Small Bible Study

If you're like most small-group leaders, you often feel overwhelmed by the task of finding study material each and every week. Former small-group pastor Ryan Lokkesmoe is here to help. This book has all you need for 16 small-group meetings exploring the concept of biblical community. Each study includes icebreaker questions, key Scripture passages, discussion questions about the text, and a guide for leading your prayer time.

These twenty bible studies are designed for small group discussion groups, yet they can also be used by individuals in their own personal growth. The bible studies have been designed with three specific purposes. The first purpose is to get the participants to study the word of God and learn what it actually teaches. There are so many things today that people think are in the bible, that are not there in the actual texts of Scripture. The second purpose is to apply the texts of Scriptures to the participants life so that a life transformation process can take place. The Holy Spirit can work...

♥ What if you could set yourself free from the trauma and pain of the past…with one simple prayer? ♥ Sounds impossible, right? In this powerful book from the #1 bestselling author of Becoming the Woman God Wants Me To Be, you’ll discover a proven process that will heal your heart and make your spirit soar with hope. This Bible study devotional for women is for you if: ✓ Someone betrayed you…and you need the courage to trust again. ✓ You’re holding on to past hurts. ✓ You don’t understand why God let certain things happen to you. You’ll be amazed to discover exactly how...

Chase the Lion is more than a catch phrase; it’s a radically different approach to life. It’s only when we stop fearing failure that we can fully seize opportunity by the mane. With grit and gusto, New York Times best-selling author Mark Batterson delivers a bold message to everyone with a big dream. This is a wake-up call to stop living as if the purpose of life was to simply arrive safely at death. Our dreams should scare us. They should be so big that without God they would be impossible to achieve.

Develop Bible Study Habit Chronological Bible Reviews with Lessons & Prayers God Craves for an Improved Relationship With You God wants you to find and uphold an unswerving association with him. This is his wish and the reason he created us. The task is complicated, however, due to time constraints that we face in our increasingly busy lives. Work, relationships, family and leisure time all demand our attention, leaving little time for us to build that important bond. But it is possible to find the time needed to reconnect and form a relationship with God which will be unbreakable, even ...

Does your child’s behavior anger and push you to the edge? Do you have trouble raising a godly child in the 21st century where love, time, and resources seem insufficient? Now, you may be torn between enjoying the calling of parenthood and the constant frustration you feel when your little one goes astray. Parenting is one of the most demanding jobs that God gives his chosen ones. The bible is clear that children are a gift and blessing–and if it doesn’t feel like it, you are about to get the help you need.

"My purpose for writing and publishing this material in book form is the same as for producing my two previous books of this nature, Studies in First Peter and Studies in Ephesians (both by The CRA, 2017 & 2020). As the subtitle for each of them says, “Lessons for Personal and Group Study”; and that is my intention for this volume. You can use it to deepen your own understanding of this section of the Bible, or you can use it to teach a group larger than just yourself. I am hoping you will start with the former, and then proceed to the latter. This book is especially designed as a ...

Men of all ages and all circumstances can benefit from Warrior through small group study or on an individual basis. Warrior is a call to know Jesus and obey Jesus, while reminding us that He alone has the power and ability to give our lives purpose and peace.

You Can Hear God's Voice Today You may have read where Jesus said His sheep would hear His voice. You've longed for God to interact with you like the people you've read about in the Bible. Perhaps you've experienced how the Holy Spirit speaks to you through the logos text of Scripture. But maybe you're not as confident about the miracle it is to hear God through biblical rhema words, those whispers of the Spirit that believers can still hear today. Glean from the experiences of biblical listeners like Elijah, Deborah, Mary, Peter, and more. Let these heroes of the faith to step down off ...

This "Biblical Characters" series volume is a collection of seven books in one. Within these pages, the stories of Peter, Paul, Mary, Jacob, Jesus, Heroes (men), and Sheroes (women) unfold, inviting you to explore their lives through thought-provoking study guides. Delve into the challenges they faced, the decisions they made, and the unwavering faith that guided their paths. Perfect for group Bible studies or personal reflection, this series offers a deep understanding of their journeys, unveiling lessons that resonate through the ages. Embark on an enriching adventure, and uncover the ...

Welcome to Life After Divorce— We’re proud of you for taking the necessary steps in caring for yourself. This is no time to feel guilty about making sure you’re okay. We want you to know that you're going to be better than okay because you’ll be making decisions based on timeless advice and Biblical principles. We have both survived the soul-shattering trauma of divorce, but we also know the beauty of second chances once healing is achieved. Walk with us through the process and into the light of recovery. Surviving divorce, reclaiming your worth, and rebuilding life is as ...

