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Prayer
101 An excerpt from The Battle Plan for Prayer Bible Study by Stephen Kendrick and Alex Kendrick What does the word “prayer” stir up in you? Does it make you feel comforted and at peace, or does it make you feel nervous and guilty? When we really stop to think about prayer, we should quickly realize what a privilege it is. God does not have to communicate with us and doesn’t need for us to communicate with Him. But, He chooses to. That’s the love of God—He chooses to involve us in His work. He wants to have a relationship with us. He wants to show Himself mighty in our lives and intercede on our behalf time and time again. When you really stop to think about it, what amazes you about prayer? The heart of prayer is simply talking to God. In this study, we are going to get a better grasp on this vital practice in our lives and then we are going to take it a step further to create a strategy for prayer. Through this study, you will learn to strategically pray for yourself, your spouse, your
kids, your lost friends. But, we have to start with the basics and lay a foundation before we can build up to large prayer strategies. So, back to the heart of prayer—how would you define prayer? Some of the words that came up in your definition might have included: petition, request, thanksgiving, praise. If God compiled a list of the top five prayers He hears, what do you think would make the list? Most likely, the list you compiled revolved around individual crises or routine rituals. Those prayers are important, but God’s Word instructs believers to be devoted to prayer. This means we must move beyond the status quo. Maybe you’re hesitant to add one more thing to your already busy schedule. What is your greatest struggle with prayer? Finding time to pray? Knowing what to pray? Something else? continued on page 14
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The Battle Plan for Prayer Bible Study by Stephen & Alex Kendrick The Battle Plan for Prayer Bible Study equips believers to develop their own prayer strategy and be specific and strategic in prayer. This study features teaching by Alex and Stephen Kendrick on the topics of: what prayer is and is not, why God wants us to pray, specific areas of prayer, specific strategies for prayer, and more. (8 sessions) lifeway.com/battleplan
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The films Fireproof, Courageous, Facing the Giants, and WAR ROOM would probably not exist without much prayer, Alex Kendrick (actor, writer, and director), and Stephen Kendrick (writer and producer). They also wrote the New York Times bestsellers The Resolution for Men and The Love Dare, among others. And they are both ordained ministers and active members of Sherwood Church in Albany, Georgia.
QUICK FACTS ABOUT WAR ROOM IN THEATERS • In its opening weekend, WAR ROOM made an estimated $11 million. • It premiered as the #2 film in the U.S., coming in just behind Straight Outta Compton, despite the fact that it was shown on fewer than half the screens. • The film climbed the ladder to the #1 movie in America by its second weekend. • On film critique site Cinema Score, War Room received an A+ rating, making it one of the best-rated films of the year.
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DISCIPLES PATH
Disciples Path is a new series of resources founded on Jesus’ model of discipleship. Created by experienced disciple makers across the nation, it is an intentional path of transformational discipleship. While most small group studies facilitate transformation through relationship and information, these disciple-making resources do it through the principles of modeling, practicing, and multiplying:
• Leaders model a biblical life • Disciples follow and practice from the leader’s example • Disciples become disciple makers and multiply through Disciples Path
The Beginning This intentional Bible study for new disciples can be used in discipleship or small groups. It introduces the basic practices and elements of the faith, including the centrality of Christ, the crucial practices of prayer and Scripture reading, engaging in community, and what it means to be on mission for God. Exercises put weekly topics into practice, and meeting times work as well in one-on-one discipleship relationships as they do with typical small groups. The Beginning is the first of six such projects in the Disciples Path series. (5 sessions)
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The Way The Way serves as the overview of the Disciples Path series and a starting point for followers of Christ who want to go deeper in their understanding and practice of discipleship. It helps new disciples walk through the Gospels, following the journey of Jesus and His methods for calling, teaching, equipping, and sending His disciples. (5 sessions)
The Truth The Truth answers the question: What does a disciple believe? It addresses the essential doctrines of the Christian faith: God as triune Creator, the reality of sin, the person and work of Christ, the kingdom of God, and the church. (6 sessions)
The Life The Life answers the question: What does a disciple do in relationship with God? It takes a deeper look at the essential spiritual disciplines and practices that help all believers mature as followers of Christ. Disciples will explore both individual disciplines and the disciplines of community. (6 sessions)
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Tell Someone You Can Share the Good News by Greg Laurie Discover the simple joy of evangelism as the good news of Jesus naturally overflows into your daily life. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/tellsomeone
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It’s Not What You Think Why Christianity Is About So Much More than Going to Heaven When You Die by Jefferson Bethke Uncover the big picture God has drawn on the pages of Scripture, and embrace the abundant life Jesus provides in the kingdom of heaven that’s coming to earth. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/notwhatyouthink
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Truth and Lies The Unlikely Role of Temptation by Tim Chaddick Learn to confront temptation in your life, and do the much more demanding work of understanding its meaning. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/truthandlies
