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Level 1: Designed to Help You "Connect" with Christ and Other Believers
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When we strip away what is superficial, cultural or traditional, what is the essence of genuine Christianity? What qualities and beliefs must be present in a living and life-changing faith? John's letters focus on the three most important aspects of the Christian life. With power and simplicity, he helps us focus our attention on what really matters--both now and for eternity. |
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Luke: New Hope, New Joy: Ada Lum Scripture tells us that hope does not have to be an illusion. It is God's pure intent that we should be secure and happy. The problem is that we work for it in our limited ways instead of living and working with God in His liberating ways. Good news. It was good news not only of Jesus' birth but of what He offered to everyone throughout his ministry. To the sick He offered healing. To the hurting, comfort. To the outcast, acceptance. In this study guide you will discover that this message of hope and joy is for you as well. |
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Genesis: God's Creative Call: Charles & Anne Hummel
Genesis tells us that even the giants of faith--Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Joseph--struggled to obey their Creator. But Genesis also reveals the amazing truth that the God who called a world and a nation into being also calls each of us to serve Him. The Creator and Controller of the universe reveals Himself as the Lord and Judge of history, which has a purpose and a goal. |
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Come Thirsty: Max Lucado Just as we require water, we need spiritual sustenance. In a refreshingly uncomplicated book, Max Lucado leads us to the four essential nutrients needed by every soul. |
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The Five Love Languages: Gary Chapman Dr. Gary Chapman shows how different people express love in different ways. What speaks volumes to you may be meaningless to your spouse. Here is a key to understanding each other's unique needs. Apply the right principles, learn the right language, and soon you'll know the profound satisfaction and joy of being able to express your love--and feeling truly loved in return. The study guide is downloadable from the Love Languages web site. |
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A great series on building strong marriages and families. In this six-session small group edition DVD curriculum, authors Les and Leslie Parrott show you how the same forces that can chip away at a marriage can become the catalyst for new relational depth and richness-provided you make wise choices. Whether the problem is major or mild, you'll learn how to transform nettlesome issues into loving opportunities. After learning the invaluable principles the Parrotts reveal in this small group kit, you never look at everyday problems in your marriage the same way again! Six sessions. |
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An excellent study on strengthening the marital love relationship. Fun and easy to facilitate. As essential as eggs to an omelet, communication is a necessary ingredient to lasting and healthy love relationships. The Parrotts can help you identify your interaction style, what to do and not do. Discover how to take your conversations to a deeper level and begin talking your way to a happier and stronger marriage. |
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The Life You've Always Wanted: John Ortberg What does true spiritual life really look like? What keeps you from living such a life? How can you pursue it? |
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Breakaway: Andy Stanley A great challenge to allow God’s truth to transform our minds and then to impact our decision-making so that we can live “breakaway” lives. |
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The Purpose Driven Life: Rick Warren What on earth are you here for? By first understanding God's plan for our lives, we can then see the big picture of what life is all about and begin to live the life God has in mind for us. The book is divided into 40 chapters and you are encouraged to read one per day and then gather with your small group to discuss and complete the workbook. |
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Good Sense: Willow Creek Good Sense seeks to offer solid, biblically-based teaching and practical, easy–to–use tools for developing healthy financial habits. Dick Towner teaches the entire course using DVD format. |
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You will benefit from this study in four ways: by learning the true purpose of prayer, understanding the roles of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit in your prayer, learning how to pray effectively and discovering how to use the great power available through prayer. |
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The saints and mystics have learned how to hear the voice of the will of God in stillness; how to pass from mere words to the prayer of silence, how to become brave enough to pray the prayer that reaches and shares pain. But the directions they give from high up on the ladder of prayer are not much help to those of us who are still stumbling about below. This book gives us instructions as to how to begin where we are now--at the beginning. |