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Jesus' resurrection is the singular event upon which the truth of Christianity rises or falls. This exploration of the resurrection begins with a survey the earliest mentions in the Old Testament through the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. Then it examines each of the four gospels to determine as precisely as possible what took place that first Easter morning. It investigates five alternate theories of Jesus' resurrection and demonstrate...

Manifesto: "a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer." The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) is Jesus' most definitive statement of the principles of Kingdom living. In this study we'll seek to understand Jesus' radical teaching within its context of first century Judaism - then translate the principles into our own lives today. If we can understand what Jesus meant and absorb that into our spi...

Philippians is Paul's epistle of joy and passion. For an epistle of only 104 verses - four brief chapters - Paul's Letter to the Philippians is amazingly profound. At one level, it is a poignant epistle from a jailed apostle to a beloved supporting church. At another, it contains an exhilarating hymn of Christ's humility and exaltation, and offers a glimpse into Paul's intense passion to know Christ. From the standpoint of material to devel...

James' Letter is the manifesto for practical, authentic discipleship. James was a practical man. He had seen hypocrisy -- in himself, in the Pharisees, in everyday Christians -- and he would have none of it. His letter to the early Christian churches is practical and convicting. He talks about heart Christianity worked out in actions. He discusses love and then insists that Christian love can't just speak compassionate words to the hungry -- l...

The Prophet Isaiah's words inspire us with their beautiful cadences and lofty heights. They confront us with thoughtful rebukes and correction. Isaiah is the source of nearly one quarter of the Old Testament quotations and allusions cited in the New Testament. In sheer size, it is second only to the Book of Psalms in length. Most important, Isaiah gives us a unique understanding of Jesus the Messiah, who fulfills many of these prophecies giv...

The church at Corinth was troubled. It was five years old, but had divisions, doctrinal problems, and all kinds of disorder. One faction tried to justify going to prostitutes, which was widely accepted in their culture. Others thought they were so spiritual that they should avoid sex in marriage in favor of celibacy. Speaking in tongues was rampant, while most other spiritual gifts were being neglected. Idolatry was reclaiming some of the new ...

The Gospel written by the Beloved DiscipleSt. Augustine once said about the Gospel of John, that, "It is shallow enough for a child not to drown, yet deep enough for an elephant to swim in it."John contains the Bible's favorite verse - John 3:16. John's themes are essential to our understanding of Jesus as Son of God and Messiah. Here we learn about the Holy Spirit, the Counselor who lives within us to guide and empower us. We learn about the ...

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You've heard of Jesus as Messiah, Prince of Peace, Lamb of God - but you probably haven't spent much time digging into the truths these titles reveal about Jesus. This book is designed to help you focus on the various facets of Jesus' person, life, and mission so that your spirit will be transformed by an enriched prayer life, new momentum in your worship, and new confidence in Jesus, that is, increased faith. The study delves deep into th...

JesusWalk - Beginning the Journey is a discipleship and spiritual formation program for new believers. The course provides a balance of Christian doctrine, core values, and spiritual disciplines designed to produce strong Christians who continue to grow as committed disciples of Jesus. The 12-lesson series is coordinated with free online videos available at www.jesuswalk.com/beginning or can be used with an optional DVD set. Each lesson conc...

Jesus is nearly silent as he hangs on the cross, except for a few words. But these 7 Last Words provide a window into his soul, a way to understand what is important to this One who is dying on our behalf. 1. "Father, forgive them, they know not what they do." (Luke 23:34) 2. "This day you will be with me in Paradise." (Luke 23:43) 3. "Woman, behold your son." (John 19:26-27) 4. "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" (Mark 15:34) 5. "I th...

First, Second, and Third John are like trail mix - concentrated, chewy, and nutritious. The Apostle John writes these letters as an elderly man. When he was young, he was Jesus' "beloved disciple." Now he is passing on the faith he learned at Jesus' feet. He writes with great affection, but that doesn't mean he is soft. In these letters John: . Refutes enemies of Christ who are spreading false and dangerous doctrine. . Challenges beli...

To the immature, rule-keeping can feel more "religious" than a spiritual devotion to Christ himself. That's the temptation the Colossian church was facing from false teachers. No, says Paul in his Letter to Colossians. Christ is both supreme and sufficient - we need nothing beyond him to complete our faith. The letter provides us with one of the most compelling visions in all the New Testament of who Jesus Christ actually is, in all his majes...

You'll Learn from Jacob, Who Moved from Manipulation to Trust in God.Jacob is a troubling character in the Old Testament. He is conniving and he is spiritual too. He has moments of strong faith as well as of fear. His family is sometimes in disarray, and yet at the end he is the one who sets it straight.Jacob the Patriarch is a bit too much like us -- with very human strengths and weaknesses, but a man with a striving for spiritual things. Fro...

God's names, titles, and descriptors are windows into His character. As we learn His names and meditate on them, we come to know Him more intimately, we begin to trust Him more fully, and we find our hearts drawn ever more passionately to do His will here on earth as it is in heaven.Chapters include:1. Most High God2. God of Might3. Yahweh, I AM, the Eternal God4. God Our Creator5. Holy and Righteous One6. God Our Lord and King 7. God Our Fort...