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The Easter season is full of joy, celebration, and life. It's so easy to get swept up in the busyness of plays and pastels that we sometimes forget to stand in awe of Jesus this time of year. Easter: Behold Your King is a thoughtful look at the Easter season, focusing on the events and deeper theological meaning of the Passion Week. Diving into topics like: Old Testament prophecy that connects to Jesus as the Messiah, the significance of the events of Palm Sunday through the silence of Holy Saturday, and Jesus' appearances after His resurrection, this study will not only help the reader understand how beautifully deep Christ's sacrifice for us was, but also how to live in light of these life-giving truths. This resource will also include Easter activities to help kids, students, and adults celebrate the season together. Features: Leader helps for group discussionBeautiful 4 color interior to enhance the study experience4 weeks of personal study to be completed between the 5 group sessionsSpecific Easter activities for kids, students, and adults Benefits: Understand the order and theological significance of the events and big moments during the Passion Week, including the Old Testament prophecies that connect to it, seeing it as more than just a familiar story.Allow a deeper understanding of Easter to fuel your worship of and love for Christ.Understand the important implications that Jesus' work during Passion Week brings to bear on your everyday life.Learn about the hope the Easter season brings us and be equipped to share that hope with others.

Kingdom Politics Bible Study Book with Video Access includes printed content for six sessions, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, "How to Use This Study," a leader guide, and tips for leading a group. Many Christians love to talk about politics, but the current conversation is often full of contentious words that divide our churches and families. In this Bible study based on the book, Kingdom Politics, Dr. Tony Evans takes a step back to find foundational Bible principles for integrating politics into our daily lives. He challenges readers to incorporate all of Scripture when addressing divisive issues, forcing us to look at political issues we may have neglected. When we see government holistically from God's point of view, we can learn to speak with grace when we disagree with family and friends. We can maintain our political affiliations without causing divisions in our church. And with those who don't share our opinions, we can still share the compassion and love of Jesus Christ. Session Topics: Ruler of the Nations The Purpose of Government Foundations for Kingdom Government The Values of the Kingdom The Responsibility of Kingdom Citizens The Strategy for Kingdom Transformation Features: Six small group sessions Personal studies for ongoing spiritual growth Six teaching videos featuring author (included with purchase) Leader guide Promotional video Benefits: See God as the ruler over every nation and every level of government. Understand the purpose of government from a kingdom perspective. Learn the biblical principles that form the basis of every human government. Confirm the types of issues that Christians should concern themselves with in the political arena. Participate in the city of men with an eye towards the kingdom of God. See how to engage and be active on issues that matter the most. Discover a strategy for kingdom transformation.

Freedom is something everyone wants but few truly experience. It's also understood differently by various people and cultures. But what does the Bible mean when it says that we're free? After all, it is "for freedom" that Christ set us free. The kind of freedom that Jesus offers is not the absence of constraint, or license, or personal autonomy. It's a deeper and more liberating freedom. It's the freedom from the slavery of sin, shame, and the law. It's the power that unites us to Christ and allows us to serve others in love. It's the settled confidence that comes from knowing we are adopted children of the King of the universe. It's what all the world wants that Jesus promised and is giving us daily in the gospel. Session Topics: 1. Free to Believe 2. Free to Contend 3. Free to Continue 4. Free to Identify 5. Free to Live 6. Free to Do Good Features: ● Six small group sessions ● Five-day concise reading plans each week ● Open, inviting design ● Guide for group discussion ● Questions for reflection ● Opportunities to memorize Scripture ● Call-outs and study features to help participants understand the story of the Bible Benefits: ● Get a Christian definition of freedom that serves as a basis for the Christian life. ● Reassess what gospel freedom means for you. ● See the benefits of the gospel applied to your life through a popular and easy-to-understand New Testament letter. ● Experience adoption and the freedom that comes from knowing that you are a fully loved and accepted child of God. ● Understand that there is no other gospel than the one Jesus offers, and that's a good thing for all of us. ● Let go of unhealthy spiritual attitudes or rhythms that have been keeping you from the blessings of the gospel that Jesus died to give you. ● Live to bear fruit of the spirit. ● Be encouraged to bear and share the burdens of others within the family of God. ● Love and serve others the way God intended for you. ● Realize that the freedom you have is not autonomy or the absence of constraint (nor a license to live however you want) but a deep and abiding commitment to serve God and love others.

