, both individually and as members of a local church.
Features close attention to the text, a focus on real-life application, and questions that really open up discussion, plus a comprehensive guide for leaders in the back.
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MacArthurs Quick Reference Guide To The Bible
$24.99Add to cartStudy the Bible Deeply, Faithfully, and Effectively
There is a big difference between simply reading the Bible and studying the Bible well, so it transforms your life. That difference often boils down to having the right resources not just to read but to understand and apply what you are reading to your life.
In MacArthur’s Quick Reference Guide to the Bible, noted pastor and teacher John MacArthur takes you through the key aspects of the Bible. This valuable companion to reading the Bible has been prepared to help you develop good Bible-reading habits and a better understanding of the depth and breadth of God’s Word.
For all 66 books in the Bible it highlights:
*Author and date
*Key people
*Background and setting
*Key doctrines
*Key aspects of how God’s character is illustrated
*How Christ can be found in that book
*Key words in the book
*Quick overview with a brief outline of contents
*Historical notes about what else what happening in the world when the book was written
*Frequently asked questions about the book
*Questions for reflectionOther valuable features include :
*”How We Got the Bible” section
*”How to Study the Bible” section
*”Chronology of the Bible” section
*Appendix with Quick Notes on Theology
*Chronology of Old Testament Patriarchs and Judges
*Chronology of Old Testament Kings and Prophets
*Timeline of the Ministry of Jesus Christ
*Index of Key WordsFilled with the fruit of decades of study and teaching MacArthur’s Quick Reference Guide to the Bible is an essential tool for anyone who wants to seriously study the Bible deeply, faithfully, and effectively.
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Life Of Jesus Christ (Revised)
$7.99Add to cartThe Life of Jesus Christ will help learners explore the Gospel of Mark, the important events in Jesus’s life, and some of his most pivotal teachings. Written in simple, everyday English, the 2-page lessons are specifically designed for people who are trying to learn or improve their English skills. The Life of Jesus Christ includes teaching resources such as:
*Fill-in-the-blank exercises
*Vocabulary lists at the end of each chapter
*Answers to questions of faith
*Additional Scripture references for further exploration
*An invitation to salvation in the final chapterESL Bible Study Series
The ESL Bible Study series is designed to disciple new Christians who are learning to speak English. Other books in the series include What Christians Believe, How Christians Grow, and Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL.
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Belonging : Accessibility, Inclusion, And Christian Community (Student/Study Gui
$12.00Add to cartGod created all of us for relationship with God and each other. Yet most people have felt left out at some point. For those with visible or invisible disabilities, attitudes and systems of ableism can particularly lead to deep hurt and barriers to fully participating in God’s kingdom work. We all miss out when any members of the body of Christ are not included. In this nine-session LifeGuide (R) Bible study, Deborah Abbs guides you to explore the deep love and acceptance of our heavenly Father and what it means for offering love and acceptance to one another. Through Old and New Testament stories and teachings on Christian community, we see how God responds in love to those who are often marginalized and excluded so that we too can welcome people of all different abilities. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions–making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.
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Church : Enjoying Gods Masterpiece: 8 Studies
$8.99Add to cartThis Bible-study guide explores the different images that the New Testament uses to describe the church, exciting every church member about what it means to be part of God’s people–his masterpiece to show his glory to the world and beyond.
Each study is designed to last between 1 and 1.5 hours, but can alternatively be split into two sessions. It contains ideas for starter discussions and activities, optional Explore more sections that draw links with the Old Testament, and a focus on practical application. A substantial leader’s guide is included in the back.
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Ezra Unleashing The Power Of Praise
$22.99Add to cartGod created us to be worshippers. Our worship is not defined in a corporate setting of our local church gathering but is found in the common places of our lives. It is the praise of our soul that weaves its way through the very fabric of our days from the kitchen sink to the boardroom table.
Through the Old Testament story of the people of Israel who are released from exile in Babylon, Ezra: Unleashing the Power of Praise is a powerful study of the book of Ezra, along with the minor prophet Haggai, to discover how to reorient your life of worship.
During this seven-week study, you’ll walk alongside the exiles, and their story will come to life as you experience their return to proper worship through not only the rebuilding of their temple, but the rebuilding of their lives from broken to beautiful. You’ll discover how they gained an identity in God to transform their hearts and minds for a life of worship, and you’ll also learn how to:
– break free from selfish desires;
– reorient your worship toward God through daily sanctification;
– recognize God in the everyday and listen to His voice;
– realize your identity in Him;
– keep your heart focused on God;
– identify misaligned worship.With guided Scripture reading, questions, and prayers, this study will revolutionize your view of worship and inspire you to live a life surrendered to God.
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Living In Gods True Story
$14.99Add to cartWe all need a reminder of the true story at the heart of the gospel.
In the face of false teachers and skeptics, Peter wrote his second epistle to remind his readers of God’s true story. They needed to be reoriented to the truth of their identity and status in Christ. Christians continue to experience similar challenges to our spiritual foundations today.
