A Year in
the Life of Christ Series:
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The Person of Jesus
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The Power of Jesus
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The Preaching of Jesus
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The Passion of Jesus
Description: This four-part, fifty-two week study
is based on the Chronological Life of Christ by Mark
Moore, a professor of New Testament and Bible Interpretation
at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Cost:$5/book
Willow
Creek’s New
Community Series:
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Acts - “Build Community”
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Colossians – “Discover the New You”
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Exodus – “Journey Toward God”
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James – “Live Wisely”
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1 John – “Love Each Other”
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Philippians – “Run the Race”
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1 Peter – “Stand Strong”
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Revelation – “Experience God’s Power”
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Romans – “Find Freedom”
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Parables – Imagine Life God’s Way
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Sermon on the Mount1 – “Connect With God”
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Sermon on the Mount2 – “Connect With Others”
Description: This is a high-impact series for experiencing
the transforming power of God’s Word in the context
of community.
Cost:$6/book
The Purpose-Driven Life
This study includes a weekly
handout and video. It
helps readers understand God’s incredible plan
for their lives and enables them to see the big picture
of what life is all about and begin to live the life
God created them to live.
The Purpose-Driven Life is a manifesto for Christian
living in the 21st century...a lifestyle based on eternal
purposes, not cultural values. Using biblical stories
and letting the Bible speak for itself, Warren clearly
explains God’s five purposes for each of us:
Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, and Evangelism.
Cost:$7/book
Better Together:What On Earth Are we Hear For?
Tough questions. Reasonable questions. The kinds of questions that require informed and satisfying answers to challenges against
Christian faith.Each guide within Tough Questions series spends six sessions dealing frankly with a specific question seekers and believers
often ask about Christianity. These thought-provoking discussions will help your group find answers and discover how reasonable the Christian faith really is.
Tough Questions Series
Willow Creek Community Church
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How Does Anyone Know God Exists?
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What Difference Does Jesus Make?
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How Reliable Is the Bible?
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How Could God Allow Suffering and Evil?
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Don’t All Religions Lead to God?
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Do Science and the Bible Conflict?
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Why Become a Christian?
Thessalonica was a city of size and influence. It
appears to have been a very busy, prosperous, and diverse
area- the perfect place for the message of God's grace
through His Son Jesus to take root and spread, but
also a place where it would meet significant resistance.
Thessalonica was a tough place for new followers of
Christ to grow up in their faith.
Have you ever thought of the Apostle Paul as a concerned
parent? Paul's letters to the church in Thessalonica
are full of parental affection and advice. One can't
help but be touched by his strong desire to be with
his new converts- to protect, guide, prepare, and comfort
them. David Faust leads us through this inspiring study
of 1 & 2 Thessalonians.
Book of James, Volumes
I and II
Description: Developing a Faith that Works will engage
your small groups in an enriching verse-by-verse study
of the book of James using this video-based curriculum.
Volumes 1 and 2 of the teaching videos each contain
six lessons taught by Pastor Rick Warren. The accompanying
study guide has lesson outlines with fill-ins to complete
during the teaching, and discussion questions each
week focusing in on each of the five Biblical purpose
of life (fellowship, discipleship, ministry, evangelism
and worship). The 1st volume in covers James 1:1 – 2:20
and the 2nd volume covers James 3:1 – 5:20.
Simply Christians
by:Sam Stone
Description:
The September 18, 2002, New York Times reported on the growth rate of religious groups
in the U.S. with one million or more adherents. Many were surprised to learn that the
second-fastest-growing religious group in America over the past 10 years was the
fellowship of Christian Churches and Churches of Christ. Between 1990 and 2000, these
churches increased by 18.6 percent. This fact should not have been surprising.
The goal of these churches resonates with man people. This book will
answer 2 questions: Who are these people and what do they believe?
Cost:$9/book
Inside Out Living Series
Saddle Back Church
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Living a Blessed Life
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Living Beyond Yourself
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Living in Pursuit of God
Living a Blessed Life – In this volume of our four-part series, Pastor Lance Witt of
Saddleback Church will engage groups in an enriching, verse-by-verse discussion of the Beatitudes, and living
as salt and light, as found in Matthew 5:1–16. Living Beyond Yourself – The primary focus of this volume is relationships, and it includes Jesus’ teaching
on anger management, faithfulness in marriage, being both truthful and trustworthy, and loving our enemies. Living in Pursuit of God – Six, in-depth, verse-by-verse studies of Jesus’ teaching on the Lord’s Prayer, fasting,
materialism, and storing up treasures in Heaven.
The Truth Project
Focus on the Family
Description:
In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the
evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview.1
Because of this, today's believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is
rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and we begin to wonder what life's ultimate
purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation.To counter this slide within the body of Christ, Focus
on the Family is launching one of the most ambitious and powerful projects in the history of our ministry—The Truth Project.
The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 12 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home
study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance
and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.We believe this one project represents the possibility for
exponential change within the body of Christ, as we expect that thousands will be transformed by this curriculum.
As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world.
Experiencing God
by:Henry Blackaby
Description:
God is not simply the subject of our Bible study. Rather, He is a person who loves and longs to enter into relationship with us.
In this contemporary classic Blackaby and King will share with you how God longs to share Himself, His purposes and His ways with
you so that you can more fully share in His mission to this broken world. Seize this opportunity to experience the width
and length, height and depth of God's great love for you.
