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Linking Bible study to global mission and local service projects, this six-session small group resource enables congregations to discuss and act on the imperatives of scripture. DVD and Leader's Guide

Guides daily study (30 minutes) and preparation for discussion in the weekly group meeting

This book is excellent for individual reading or can be used as the small group study book for the Christianity's Family Tree DVD based study.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. This book provides something truly uniquea kind of orientation to Christianity in its wide array of forms that not only educates but inspires. It's one of the few books I wish every single Christian would read and share with their friends. - Brian McLaren, author of A New Kind of Christian In this wise and practical book, Adam Hamilton serves as a trusted guide to some of the rich diversity of Christian belief and practice. It is a rare feat to acknowledge differences and distinctiveness appreciatively, and Hamilton does it with exceptional grace and insight. - L. Gregory Jones, Dean and Professor of Theology, Duke Divinity School I love this book. Adam Hamilton teaches us that we are far richer than we know, because the beauty and the fullness of the whole church is ours. Read, learn, and be happy. - John Ortberg, author of God Is Closer Than You ThinkIn this book, Adam Hamilton presents a welcoming, inspiring vision of eight Christian denominations and faith traditions. Comparing the Christian family to our own extended families, he contends that each denomination has a unique, valuable perspective to offer on the Christian faith. The traditions he examines are Orthodoxy, Catholicism, Lutheranism, Presbyterianism, Anglicanism, Baptists, Pentecostalism, and Methodism. For each group, Hamilton gives a brief history, outlines major beliefs, and describes some things we can learn from that tradition to strengthen our own Christian faith. Also available is the planning kit for this video-based small-group study Christianity's Family Tree: What Other Christians Believe and Why. Adam Hamilton is pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection, one of the fastest growing, most highly visible churches in the country. Named by PBS's Religion and Ethics Newsweekly as one of the top ';Ten People to Watch,' Hamilton is the author of numerous video based small group studies and books from Abingdon Press.

Revised and fully updated, this volume explains the formative nature of worship and how it can revitalize lives. Hickman draws on five basic principles: God's Word is primary; active congregational participation is crucial; spontaneity and order are both important; worship should be relevant and inclusive; and worship is communion. This revision features updated resources including The Abingdon Worship Annual, The Abingdon Preaching Annual, and The Faith We Sing.

Our possessions can create unbearable weight and affect our ability to serve and thrive. How do we defy gravity and find freedom? In this 4-week small group study and stewardship campaign, pastor and author Tom Berlin explores what is required to sustain a vibrant life, what we need versus what we want, and what we can do to avoid being pulled into the orbit of materialism.

Is redemption possible for Ebenezer Scrooge? Pastor and author Matt Rawle believes so as he discovers the teachings of Jesus in the words of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Rawle dives deep into the dark, sad, greedy world of Scrooge and discovers a man in dire need of a second chance. Along with Scrooge, we meet the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future and in the process learn about living with and for others in a world blessed by Jesus. Rediscover and reinvigorate your Christian faith this Advent and Christmas season and look at this familiar classic through the lens of faith. The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the 4-week study for Advent, making use of the book and videos. Guide includes session plans and discussion questions, as well as multiple format options. Sessions include: Bah! Humbug! The Remembrance of Christmas Past The Life of Christmas Present The Hope of Christmas Future

Eight- to ten-week, in-depth, high-commitment Bible studies

Learn life lessons to wander into grace as a way of life.In Wandering into Grace, Bishop Laurie Haller explores ';wandering' as a way of life. Through the narrative of her 2018 trekking trip in Nepal, Haller shares her adventures alongside lessons for navigating difficult issues with grace, learning to adapt in a changing world, leading calmly, using collective wisdom to solve problems, serving others out of love, and the value of rest in order to be fruitful in the long haul. Through Haller's examination of experiences wandering high on the mountain, she encourages readers to look to God as the creator, sustainer, and original wanderer who leads and guards their life story.Product Features: Author shares her story of discovery and hope on the high Himalayan trails of Nepal. Readers learn life lessons through the lens of the author's ';wanderings'. Chapters explore six spiritual disciplines, waiting, negotiating, sustenance, loss, rebuilding, and rest.