Turn. Turn. Turn. It often feels like life is spinning at a dizzying rate. All things ever seem to do is change. And just as soon as we get our footing, the ground shifts under us again. How can we keep our balance in such a disorienting world? Through this 8-session Bible study, Hannah Anderson invites us to consider the wisdom of Ecclesiastes afresh as we search for a solid foundation for life under the sun. Together, we'll learn to name our anxieties, concerns, and disappointments. We'll discover how Ecclesiastes is more than self-help or good advice--how it frees us to ask the questions that Jesus Himself will eventually answer. And through its raw honesty and unflinching commitment to goodness, we'll find hope in the One who guides all days under the sun. Features: 7 weeks of personal study to complete between 8 weeks of group sessions Call-out boxes for historical and cultural context Tools for understanding wisdom literature and the literary structure of Ecclesiastes Benefits: Discover a model for doubt that moves away from despair to faith in God's faithfulness. Be empowered to voice your frustrations, questions, and fears about life. Experience the freedom that comes from accepting your limits and fixing your eyes on our limitless God. Gain greater knowledge of the book of Ecclesiastes and the genre of wisdom literature.

In this 12-volume series, each 30-day devotional will point to the unchanging truth of God's love and anchor students in His Word as they walk through the seasons of change and milestones that come with each passing year. Students will learn to Discover God's Word, Delight in the Lord, and Display God's work in their lives. Discover (Identity + Theology): Who is God? Who am I in light of who God is? These are two of the most important questions students can grapple with because in discovering who God is, they learn who He has meant for them to be. Studies within the Discover category will help students align their lives under God's rule which will give them confidence in who they were created to be. Delight (Spiritual Disciplines): What does it mean to delight in God? What leads to delight in God? Helping students see God in every detail teaches them to delight in Him. When students find their delight in God, they will learn what it means and how to be in relationship with Him. Display (Leadership, Mission, + Disciple Making): How do students display the glory of God? How do they help others grow in their relationship with Him? How can they lead others to display the truth of God? Through students learning to lead, live on mission, and make disciples, God's glory is on display and His kingdom is expanded. Each book includes 30 daily devotions, applicable Scripture, prayer prompts, and practical application.

In this 12-volume series, each 30-day devotional will point to the unchanging truth of God's love and anchor students in His Word as they walk through the seasons of change and milestones that come with each passing year. Students will learn to Discover God's Word, Delight in the Lord, and Display God's work in their lives. Discover (Identity + Theology): Who is God? Who am I in light of who God is? These are two of the most important questions students can grapple with because in discovering who God is, they learn who He has meant for them to be. Studies within the Discover category will help students align their lives under God's rule which will give them confidence in who they were created to be. Delight (Spiritual Disciplines): What does it mean to delight in God? What leads to delight in God? Helping students see God in every detail teaches them to delight in Him. When students find their delight in God, they will learn what it means and how to be in relationship with Him. Display (Leadership, Mission, + Disciple Making): How do students display the glory of God? How do they help others grow in their relationship with Him? How can they lead others to display the truth of God? Through students learning to lead, live on mission, and make disciples, God's glory is on display and His kingdom is expanded. Each book includes 30 daily devotions, applicable Scripture, prayer prompts, and practical application.

Love is bigger than what we feel. It's not an emotion or a romantic desire, and it's not just a way to sign your name to a letter or a Valentine's Day card. Love is a choice that has layers, and it goes beyond how we feel. We hear of people falling in and out of love all the time, but God's love never changes. And it's from His love for us that we are able to give love back to Him, as well as to our families, our friends, and the people we date. This way of looking at love might seem intimidating at first glance, but the good news is that God gives us everything we need to love Him and others well--including love itself. In this 30-day devotional, we'll break down the different types of love, and we'll learn how we can choose love God's way.   ​In this 12-volume series, each 30-day devotional will point to the unchanging truth of God's love and anchor students in His Word as they walk through the seasons of change and milestones that come with each passing year. Students will learn to Discover God's Word, Delight in the Lord, and Display God's work in their lives.     Discover (Identity + Theology): Who is God? Who am I in light of who God is? These are two of the most important questions students can grapple with because in discovering who God is, they learn who He has meant for them to be. Studies within the Discover category will help students align their lives under God's rule which will give them confidence in who they were created to be.     Delight (Spiritual Disciplines): What does it mean to delight in God? What leads to delight in God? Helping students see God in every detail teaches them to delight in Him. When students find their delight in God, they will learn what it means and how to be in relationship with Him.     Display (Leadership, Mission, + Disciple Making): How do students display the glory of God? How do they help others grow in their relationship with Him? How can they lead others to display the truth of God? Through students learning to lead, live on mission, and make disciples, God's glory is on display and His kingdom is expanded.     Each book includes 30 daily devotions, applicable Scripture, prayer prompts, and practical application. 