Cost:$15/book
The Life You've Always Wanted
by:John Ortberg
Description:
The heart of Christianity is transformation—a relationship with God that impacts not just our “spiritual lives,” but every aspect of living.
John Ortberg calls readers back to the dynamic heartbeat of Christianity—God’s power to bring change and growth—and reveals both the how and why of transformation.
With a new chapter on prayer and added discussion questions, this expanded edition of The Life You’ve Always Wanted offers modern perspectives on the ancient path of the
spiritual disciplines. But this is more than just a book about things to do to be a good Christian. It’s a road map toward true transformation that starts
not with the individual but with the object of the journey—Jesus Christ.
As with a marathon runner, the secret to winning the race lies not in trying harder, but in training consistently—training with the spiritual disciplines.
The disciplines are neither taskmasters nor an end in themselves. Rather they are exercises that build strength and endurance for the road of growth. The fruit of
the Spirit—joy, peace, kindness, etc.—are the signposts along the way.
Paved with humor and sparkling anecdotes, The Life You’ve Always Wanted is an encouraging and challenging approach to a Christian life that’s worth
living—a life on the edge that fills an ordinary world with new meaning, hope, change, and joy.
Strength For Journey
by:Jeff Snell
Description:
Strength For the Jouney is the first in a series of small group studies called the 3:16 Series.
This series, when completed, will allow your small group, Sunday school class, or just you personally study through the New Testament.
The journey for many first-century believers was difficult because they had not fully grasped the magnitude of this new
covenant relationship with Jesus Christ. The book of Hebrews was written for these new believers to help them understand
that Jesus is their High Priest and that he and he alone can strenghten them for the journey of life.
This faith-building study reminds us that Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Strength For the Journey, a study through
the book of Hebrews, is written by Jeff Snell. Jeff is a Professor of Preaching and New Testament at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, MO.
Cost:$8/book
Unquenchable Faith
by:David Faust
Description:
Thessalonica was a city of size and influence. It appears to have been a very busy, prosperous, and diverse area- the perfect place for the
message of God's grace through His Son Jesus to take root and spread, but also a place where it would meet significant resistance. Thessalonica was a
tough place for new followers of Christ to grow up in their faith. Have you ever thought of the Apostle Paul as a concerned parent? Paul's letters
to the church in Thessalonica are full of parental affection and advice. One can't help but be touched by his strong desire to be with his
new converts- to protect, guide, prepare, and comfort them. David Faust leads us through this inspiring study of 1 & 2 Thessalonians.
Cost:$8/book
A Spiritual Roadmap in a Mixed up World: A Study of 1 Thessalonians
1 Thessalonians, Volume I
1 Thessalonians, Volume II
Description:
1 Thessalonians, Volume I - This is the first volume of a two volume small group study of the Book of 1 Thessalonians. This wonderful letter is important
not only for its significance as the Apostle Paul’s first letter, but also because of the guidance it offers us today for living the Christian life.
1 Thessalonians is packed with relevant and important teaching for you, your small group and your church. If 1 Thessalonians were the only book of the
Bible in your possession, you could live the Christian life as God intended.
In these six video-based sessions we will study chapters 1-3 of 1 Thessalonians, unpacking such important topics as spiritual growth, discipleship, pure motives, spiritual reproduction, and love for people.
1 Thessalonians, Volume II - Successful Christian living is largely measured by our ability to put our faith into practice in everyday life. This second volume in our small group study of the
Book of 1 Thessalonians contains very down-to-earth advice for Christian living. The practical instruction the Apostle Paul offers in this timeless letter will benefit
every person in your small group, no matter where they are in their spiritual journey. Not only will you discover timely advice, but your small
group setting will provide a ready-made laboratory for putting it into practice.
In these six video-based sessions, we will study chapters 4 and 5 of 1 Thessalonians, unpacking such important topics as living a life of sexual purity; loving insiders and reaching outsiders; spiritual laziness; small group living; and preparing for the return of Jesus Christ.
Home Builders’ Curriculum
HomeBuilders Couple Series:
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Building Your Marriage
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Building Teamwork in Your Marriage
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Building Your Mate’s Self-Esteem
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Growing Together in Christ
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Improving Communication In Your Marriage
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Improving Your Parenting
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Making Your Remarriage Last
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Mastering Money In Your Marriage
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Overcoming Stress In Your Marriage
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Resolving Conflict In Your Marriage
Description: This series is designed to strengthen
marriages and develop supportive relationships with
other couples. Whether you've been married for years,
or newly married, this series will help you and your
spouse discover timeless principles from God's Word
that you can apply to your marriage. There's no better
way to build your marriage than in the fun and friendly
environment of a small group Bible study.
Men’s Curriculum
What Works for Men: Regaining Lost Ground
This book is a down-to-earth, practical and do able
guide to becoming a man of character.
Men’s Curriculum
Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit
by:Beth Moore
Through her passionate writing and teaching, Beth provides biblical instruction from the Book of Galatians, emphasizing
Galatians 5:22-23. Through personal study, teaching sessions, and other online features, you will be equipped and empowered
to live by the Spirit, be led by the Spirit, keep in step with the Spirit and be filled with the Spirit.
Women’s Curriculum
The Excellent Wife
Here is a scripturally based blueprint for the woman
who truly desires to be the wife God intended her to
be. This book is based on Proverbs 31:10: An excellent
wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels.
Thousands of women have already discovered the worth
of this volume and testify to lives and marriages changed
because of a commitment to the principles presented
here. If this is a commitment you have made, or want
to make, The Excellent Wife answers the difficult questions
facing you today.