The book of Proverbs invites people to grow in wisdom--biblical wisdom in order to journey down the right path.

The book of Proverbs invites people to grow in wisdom--biblical wisdom in order to journey down the right path.

Throughout the Bible, God interrupts the lives of ordinary men and women, calling and empowering them to lives of service they never could have imagined on their own!Discover how to hear and respond to the unique call God is placing on your life through the stories of ordinary people found in the Bible. Called will examine the lives of the Abraham, Samuel, Esther and Mary Magdalene, Jonah, and the beloved disciple. The same God that called these unlikely characters calls you, too, to bring hope and transformation to the world. The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the six-week study including session plans, activities, and discussion questions, as well as multiple format options.

"The Nutcracker" is a delightful and whimsical Christmas classic that children and adults look forward to every year. First performed in 1892, the music, dance, and story of this classic hold a special place in our cultural Christmas celebrations.In the Gift of the Nutcracker, Matt Rawle, author of The Redemption of Scrooge, explores the story to help us understand God's greatest gift of the Christ child, and the kingdom Christ came to establish.The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the four-week study, including session plans and discussion questions, as well as multiple format options.

"The Nutcracker" is a delightful and whimsical Christmas classic that children and adults look forward to every year. First performed in 1892, the music, dance, and story of this classic hold a special place in our cultural Christmas celebrations.In The Gift of the Nutcracker, Matt Rawle, author of The Redemption of Scrooge, explores the story to help us understand God's greatest gift of the Christ child, and the kingdom Christ came to establish.Additional components for a four-week study include a comprehensive Leader Guide, a DVD featuring Matt Rawle, a Worship Resources Flash Drive, and youth and children's resources.

In life and in death, Jesus' words were powerful and meaningful. Despite the serious effort and increased pain required for Jesus to speak as he hung on the cross, Jesus spoke seven ';final words'statements that have much to teach us about Jesus, his Father, and ourselves: Father Forgive Them Today You Will Be with Me in Paradise Behold Your SonBehold Your Mother My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me? I Thirst It Is Finished . . . Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit Postscript: The Words After ThatIn 24 Hours That Changed the World, Adam Hamilton took us on a Lenten journey through the last day of Jesus' life. Now in this inspiring follow-up book, Hamilton explores these final words as seen and heard through the eyes and ears of those who stood near the cross. Each chapter begins with the biblical account followed by a first-person story as might have been told from the viewpoint of one of the characters at the cross. Then the chapter explores the meaning of Jesus' dying words for our lives today. Following the last statement, a postscript recounts the words Jesus spoke following his resurrection, including what truly were the final words Jesus spoke while walking this earth. Join the crowd now and experience the final words from the cross. Final Words from the Cross offers six chapters/sessions plus a postscript chapter/session, so that classes have the option of a seventh session on Easter Sunday.

Jesus was a skilled storyteller and perceptive teacher who used parables from everyday life to effectively convey his message and meaning. Life in first-century Palestine was very different from our world today, and many traditional interpretations of Jesus' stories ignore this disparity and have often allowed anti-Semitism and misogyny to color their perspectives. In this Bible study based on her Short Stories by Jesus, Amy-Jill Levine analyzes these "e;problems with parables"e; taking readers back in time to understand how their original Jewish audience understood them. With this revitalized understanding, she interprets these moving stories for the contemporary reader, showing how the parables are not just about Jesus, but are also about usand when read rightly, still challenge and provoke us two thousand years later. This participant guide provides an introduction to the main text as well as further Scripture commentary and reflection questions.

Pastor Renfroe addresses common joy stealers and suggests how to overcome them by making five simple yet transformational decisions that, through the power of the Holy Spirit, will enable believers to have overflowing joy and be a continual blessing to others.

Enjoying life (zoe) in Christ comes in the choices we make moment-by-moment. Transparently sharing her struggles with anxiety, fear, and insecurity, Ginger Harrington invites women to discover how intentional choices made in the moment can become holy habits that open the door to healing and freedom. With a refreshing perspective, she shows that holiness isn't a rigid standard to keep but a gift to receive through a vital relationship with God, who makes us whole.Holy in the Moment explores the practical power of choices to grow in holiness without the pressure of perfectionism. Through gentle encouragement, biblical insights, and applicable ideas learn to discern feelings and overcome distractions and shame, adapt God's equation for obedience, live a praying life, discover methods for practicing holiness in parenting and the importance of rest, embrace biblical love and forgiveness, and understand how work becomes holy.Find healing and wholeness with simple choices to love God, embrace truth, and enjoy every moment of life with practical ways to be holy by choosing to trust God, rely on his wisdom, and live from his resources.

