Part of a series that helps people dig deeper into the Bible, individually and in groups, this title includes questions for stimulating group discussion and ideas for meeting God in personal reflection.
The ministry God called Jeremiah to was difficult and painful: to proclaim God's demanding love. Yet with this burden God gave the prophet a great gift - the gift of his presence. The example of their rich relationship will show us how we can grow to be more deeply open to God than ever before.
A study for small groups of 10 scriptural images given to Christ - Shepherd, Lamb of God, Suffering Servant, Branch, Vine, Light of the World, Bridegroom, Head of the Church, Bread of Life, Cornerstone.
God never gives up. When we stray or make a mistake, God continues to pursue us with a relentless love. In Hosea's unfailing love for his wayward wife, he lived out the way God loves his people. His story is a reminder that God will never abandon us.
When you are suffering, do you wonder if God has forgotten you? Would you like to be sure that your life is pleasing to the Lord? The Thessalonians were asking these questions, and Paul wrote 1 & 2 Thessalonians to help them find assurance.
This Lifebuilder is all about how we can please God, not by following legalistic rules but by putting our trust in Christ. As we grow in our relationship with him, we see how godly character flows from a clear conscience and a sincere heart.
As we come to know of and believe in God's everlasting love for us, we begin to think about others, through prayer, service, forgiveness and more. These 9 studies will help you build a foundation of confidence in God's love for you and encourage you to respond by loving others.
Are you tired of getting pat answers when you ask hard questions about faith? The writer of Ecclesiastes is not afraid to ask the big questions like "Where can I find fulfillment when I seem to be going in circles?" and "Who is really in control when the world looks topsy-turvy?
Sometimes we turn away from God. We fail to love those around us. We follow the gods of the world. Yet God remains loving and waits for us to return to him. This is the story of Israel in the book of Judges.
Starting in Acts 2, these studies look at the end times in the context of both the Old and New Testaments. You will be inspired to holy living, you will be motivated to share the good news of Jesus, daily work will be seen as a meaningful contribution to the kingdom of God. And you will see that the future is ultimately in God's hands.
Though we are often hurt and angered by the evil in our world, it doesn't take God by surprise. He cares about our suffering and he's with us in the midst of our tragedies. These eight studies will help us trust him and his power more - even in the painful times.