In this 12-volume series, each 30-day devotional will point to the unchanging truth of God's love and anchor students in His Word as they walk through the seasons of change and milestones that come with each passing year. Students will learn to Discover God's Word, Delight in the Lord, and Display God's work in their lives. Discover (Identity + Theology): Who is God? Who am I in light of who God is? These are two of the most important questions students can grapple with because in discovering who God is, they learn who He has meant for them to be. Studies within the Discover category will help students align their lives under God's rule which will give them confidence in who they were created to be. Delight (Spiritual Disciplines): What does it mean to delight in God? What leads to delight in God? Helping students see God in every detail teaches them to delight in Him. When students find their delight in God, they will learn what it means and how to be in relationship with Him. Display (Leadership, Mission, + Disciple Making): How do students display the glory of God? How do they help others grow in their relationship with Him? How can they lead others to display the truth of God? Through students learning to lead, live on mission, and make disciples, God's glory is on display and His kingdom is expanded. Each book includes 30 daily devotions, applicable Scripture, prayer prompts, and practical application.

I'm a Christian Now! - Older Kids Activity Bookis revised to include a parent-friendly focus. This eight-week activity book helps kids know more of spiritual disciplines and the next steps of going deeper in discipleship.

I'm a Christian Now! - Younger Kids Activity Book is revised to include a parent-friendly focus. This eight-week activity book helps kids know more of spiritual disciplines and the next steps of going deeper in discipleship.

33 The Series: A Man and His Design - Training Guide is a 6 session Bible study that builds upon many of the timeless truths taught by Robert Lewis in the original Men's Fraternity curriculum but also includes new material on authentic manhood. The series is designed to inspire and equip men to pursue authentic manhood as modeled by Jesus Christ in His 33 years on earth. Volume I contains six sessions that explore the basic foundations of authentic manhood and God's clear design for men.This first volume of 33 starts with meaningful insights into the current state of manhood, which will help men navigate through some realities that have created cultural confusion. It follows by unfolding God's mandates for all men and offering a clear definition of authentic manhood that will help men on their journey. Each participant will learn the four "faces" of manhood and how to anticipate and transition through the specific seasons of life

What does it mean to be gifted? We tend to think of gifted people as those who are highly intelligent or who have extraordinary physical abilities. It's easy to watch certain athletes on the field or see leaders speaking in front of thousands of people and label them as gifted. So, it's no surprise that we carry this idea into the church. We think only the brightest and most outgoing Christians possess the gifts Jesus can use. This couldn't be further from the truth. If you've given your life to Christ, you are gifted. Yet knowing you're gifted is just the beginning. It's also important to know who gave you the gifts, what they are, what they are for, why they are important, and how you can use them to serve the Lord. This 5-session Bible study by Lifeway Students will explore all these questions and show us just how each of us is, in fact, gifted.

The Faithful: Heroes from the Old Testament Borrowing from best-selling studies by Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Lisa Harper, Kelly Minter, and Jennifer Rothschild, this 5-session study explores crucial moments in the lives of five Old Testament figures--Esther, Gideon, Malachi, Nehemiah, and Hosea. Through their stories, discover how God uses the lives of ordinary people for His glory and the good of His people. Strengthen your faith as you walk alongside these larger-than-life figures who all chose to obey God no matter the circumstances.Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groupsPersonal study segments to complete between 5 weeks of group sessionsTeaching videos, approximately 25-70 minutes per session, available for purchase or rentBenefits: Preview full-length studies from best-selling Lifeway Women authors.Engage in Bible study during busy seasons with these stand-alone sessions.Dive deep into Old Testament character studies.Find encouragement to live a bold, faithful life in obedience to God.Motivate yourself to further study stories from the Old Testament.