The study of the Book of Matthew follows Jesus from his birth through his life to his death and resurrection. Some of the major ideas explored are: dreams, do not fear, Lord help me, write your own parable, and this cup is My blood of the covenant.Leader Guide includes: A verse-by-verse, in-depth look at the Scriptures. Background material, including word studies and history of the biblical setting. Answers to questions asked in the Participant Book. Application of the Scripture to daily life situations. Discussion suggestions. A variety of study options. Practical tips for leaders to use.More than 3.5 million copies of the series have been sold.This revision of the Abingdon classic Genesis to Revelation Series is a comprehensive, verse-by-verse, book-by-book study of the Bible based on the NIV. These studies help readers strengthen their understanding and appreciation of the Bible by enabling them to engage the Scripture on three levels: What does the Bible say? Questions to consider while reading the passage for each session. What does the passage mean? Unpacks key verses in the selected passage. How does the Scripture relate to my life? Provides three major ideas that have meaning for our lives today. The meaning of the selected passages are made clear by considering such aspects as ancient customs, locations of places, and the meanings of words.The meaning of the selected passages are made clear by considering such aspects as ancient customs, locations of places, and the meanings of words. The simple format makes the study easy to use. Includes maps and glossary with key pronunciation helps.Updates will include: New cover designs. New interior designs. Leader Guide per matching Participant Book (rather than multiple volumes in one book). Updated to 2011 revision of the New International Version Translation (NIV). Updated references to New Interpreters Dictionary of the Bible. Include biblical chapters on the contents page beside session lesson titles for at-a-glance overview of biblical structure. Include larger divisions within the contents page to reflect macro-structure of each biblical book. Ex: Genesis 1-11; Genesis 12-50; Exodus 1-15; Exodus 16-40; Isaiah 1-39; Isaiah 40-66.The simple format makes the study easy to use. Each volume is 13 sessions.

The Book of Psalms study begins with a look at the hymns of praise and ends with the Psalms of confidence. Some of the major ideas explored are: God is the Creator of all, what does the Lord require of me, the diversity of the Psalms, responses to crisis, and the use of Psalms in worship.Leader Guide includes: A verse-by-verse, in-depth look at the Scriptures. Background material, including word studies and history of the biblical setting. Answers to questions asked in the Participant Book. Application of the Scripture to daily life situations. Discussion suggestions. A variety of study options. Practical tips for leaders to use.More than 3.5 million copies of the series have been sold.This revision of the Abingdon classic Genesis to Revelation Series is a comprehensive, verse-by-verse, book-by-book study of the Bible based on the NIV. These studies help readers strengthen their understanding and appreciation of the Bible by enabling them to engage the Scripture on three levels: What does the Bible say? Questions to consider while reading the passage for each session. What does the passage mean? Unpacks key verses in the selected passage. How does the Scripture relate to my life? Provides three major ideas that have meaning for our lives today. The meaning of the selected passages are made clear by considering such aspects as ancient customs, locations of places, and the meanings of words.The meaning of the selected passages are made clear by considering such aspects as ancient customs, locations of places, and the meanings of words. The simple format makes the study easy to use. Includes maps and glossary with key pronunciation helps.Updates will include: New cover designs. New interior designs. Leader Guide per matching Participant Book (rather than multiple volumes in one book). Updated to 2011 revision of the New International Version Translation (NIV). Updated references to New Interpreters Dictionary of the Bible. Include biblical chapters on the contents page beside session lesson titles for at-a-glance overview of biblical structure. Include larger divisions within the contents page to reflect macro-structure of each biblical book. Ex: Genesis 1-11; Genesis 12-50; Exodus 1-15; Exodus 16-40; Isaiah 1-39; Isaiah 40-66.The simple format makes the study easy to use. Each volume is 13 sessions.

