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Jesus said, 'Do this in remembrance of me' and it's time we take that prompting seriously. Jesus lived in community, dependent on God's lead, completely confident in his standing in eternity, unmoved by sin and its consequences, honestly compassionate for everyone, and he loved, deeply. We can too.

Based on Michael Todd's Crazy Faith comes the official workbook to discovering a complete trust in God and stepping out in life-changing faith.Faith is a word that's common in both our culture and the church. It's a word you've probably used many times. But what does it actually mean? How can you know if your life is being guided by faith or by fear? And how can you learn the kind of trust in God that seems...well, crazy?Crazy is a relative term, after all. There are many things that seem normal today that at one point in time sounded crazy. But our see-it-to-believe-it generation tends to have a hard time exercising true faithone that steps out, takes action, and sees mountain-moving results. Many of us would rather play it safe and stand on the sidelines.But it's crazy faith that helps us see God move and reveals his promises. Noah looked crazy when he started building the ark . . . until it started raining.In the Crazy Faith Workbook, bestselling author and pastor Michael Todd takes you deeper into how to step out in faith and dive into the purposeful life of trusting God for the impossible. Each of the eleven lessons in this workbook unpacks a potential stage in the faith journeyfrom baby faith to crazy faithto help you:Identify where you are in your personal faith journey.Learn how to see God's reality and be alert to his voice.Develop a deeper level of trust in God.And inspire crazy faith in others.Packed with Scripture reading, prayers, empowering stories, reflection questions, and plenty of room for you to write your responsesthis workbook will help you see the beauty of faith and that it's never too late to build it.Even if we have to start with baby faith or maybe faith, we can become empowered to let go of our lazy faith, trust God through our hazy faith, and learn to live a lifestyle of crazy faith.

It has been rightly said that "e;Jesus is the hope of the world."e; While we can never argue against the importance of the power of the risen Son of God, it is also true that "e;the local church is the hope of the world."e; After all, the church is the body of Christ. Jesus manifested himself through the church. And we, as the church, are chosen and called by God to be light in the darkness and give hope to the hopeless.For this reason, it is critical for the body of Christboth pastors and laypeople aliketo learn how to lead like it matters. In this study guide, which accompanies the book of the same name, pastor and bestselling author Craig Groeschel shares what he has learned in more than twenty-six years of leading LifeChurch. The church began in a borrowed two-car garage, with ratty furnishings and faulty audiovisual equipment, but people were drawn there because they sensed a powerful, life-changing force that Craig calls "e;it."e; While exactly what "e;it"e; is can be difficult to define, Craig reveals seven factors that contribute to it (or at least don't kill it):Sessions include: VisionDivine FocusUnmistakable CamaraderieInnovative MindsWillingness to Fall ShortHearts Focused OutwardKingdom-MindednessCraig also unpacks three important realms that every leader must master: (1) prioritizing mindset over model, (2) creating systems that empower it, and (3) finding a balanced way to lead to stay centered around it. While adopting these seven factors and realms will not guarantee a church will have that "e;it"e; factor, it will certainly lead that church toward it. It will help all of us lead like it matters.

In this six-session video study, author and pastor Jay Kim guides participants through Paul's letter to the Colossians, revealing what Paul's words meant to his readers and what they mean to us today.

In this six-session video study, author and pastor Jay Kim guides participants through Paul's letter to the Colossians, revealing what Paul's words meant to his readers and what they mean to us today.

What do you do when God seems to have vanished?When you have a decision to make, when your stability is shaken, when your sure-fire plan failswhen everything is spinning out of controlEsther is the perfect partner for seeing our invisible God in uncertainty. Though she lived centuries ago, Esther speaks to us when we run into limited control and resources. We find in her a strength and fortitude you and I need today. A strength we discover as we follow her process of listen, feel, do, and speak. We'll see that Esther carved a pathway, not only with faith but with influence, for all women who find themselves walking through uncertainty. This six-week, in-depth study of the book of Esther is a gritty dive into a woman's story that teaches us to:Listen to wise people who fill our gaps of understandingEmbrace your feelings as a catalyst for God-directed action.Do the work God assigns you even when in doubt.Speak up with confidence, knowing that God has a place for your voice in His story.This study guide includes biblical and historical background insights, Bible study, practical application, and questions for reflection.InScribed is a collection of studies that lead women to not just survive but thrive by encouraging them to immerse themselves in the Word of God.

