How Much More Bible Study Book

Have you ever wished certain passages weren't in the Bible? It can be all too easy to trade the truth of God's grace and mercy for a skewed view of certain biblical texts that seem to paint God as oppressive, distant, or difficult to understand. Upon closer examination, this harsh view of God is the exact opposite of His true character. God welcomes His children with deep compassion and care, while holding all power and authority. In this 7-session study, discover God's extravagant love in some of Scripture's most misunderstood passages. Because the God of the Old Testament is the same redemptive, loving, and grace-filled God we see through Christ in the New Testament. How Much More will show you that God is for you--even in the places He may have seemed silent before. Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Personal study segments to complete among 7 weeks of group sessions Seven enriching teaching videos, approximately 30-40 minutes per session, available for purchase or rent Benefits: Tackle some overlooked or misunderstood passages in Scripture, uncovering how they ultimately show God's kind character. Explore the historical-cultural context of biblical texts to grasp their deeper meaning. Learn about God's real redemption from real stories in the Bible and how He longs to redeem your story too. Allow a renewed understanding of God's perfect compassion and perfect holiness to drive you to deeper intimacy and trust in Him.

Study guide designed to accompany a Bible study course on the Sermon on the mount.

In this verse-by-verse study of the Book of Hebrews, Jen Wilkin explores how God "provided something better for us" in the person of Jesus Christ (Heb. 11:40). Through stories of Old Testament heroes and practices, the author of Hebrews demonstrates how the new covenant is superior to the old and how Jesus Christ is the fulfillment of every promise. Explore familiar verses in context of the entire Bible, learning how to place your hope and faith in Christ alone. (10 sessions) Additional purchase or renting of the video teaching sessions is recommended for the best experience of this Bible study book. Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Personal study segments to complete between 10 weeks of group sessions Essential teaching videos, approximately 30-45 minutes per session, available for purchase or rent Benefits: Explore Old Testament stories to gain context for the superiority of Christ. Gain an understanding of the old and new covenants. Learn to place your hope in Jesus. Study the Book of Hebrews verse by verse.

Maybe your head knows that God is always good, but your heart's not so sure. Or perhaps while reading Scripture, you've wondered if our Creator Redeemer went through a personality change--from strictly enforcing the rules in the Old Testament to loving the outcast in the New! In this 7-session Bible study, you'll discover divine love in the often overlooked and misunderstood passages in Scripture. And you'll be delighted to find that Jehovah of the Old Testament is the same redemptive and compassionate God we see through Jesus Christ in the New Testament. He has always been and will always be for us! Features: Personal study to be completed between the 7 group sessions Teaching videos, approximately 30-40 minutes each, via redemption code printed in the Bible study book Leader helps for group discussion Benefits: Explore the historical-cultural context of biblical texts to grasp their deeper meaning. Discover God's redemptive heart throughout Scripture and how He longs to redeem you. Allow a renewed understanding of God's perfect compassion and perfect holiness to drive you to deeper intimacy and trust in Him. Video Sessions: Session 1: The Heart Behind the Herding (35:00)--Lisa opens the study by showing us how God's action of driving, or herding, Adam and Eve out of the garden after the fall was redemptive in nature. She emphasizes that even when God is herding us, He is expressing His love for us. Session 2: Inheriting Grace from Mr. Z's Girls (41:15)--In Session 2, Lisa unpacks a difficult passage in Deuteronomy and digs into the story of Zelophehad's daughters to show God's deep love and mercy for His daughters. Session 3: All It Took Was Just One Look (45:09)--Lisa unveils the beautiful love story in Song of Songs to reveal the attentive and affectionate love of Christ. Session 4: His Supernatural, Superlative Affection (37:48)--In Session 4, Lisa uses the parable of the drowsy daddy and the persistent neighbor in Luke 11 to show the heart of God to bless His children with His "how much more" love. Session 5: Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice (31:54)--In the Session 5 video, Lisa points out the vital roles specific women played in Jesus' ministry and in the leadership of the early church to show that God doesn't consider women less-than in His kingdom's work. Session 6: Always For Our Good and His Glory (40:28)--Lisa reinforces the theme of the study by discussing several passages that have shown her the love of God and His redemptive heart for His people. Session 7: The Only Story We Can Stake Our Lives On (31:05)--Lisa wraps up the study in this session 7 video by reminding us that God has revealed Himself and His love through His Word. She cautions us that, like the Israelites, we are prone to lose our way if we don't always align our lives by God's life-giving Word.

Throughout the ages, people have turned to the Bible for guidance and hope. This Bible study book serves as a road map for the beginner to develop an appreciation of the Bible and make it a part of their daily living. All 66 books of the Bible are covered in detail, including: * Author of each book and the time frame in which it was written * Key themes for each book * Summary of the message in each book * A devotion for contemplation and further exploration Immerse yourself in the stories, prophecies, and messages of the Bible and discover anew the awe-inspiring force, mercy, and healing power of God and Jesus Christ. Graceful and inspiring, Bible Study for Beginners brings the reader back to the basics and opens the way to a direct relationship with the living Word of God.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 156-157).

Christine Caine is passionate about seeing every woman equipped to live her life on mission for Jesus. In this 7-session study, you'll develop a new understanding of how God sees you and has chosen you to help make Jesus' name known on this planet. Through biblical teaching and lessons from her own life, Christine will challenge you to share the story of how God's love has transformed your life right where you are.Features:Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groupsPersonal study segments to complete between 7 weeks of group sessionsEnriching interactive teaching videos, approximately 30 minutes per session, available for purchase or rent Benefits:Experience the unconditional love and call of Jesus.Discover your inherent value and kingdom mission.Gain confidence to share the living hope of Christ.Help people belong in a world where they feel unseen.

Breaking Free: The Journey, The Stories leads you through a study of the Scriptures to discover the transforming power of Christian freedom. Based on Isaiah 61:1-4, this in-depth Bible study draws parallels between the captive Israelites. Teacher Beth Moore uses Scripture to help identify spiritual strongholds in your life, no matter how big or small. She explains that anything that hinders us from the benefits of knowing God is bondage. Breaking Free is Beths life message that she wants to share with you. First released in 1996, this updated version of Breaking Free includes 11 new video teaching messages taped live at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, along with reedited Bible study content and testimonies of how women like you have found freedom and been delivered from their personal captivity. No matter what life stage youre in or struggles youre going through, Breaking Free is the essential study for you. Sessions: 11 video sessions with 10 weeks of print study; Product Description (chapters, topics, etc): Week 1: Untying the Cords of the Yoke, Week 2: That You May Know, Week 3: Removing the Obstacles, Week 4: Rebuilding the Ancient Ruins, Week 5: Binding Up the Brokenhearted, Week 6: Beauty from Ashes, Week 7: The Potter and the Clay, Week 8: Gods Unfailing Love, Week 9: The Steadfast Mind, Week 10: The Display of His Splendor;