The lives of moms are all too often consumed with wearisome, empty striving. We work to keep up appearances, meet worldly standards, and find satisfaction in the offerings of this life such as success, admiration, and ease. However, God has set eternity in a mother's heart, and deep inside, we long for more. In Heavenly Minded Mom, author and blogger Katie Bennett beckons us into a new way of viewing our present reality by rising above the ordinary and routine to see a bigger plan and purpose for motherhood.This uplifting book offers moms the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, wrapped in the hope of the Gospel, and presented in bite-sized portions. The 90 compelling meditations, scripture readings, and invitations to journal and reflect, will encourage us to reevaluate how we envision our lives and to claim a heavenly mindset towards our mothering tasks. These inspirational readings will help us discover a new way of looking at our responsibilities as a mom through God's eyes.Embrace a simpler life filled with God's promises and love as you reflect on God's powerful work as it has woven through your past and present in anticipation of its impact in the future and your spiritual legacy.

"e;A Woman Overwhelmed"e; is a phrase with which many women can relate. But what would happen if we could see the insanity in our pace and embrace our overwhelming God?There is a reason they say that a woman's work is never done because it isn't! As women, we often are overwhelmed by the demands and circumstances of life, resulting in stress, fear, worry, impatience, fatigue, frustration, and even depression. The truth is that we were created to be overwhelmed . . . not by life but by God! When we learn to be overwhelmed by God, the fruit in our lives goes from rotten to fragrantfilling our days with peace, hope, love, and joy.In A Woman Overwhelmed, best-selling author Hayley DiMarco shares biblical insights and personal stories to offer a glimpse at the comedy of an overwhelmed life while encouraging us to discover the depths and heights of God's love and power.Be empowered to find freedom in becoming overwhelmed with who God isby learning to focus on what we know about God so that we can hold onto faith even when it seems that all is lost. For it is when an overwhelmed woman gives up the mission of me and exchanges it for the mission of God that being overwhelmed becomes a good thing.Choose to bask in the abundance of the Father instead of the abundance of life as his unfathomable depths can surely replace our fathomable messes.

All Earth Is Waiting invites readers to explore the familiar Advent themes of hope, preparation, joy, and peace with the heavens and earth in mind. Through her powerful and personal reflections, author Katie Z. Dawson calls us to consider how all creation longs for the coming of Christ, taking seriously the notion that the good news of Christ is good news for all the world. Anticipating in Christ's birth the reconciliation of the heavens and the earth, Dawson highlights the responsibility to care for this earth in preparation for Christ's return. This thematic Bible study is designed to be used by individuals and small groups during Advent. Each chapter offers questions for reflection and discussion, a brief prayer, and a focus for the week that will encourage readers to engage a specific act of creation care that will help them apply the week's lesson.Also included are Advent candle lighting liturgies, a Call to Worship, a Prayer of Confession that can be used throughout Advent, and hymn suggestions for each chapter. These can be used for small group worship opportunities or in corporate worship. The book's chapters include: The Source of Hope Clear the Way Discovering Joy The Peace of the World The Reconciliation of Heaven and Earth

In this session students will explore what it meant to be followers in the early church. Using both scripture and historical knowledge of how churches would have functioned they will discover similarities and differences between the early church and churches today. (Luke, Acts)A Deep Dive into the Story of GodFathom is a Bible study for teens that covers the Old and New Testaments in 18-4 session studies. The lessons are a blend of narrative and traditional theological approaches to understanding the Bible story. Each lesson will focus on one passage that will launch into the larger context of God's story being studied, and how that story is meant to be theirs. Fathom is suitable for groups with middle schoolers, high schoolers, and any combination of the two. But unlike many other resources, it acknowledges the differences between older and younger youth and the way they learn. It provides activities specific to each age group, as well as activities for mixed groups in which older youth have leadership opportunities. Fathom gives leaders the option to let youth take ownership of their learning through teaching and leading alongside adults. Fathom creates space and tension for teens to wrestle with how to interpret and experience the Bible.Through youthministrypartners.com, leaders will have access to planning and teaching tools, customizable content, and other supplemental content to support their use of Fathom as well as their youth ministries in general.