When Isaiah stepped into the throne room of God, he was "undone" by his sinfulness in view of God's holiness. When an angel touched his mouth with a coal and told him his sin was forgiven, Isaiah essentially said, "Here I am. Send me. I don't care where. I'm yours! I'll do whatever!" He moved from being undone by shame to a hopeful humility and an eagerness to serve the Lord. In this 6-session study from Scarlet Hiltibidal, discover the deep, freeing truth that being undone is the right place to start. Move beyond your shame to the joy-inducing, peace-producing thrill that comes from a relationship with Jesus. We were made to live in the light--confessing and repenting and renouncing our shame--because Jesus experienced shame in our place. Features: 6 weeks of personal study with 5 days of study each week Teaching videos, approximately 15 minutes each, via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Benefits: Gain perspective on sources of shame and grasp a vision for how to find freedom through God's Word. Experience the miraculous shift of living in light of the gospel today rather than hoping for a happy someday. Learn from the stories of women and men in the Bible who overcame their shame to walk in the freedom of God. Video Sessions: Session 1: Introduction (8:21)--In this introductory session, Scarlet introduces the study with a look at Genesis 3 and how shame entered our world. Ever since the garden of Eden, we have striven to put away shame and be worthy on our own. But Scarlet tells us we won't be worthy without the cross--and there is freedom in that. Session 2: Ashamed Isaiah (7:17)--In Session 2, Scarlet looks at Isaiah 6. While Isaiah was overwhelmed at God's glory and ashamed at his own sinfulness, God provided a beautiful invitation to him to walk in the freedom of forgiveness. God still offers us that same invitation. Session 3: Ashamed at the Well (8:40)--The woman at the well faced layers of shame--both internal and external. To this shame-filled woman, the shame-lifting Savior offered abundant life in Him. Scarlet invites us to meet with the Savior who is still lifting shame, and to tell others to do the same. This is good news we can't keep to ourselves! Session 4: Ashamed Peter (5:49)--In Session 4, Scarlet talks about Peter and what an amazing testimony of failure and forgiveness he provides for us in Scripture. We get to look at Peter's life--both the triumphs and the falls--knowing the end of the story and knowing that Jesus offers us redemption as well. Session 5: Ashamed Paul (7:46)--If anyone in Scripture demonstrates the power of the cross for our shame, it's Paul. The man who murdered Christians had a radical transformation into the man who brought the gospel to the ends of the earth. Scarlet invites us to live as testimonies to God's radical goodness and set our minds on eternity. Session 6: Shame Crucified (6:43)--In this last session, Scarlet unpacks Romans 8 and the incredibly good news that, even though we are unable to follow the law on our own, Jesus has done it for us. And through Him, because of Him, we have the opportunity to live in freedom from shame and abundance of life.

The Titus Ten Bible Study Book with Video Access includes printed content for 10 sessions, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, "How to Use This Study," a leader guide, separate leader videos, and tips for leading a group. Tucked away near the end of the New Testament, you'll find Paul's letter to Titus. Scripture provides few details about Titus. But from this 46-verse letter, author Josh Smith has distilled ten foundations upon which to build godly men. Using his time-tested teaching process, this study can serve as a manual for becoming the kind of man God intends for you to be and leading other men to do the same. Taking ten qualities from the Apostle Paul's short letter to his mentee Titus, The Titus Ten will help you grow in your understanding of the gospel, your identity, your character, and more. Each chapter includes questions for reflection and discussion to process the way the Lord is developing you and to read in a group with other men. As you grow in these areas of your life, you'll become the kind of man God desires to use in your family, your church, and the world. Features: Ten small group sessions Personal studies for ongoing spiritual growth Ten videos featuring author Josh Smith (included with purchase) Leader guide Promotional video Benefits: Train men to follow Jesus and invest where it matters most. Start a discipleship movement among men in your church. Learn how to exercise the dominion God has given in a God-honoring way. Believe the gospel is for you and has something unique to say to men. Root your identity in Christ and the unchanging nature of His love for you. Approach your assignments and calling with clarity and purpose. Build your character in a way that honors God and those around you. Shore up the foundation of your essential beliefs so that you can stand for what matters. Invest your life in the places where you can have the most impact. Commit to serving God and those entrusted to your care with zeal. Session Topics: Dominion Gospel Identity Assignments Authority Character Doctrine Mission Zeal Investments

Body of Proof Bible Study Book with Video Access includes printed content for four sessions, a leader guide, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, "How to Use This Study," tips for leading a group, and more. Also, each Book contains unique codes that enable you to access free teaching videos for each session. The single most important fact of the Christian faith is that Jesus isn't dead. He was resurrected on a Sunday morning two thousand years ago. That one weekend included His execution, an earthquake, daytime darkness, an uprising, and a miracle unlike any the world had ever seen. Those events and the days that followed changed everything about the world and form the center of our faith. Yet outside of a few days each year, we don't spend a lot of time contemplating the resurrection itself. In this four-session Bible study, we'll look back on that incredible weekend and see why the resurrection of Jesus gives us hope and confidence today. Session Topics: Replacing My "If Onlys" with "If Jesus" Jesus Rebuilds and Restores the Wrecks of My Life The Greatest Comeback of All Time We're All Traveling the Road to Emmaus Features: Four small group sessions Personal studies for ongoing spiritual growth Activities for families Church campaign kit Four videos featuring author Jeremiah J. Johnston included with purchase Leader guide Promotional video Benefits: Lead into Easter by examining four reasons to trust and hope in the resurrection of Jesus. Understand why you can accept the resurrection of Jesus as a historical fact. Gain confidence that the resurrection of Jesus is the best explanation for the events of Easter weekend. See the power that Jesus holds over life and death. Learn how the resurrection of Jesus makes sense of loss and suffering. Place your hope in the resurrection to save yourself and others. Discover the resurrection's power to transform lives, even the lives of those who were previously hostile to the Christian faith.