Popular scholar and blogger, Scot McKnight, provides scholarly insight and practical application for Philippians and 1, 2 Thessalonians to help contemporary readers understand what it means to follow Jesus in today's culture.

Struggle well. Fight for progress. Know the One who has fought for you.The writer of Hebrews says that we are to "e;throw off everything that hinders"e; and run ';the race marked out for us' (Hebrews 12:1). We are called to action and empowered to struggle well. And yet, as we navigate life, we realize there are difficulties without and discouragements within. Not only do we feel ill equipped to thrive . . . we don't even know how to survive.In this six-session study, Ben Stuart will give you practical strategies to help you war against the enemy of your soul and find the rest that God has promised for you. You will discover how to overcome deceptive strategies the enemy aims at you. How to move away from aimless affections and toward things that develop intimacy with God. How to make a place, a time, and a plan for communicating with God each day. And how to keep in step with the Spirit.Life is hard, but there are promises to grip. Strategies and tactics to employ. Progress to be made. Are you ready?This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:The study guide itselfwith video notes, personal study and group discussion sections, and a guide to best practices for leading a group.An individual access code to stream all five video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!). Sessions and video run times include:FREED TO FIGHT (20:30)AWAY AND TOWARD (17:30)DOWNSTREAM AND UPSTREAM (21:00)CONSISTENCY AND CREATIVITY (19:30)FOCUS AND UNITY (20:30)KEEP IN STEP (20:30) Watch on any device!Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.

Who is not in need of a new beginning? Whether it be broken relationships, integrity missteps, or loss, most of us will spend some or much of the next year trying to restore something. The good news is . . . it's never too late for a new beginning.

In this twelve-lesson study guide, New York Times bestselling author and pastor John Hagee draws on Scripture to count down the prophetic events that characterize the end times and argues that time is indeed running out.

In this four-session video Bible study, John Mark Comer discusses the power of Satan's lies and encourages believers to take up the armor of spiritual warfare, make a stand, and fight back with God's truth.

The Alpha Youth Film Series is a perfect way to create an environment of acceptability where students can bring their friends to explore the Christian faith, ask questions, and share their point of view.

Kristy Cambron shares how a method of studying the Bible known as verse mapping revolutionized her time with God---and how it can do the same for you.

This guide is a companion to either the Alpha Film Series or Alpha with Nicky Gumbel. With simple, bullet-point organization and plenty of room for notes, the guide functions as an invaluable resource to guests during Alpha, and as a reference tool for individual reflection long after Alpha.

Nicky Gumbel offers responses to the tough questions that surround faith and Christianity in the modern world. This resource is suggested for all who are hosts or helpers for an Alpha small group. Nicky tackles such topics as: Why does God allow suffering? What about other religions? Is faith irrational? and more.

Alpha pioneer Nicky Gumbel addresses some of the foundational questions that challenge us all. Questions of Life is a step-by-step guide to the basics of the Christian faith by one of the world's most respected Christian leaders. Nicky explores key themes, questions, and objections to faith, leading us on a personal journey of discovery.

Nicky Gumbel has selected thirty fascinating passages from the Old and New Testament, accompanied by a challenging commentary and thoughtful prayer. Designed to be read over thirty days, this book guides the reader through the process of Bible study.

If you're planning to run Alpha, this handbook is a great resource to help you plan, prepare, and promote your course. This resource is especially helpful to the Alpha Administrator, or the person who carries the overall responsibility of running Alpha, leading the team and delegating the tasks.

