Bible Study Relationships

Foundational Book of Series! This book addresses the following question: What does it mean to be a true Jesus follower? re you ready to deepen your relationship with Christ? "The Jesus Follower Bible Study" invites you on a transformative journey to discover what it truly means to be a follower of Jesus. This isn't just another study; it's a heartfelt exploration into the very essence of discipleship and the life-changing power of faith. This book addresses the fundamental question, "What does it mean to be a true Jesus follower?" If I claim to follow Jesus, then what should my life look ...

Studying the Bible is one of the best ways to deepen your intimacy with God. "Understanding the Book of Exodus" is a comprehensive Bible study guide that offers detailed summaries of each chapter in Exodus. With this guide, you will embark on a transformative journey, tracing the steps of the Israelites towards Canaan. Engaging and Insightful: Detailed Chapter Summaries: Gain a clear and concise understanding of each chapter in Exodus, capturing the essence of the Israelites' journey and God's divine interventions. Thematic Exploration: Explore key themes that resonate deeply with your ...

The Jerusalem temple was the focal point of the celebration of the seven feast days of the Lord. Those feast days, overseen by the Levitical priesthood, were a foundational part of the Law of Moses. The feast days were to be celebrated as long as the Law of Moses was in effect. All agree that the first four feast days were prophetic foreshadows of the ministry of Christ, his passion and resurrection. All agree that the final three feast days foreshadowed the coming kingdom, Judgment, Day of the Lord, Resurrection and the New Creation. The first four of the feast days were fulfilled while ...

How do you build a life of significance? As pastor and writer Jeff Manion shares in Dream Big, Think Small, truly great lives are built on the foundation of a holy redundancy - a persistence and determination to move faithfully in the right direction. So many believers want their lives to count, but they are impatient with the slow pace at which goodness grows. Many of us struggle to embrace the faithfulness required to show up day after day after day.

In the beginning, God created Adam. Then he made Eve. And ever since we’ve been picking up the pieces. Loveology is a theology of love from God’s point of view. The five sessions start with God’s design for marriage and works backward, dealing with sexuality, romance, singleness, and what it means to be male and female. Pastor and writer John Mark Comer shares about what is right in male/female relationships - what God intended in the Garden. And about what is wrong - the fallout in a post-Eden world.

Working through the book of Job, Sarah Walton (author of Hope When It Hurts) and her husband Jeff reflect on their own experiences in a marriage that has faced chronic illness, baggage from the past, a child with neurological challenges, and financial difficulties—and show how to cling to Christ and each other. This is not a "how-to" guide on having the best marriage, but rather, a walk alongside you and your spouse, sharing the realities of suffering and the effects it can have on a marriage.

Jesus of Galilee taught through stories, which even today contain the power to startle us out of our prejudices and preconceptions. Now Father Andrew M. Greeley, one of America's most beloved storytellers, examines the parables told by Jesus in search of a fuller understanding of the man and his message. This engaging and informal collection of homilies reveals a Jesus whose simple parables carry profound lessons about the Kingdom of Heaven.

Prayer has an eight-step process. Everyone goes through the process every time they pray. Because most people are unaware that the process is going on, they do not take advantage of those things that can have a powerful impact on the outcome of their prayers and their responses in return. This lack of knowledge can result in more effective or almost non-existent prayer life. In either case, your prayer life is affected. This book helps give an explanation of how this process works, how it impacts your prayer life, and how it also affects your relationship with the One who responds to your ...

In this series, we will attempt to reclaim the sacredness of friendship. We will begin by developing a sound definition of friendship. Then, we will reflect on some godly wisdom as it relates to friendship. After that, we will examine godly examples of friendship, examine our own motives in the relationships that we pursue, learn the difference between subjects and objects, and, finally, we will talk about the importance of boundaries and how to manage the territory that lies between friendship and romance.

It's a wonderful secret the Jewish people have known for centuries. A gift Christians have neglected for far too long. It is the life-transforming power of the "Prophetic Blessing." And in this remarkable audio book by pastor and New York Times best-selling author John Hagee, you'll learn what it is, the way it is presented throughout the narrative of Scripture, and most importantly, how you can release it into the lives of your loved ones and receive it in your own life.

