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Learn from Elijah about living in an increasingly threatening world. A series of 8 studies for small groups or individuals from the bestselling Lifebuilder range. A topic that's right for our times also features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a "now or later" section in each study.

A throwaway woman who is redeemed by Christ. A blind beggar who is given sight. A doubting disciple who discovers faith. A jailer who is freed from internal prisons. These are some of the ordinary people who were touched by Jesus. Through their stories you will meet the Saviour as well.10 studies for individuals or groups. The revised titles feature questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a 'now or later' section in each study.

We all need heroes. We respect and value the people who have set an example for our lives.The writer of Hebrews set up an entire gallery of spiritual portraits for us toremember and pattern our lives after. These eight studies cover: Abel, Noah, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Moses and Rahab, and their faith in particular circumstances.Heroes of Faith will introduce you not just to a series of Bible characters but also to a fascinating collection of role models who will help you forge your own heroic faith.

Don Baker begins this guide by saying, "God has given me free will, and while I appreciate his confidence in my ability to choose, there are times when I wish that he would make the decisions for me". Unfortunately, the Bible cannot give us the answer to every choice we face either. But the Bible does teach us how to make decisions. And these 10 studies will help you to learn those principles and apply them to your life. This Lifebuilder Bible Study in the new revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a new "Now or Later" section in each study.

Ask a woman about love and you are likely to hear about heartbreak. Ask about her identity, and shame and frustration leak out. Ask about rest and enjoyment, and you will hear laments about time and busyness. We live a small fraction of the life God has for us. The Bible stories in this study follow the journeys of women such as Sarai, Puah and Shiphrah, Ruth, Hagar, Naomi, Hannah and Mary, who learned in the crucible of hardships that God's invitation to them was to live wholehearted lives.

Christian beliefs are vital to Christian living. They are the foundation of a healthy relationship with God and others. These 12 studies explore what every Christian should know about God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, human nature, salvation, the church, revelation and the last things. The top-selling LifeBuilder Bible Studies have helped millions of people dig deeper into the Bible, individually and in groups. This revised edition features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with expanded leader's notes and an extra 'Now or Later' section in each study.

Joseph went through some hard times; sold into slavery, falsely accused of rape and imprisoned for many years. Yet Joseph was able to live in forgiveness and hope, and God did great things each step of the way. As we read his story we will find our own place in the journey to seeing God's dreams fulfilled in and through us. Nine studies for individuals and small groups. This revised Lifebuilder Bible Study features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with expanded leader's notes and an extra 'Now or Later' section in each study.

Nehemiah was a leader who faced opposition and difficulty from every side - even from his own people. Yet he stood against the enemy and trusted God. Although we may never confront our enemies in war, we can learn from Nehemiah's courage and faith as we struggle with the world and its values. This LifeBuilder Bible Study features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with leader's notes; and a Now or Later section in each study.

These studies from Old and New Testament passages show us how to develop traits of a godly woman: how to be strong, trustworthy, wise, resourceful, forgiving, beautiful, content, confident-and how to claim God's grace when we fall short. This Lifebuilder Study in the new revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a "Now or Later" section in each study.

The events that took place in Jesus' final week of life - Palm Sunday, the Last Supper, the trial, Jesus' death and his resurrection - are foundational to our Christian lives and to our salvation. Focusing on these events day by day brings new understanding to who Jesus is and how he loves us.This LifeBuilder Bible Study in the new revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a "Now or Later" section in each study.

God has given us boundaries, but these do more than restrict, they give freedom.They are words of prevention, but also of protection. They are the words that define identity - ours and God's;They affirm our dependence on God and on each other. Each of the twelve studies in this guide looks at one of God's commandments and a Bible passage that will help us better understand how to apply God's law. As we study these laws, we will encounter God himself. The top-selling LifeBuilder Bible Studies have helped millions of people dig deeper into the Bible, individually and in groups.

In today's world it's easy to wander away from God. Hectic schedules and the quest for success often mean that time with God gets neglected. But if we slow down long enough to listen, these three minor prophets - Jonah, Joel and Amos - can have a major impact on the quality of our lives. 12 studies for individuals or groups. This revised study features additional questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, together with expanded leader's notes and an extra "now or later" section in each study.

This is a crucial study for those asking God 'Why?' Job's persistence in seeking an answer from God as to why he was suffering has many lessons to teach us. These 12 studies will help anyone who is wrestling with God. This revised title features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a 'now or later' section in each study.