Revive Us Bible Study Book with Video Access includes printed content for six sessions, a leader guide, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, "How to Use This Study," and tips for leading a group. Also, each Book contains unique codes that enable you to access free teaching videos for each session. Revival is a topic that is often talked about but less often understood. What is revival? How do we experience it? How do we recognize it when we see it? What do we do with it? This six-session Bible study answers these questions and more. Pastor Robby Gallaty will help us see what can happen when we go to God with a simple and sincere request: "Revive us." From that meager request, God is able to take our lives and our churches and use them in ways we could never anticipate and expect for His glory. Features: ● Six small group sessions ● Leader guide ● Personal studies for ongoing spiritual growth ● Session previews and six teaching videos featuring author Robby Gallaty (included with purchase) Benefits: ● Learn what revival means in the life of a Christian and a church. ● Grasp revival from a biblical perspective. ● Petition God to see His work move forward in the world. ● See the value of repentance and preparing yourself to be used by God for His work. ● Cultivate lasting spiritual habits that lead to long-term spiritual vitality. ● Sit before God to experience His presence and hear from Him. ● Recognize and participate in the work of God happening in and around you. ● Be catalyzed by that work so that you share God with people who have never heard.

Nehemiah: A Heart That Can Break - Bible Study Book by Kelly Minter is a 7-session Bible study for women. Nehemiah's heart was so broken for those in need that he left the comfort of his Persian palace to help them. Like Kelly's other studies in the Living Room Series, you'll find authentic Bible teaching, recipes, and a relational approach. Nehemiah also includes 7 video sessions and real-life ways to put feet to your faith. Are you ready to let God break your heart for a hurting, lost world and move you in compassion to be the hands and feet of Jesus? Features: Leader helps Study includes recipes and a relational approach Author: Kelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. So whether it's through a song, study, or spoken word, Kelly's desire is to authentically express Christ to the women of this generation. In a culture where so many are hurting and broken, she loves to share about the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth. Kelly writes extensively and speaks and leads worship at women's conferences, retreats, and events.

In Knowing God by Name: A Personal Encounter, author Mary Kassian focuses on 35 Hebrew names of God that describe His character, His relationships, and His purpose. As you learn the significance of each ancient word, you'll be awestruck by the Lord's magnificence and your heart compelled to worship and praise Him.The Member Book includes brief daily study with fun and engaging learning activities. Saturated in Scripture and words from ancient hymns, Knowing God by Name is a rich, meaningful study for any woman desiring to know God better.Product Features7 Sessions, plus introduction Brief, daily homework Incorporates quotes from ancient hymns Print-driven, no videos required. Easy to schedule at any type location (church, home, coffee shop) Leader Guide includedAbout the AuthorMary Kassian is an award-winning author, international speaker, and a professor at Southern Baptist Seminary. She is the author of several books, Bible studies, and video teaching series. Born and raised in Edmonton, Canada, Mary and her husband Brent have three sons.

As parents, we want to raise children who know God, love Him, and share His love with the world. But raising kids who live out such faith is less about our own parenting skills and more about God's power. When the Holy Spirit lives through us, we model the fruit of the Spirit--love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control--for our children. In this 6-session study, discover the fruit of the Spirit in the context of your parenting, learn how to cultivate growth in your children, and explore practical ways to live out the fruit of the Spirit together. Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groupsDaily devotions for parentsDaily activities to promote conversation as a familyWeekly projects to help your family grow in the fruit of the Spirit together Benefits: Learn about the fruit of the Spirit.Gain practical tips for teaching your kids to grow in the fruit of the Spirit.Make the most of your time together as a family with conversation starters and practical activities.Grow as a family in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Life. It seems to move at a break-neck pace. Days are filled with noise, screens, and appointments. Sometimes worry and fear are constant companions. The chaos can leave you looking for a place to be still, but that resting spot always seems to be an elusive destination. Jesus offers a different kind of life. He offers peace. He is peace. In this 7-session study on the Gospel of John, Melissa Spoelstra will encourage you to slow down and linger with the living Word. You'll appreciate the pace of the Savior who never hurried but completed all that the Father called Him to accomplish. As you turn the pages of John's Gospel, you'll be challenged to take on the posture of a learner--understanding that the peace Jesus offers is not an ease of circumstances, but a stillness of the soul. As a result, you'll grow in intimacy with Him and learn to live, serve, and rest in His peace. Features: 7 video sessions, 25-30 minutes each, that illustrate and unpack truths found throughout the study, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book 6 weeks of personal study to be completed between the 7 group sessions  Extras such as a timeline, maps, and background information to help set the context and provide better understanding of the Gospel of John  Benefits:   Understand that peace is not a program or perspective; peace is a person Embrace the gift of peace Jesus promises Slow down your busy life and learn to walk in the pace of Jesus Discover the distinctives of John's Gospel through context and historical insights

