A Crash Course In The Bible

Crash Course on the Old Testament explores key information about creation, the patriarchs, the law, the era of the kings, the prophets, and the exile and return. Participants will discover a powerful God whose plan for his people is evident throughout the Old Testament--and still today.

God is the author of the Bible as well as the author of life. And when you red his words, you get to know him. A Crash Course in the Bible contains approximately two hundred Bible verses. And these Scriptures will teach you what God wants you to know.

The Bible has over 31,000 verses in it and most people aren't going to read all of them. So, I've done it for them. I've gathered some of the most informative verses in the Bible and put them in this book. I've added some notes that explain them. And that makes A Crash Course in the Bible an excellent introduction to the Bible. If you study these Bible verses and take them to heart, they will add years to your life. They will comfort you and give you peace, And they will change your life forever, WARNING: This book contains the pure, unfiltered word of God. And repeated exposure to God's word has the following side-effects: It causes faith to arise in your heart. It renews your mind and it makes you wise.

Crash Course on the New Testament explores key information about Jesus' life, the beginning of the church, Paul's missionary journeys, the process of salvation, controversies in the early church, and the end of the age. Participants will discover the story of Christianity--and its relevance for us today.

The intention of this book is to teach Christians how to use the Bible to live well. It has eight sections - living faithfully, distinctively, emotionally, imaginatively, discerningly, purposefully, infectiously and hopefully. Each provides an introduction to a different kind of literature within the Bible and follows with questions for discussion and five days of daily readings.

Crash Course on Jesus explores key information about Jesus' birth, ministry, identity, death, resurrection, and promised return. Participants will discover a powerful and perfect Savior who is alive and well--and is coming back!

A comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to the ins and outs of the Old and New Testaments. Get a crash course in the most beloved book of all time—the bible. Simplifying the words and concepts of the Bible doesn’t have to be an overwhelming undertaking. From Exodus to the prophets and the Psalms and Revelation, Bible 101 gives you a basic overview of every part of this important book. Written in easy-to-understand language, Bible 101 offers a fascinating—and memorable—glimpse at the sacred stories, traditions, and doctrines that appear in the New and Old Testaments. No matter what your familiarity with the bible is currently, Bible 101 can help you understand the word of God.

Demonstrates twelve different methods for reading the Bible that will not only help you understand its words more fully but will also nudge you toward applying those words to your life more faithfully. "The Spirit of God uses the Word of God to make us like the Son of God." —Rick Warren. You were created to become like Christ. This is one of the five God-ordained purposes for your life that Warren describes in his bestselling book The Purpose Driven Life. And this is why studying the Bible is so important. The Bible's truths have the power to shape you, transform you, align you with the character and ways of Jesus Christ as you encounter him in the gospels and throughout all of Scripture. Rick Warren's Bible Study Methods is an easy-to-understand guide through twelve effective reading methods that allow Scripture to do just that. Simple step-by-step instructions guide you through the how-tos of the following methods: Devotional Chapter Summary Character Quality Thematic Biographical Topical Word Study Book Background Book Survey Chapter Analysis Book Synthesis Verse Analysis The organization of this book allows you to explore each method or jump around to find the ones best suited to your reading and learning style as well as your spiritual growth. Thousands of individuals, small groups, churches, and seminary classes have used this practical manual to unlock the wonderful truths of Scripture. You can too. Written by America's pastor, Rick Warren, Rick Warren's Bible Study Methods will help you develop a customized approach to studying, understanding, and applying the Bible.