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Horizontal Jesus How Our Relationships with Others Affect Our Experience with God by Tony Evans Allow Jesus to work horizontally through you in the lives of others, and in the process, reap blessings in your vertical relationship with God. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/horizontaljesus
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Engaging the Culture without Losing the Gospel by Russell Moore As the culture changes, it is no longer possible for Christians to pretend that we are a moral majority. That may be bad news for America, but it can be good news for the church. Nominal Christianity isn’t working. What’s needed now is neither a doubling-down on the status quo nor a retreat into isolation. Instead, we need a church that speaks to social and political issues with a bigger vision in mind: that of the gospel of Jesus Christ. As Christianity seems increasingly strange—and even subversive—to our culture, it’s time to embrace the distinctiveness of the Christian faith and even to be marginalized for the sake of the gospel. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/onward
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Dr. Russell Moore is an ordained Southern Baptist minister, the eighth president of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, and a widely sought cultural commentator. He frequently speaks about issues of theology, culture, and public policy, having been quoted or published by many of the nation’s leading news agencies and periodicals. Moore has earned a BS in history and political science, an MDiv in biblical studies, and a PhD in systematic theology. He frequently blogs at his “Moore to the Point” website and is the author or editor of five books, including Tempted and Tried, Adopted for Life, and The Kingdom of Christ.
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Unanswered Lasting Truth for Trending Questions by Jeremiah J. Johnston Equip groups for handling tough questions being asked about Christianity—inside and outside of the church. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/unanswered
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Happiness God’s Invitation to Delight, Celebration, and Joy by Randy Alcorn Discover the indisputable proof that God not only wants us to be happy but also commands it. (6 sessions)
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Steps Gospel-Centered Recovery by Matt Chandler and Michael Snetzer This discipleship program takes people to the root of sin and suffering in order to embrace the freedom found only in Christ’s redemption. Building on the incomplete truths of traditional recovery programs, Steps elevates the redeemed truths to be seen through the light of Scripture and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It includes in-depth Bible study, thorough personal assessments, insightful teaching videos, and honest interactions with a group leader and mentor. Theologically rich and steeped in the wisdom of practical biblical counseling, Steps is more than a Bible study; it’s a discipleship tool and the foundation for gospel-centered recovery. (12 sessions) lifeway.com/steps
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Matt Chandler serves as the lead pastor of teaching at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas. Under his tenure, the church has grown from 160 people to more than 10,000, including satellite campuses in Dallas and Denton. Alongside his current role as lead pastor, Matt is involved in church-planting efforts both locally and internationally through The Village, as well as in various strategic partnerships.
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MARRIAGE & FAMILY The 7 Rings of Marriage Practical Biblical Wisdom for Every Season of Your Marriage by Jackie Bledsoe From the engagement ring to years after the wedding ring, every season of a marriage requires renewed commitment, fresh perspective, and practical Biblical wisdom. Each of the seven “rings” outlined in this study will teach couples to view their marriage with the end in mind, ultimately leading to a lasting and fulfilling relationship in every stage of marriage. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/7rings
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Jackie Bledsoe is a professional blogger, author, and speaker, but first and foremost a husband and father, who encourages men to better lead and love their families through his blog, JackieBledsoe.com. He’s the author of The 7 Rings of Marriage™, and with his wife of 14 years, co-hosts “7 Rings of Marriage” Web Show.
BIBLE STUDY INSIDER INFO • This Bible study was born out of a blog post that exploded and became viral. • Jackie and his wife, Stephana, will be speaking at some LifeWay Marriage Getaways this year. • Stephana joins Jackie in his videos for the introductions to each session of the Bible study. • Each session features date night activities.
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Prayer isn’t one more thing to add to your list. Prayer empowers the list. We are not asking you to add something new, but to do what you are already doing—relying on God’s power and provision instead. We are challenging you to devote yourself to prayer. One of the game changers when it comes to prayer is recognizing how much God loves us and wants to hear from us. When we stop to remember how much God longs for us to walk so closely with Him, it really does change everything. Take a moment to read Ephesians 3:16-18 (HCSB): 16 I pray that He may grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with power in the inner man through His Spirit, 17 and that the Messiah may dwell in your hearts through faith. I pray that you, being rooted and firmly established in love, 18 may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the length and width, height and depth of God’s love. Underline the words “pray” and “love” each time you see them. How do you think your prayer life could be impacted if you prayed knowing that you are “rooted and firmly established in love”? Prayer doesn’t have to be something you are scared of or anxious about. If you remind yourself of your sure footing in the love of Christ, your prayers will hopefully come a little easier and be a little bolder. May God deepen your grasp of His love as you learn to boldly approach Him in a renewed devotion to prayer.