The Coming of Jesus is a journey through some of the key Old Testament scriptures that shape our beliefs about the specific events leading to the birth of Jesus. As you compare these scriptures to the New Testament fulfillment's, may you join those first disciples in saying, "Weren't our hearts on fire when he explained the scriptures for us?" (2 Samuel, Jeremiah, Isaiah, Ezekiel, Matthew, Luke)A Deep Dive into the Story of GodFathom is a Bible study for teens that covers the Old and New Testaments in 18-4 session studies. The lessons are a blend of narrative and traditional theological approaches to understanding the Bible story. Each lesson will focus on one passage that will launch into the larger context of God's story being studied, and how that story is meant to be theirs. Fathom is suitable for groups with middle schoolers, high schoolers, and any combination of the two. But unlike many other resources, it acknowledges the differences between older and younger youth and the way they learn. It provides activities specific to each age group, as well as activities for mixed groups in which older youth have leadership opportunities. Fathom gives leaders the option to let youth take ownership of their learning through teaching and leading alongside adults. Fathom creates space and tension for teens to wrestle with how to interpret and experience the Bible.Through youthministrypartners.com, leaders will have access to planning and teaching tools, customizable content, and other supplemental content to support their use of Fathom as well as their youth ministries in general.

A deeper dive into understanding the key themes and story-lines of the Bible.

A deeper dive into understanding the key themes and story-lines of the Bible.

A deeper dive into understanding the key themes and story-lines of the Bible.