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly." --Colossians 3:16aMany of us want God's Word to dwell richly in us, but life can get in the way.We'd never intentionally write chapters of confusion, failure, loss, pain, conflict, or suffering into our stories. No one plans to wrestle with her identity in Christ, to struggle to love those most important to her, to feel lonely or helpless. Yet we often find ourselves in these seasons, struggling to embrace the hope we need.Join Ruth Chou Simons in this 7-session study of the Book of Colossians as she leads girls through a practice of preaching gospel truth to themselves by studying Paul's example. In every changing season of life, we can rest in God's character, rehearse our identity in Christ, respond in faith, and remember God's provision for us. In today's culture, there's no shortage of self-help, easy fixes, and worldly advice, but only the truth of God's Word was meant to fill us up and satisfy us fully. Features: Leader tips to guide questions and discussions within small groupsPersonal study segments to complete between 7 weeks of group sessionsBeautiful full-color interior to enhance user experienceScripture recommendations to help girls preach truth to themselvesBenefits: Trade the lies found in culture, our minds, and our hearts for the truth of God's Word.Experience a beautiful, accessible theology.Understand how to apply Scripture to life.

Enduring, resilient, courageous--these are qualities we want to describe our faith in God. But the truth is that faith is hard, especially when trials, setbacks, and failures seem to define us. How do we trust God day in and day out? When the odds are stacked against us? In the moments when we're left wondering how we'll ever get back up? The good news is a life of resilient faith is possible. In this 7-session Bible study with teaching videos, Alexandra Hoover offers encouraging words of hope and examples of unwavering faith from the Bible. Drawing inspiration from the examples of faith in Hebrews 11 and the early church, you'll see that life's challenges don't have to define you. Through hope in Christ, you can become the woman who weathers the storms of life with renewed strength and confidence in who God is and who He says you are. Features: 6 weeks of personal study with 5 days of study each week Teaching videos, approximately 10 minutes each, via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Benefits: Anchor your life in a faith in Jesus that enables you to weather storms and overcome discouragement. See the challenges and suffering you face from Jesus's perspective. Learn to endure seasons of waiting with endurance and patience. Move from powerless doubt to empowered faith through stories in Scripture. Develop a faith fueled by Jesus's perseverance on the cross, the power of the resurrection, and the resilience that carried Him through.

Sisters, daughters, friends. Queens, missionaries, mothers. From Eve in Genesis 3 to Eunice in 2 Timothy 1, the Bible mentions countless women who bear witness to the faithfulness and love of God. While each woman is unique, they all have one thing in common--a life interwoven with God's story of redemption. Spend 6 sessions studying more than 30 women in Scripture whose lives have inspired generations of women in their faith and devotion to God. Their stories are a reminder that you, too, are made in the image of God, and you have an important part to play in God's story. Features: 30 days of personal study over 6 weeks Beautiful full-color interior to enhance the reader's experience Questions for reflection and application Journaling space for notetaking and prayers Thoughtful commentary by women experienced in ministry Compelling background on some of the most important women in Scripture Leader helps for group discussion Benefits: Be encouraged by the faith of women in Scripture and reminded of the important part you play in God's mission. Discover the impact that faithful women had on generations to come. Cultivate a heart devoted to God. Learn to see Jesus in the stories of more than 30 women in Scripture.