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God’s Word is For You and For Now by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams Whether you already open your Bible every day, have never read it before, or struggle to keep up with studying Scripture, Open Your Bible, a seven-session study from the women behind She Reads Truth, will leave you with a greater appreciation for the Word of God, a deeper understanding of its authority, and a stronger desire to truly know the Bible inside and out. (7 sessions) lifeway.com/openyourbible
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Raechel Myers loves God’s Word. A reluctant writer but lover of story, she delights in the evidence of God’s beauty, goodness, and truth in everyday life—just ask her kids. Co-founder and CEO of She Reads Truth, Raechel has a Bachelor’s degree in Housing and Environmental Design, and is not afraid to paint a whole house over a long weekend. She longs to cook artisanal meals, but loves Chinese takeout, wearing too much chambray, and kissing her husband. Raechel is fueled by double tall mochas and her strong passion to direct women to God and His Word. She lives south of Nashville, Tennessee with her three favorite people and an old dog named Scout. Amanda Bible Williams is crazy about words. True words are her favorite, one of many reasons she adores her role as Chief Content Officer of She Reads Truth. Amanda first met Jesus in an East Tennessee church pew as a little girl, and now she finds Him daily in the pages of God’s Word and in a loud, old farmhouse east of Nashville where she lives with her husband and three young children. She has degrees in English and Psychology and nearly a Master’s in Religion. Amanda enjoys dancing with her kids, reading herself to sleep, and explaining that her maiden name really is Bible.
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by Priscilla Shirer All day, every day, an invisible war rages around you—unseen, unheard, yet felt throughout every aspect of your life. A devoted, devilish enemy seeks to wreak havoc on everything that matters to you. If you’re tired of being pushed around and caught with your guard down, this study is for you. The enemy always fails miserably when he meets a woman dressed for the occasion. The Armor of God, more than merely a biblical description of the believer’s inventory, is an action plan for putting it on and developing a personalized strategy to secure victory. (7 sessions) lifeway.com/armorofgod
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by Karen Kingsbury What creates a strong friendship? How do we know when someone is a true friend? Jesus demonstrated friendship in a variety of ways with many kinds of people. The Friends of Jesus Bible Study explores six people in the life of Jesus and the depth of friendship that is found with each one. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/friendsofjesus
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1 Peter A Living Hope in Christ by Jen Wilkin Challenge yourself to look beyond your current circumstances to a future inheritance by examining Peter’s concerns for the early church, learning about believers’ true identity, and discovering what it means to experience the Living Hope we have in Christ. (9 sessions) lifeway.com/1peterstudy
Jen Wilkin is a writer, teacher, and blogger at JenWilkin.net. She leads the Flower Mound Women’s Bible Study, an interdenominational Bible study with about 700 members representing 68 different churches. She earned a B.A. in English and a Master of Business Administration from Texas A&M. Jen wrote Sermon on the Mount and Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds.
BIBLE STUDY INSIDER INFO • 1 Peter is Jen’s second Bible study in partnership with The Gospel Coalition and LifeWay Women. • Get your colored pencils out. Jen is asking you to mark up your copy of 1 Peter. • Jen still teaches Bible studies for women at her church on a regular basis.
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Confident Conversation in a Conflicted Culture by Mary Jo Sharp We’re becoming a culture that says there is no truth to be found about God. Christians are rapidly becoming the target of secular media and aggressive atheist propaganda, marginalizing not just Christian beliefs, but also Christian people. False ideas within the body of Christ and the influence of culture crack our foundation of faith. Many women need to go back to the basis of their beliefs and strengthen confidence in their beliefs and in God. The goal of this study is to help every Christian effectively converse on truth. (6 sessions) lifeway.com/livingintruth
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A former atheist from the Pacific Northwest who thought religion was for the weak-minded, Mary Jo Sharp is now a Christian author and apologist. She holds a Masters in Christian Apologetics from Biola University and is the first woman to become a Certified Apologetics Instructor through the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. Mary Jo’s first Bible study with LifeWay was Why Do You Believe That?
BIBLE STUDY INSIDER INFO • This Bible study features real conversations about faith between Mary Jo and others. • Mary Jo regularly engages in debates with people of other religions in order to help Christians better understand and defend their faith. • She was the first woman to become a Certified Apologetics Instructor through the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. • Mary Jo used to be a public school band teacher.