You can guarantee God will answer! Know how and why God answers your prayers! Practical Reasons to pray: Prayer is essential to our relationship with Christ. Prayer is the key to heaven’s resources. Prayer delights God. Prayer is the path to our peace of mind. Prayer is the key to our effectiveness. Prayer brings God’s spiritual power. Prayer is the one thing God nor man can resist. Prayer is taught and commanded by Jesus.Learn how to attain the ear of God! You can unleash the power of God in your life! God Promises: Answers: The Bible tells us how to guarantee answers. Knowledge: He ...

This is a Bible study guide collection on three people: Peter, Paul, and Mary (and other women who encountered Jesus) in one volume. Each study is planned for about seven weeks or 50 days. Each study has discussion questions for reflection. Peter is a model of a man who followed Jesus. Paul became a great missionary who represented Jesus, first to the Jews and then to the Gentiles. Mary the mother of the Lord Jesus Christ was involved in many aspects of his life from his birth to the death. This Bible study collection is designed for either personal or group study. The author wrote these ...

Dive into the life and teachings of Jesus like never before with Matthew Bible Study. Join author and life-time student of the Bible Peter DeHaan as he guides you through the Gospel of Matthew, a bridge connecting Old Testament Judaism with New Testament Christianity. Discover the deep correlation between Hebrew history and prophecy to the ministry of Jesus, providing a greater understanding of our faith today. With engaging chapters exploring Jesus's ministry, miraculous deeds, and powerful teachings, Matthew Bible Study is your key to unlocking the timeless wisdom found in these pages of ...

Christian Relationship Counseling Bible Study Guides - TWO BOOK SET BOOK ONE: Divorce – Remarriage and the Innocent Spouse: Counseling for Betrayed Believers What does the Bible really say about divorce and remarriage? Are you unclear how the Bible's directives about divorce and remarriage apply to contemporary conflicts? You might be looking for solid biblical counsel for family, friends, or small group. Maybe even for yourself. With its high view of the authority of Scripture and God's mystical, one-flesh union called marriage, this in-depth study respectfully examines hot-button topics...

How to Start a Church -- EVEN if you have never been to Bible school or seminary. Don't know how to plant a healthy church? Want a step-by-step plan that's CHRIST-CENTERED? Need a strategy for church planting that will work anywhere in the world? Ever wish you could start a church that changes lives? Starting churches has quickly become THE way to reach lost people today. The problem? Copying church planting models doesn't produce the same results. The secret is to plant a church deeply in love with Jesus and committed to obeying His commands. In this guide, "Simple Church Planting," you'll...

Some people find the Old Testament to be confusing, out of date, and essentially replaced by the New Testament. They are missing out. The Old Testament offers us a grand narrative that reveals God's work, God's purposes, and God's wisdom. Christopher J. H. Wright fits the pieces together and shows us the coherent whole. Using seven key sentences drawn straight from the Old Testament, he connects the dots and points us toward Jesus.

We need to return to the truths of the Bible. We need to read the Bible, seek God, and learn how to grow closer to God and live more like Jesus every day. Lessons from Moses leads us from Genesis through Deuteronomy in simply reading the Bible and asking, "God, what can I learn from this passage? How should I live? What should I do or not do?" These lessons will help us move from "What do I believe?" or "What does my church teach?" to "What does God say?" From youth to adults, we can learn from God's Word every day and simply believe what God says. As you read through the Bible and these ...

The Bible remains as relevant, applicable, and life-changing today as it was when it was first written. We need to get back to the Book—to read what God has said and to believe it and follow Him. Do you daily read God’s Word, seek Him, and desire to live His way in all things? Lessons from 1 and 2 Samuel can help you as you read and consider God’s message in those books of the Bible for us today. You can use these lessons as examples of how to read the Bible, consider the relevance of God’s Word in your life each day, and continually grow nearer to Him in truth and holiness. Whether...

Do you want to see God? This book unlocks a powerful secret. If you truly want to see God and what He wants to show you in the Holy Spirit, this book is for you. In this culture of opposites, where it's considered cool to be hot, good to be bad, and slick to be coarse, it may be that nothing is more shocking to encounter than a person who cultivates spiritual vision. If you're familiar with the Sermon on the Mount, you've seen this secret, hidden in plain sight. Not many venture down the visionary path of purity. Yet, Jesus' words resonate with stunning promise: The pure in heart are ...