The New Testament Challenge Study Journal


Book Description

The New Testament Challenge is designed to help small-group members explore the books of the New Testament in a fresh and new way. In this Bible study (DVD/digital downloads sold separately), participants will learn how the story of God restoring his original creation—which was begun in the Old Testament—reached its crowning moment with the birth of Messiah into the world. Through Jesus' birth, he answered the question once and for all of who God is and what he is like. Through Jesus' teaching, he revealed the deepest meaning of the laws and institutions that God gave to the people of Israel. Through Jesus' death and resurrection, he introduced the life of the age to come into the present age. Group members will also discover how the followers of Jesus formed a new community and invited people from all over the world to join them, and how the Bible looks ahead to the day when Christ will return to renew all of creation and establish God's justice and peace on the earth. Sessions include: Luke–Acts Luke–Acts, 1–2 Thessalonians 1–2 Corinthians, Galatians, Romans Romans, Colossians, Ephesians, Philemon, Philippians, 1 Timothy, Titus, 2 Timothy Matthew Hebrews, James, Mark 1–2 Peter, Jude, John 1–3 John, Revelation Designed for use with The New Testament Challenge Video Study (sold separately).




The New Testament Challenge


Book Description

Have you ever wanted to understand, or deepen your understanding of the Bible, but didn't know where to start? You may have thought, "If only someone would walk me through the Bible!" If you can relate, then The New Testament Challenge is for you. What if you could actually turn back the clock and understand the Bible like someone living in Israel 2000 years ago? Taking The New Testament Challenge will help you do just that. This book teaches you how to apply the best-selling book of all time (the Bible) to your life. It will also encourage you to think about what the authors meant in their writings and even how the original audience heard the message. Did you know there are 260 chapters in the New Testament? That means if you study one chapter a day, five days a week, you will cover the New Testament in exactly one year. Each daily entry is meant to be read with a chapter of the Bible and contains a main point, scripture verse, journal question and a prayer. The New Testament Challenge is a great tool that can be used for personal or even group study. Take the challenge, grow your understanding of God's Word and uncover how the timeless truths of the Bible are as relevant today as they ever were!




The New Testament Challenge Leader's Kit


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In this eight-session Bible study, pastor and author Jeff Manion guides participants through the books of the New Testament and reveals how the story of God's redemption reached its fullness in Jesus Christ.




New Testament Challenge


Book Description

This combination reading plan and study guide challenges you to read the entire New Testament of the Bible in 10 weeks. You even get one day off per week! You will also be equipped to produce your own commentary on the text as you study by answering questions associated with each day's assigned reading. No more excuses, embark on your journey through the New Testament today.




Pure Joy


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Discovering true joy in your life can be as simple as spending 31 days journaling through the Pure Joy Bible reading plan. This Bible reading plan and journal provides 31 Scripture references for a month-long adventure of cultivating a happy heart. The daily focus word and simple memory statement will remind you of the rich depth God's Word provides. Specifically designed to help you remember to spend time with God each day and enjoy his love letter to you., the simplicity of this Bible reading plan and journal makes it one you'll long to share with others. Give God's Word the opportunity to soak into your soul and help you remember all the reasons you should be glad!




The Bible Recap


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Have you ever closed your Bible and thought, What did I just read? Whether you're brand-new to the Bible or you grew up in the second pew, reading Scripture can feel confusing or boring at times. Understanding it well seems to require reading it thoroughly (and even repeatedly), but who wants to read something they don't understand? If you've ever wanted to read through the Bible or even just wanted to want to read it, The Bible Recap is here to help. Following a chronological Bible reading plan, these recaps explain and connect the story of Scripture, section by section. Soon you'll see yourself as a child of God who knows and loves His Word in the ways you've always hoped for. You don't have to go to seminary. You don't need a special Bible. Just start reading this book alongside your Bible and see what God has to say about Himself in the story He's telling. "Tara-Leigh gets me excited to read the Bible. Period. I have found a trusted guide to walk me into deeper understanding of the Scriptures."--MICHAEL DEAN MCDONALD, the Bible Project