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“I Just Can’t Open My Bible”
An excerpt from Open Your Bible by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams They were only asking for prayer requests, but I was surrounded by people who loved me and it felt safe enough to just be honest. It had been four months since we buried our stillborn daughter and just as many since my aching arms had reached for my Bible. My very wounded heart—which lived and breathed and clung to the Book like never before throughout the uncertainty of my pregnancy—felt betrayed, weak, and hopeless. There I sat in Tara’s living room with a dozen other women, circled up for the first Bible study I’d attended since our Evie Grace was born. I really only came because I needed to get out of the house. My soul was weary. No one gasped at my words. No one troubleshot. Instead of judgment, even instead of a “You’ve just got to do it!,” my very blonde and very quiet friend Allison opened the worn pages of the Bible in her lap and simply said, “That’s okay. Let me read it to you instead.” Lifting her bookmark from its place, she began
to read Psalm 62. “For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken…” As she read on through the end of the chapter, these friends of mine gathered closer. When Allison finished, Kari began to read from her Bible, then Holly, then Danielle. Like I was a person starving, too weak to lift food to my own mouth, they spoon-fed Scripture while I sat and wept and listened to the Word that never stopped being alive or true, even when it remained unread and unopened. What has kept you from opening your Bible? Maybe your heart has been wounded like mine, and the very words that have the power to comfort and restore remind you instead of what you’ve lost. Perhaps it’s not like that at all. Maybe you’re afraid of what you’ll find. Will it be convicting? Will it be hard to understand? What if I open my Bible to find the truth is too hard to bear? It’s possible you haven’t opened your Bible
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lately—or ever—because it’s not important. You may believe it’s true and good for others, but it doesn’t seem necessary for you. Or perhaps you have the basics down and don’t feel a need to dig deeper. Maybe it is important to you, but it’s just not urgent. You think the Bible is definitely worth reading and would love to make some time to sit down and read it, but there is always something more urgent that needs to be done, so your Bible remains closed. Maybe you feel downright disqualified or unequipped. You suspect the Bible isn’t for you— it’s for pastors and theologians, too difficult to navigate independently. You’ve tried to open it and read it on your own, but quickly found it was more complicated than you expected. But here’s the thing— The Bible is for you, and it is for right now. It’s for you if you’ve never read it, and it’s for you if you have 17 doctorates in theology. (Anyone?) It’s for the moment you are so overcome with grief that your body forgets to breathe in and out on its own, and it’s for the time you really don’t have time to open its pages for yourself. We do not have to be biblical scholars to read this Book. You, right where you are, do not have to wait for someone to take you by the hand to open the pages of Scripture. You can open your Bible just as you are. You are not disqualified. No amount of knowledge or accomplishments makes you more or less able to meet God in His Word. Nothing you are doing, have done, or will do renders you ineligible for the good news of the gospel. All the things you imagine you’ve done wrong when it comes to your “quiet time”? The lostness you feel when you consider opening The Book of All Books for the very first time? Let them go. Understand here and now that yes, this Book is holy and it is sacred and good. But this Book exists for moments just like this—the moment you lay it open and look for Him. 22
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The Gospel of Mark The Jesus We’re Aching For by Lisa Harper See how the heart of God is moved by the heart of humanity and His response to our loud cries for help. Discover the world-changing result of being recipients of His compassion and the reason for His passion, all the way to the cross. Available in March 2016. (7 sessions) lifeway.com/gospelofmark
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Distinct Living Above the Norm by Michael Kelley Examine the ways believers are asked to be different—distinct—in today’s world. (6 sessions)
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Unstoppable Gospel by Gregg Matte Study the lives and adventures of the early believers who populate the Book of Acts, and see how their faith and commitment stand as a remarkable testimony to the unstoppable nature of the gospel. (6 sessions)
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More Than Enough How Jesus Meets Our Deepest Needs by Jeff Iorg Study the “I am” statements Jesus made about Himself, and see firsthand how Jesus meets our deepest needs. (6 sessions)
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GOD THE REDEEMER A Gospel-Centered Exploration in Exodus
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God the Savior A Gospel-Centered Exploration in Numbers and Joshua by Philip Nation and Robert Smith See how God—through the exodus from Egypt and the conquest of the promised land— continued to show Himself faithful to His covenant and gracious toward His people. (6 sessions)
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Matthew Sermon on the Mount Gregg Matte, General Editor Study one of the most foundational biblical messages: the Sermon on the Mount. (6 sessions)
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Every day we are faced with the needs of those around us. Emotional. Physical. Spiritual. What are we to do about it? This book offers nine simple traits of the outwardly focused Christian that all church members can incorporate into their lives, no matter their background, stage of life, or sense of capability.
I Will by Thom S. Rainer
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