When did being "e;too busy"e; and "e;going through the motions"e; become a way of life? It's no surprise that the rush between meetings and e-mails, sports practices and church functions is tiring, even exhausting. It's time to stop running and start following.Jesus's call to "e;Follow Me"e; was not just an invitation to faith; it was a prescription for living well. Walking through the seven "e;Follow Me"e; statements in the Gospel of Matthew, author Josh Moody explores Jesus's teachings of hope, life, truth, freedom, humility, greatness, and glory in 7 Days to Change Your Life. In each statement and with each teaching, Jesus gets closer to Calvary and closer to the cross, and you get closer to finding a focus for your lifeno matter how hectic it may be.Although following Jesus is not a new concept to believers, following Jesus completely becomes difficult when life moves faster and faster. Organized to be read a chapter a day, Josh meets you in your busy, hectic schedule and reveals a biblical plan to revitalize your life in as little as seven days. Endorsements: ';Wonderfully accessible and culturally relatable, the book isdestined to draw believers young and old to a fuller andever-flourishing relationship with the King of Kings. A must read!' ~Harold B. Smith, President and CEO, Christianity Today';I am confident that readers will find real guidance and genuineenablement in the pages of this thoughtful and readable volume. It isjoy for me to commend this new work.' ~ David S. Dockery, President,Trinity Evangelical Divinity School';At the risk of sounding simplistic he tells us that the way to startagain or to experience a revitalization is to change your mind aboutwhat you've been doing and rethink where you're wanting to go. Buthere's the point - this change of mind is linked to Jesus and therevitalized life is called ';Following Jesus.'' ~ Stuart Briscoe,Speaker, Author, Broadcaster on ';Telling the Truth' ';The biggest need in the church today is for more disciples. Nothipper preachers, or dazzling worship, or even stunning sanctuaries. Thebiggest need is for more believers to follow after Jesus and becomeauthentic disciples. Josh Moody has provided a great service to thechurch in that pursuit with 7 Days to Change Your Life. Absorb itscontents, meditate on its message and learn more exactly how to leaveyour past behind and experience a future walk that is life-changing.' ~J. Paul Nyquist, President, Moody Bible Institute, Chicago, IL';Pastor Josh Moody's new book, 7 Days to Change Your Life, could dojust that. Its relentless focus on what it means to follow Jesus is theright prescription for all such readers. In fact, seven days with thisbook will be life-changing for any and all who are willing to embraceits godly counsel.' ~ Duane Litfin, President Emeritus of WheatonCollege';In 7 Days to Change Your Life, Josh Moody makes a bold promise oflife change... and delivers it. Josh invites us to follow Jesus as thedisciples he has called us to be. In this accessible volume, you'll beable to jump in quickly but still come out changed.' ~ Ed Stetzer, BillyGraham Distinguish Chair, Wheaton College ';This rich seven day curriculum brings to sharp focus and creativeapplication that transformational discipleship so necessary for both theindividual believer and the corporate church body.' ~ David Bruce,Executive Assistant to Billy Graham, Billy Graham EvangelisticAssociation';Are you weary in your walk with the Lord? Has it become routine,mundane, joyless? In this book, you will find a challenge to startagain a 7 day plan that is guaranteed to renew, refresh and redirectyour relationship with the Savior. If you are ready to respond whenJesus says, ';Follow Me,' then open the pages of this book and get readyfor the journey of a lifetime!' ~ Janet Parshall, Nationally SyndicatedTalk Show Host';Josh Moody creatively and compellingly makes the case that followingChrist is the heart of discipleship. From biblical texts and themes,and from his own experience he guides us to new depths of understandingand faithful motivation as followers of Jesus in every-day life.' ~Dennis P. Hollinger, Ph.D., President & Colman M. MocklerDistinguished Professor of Christian Ethics, Gordon Conwell TheologicalSeminary';As Christians, we too often separate our activities such assharing the gospel, doing justice and caring for others from our innerspiritual journey. By focusing on virtues such as hope, humility andtruth, Josh Moody bridges this gap. He encourages us to be contemplativeactivists, having both deep roots and wide branches.' ~ Alec Hill,President Emeritus InterVarsity Christian Fellowship';Josh Moody is a Biblical scholar and a pastor who loves the peoplehe serves. In his book, he uses the structure of a 7-day week toprovide an insightful and thoughtful understanding of our role asdisciples of Christ. In so doing, he reminds us of the importance ofknowing the Jesus we serve, understanding the depth of His love for us,and experiencing the reality of having a relationship with Him for nowand eternity. When the week is over, the reader will have a new andrefreshed understanding of their Lord and Savior.' ~ C. William Pollard,Chairman, Fairwyn Investment Company';Taking his point of departure from Jesus' seven ';Follow me!'statements in Matthew's Gospel, Josh Moody beckons you to follow him on a7-day journey to revitalize your life a time to reflect, refocus, andbe refreshed spiritually. Highly recommended!' ~ Andreas Kostenberger,Author of Excellence, Founder of Biblical Foundations (www.biblicalfoundations.org), and Ministry Council Member of The God-Centered Life';Pastor Josh Moody creatively weaves together themes from several keyNT texts to exhort and encourage Christians to pursue a God-honoring,Christ-exalting lifestyle.' ~ Douglas J. Moo, Wessner Chair of BiblicalStudies, Wheaton College; Chair, Committee on Bible Translation';We forget so easily who we are as Christians and what we are calledto do. Moody reminds us afresh what it means to be a follower of Jesus. In a profound and yet simple way we are addressed anew by Jesus Christhimself as Moody unpacks the call to discipleship.' ~ Thomas R. Schreiner, James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New TestamentInterpretation, Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist TheologicalSeminary';I love the idea of a seven-day personal revival and recommitment ofwhat it means to truly follow Jesus! Josh Moody is going against thetide of endless technology and communication by challenging us to turnoff our phones and TVs at home and to ponder God's Word, grow in graceand truth, and walk in the footsteps of our Savior.' ~ Trevin Wax, Bibleand Reference Publisher for LifeWay Christian Resources, author of ThisIs Our Time, Gospel-Centered Teaching, and Counterfeit Gospels';Josh Moody offers the church a great gift in this engaging andtimely call to radical Christian discipleship. Filled with biblicalinsight and pastoral wisdom, 7 Days to Change Your Life provides a clearand Christ-centered roadmap to the abundant life. If we desire tofollow Jesus in the midst of our current cultural pressures, we cannotafford to ignore his appeal.' ~ David Setran, Price-Lebar Chair ofChristian Formation and Ministry, Wheaton College';Josh Moody provides a unique look at what it means to follow Jesus,using thoughtful illustrations from a wide historical and culturalspectrum. In Seven Days to Change Your Life, new believers will acquire adeeper understanding of true discipleship, and seasoned saints willfind fresh zeal to persevere.' ~ Lydia Brownback, author, Finding God in My Loneliness and A Woman's Wisdom';A mine of biblical wisdom interwoven with pastoral experience andtheological insightfulness to refocus our journey on a God-centeredlife.' ~ Leonardo De Chirico, Pastor and theologian, Rome (Italy),director of the Reformanda Initiative';This wonderful Bible-centred book is a fabulous example of how tofollow Jesus as God's Word shows us, showing how its clear teachingtransforms our lives in a profoundly practical and entirelylife-changing way.' ~ Christopher Catherwood, Historian, Writer, andAuthor of Martyn Lloyd-Jones: His Life and Relevance for the 21stCentury ';7 Days to Change Your Life by Josh Moody is a rich devotional bookwritten by a theologian pastor who is gospel-centered, culturally-savvyand discipleship-driven. This devotional book is not a surfacelight-read for the casual fan of Jesus, but a thorough exposition of thecall to follow Jesus. Read this book and be informed, enriched andtransformed.' ~ Jim Tomberlin, Author, Founder of MultiSite Solutions"e;Dr. Josh Moody provides a much-needed devotional guide in this dayand age for a world which desperately craves and needs spiritualguidance but may not know it. Beautifully written like a parable, thishelpful book, structured around the number 7 (the 7 days of Creation,Jesus's 7 signs, his 7 'follow me' and 'I Am' statements, the 7 Churchesof Revelation)...refocuses the attention on what is most important.' ~Allen Yeh, Associate Professor of Intercultural Studies &Missiology, Biola';There is a lot of confusion in the evangelical church about what ittruly means to follow Jesus. Many Christians talk about the call todiscipleship, but in the midst of our busy lives many of us fail toconsider what the Bible says about this call. So turn away fromdistractions and let Josh Moody help you see anew what John's Gospel andRevelation teach us about this simple call and lifelong challenge. Youwill benefit tremendously from this renewed vision of what it means tobe a disciple of Jesus.' ~ Chris Bruno, author, The Whole Message of the Bible in 16 Words; The Whole Story of the Bible in 16 Verses';Josh Moody is a pastor, a scholar, and, above all, one who wants tolove and follow Jesus Christ. With this book, he guides us on a journeythat stirs, refreshes, and challenges. I believe you will find this bookto be thoughtful, encouraging, insightful, and penetrating. No matterwhere you are on the path of knowing Jesus Christ, this will be abeneficial tool.' ~ Curtis Cook, Pastor of Hope Fellowship Church,Cambridge, MA