In Living in God’s True Story: 2 Peter, Donald L. Morcom shows that remembering the truth is the core theme of Peter’s second letter. In the midst of false alternatives, he encourages believers to live faithful lives that demonstrate love and wisdom. Though it may be short, 2 Peter is an impactful letter that explains how we can order our lives in accordance with God’s true story.
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Transformed In Christ
$14.99Add to cartIs your faith countercultural?
When he wrote his first epistle to the church in Corinth, Paul wanted to address two cultural issues that the Christians in the city were wrestling with: prosperity and entertainment. He urged the young believers struggling in the midst of Graeco–Roman society to live lives shaped by Christ. Believers today are not immune to these same worldly temptations the Corinthian church was facing.
In Transformed in Christ: 1 Corinthians, Ron Elsdon and William Olhausen show us how Paul uses the cross to define the distinctive patterns of life and behavior which Christians are called. The transformation that comes from cross–shaped wisdom is not a singular moment in a believer’s life, but a continual process of refinement. The result is a living, countercultural faith marked by discernment, wisdom, and love.
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Walking In Gods Wisdom
$14.99Add to cartGet wisdom, get insight (Prov 4:5)
The book of Proverbs is an invitation to get wisdom. But wisdom isn’t so easily defined or found. Without discernment, we can be swayed by teachers or sayings that sound wise, but true biblical wisdom is rooted in the fear of the Lord.
In Walking with God’s Wisdom, Benjamin T. Quinn calls us to hear and obey God’s wisdom found in Proverbs. These ancient words reveal a way of life exemplified in Jesus Christ. Quinn shows how even the most ordinary aspects of life are packed with importance for wise living before God.
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Long Obedience In The Same Direction Bible Study
$12.00Add to cartWe are surrounded by a society that idealizes quick results and stimulating experiences.
The Christian life, however, calls us to be not tourists but pilgrims–disciples committed to a long journey of faith. These six studies, based on Eugene Peterson’s bestselling A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, provide an accessible guide for growing in perseverance. Find encouragement in the Psalms to press on with qualities such as hope, repentance, patience, and joy. As companions to the IVP Signature Collection, IVP Signature Bible Studies help individuals and groups explore and apply biblical truths found in classic books. Each session features quotations from A Long Obedience in the Same Direction matched with Scripture passages, reflection questions, and application ideas that will equip readers to connect the text to their own lives. A leader’s guide and list of suggested resources are also included. -
Hebrews For You
$17.99Add to cartApplied expository guide to Hebrews-a book that shows us how and why Jesus is better than anything else.
We are all tempted to drift away from Jesus, but in the book of Hebrews God gives us an anchor: a detailed understanding of how and why Jesus is better than anything else.
Seminary professor Michael J. Kruger unpacks this rich book verse by verse. He explains the Old Testament background, gives plenty of application for our lives today, and shows us how Jesus is the fulfilment of all God’s work on earth. He encourages us to live by faith in Jesus-the only anchor for our souls.
This expository guide can be read as a book; used as a devotional; and utilized in teaching and preaching.
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Hebrews And Anchor For The Soul
$8.99Add to cartEight Bible studies which explore the book of Hebrews, stirring us to live by faith in Jesus.
Michael J. Kruger helps groups to unpack the rich book of Hebrews, section by section. He shows us how Jesus is the fulfilment of all God’s work on earth, encouraging us to live by faith in him-the only anchor for our souls.
Features close attention to the text, a focus on real-life application.
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Numbers : A Commentary In The Wesleyan Tradition
$32.99Add to cartHere in NBBC Numbers, the commentary completing the Old Testament portion of the New Beacon Bible Commentary series, we find the story of two generations of Israelites. The first, departing from Sinai, begins a wilderness journey that is marked by fickle faithfulness and failures; the second finds itself waiting on the plains of Moab on the verge of entering a land of promise. Themes such as God’s covenantal faithfulness to a rebellious people, his holiness, and the intercession of their servant leader, Moses, are carefully explored in this outstanding volume. Written by an incomparable team of scholars, this commentary delves into the literary forms, structural issues, and theological details found in this significant Old Testament book. This is truly another well-crafted addition to this pivotal commentary series.
The New Beacon Bible Commentary is an engaging, indispensable reference tool to aid individuals in every walk of life in the study and meditation of God’s Word. Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, it offers insight and perceptive scholarship to help you unlock the deeper truths of Scripture and garner an awareness of the history, culture, and context attributed to each book of study. Readable, relevant, and academically thorough, it offers scholars, pastors, and laity a new standard for understanding and interpreting the Bible in the 21st century.