Spiritual disciplines are essential to a more vibrant spiritual life and knowing God more intimately. Join Kelly Minter in this 7-session Bible study as she unpacks the biblical foundation for these sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Instead of being just one more thing on your to-do list, you'll find that these habits of faith can actually create more margin in your life--providing peace and rest as you walk closer with Jesus. Features: Personal study segments with homework to complete between 7 weeks of group sessions Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Teaching videos, approximately 30 minutes per session, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Explanations of the history and progression of spiritual disciplines from origins to present day along with their biblical roots Practical guidance and activities to live out the various spiritual disciplines at home Benefits: Demystify spiritual disciplines and be empowered to practice them as you draw closer to God. Understand how spiritual disciplines strengthen the Body of Christ, both in communities and individual lives. Reframe your perspective on rest and renewal. Video Sessions: Session One: Introduction (10:37)--Kelly introduces the study on spiritual disciplines and reminds us that these spiritual habits are foundational to our faith and provide fellowship with the living God. She points out that although practicing these disciplines will provide spiritual results, our purpose is not to get results, but to strengthen our relationship with the Father. Session Two: Study (28:28)--Kelly focuses her teaching in Session 2 on the discipline of Bible study. She digs into 2 Timothy 3 to show how the inspired Word of God is useful to teach, rebuke, correct, and train us so that we will be equipped to carry out the purposes of God. Session Three: Pray (36:15)--Prayer is the focus of the Session 3 video. Kelly walks us through some of Jesus' teaching on prayer to point out that we pray to a personal God who knows our needs and faithfully responds to His children. She reminds us that prayer is not just transactional, but relational. Session Four: Express (36:39) --Kelly unpacks the story of the woman who washes Jesus feet with her tears in Luke 7 to teach us about the discipline of worship. She emphasizes that like the woman in the story, we are to passionately worship Jesus with all that we are and have. Even in the midst of our pain, we are to recognize who He is and express our love to Him. Session Five: Quiet (36:28) --Quieting our hearts before God is the theme for this week of study, with Kelly focusing the Session 5 video teaching on Scripture meditation. She clarifies that this kind of meditation is not emptying our minds, but filling them with the Word of God and the presence of the Spirit. She challenges us to get past the distraction of our devices and busyness of our schedules to be still before the Lord and soak in His Word. Session Six: Simplify (29:07) --Kelly challenges to simplify our lives in the Session 6 video. She walks us through Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 to remind us that we are to be laying up heavenly treasure rather than earthly treasure. She calls us to orient our lives around what really matters, to turn our focus away from what we think we need to what we really need, so that we're free to give, serve, and love as Jesus calls us to. Session Seven: Engage (40:20)--Kelly closes the study by focusing on how we are to engage with each other in the body of Christ. She unpacks a passage in Colossians 3 to emphasize that as the holy, chosen, called-out people of God we are to display to each other, and also to the world, the same character of love and grace that Jesus has expressed to us.

Often, idols are obvious--money, power, fame. But subtler idols can sometimes take the form of sweet loved ones, Instagramable interiors, and busy seasons of ministry. But if your heart is prioritizing any of those pursuits before God, they are taking up space meant for Him alone. In this 8-session study, learn to identify the functional gods you are serving daily and the lies they tell. Only when you learn to dethrone modern-day idols can you pursue a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Jesus. Features: Interactive teaching videos approximately 20-25 minutes in length per session, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Personal study segments with homework to complete between 8 weeks of group sessions Recipes to help grow friendship and community within your small group Benefits: Stop wasting time on the temporal, false gods, and invest in the eternal, one true God. Recognize the lies behind false gods, and learn to identify the Truth. Dethrone your modern-day idols, and experience the abundant life in Christ. Video Sessions: Session 1: (9:06)--Kelly Minter welcomes us to the No Other Gods revised and expanded Bible study from the Amazon River. Kelly reminds us that an idol is anything we put in our hearts before God or in place of Him. Don't miss who God is for you. Session 2: (28:00)--Why does God long for us to be free from our gods and the things that steal our hearts from Him? After studying the Ten Commandments, we look at our hearts and at how false gods motivate us and also hold us back for being all God wants for us. Session 3: (26:00)--Why would we ever turn to anything less than Jesus? We often cover up our struggles instead of collapsing before the Lord and trusting Him. In this session, we see Hannah of the Old Testament collapse before the Lord and give Him all of herself and her son. Session 4: (28:30)--It is challenging to confront and contend with the idols and the lies that pull us away from God. The idea of our false gods is always better than the reality of them. We need to understand and know that the Lord really is better. Session 5: (32:50)--False gods leave us no hope but to drop our expectations. Learning from the examples of Jacob, Rachel, and Leah, we discover it is time to cease our striving after false gods that cannot satisfy our deepest needs and turn our affections only upon our one True God. Session 6: (23:40)--This week dives into Hebrews 11 and the walk of faith. Faith is believing that what God has called us to is infinitely better than what we are leaving behind. Session 7: (25:40)--We are looking for God to redeem us and to bring healing to our lives. However, he does not always bring those things in the way we would hope. Second 2 Kings 5 reminds us that God has His plans and purposes and they are not always what we would expect. Session 8: (33:40)--What Jesus desires for us is that we bear fruit. He set His followers apart to go and share the Gospel with others and bear quality fruit that is going to last. We bear much fruit when we remain in Christ and He remains in us.

