Four Views of the End Times Leader Guide


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This is the Leader Guide for the Four Views of the End Times small group study. What does the Bible actually say about the end times that lead to the return of Jesus Christ? The differing ideasthat divide believers into four major points-of-view are examined in the Four Views of the End Times video-basedsmall group study. This six-session study takes a look at four different Revelation time lines and tackles DispensationalPremillennialism, Postmillennialism, Historic Premillennialism, and Amillennialism. For each view, the study includes adefinition, supporting Scriptures, a time line of the view's popularity, and a sampling of Christian leaders supportingthat view. Common questions and answers are handled as part of each session, so you don’t need to be the expert to be the leader. This is the Leader Guide only, not the entire kit. About speaker and author, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones: Dr. Jones serves as Professor of Leadership and Church Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.




Four Views of the End Times Participant Guide


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What does the Bible actually say about the end times that lead to the return of Jesus Christ? The Participant Guide for the Four Views of the End Times, part of a video-based small group study that studies the four major end time views, will help you understand the different viewpoints regarding end times prophecy. Four Views of the End Times is asmall group study that takes a look at four different Revelation time lines and tackles DispensationalPremillennialism, Postmillennialism, Historic Premillennialism, and Amillennialism, the four major end times viewpoints. For each view, Four Views of the End Times includes adefinition, supporting Scriptures, a time line of the view's popularity, and a sampling of Christian leaders supportingthat view. Common questions and answers are discussed as part of each session, so anyone can be part of the study group. About speaker and author, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones: Dr. Jones serves as Professor of Leadership and Church Ministry at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.




Christianity, Cults and Religions Participant Guide


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Christians need to know what they believe. Christianity, Cults & Religions Participants Guide is part of a 6-session DVD-based curriculum for small groups who want to know the differences between Christianity and Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam. Christianity, Cults & Religions shows you what the Bible says about God, Jesus, salvation, life after death, and more.




Four Views of the End Times


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So what does the Bible actually say about the end times that lead to the return of Jesus Christ? The differing ideas that divide believers into four major points-of-view are examined in the Four Views of the End Times pamphlet. This bestseller tackles Pre- and Post-millennialism, as well as Historic Premillennialism and Amillennialism in12 panels of objective information. For each view, the glossy full-color pamphlet includes a definition of the position with supporting Scriptures, a time line of the view's popularity, and a sampling of Christian leaders supporting that view. Size: 8.5x 5.5 unfolds to 33 long. Fits inside most Bible covers. The events leading up to the return of Jesus Christ are controversial, and many Christians identify with one of four positions: Dispensational Premillennialism, Historic Premillennialism, Amillennialism, or Postmillennialism. The Four Views of the End Times pamphlet makes the viewpoints and their biblical support easy to understand. Packed with information regarding what Jesus and Paul taught about the end times, the pamphlet also includes a list of important terms and their definitions, such as: Church Eschatology Rapture The Great Tribulation Preterism Four Views of the End Times pamphlet addresses end-time eschatology, outlining the four major points of view regarding events leading up to the second coming of Christ. Below is the outline applied to each of the four views with a few examples: What is emphasized by the view Which Scriptures seem to support the position The time period for the view's main popularity Dispensational Premillennialism Gained acceptance in the 1800s and is still widespread Historic PremillennialismThe earliest view following the time of the apostles Amillennialism Emerged in the 5th century; championed by St. Augustine Postmillennialism Became popular in the 1800s but decreased in 1900s as a result of the Great Depression A graphic timeline showing the order of events held by that view A sampling of Christian leaders sharing the viewpoint Dispensational Premillennialism Dr. Charles Stanley Rev. Tim Lahaye Hal Lindsay Historic Premillennialism Justin Martyr AD 100-165 John Warwick Montgomery - current Amillennialism Martin Luther John Calvin Postmillennialism Jonathan Edwards C. H. Spurgeon R.C. Sproul




Christianity, Cults and Religions


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How is Mormonism different from Christianity? When Jehovah's Witnesses say they believe in Jesus, what do they actually believe about him? What is the difference between Sunni and Shi'ite Muslims? What do I say to a friend, neighbor or co-worker of another faith? This study explains the history, background, and beliefs of the largest world religions and cultic groups, including Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Mormonism, Jehovah's Witnesses, and more. This Study Will Help You: Learn about the most common world religions and cults and how they compare to Christianity Know what you believe and why Learn how to share the Gospel with those of other faiths You don't have to be an expert to lead this six-session study. Perfect for small groups, Bible studies, adult Sunday school, or for individual use. Book jacket.




