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1) Psalms
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"Lord, Teach Us to Pray" Deep with feelings of joy, fear, shame, awe, and at times inconsolable rage, the Psalms help readers express a range of emotions in their prayers and their daily lives. The book of Psalms will broaden and deepen your understanding and experience of prayer by following these examples from our spiritual ancestors. They teach us how to express our hearts to God. Enrich your prayers and know God more deeply as He invites you into...
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“LifeChange Bible” studies train you in good Bible study practices as you enjoy a robust and engaging topical study. Learn the skill as you study the Word. Your study of the Scriptures will never be the same!
Women are everywhere in the New Testament. They follow and serve Jesus, seek Him for healing, and play creative and essential roles in the early church. For much of our history, however, their stories have been mediated and interpreted through...
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The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Jesus displayed these excellent qualities throughout his life on earth, because they reflect the character of God himself. And from the moment you received Jesus as your Savior and Lord, that "fruit" has gradually and increasingly begun to appear in your life. This study helps you recognize these truths, and how you can increasingly allow...
4) Daniel
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How do we hold on to godliness when the world we live in is so anti-Christian? And where is God anyway? Is He really sovereign? In studying the book of Daniel, you will see how to live with influence and trust in God's sovereignty when the world seems to have gone mad. Rich in historical context, purpose, structure, and meaning of the book of Daniel, this 12-lesson Bible study applies ancient wisdom to current needs and issues Christians face. Includes...
5) 1 & 2 Samuel
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Things look bleak for Israel: Military attacks threaten from the outside while moral corruption destroys from within. But God will use three men to guide the nation through these bad times into the next stage of His perfect plan. In this Bible study on the books of 1 and 2 Samuel, you'll learn about the establishment of monarchy in Israel and the rich spiritual legacy David has left us.
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The 12 sessions of this Bible study examine the intensity of Mark's straightforward writing and his enthusiasm for Christ's gospel that bring us a powerful message of salvation, inspiration, and encouragement. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings (30-45 minutes each week, including a Scripture memory verse).
8) Job
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The worst possible calamities have befallen Job-financial ruin, his children's death, an agonizing disease. And a disaster worse than these: The God who was once his friend is now silent and the apparent cause of his sufferings.This Bible study is for anyone who has ever suffered unexplained tragedy and wants to wrestle to a deeper intimacy with God. The 13 sessions contain historical context and word studies from Job, as well as study aids and discussion...
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Discover what the Bible says-not what someone else thinks it says-and develop the skills and desire to dig even deeper into God's Word.With this book, readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the books of Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. The book also contains study notes and questions for insight and reflection.
10) James
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By faith we are reborn into the family of God. But God wants more than justified infants: He wants mature daughters and sons. The 12 sessions of this Bible study examine James's exhortation to Christians of every age to keep growing up spiritually. An excellent leader's resource, James is a study you can do individually or with a group. (If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings.) Includes study aids and discussion questions.
11) 2 Thessalonians
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In Paul's second letter to the Thessalonians, he continues to encourage them to stand firm in the hope of Christ's return. He assures his readers that Christ had not yet returned-despite rumors that Paul himself had said the opposite. This Bible study of the book of 2 Thessalonians examines how Paul briefly described the circumstances that will surround Christ's return, giving signs to look for when trying to confirm rumors of the Second Coming.7...
12) Proverbs
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The book of Proverbs contains a wealth of practical wisdom for everyday living. The 15 lessons of this Bible study on Proverbs explore the book's timeless teachings and helpful guidelines on many aspects of personal conduct, including goodness and sin, friendships and family, and life and death. Includes study aids and discussion questions. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings.
13) Ezekiel
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To have a lifelong goal of becoming like Christ involves change, and change isn't always easy. But the more a person knows of God's purposes for him or her, the more that person can experience God's joy and participate in His plan. The LifeChange studies on books of the Bible promise a life-changing encounter with God's Word that can help you grow in Christlikeness. LifeChange studies help you . . .Understand the book's historical context, purpose,...
14) Ruth & Esther
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See What God Will Do When You Trust Him. Can trusting God change the world? Ruth and Esther, two young women who lived 600 years apart, would both say Yes. Living in dark days, ruled by oppressive regimes, their small but significant faithfulness would play a decisive role in God's bigger plan. Ruth chose to leave her family, face hardship, and trust God, without knowing what would happen to her. Esther chose to risk her life, confront the king, and...
15) Titus
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Put Doctrine into Practice. The Apostle Paul wrote to Titus, a faithful leader helping to establish structure in a young church, encouraging him to help Christians put their doctrine into practice-to behave in ways that would "make the teaching about God our Savior attractive." Paul offers Titus guidance for choosing Christian leaders and forming godly church members. His words inspire all Christians to express their faith through the good works God...
16) Ecclesiastes
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We want our lives to have meaning, so we try to find significance through worldly pursuits. We may even feel satisfied for a time. But when those moments fade-and they always do-the emptiness returns. As long as we view life from a human perspective, nothing really matters. That's why it's easy to relate to the author of Ecclesiastes when he declares everything to be meaningless. His journey is our journey.The book of Ecclesiastes will teach you how...
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The book of Philippians expresses the apostle Paul's heartfelt desire for believers to experience the joy only found in following Jesus. In 8 sessions, this chapter-by-chapter Bible study shows students that it is possible to have peace and joy, no matter what they face. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings (30-45 minutes per week, including a Scripture memory verse).
18) 1 Peter
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For Christians facing ridicule in a pagan world, it was difficult to focus on their "living hope." Peter wrote to remind these hard-pressed Christians of their rich identities in Christ and to encourage them to face their sufferings with Christlike character. The 13 lessons of this Bible study on 1 Peter examine Peter's heartfelt challenge to practical Christianity. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings. Study aids and discussion...
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Jeremiah and Lamentations tell the story of God's judgment during a bleak period in Judah's history. While painting a vivid picture of human loneliness and suffering, these Old Testament books also reveal the beautiful hope found only in God.This twelve-lesson Bible study begins with a thorough examination of Jeremiah, one of the most autobiographical books in the Bible. By studying the "weeping prophet" and his faithfulness to his calling, who or...
20) Ezra & Nehemiah
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The Old Testament books of Ezra and Nehemiah provide a testimony to God's sovereignly working through people to accomplish His redemptive purposes. This Navigator Bible study covers both books in 8 lessons. Learn about faithfulness, right worship, and the need to patiently endure in the face of difficulty in Ezra. Nehemiah continues the story with an inspiring account of returning to faithfulness and doing God's work no matter what. If using in a...
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