Each Volume Features:
CONTEMPORARY NEW SCHOLARSHIP from notable experts in the Wesleyan
theological traditionCONVENIENT INTRODUCTORY MATERIAL, for each book of the Bible including information on authorship, date, history, audience, sociological/cultural issues, purpose, literary features, theological themes, hermeneutical issues, and more
CLEAR VERSE-BY-VERSE EXPLANATIONS, which offer a contemporary, Wesleyan-based understanding derived from the biblical text in its original language
COMPREHENSIVE ANNOTATION divided into three sections, which cover background elements behind the text; verse-by-verse details and meanings found in the text; and significance, relevance, intertextuality, and application from the text
HELPFUL SIDEBARS, which provide deeper insight into theological issues, word meanings, archeological connections, historical relevance, and cultural customs
AN EXPANDED BIBLIOGRAPHY for further study of historical elements, additional interpretations, and theological themes
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Hebrews : The Supremacy Of Christ
$14.99Add to cartWhen Dr. David Jeremiah prepares a sermon or teaching, at the forefront of his mind is helping people understand what the Bible says, what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what is means to us today. The Jeremiah Bible Study Series captures Dr. Jeremiah’s forty years of teaching employing this approach and will lead readers through each book of the New Testament, one chapter at a time. Along the way, readers will gain insights into the text, identify the key stories and themes, and be challenged to correctly apply the truths and meanings they find to their own lives.
Sections in each lesson include:
*Getting Started: An opening question to introduce readers to the lesson
*Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study
*Exploring the Text: The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions
*Reviewing the Story: Questions to help readers identify key points in the Scripture reading
*Applying the Message: Questions to help readers apply the key ideas to their lives
*Reflecting on the Meaning: A closing reflection on the key teachings in the lesson
Each of the Bible studies in this series will help readers understand what the Bible says-particularly in its original context-and how to apply its teachings to their lives.
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Ethnic Identity : Bringing Your Full Self To God
$12.00Add to cartDid you know that the Bible has a great deal to say about ethnicity? In this eight-session LifeGuide(R) Bible Study, Steve Tamayo takes us through passages that open us up to difficult yet important conversations about race, culture, and ethnicity. If ethnicity is a gift from God, engaging this material may deeply transform the way we interact with family, friends, and enemies.
Did you know that the Bible has a great deal to say about ethnicity? Through the Bible, God shapes the way we engage with ethnicity. A biblical perspective on ethnicity gives us confidence to explore our own ethnic identities. In this eight-session LifeGuide(R) Bible Study, Steve Tamayo takes us through passages that open us up to difficult yet important conversations about race, culture, and ethnicity. If ethnicity is a gift from God, engaging this material may deeply transform the way we interact with family, friends, and enemies. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.
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James : The Relationship Between Faith And Works
$14.99Add to cartWhen Dr. David Jeremiah prepares a sermon or teaching, at the forefront of his mind is helping people understand what the Bible says, what it meant to the people at the time it was written, and what is means to us today. The Jeremiah Bible Study Series captures Dr. Jeremiah’s forty years of teaching employing this approach and will lead readers through each book of the New Testament, one chapter at a time. Along the way, readers will gain insights into the text, identify the key stories and themes, and be challenged to correctly apply the truths and meanings they find to their own lives.
Sections in each lesson include:
*Getting Started: An opening question to introduce readers to the lesson
*Setting the Stage: A short reflection to explain the context of the study
*Exploring the Text: The Scripture reading for the lesson with related study questions
*Reviewing the Story: Questions to help readers identify key points in the Scripture reading
*Applying the Message: Questions to help readers apply the key ideas to their lives
*Reflecting on the Meaning: A closing reflection on the key teachings in the lessonEach of the Bible studies in this series will help readers understand what the Bible says-particularly in its original context-and how to apply its teachings to their lives.
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Self Giving Love
$14.99Add to cartHave this mind among yourselves…
Everyone needs examples. We all need mentors we admire and after whom we can pattern our lives. Without them, we will not mature.
Philippians is a letter full of good examples. Paul, Epaphroditus, and Timothy are all portrayed as exemplars. But none is more important than Jesus himself. In Self-Giving Love, Dean Flemming shows how Jesus and the story of his self-emptying love are the very heart of Philippians. This ultimate example provides a lens for clearly seeing the rest of the letter. By emulating Jesus’ radical love, we will become mature, foster unity, and find joy.
Self-Giving Love presents the message and themes of Philippians in a concise and accessible guide, with probing questions for reflection and discussion.
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Freed To Be Gods Family
$14.99Add to cartFamily provides community, identity, and shared values.
In the book of Exodus, God frees Israel from slavery to Egypt. But they are not left as orphans. Rather, the redeemed are made into a new family–God’s family. In Freed to be God’s Family, Mark R. Glanville argues that the central motif of Exodus is community. God wants a healthy, dynamic relationship with the redeemed. As family members, Israel is called to learn God’s ways and reflect God’s character to the world.
Freed to be God’s Family is a concise and accessible guide to the message and themes of Exodus. Each chapter keeps the big picture central and provides probing questions for reflection and discussion.