How We Got the Bible Leader Guide


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Have you ever wondered who wrote the books in your Bible and how they ended up together? Has anyone ever told you that some books were cut out of the Bible or that the stories of Jesus in the Gospels can't be trusted? Through these six sessions, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones will answer your questions about how we got the Bible. Designed for use with the How We Got the Bible Made Easy DVD Bible Study, the Leader Guide will assist group leaders in facilitating the study. These additional resources are also available (each sold separately): A Complete Kit (UPC 031809035658 or ISBN 9781628622072) which contains a DVD plus additional resourcesThe DVD Bible Study for which the guide is designed to be used with (UPC 031809035665 or ISBN 9781628622065)Paperback edition of the participant guide (ISBN 9781628622126, also available as an e-book) with session outlines, discussion questions, definitions, and timelines. Buy a copy of the participant guide for each person.How We Got the Bible (ISBN 9781628622164), a 184-page reference handbook (included in the Complete Kit mentioned above).How We Got the Bible PowerPoint (ISBN 9781890947460) with dozens of slides providing even more in-depth information.




Christianity, Cults and Religions Leader Guide


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Teach about cults and religions without being an expert. This is the Leader Guide that goes with the 6-session DVD for small groups that wish to know more about the differences between various religions and cult groups, from a Christian perspective.




Feasts of the Bible Leader Guide


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This is the companion leader guide to the Feasts of the Bible 6-Session DVD-based Study. It gives the leader everything needed to host this fascinating topic as a Sunday school class, small group, or home fellowship. Leading this study is easy, because all of the teaching is done by Dr. Sam Nadler, the presenter on the DVD. The Leader Guide contains tips for opening each session, how much time to spend on each part of the discussion, additional Old Testament information about types of offerings, the role of the priests, the meaning of Jesus' teaching that he was "Lord of the Sabbath," and Frequently Asked Questions. Includes discussion questions, quizzes, a place to list prayer requests, a calendar of the feasts (they change dates each year) and diagrams and charts for the tabernacle and the feasts of the Lord. Some Christians miss the importance of the biblical feasts, seeing them as merely ""Jewish"" holidays, but Scripture says these are the Feasts of the Lord God established for all people for all time. Now you can connect the Hebrew roots of Christianity and the symbolism that points to Jesus Christ using this6-session DVD-based study, The Feasts of the Bible. This is the ultimate 6-session DVD-based study on the feasts and holidays of the Bible. Dr. Sam Nadler is your guide through the feasts. Brought up in a traditional Jewish home, Sam came to believe in Jesus as Messiah. He served with Jews for Jesus, Chosen People Ministries, and is now president of Word of Messiah Ministries.




Christian History Made Easy Leader Guide


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People and Events Every Christian Should Know In this 12-session DVD-based study, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones takes you through the most important events in Christian history from the time of the apostles to today. He brings to life the fascinating people and events that shaped our world. This isn’t dry names and dates. It’s full of dramatic stories told with a touch of humor. This series, based on Dr. Jones’s popular award-winning book Christian History Made Easy, ties in spiritual lessons believers can glean by looking at the past, and shows how God was still working in his church despite all the ups and downs. You will learn: • The fascinating stories of people such as St. Patrick, Martin Luther, and Augustine. • People who changed history: Constantine, Charlemagne, and Francis of Assisi • How we got the Bible that we read today — John Wycliffe, William Tyndale and others. • The Middle Ages and the Reformation: Kings and Queens, Monks and Reformers • Where church doctrines and practices originated. • How the Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant churches came to be. • Reason and Revival - How modernity and the scientific revolution affected Christianity. • How Christianity has spread around the world You don’t have to be an expert to lead this 12-session study. Perfect for small groups, Bible studies, or personal use. Ages: Young adult to adult. The Sessions The 12 sessions cover major eras and topics with plenty of stories and humor. You’ll cover the early church, monasticism, medieval conflicts, the Protestant Reformation, the Great Awakening, 19th-century missions, modernity, and postmodernism.




Christian History Made Easy Participant Guide


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People and Events Every Christian Should Know In this 12-session DVD-based study, Dr. Timothy Paul Jones takes you through the most important events in Christian history from the time of the apostles to today. He brings to life the fascinating people and events that shaped our world. This isn’t dry names and dates. It’s full of dramatic stories told with a touch of humor. This series, based on Dr. Jones’s popular award-winning book Christian History Made Easy, ties in spiritual lessons believers can glean by looking at the past, and shows how God was still working in his church despite all the ups and downs. You will learn: • The fascinating stories of people such as St. Patrick, Martin Luther, and Augustine. • People who changed history: Constantine, Charlemagne, and Francis of Assisi • How we got the Bible that we read today — John Wycliffe, William Tyndale and others. • The Middle Ages and the Reformation: Kings and Queens, Monks and Reformers • Where church doctrines and practices originated. • How the Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant churches came to be. • Reason and Revival - How modernity and the scientific revolution affected Christianity. • How Christianity has spread around the world You don’t have to be an expert to lead this 12-session study. Perfect for small groups, Bible studies, or personal use. Ages: Young adult to adult. The Sessions The 12 sessions cover major eras and topics with plenty of stories and humor. You’ll cover the early church, monasticism, medieval conflicts, the Protestant Reformation, the Great Awakening, 19th-century missions, modernity, and postmodernism.