This unique short-term Bible study combines an in-depth look at Scripture, American history, and the music and lyrics of six African American spirituals. The six-session study provides biblical, social, and historical analyses of the spirituals: 'Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit,"e; "e;This Lonesome Valley,"e; "e;Bow Down on Your Knees,"e; "e;Plenty Good Room,"e; ';Ain't Dat Good News,"e; and "e;Were You There?"e; Marilyn E. Thornton wrote all-new lessons appropriate to the season. Leader helps can be found in the book providing discussion questions and activities. Plenty Good Room is a powerful resource for small groups, Sunday schools, choir groups, and any setting where persons seek to enrich their devotional and spiritual experience through God's Word and music.

From his beginnings as a humble carpenter to his all-important role as the earthly father of Jesus Christ, Joseph's place in the nativity story is sometimes overlooked but contains valuable lessons for all of us. Join Adam Hamilton as he examines Christmas through the eyes of Joseph. Absent from much of the biblical narrative, Joseph never spoke a word, but his courageous actions were crucial to the birth of Christ and God's salvation plan for humanity.As you read this book, you will understand how Joseph's story is much like our own. In life, we encounter circumstances that we would never have chosen for ourselves. At times it can be tempting just to walk away. Joseph provides us a great example of humbly obeying God even when we don't understand and faithfully moving forward in the strength that God provides.Exchange your doubt for courage this Advent and Christmas season. Learn to accept and glorify God's will even when circumstances make it difficult to do so.Additional components for a four-week adult study include a comprehensive Leader Guide and a DVD featuring author and pastor Adam Hamilton. Chapter topics include: A Carpenter Named Joseph Whose Child Is This? Raising a Child Not Your Own The Journey to Bethlehem The Rest of the Story