Trace the path of Joseph's life in the book of Genesis to observe how God's sovereignty reigns, even in our darkest moments. Learn to recognize when God is working during periods of waiting, trust God's plan when life doesn't make sense, and rest in the sufficiency of His presence in every circumstance. His provision is enough, His presence is constant, and His purpose is unstoppable. (8 sessions) Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Personal study segments to complete between 8 weeks of group sessions Teaching videos, approximately 35 minutes per session, available via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Benefits: Place your hope in the God who is with you. Learn to trust God's purposes when life doesn't make sense. Recognize how God is working in your waiting. Rest in the sufficiency of God's presence in every circumstance. Video Sessions: Session 1: Set Apart (29:38)--Kelly sets the stage for the Finding God Faithful study by delving into Joseph's backstory. She takes a look at how Abraham, Joseph's great grandfather, was set apart by God for God's purposes. She reminds us that though some of Joseph's family history isn't pretty, God is sovereignly using all of it to tell His story. Session 2: The Unlikely Path of Blessing (29:38)--Kelly will creatively walk us through some of Joseph's most trying times as his brother's jealousy results in Joseph being trafficked to Egypt. But we'll see that God was always with Joseph, carrying out His purpose, fulfilling His promise. Session 3: Faithful in Brokenness (41:35)--This session finds Joseph in Egypt, serving Potiphar. Things seem to be going well for Joseph until false accusations lead to prison. Kelly will point out that Joseph's faithfulness to God stays true even in the broken times. The lessons learned in Joseph's suffering will help us face our own difficult days. Session 4: Faithful in Abundance (35:56)--We see Joseph delivered from prison by his God-given ability to interpret Pharaoh's dreams. Kelly will point out that Joseph quickly goes from the pit to the palace, but his faithfulness to God doesn't waver. We'll be challenged to faithfully use our abundant blessings from God for His purpose and glory. Session 5: Extravagant Mercy (36:19)--Kelly points out that mercy is the key word in this session. Jacob sends the brothers back to Egypt, reluctantly including Benjamin. He prays before they leave that "the man," Joseph, would be merciful to them, having no idea the depth of mercy needed for these brothers who sold "the man" into slavery. The mercy Joseph will extend foreshadows the extravagant mercy Jesus extends to all of us. Session 6: The Process of Forgiveness (35:18)--We relive one of the most tender moments in the Scripture as Joseph reveals his identity and forgives his brothers. Kelly will challenge us to see people through God's perspective and forgive as we have been forgiven. Session 7: A Redemption Story (35:08)--We learn the simple but profound truth--there is no redemption without a redeemer. We see Jacob bless Joseph's sons, including them in the covenant promise. As Kelly points out, this shows that God's redemption always exceeds our expectations and that there is no one too lost or too far gone. Session 8: A Faithful Finish (36:08)--We see Joseph assuring his nervous brothers with a profound statement: You planned evil against me; God planned it for good. Kelly points out that Joseph closed with a faithful finish, choosing throughout his life not to focus on his present circumstance but to trust the promises, goodness, and sovereignty of God.

Let the words of Jesus challenge your assumptions of this earthly kingdom and show you how to strive for and participate in a better one.

Fostering a heart of gratitude brings such blessing and joy to our lives and to those around us. Being grateful turns our eyes off ourselves and helps us cherish our time and relationships in a new way. When we are a thankful people, we point to our good God who loves and provides for us. But how can we develop grateful hearts?   > Spend 4 weeks examining reasons to be grateful to God. Each week you'll look at a profile of someone in the Bible with a grateful heart, find teaching from Scripture on gratefulness, focus on a psalm of thanksgiving, and be encouraged to practice gratitude. When you're able to see the biblical basis of living with a grateful heart, you will be more motivated to thank God in all things. Features: 4 weeks of personal study Beautiful full color interior to enhance your experience  Questions for you to reflect on and apply to your life Journaling space for notetaking and prayers Thoughtful commentary by women experienced in ministry Practical ideas for living a life of gratitude Leader helps for group discussion Benefits: Learn how to cultivate gratitude as part of your everyday life.  Understand how God's promises motivate us to live lives of thanksgiving.  Explore how a grateful heart changes the way we relate to God and others.  Develop gratitude as a spiritual discipline.  Discover how the call to give thanks is laced throughout Scripture.