The New Testament You Never Knew Bible Study Guide


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Do you know the real story behind the New Testament? We all share a fascination for discovering ‘the rest of the story.’ We enjoy learning the behind-the-scenes facts about seemingly familiar events. In The New Testament You Never Knew, well-known Bible scholars N.T. Wright and Michael F. Bird team up to take you on a tour of the explosive story behind the story of the New Testament. You will discover things you never knew about... The political upheaval of the day that made the nature of Jesus' coming so unexpected The underlying meanings behind Jesus' parables and miracles The Kingdom of God and why everything about it was so shocking The resurrection and why, despite repeated predictions, no one saw it coming The mission of the church and how it is more complex than we realize The transforming power of Jesus and how it can still turn the world upside down today Through reading the New Testament we continually discover that God indeed keeps his promises, but those promises don’t always look like what people expected. Especially when it comes to Jesus. So, come join the journey to discover why N.T. Wright calls the New Testament "one of the most explosive books ever written." The study guide (DVD/video streaming sold separately) includes teaching notes, discussion questions, Bible exploration, personal study and reflection materials, as well as interesting facts about the New Testament. Sessions include: The Books of the New Testament The World of Jesus and the Apostles The Life and Death of Jesus The Resurrection of Jesus The Ministry of the Apostle Paul The Early Christians and the Church The Mission of the Church The Creation of the New Testament Designed for use with The New Testament You Never Knew Video Study (9780310085287), sold separately.




Jesus and the Land


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Describes first-century Jewish and Christian beliefs about the land of Israel and examines present-day tensions, helping readers develop a Christian theology of the land.




Women in the New Testament


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Much of the history of women, in religion as in other fields, is lost because it was overlooked or considered unimportant. It is therefore surprising that so many fragments of women's stories survive in the New Testament texts composed by men. Why did they include so many references to women and why are women, as a group, treated so positively by the male New Testament writers? Women in the New Testament shows how the stories of women are an integral part of the Gospel and its meaning for us. It also relays how we can respond to the challenge these women represent, whether we are men trying to understand or women trying to find our voices within the tradition of faith found in the New Testament. Chapter one discusses three women of expectant faith. Chapters two and three deal with women who are changed by Jesus. Chapter four focuses on New Testament women of influence. Chapters five and six show how women disciples spread and gave shape to the gospel message. Chapters are "Women of Expectant Faith," “Women Changed by Jesus,” “More Women Changed by Jesus,” “Women of Prominence,” “Women and Discipleship,” and “More Women and Discipleship.” Mary Ann Getty-Sullivan, PhD, teaches at St. Vincent College and St. Vincent Seminary, Latrobe, Pennsylvania. She is the author of First and Second Corinthians from the Collegeville Bible Commentary series, author of the God Speaks to Us series of children's books, and editor of the Zacchaeus Studies: New Testament series published by The Liturgical Press. "




Press In


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Do you feel distant from God? Have you ever felt like God wasnt listening to you or that He didnt care? Do you feel like you are having trouble hearing from God or seeing Him at work in your life? Are you having difficulty spending time with the Lord? Press In, the 40-Day Journal, Bible Study, and Prayer Challenge, will open your eyes to Gods presence in your life and allow you to see His hand on you in a more personal way. Journaling, as a spiritual discipline, is not just one more thing that should be done but an incredible avenue and opportunity to enhance the spiritual disciplines of daily prayer and Bible study in your life. By traveling down this 40-day journey of journaling, my prayer for you is that you will experience God in a fresh, new, and intimate way. Press In will guide you through the process of journaling, Bible study, and prayer to help you with the following: Recognize the benefits and blessings of seeking the Lord Set the stage: Getting started with your quiet times Provide practical tips, strategies, and examples from experienced journalers Draw closer to God Learn who you are and Whose you are The goal of Press In is to help you grow closer to God and recognize His hand on your life, as well as learn how to record and remember His faithfulness in your life so that you can move forward in the strength of His presence. Press In allows you to dive in on Day 1 with a freedom to just get started without fear of whether you are doing it the right way. You will walk away equipped with a tool belt of various approaches to consider as you develop your unique approach to spiritual journaling so that you can press on in your journey as you press in to His presence.