Nicky Gumbel's A Life Worth Living, based on Paul's letter to the Philippians, is a practical and positive guide to uncovering a new heart, new purpose, new attitude and a new confidence to the way we live our lives. This book is especially written for those who are just starting out in the Christian life and is an ideal follow-up to Alpha.

In this engaging book, Nicky Gumbel takes a closer look at the Sermon on the Mount and presents, with his familiar mix of humor and wisdom, the life that Jesus wants us to live. This is an excellent resource for those who have just completed Alpha.

This booklet is a concise, easy-to-read study of the questions surrounding Jesus that your guests might be thinking when first attending Alpha. It is an effective evangelistic tool to pass out to guests at your services or at Alpha, sharing the gospel in a warm and relevant way. This booklet is specially designed for the Christmas season.

This booklet is a concise, easy-to-read study of the real questions surrounding Jesus that people might be thinking about at Easter: Who is Jesus? Why do we need him? Why does he matter to my life today? These booklets are an effective evangelistic tool to pass out to guests at your services, sharing the Gospel in a warm and relevant way.

This guide is a companion to either the Alpha Film Series or Alpha with Nicky Gumbel. With simple, bullet-point organization and plenty of room for notes, the guide functions as an invaluable resource to guests during Alpha, and as a reference tool for individual reflection long after Alpha. This resource is the large print edition.

This resource is recommended for Alpha small group hosts and helpers. It includes notes for the two required training sessions on how to lead an Alpha small group and how to lead prayer ministry. It also includes a weekly key concept summary and suggested questions to help guide the discussion time for each session of Alpha.

LIQUID is a DVD-based experience featuring five 10-minute episodes in each series, as well as a 112-page Reflection Guide with questions and leader's tips. Each episode introduces present-day characters whose problems and struggles mirror biblical stories, illustrating that God's word is as true today as it was when it was written.

Most people have prayed for something or someone in earnest, seeking God's will, only to be left confused by God's response. Sometimes we ask, ';Why would a good God allow bad things to happen to good people?' In Amazed and Confused, Heather Zempel tackles this question head-on by exploring the book of Habakkuk.When the prophet Habakkuk prayed that God would bring change to the backsliding nation of Israel, this issue came to the forefront. Habakkuk begged God for revival and that He would turn the hearts of faithless people back to Him.God's answer to Habakkuk was, ';Take a look at the nations and watch what happens! You will be shocked and amazed' (1:5, The Voice). The vision God gave Habakkuk was one of warfare and exile. How do you respond when God answers your prayers in a way that seems out of line with his character and promises?Amazed and Confused proceeds systematically through the book of Habakkuk, exploring the prophet's prayer, God's response, and the prophet's journey from confusion to worship. This interactive Bible study is the perfect choice for those who are hurting and confused about God's responses to their prayers.Features include:Helpful guidance on a question without an easy answerPractical tools for studying the Minor ProphetsEasy-to-understand, accessible language

The deepest longing of the human heart is to know and be known by God. God longs for an intimate relationship with us as well. But how do we develop that kind of relationship with a holy God? It is one thing to long for such a relationship, but quite another to experience intimacy with Him. In Leaving Ordinary, Donna Gaines shares from her personal experience how prayer can become the channel that links the believer's heart to the heart of God.God gave the pattern of the tabernacle to the Israelites. It was a temporary and portable dwelling for His glory. Through it God taught them how to approach and worship Him before He led them to their rewardthe promised land. Using the tabernacle and its articles as a guide, Donna teaches readers how to interact with God in that secret place of true intimacy that leads to worship. Your ordinary daily practice of prayer can become an extraordinary encounter with the living Lord. Leaving Ordinary is essential reading for anyone who desires to enter into and experience the reality of God's presence.As you read, you will: Explore the tabernacle and discover how it can be a guide for prayer today.Learn how to gain a stronger, more intimate relationship with God.Develop your own personal prayer testimony as you experience His presence.