Very rarely in the Bible does God command someone to "stay". He opens a door, and then he invites us to walk through it—into the unknown. And how we choose to respond will ultimately determine the lives we will lead and the people we will become. In fact, to fail to embrace the open door is to miss the work God has made for us to do. In All the Places to Go...How Will You Know?, best-selling author John Ortberg opens our eyes to the countless doors God places before us every day.

Newly revised and rewritten in 2023! When God’s love transforms us, we walk in love toward others. We desire the best for people, and we encourage them to aim for that spiritual promotion in their lives. In Love: Four Week Mini Bible Study, we will talk about God’s love and loving others. God has a plan. His plan includes intimacy, freedom, and holiness. Let’s journey closer to God’s purpose for our lives through the love He has for us. Reviews for Love Four Week Mini Bible Study “Unless one has already arrived in heaven ahead of the rest of us, they are on the journey to learn to...

Millions of married couples have pledged to "love and to cherish, until death do us part." Most of us understand and get the love part... but what does it mean to cherish your spouse? Why do we say it once at the wedding and then rarely ever mention it again? In this six-session audio Bible study, bestselling author Gary Thomas draws on personal stories and teachings from the Bible to show how cherishing can have a powerful effect on marriage.

Embark on a transformative journey through the timeless wisdom of the Song of Solomon in "Redeeming Love." Delve into the depths of one of the most enigmatic and passionate books of the Bible as it unveils the secrets of true love, intimacy, and devotion. In this captivating exploration, Pastor Scott delves into the rich tapestry of the Song of Solomon, revealing profound insights into the nature of love, romance, and relationships. Drawing upon biblical scholarship and practical wisdom, he unpacks the mysteries of sex and intimacy, offering guidance for couples seeking to deepen their ...

Join Andy Stanley for Twisting the Truth, a six-session small-group bible study developed to help you and your group understand how truth can get twisted and distorted, and how that impacts your life. Throughout the study, Stanley exposes four destructive and all-too-prevalent lies about authority, pain, sex, and sin. They’re deceptions powerful enough to ruin our relationships, our lives, even our eternities - but only if we let them.

Why does a contented, satisfied life feel so evasive? What deep hungers drive the reckless purchasing habits, out of control accumulation, and crazy consumer lifestyle for so many of us? And why are we often driven more by what our neighbors own than what will truly make us happy? For many in the recent economic financial crisis a series of lifestyle adjustments became necessary as hours were slashed at work and paychecks diminished. Vacations were simplified or canceled, even important purchases had to be delayed and any extras were put on hold.

Do you want to increase your happiness and appreciate life more? Do you want to be constantly aware of how richly blessed you are? Do you want to focus on what really matters in life? Everybody should be able to live a happier life by constantly being grateful to God and expressing gratitude on a daily basis. We are personalizing the word of God so that you can use the word in a practical way, a way which personally applies to your life and to your circumstances.

The Book of Ruth is venerated in college literature classes as one of the most elegant love stories of all time. What most people don't realize is that it is one of the most significant New Testament books located in the Old Testament, and it stands as a pivotal study in Bible prophecy! It is an essential prerequisite to understanding the Book of Revelation! Chuck explores the many surprises hidden in the text of this charming treasure in The Romance of Redemption. Every detail of the text will evidence a skillful design beyond the skills of any human editor.

The Ultimate Guide to Christian Singleness covers a wide range of common questions Christians singles often have. Why am I still single? Is God calling me to a life of singleness? How can I use this season for God’s glory? Is God punishing me with singleness because of my past sins? How can I find a godly spouse? This book is divided into four sections which cover the common phases of Christian singleness. It has 30 short chapters, each with three reflection questions meant for small group Bible studies or individual use.

In this Audio Bible Study, pastor and author Louie Giglio explores the fundamental questions of what makes us relatable to others. He shows how God can change our perspective on relationships, bring us peace in the midst of conflict, and help us restore relationships that seem broken beyond repair.