STUDIES INTERACTIVE COMPARISON CHART
At-a-Glance Interactive Comparison Chart for Lent & Easter
Title
NEW The Third Day: Living the Resurrection
NEW Remember: God’s Luke: Jesus and the Covenant and the Cross Outsiders, Outcasts, and Outlaws
Finding Jesus in the Psalms: A Lenten Journey
Witness at the Cross: A Beginner’s Guide to Holy Friday
NEW The Sanctuary for Lent 2024
Author
Tom Berlin with Mark A. Miller Adult Individual/Small Group/Churchwide Tom Berlin uses his gifts of storytelling and understanding the Scriptures to connect the reader to the experiences of several individuals around Jesus in his final days, focusing on new life and redemption rather than loss.
Susan Robb
Adam Hamilton
Barb Roose
Amy-Jill Levine
Abigail Browka
Adult Individual/ Small Group God’s covenants throughout the Old Testament show the character of God’s promises to the people of Israel. This book leads readers through the covenants with Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David; followed by the new covenant established on Maundy Thursday; and an examination of the cross as am example of God’s promise for a new world.
Adult Individual/ Small Group
Adult Individual/ Small Group
Adult Individual/ Small Group
Devotional/Study
This study explores the life of Jesus as told in the Gospel of Luke. Through Luke’s stories we find Jesus’ care and compassion for all as he welcomes sinners and outcasts. As we study Luke and see Jesus’ concern for those who were considered unimportant, we hear a hopeful and inspiring word for our lives today.
This study combines an interpretation of the psalms with real life stories, moving through the familiar words of Psalm 23 toward the painful cries of Psalm 22 uttered by Jesus on the cross. Includes reflections and context on King David’s life and writings, along with connections between the psalms and the life and death of Jesus.
Amy-Jill Levine shows how the people at the cross each have distinct roles to play and how each presents a distinct picture of the death of Jesus. From each we learn how those meanings and messages cross the centuries to any who would come to the cross today.
This annual favorite contains brief readings for each day in Lent, from Ash Wednesday through Easter Day, including a suggested Scripture, a short devotion, and a closing prayer—all based on the Revised Common Lectionary. An excellent gift for family, friends, those with special needs, or as a congregational resource.
Audience Description
# Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
n/a
Separate components or included features
__ Book. 9781791024147. $17.99; $10.79 __ Leader Guide. 9781791024161. $15.99; $11.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six videos; 10-12 min. each. 9781791024185. $44.99; $33.49
__ Book. 9781791030209. $17.99; $10.79 __ Leader Guide. 9781791030223. $15.99; $11.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six videos; 10-12 min. each. 9781791030193. $44.99; $33.49
__ Book. 9781791026745. $17.99; $13.99 __ Leader Guide. 9781791026769. $15.99; $11.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six videos; 10-12 min. each. 9781791026783. $44.99; $33.49
__ Book. 9781791021122. $17.99; $10.49 __ Leader Guide. 9781791021146. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. ]CC] Six videos; 10-12 min. each. 9781791021221. $39.99; $28.99
__ Booklet. 9781791030124. Pkg. of 10. $12.99; $9.99
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__ Book. 9781791025045. $19.99; $14.99 __ Leader Guide. 9781501808067. $15.99; $11.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six videos; 10-12 min. each. 9781501808111. $44.99; $33.49 __ Large Print Book. 9781501808050. $20.99; $15.49 __ Worship and Media Resources. 9781791023614. $29.99 __ Sermon and Worship Resources. 9781791028794. $29.99
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Find the Best Study for Your Small Group or Congregation
Title
Toward the Cross: Heart-Shaping Lessons for Lent and Easter
The Lord’s Prayer: The Meaning and Power of the Prayer Jesus Taught
John: The Gospel of Light and Life
Savior: What the Bible Says about the Cross
Seven Words: Listening Entering the Passion to Christ from the Cross of Jesus: A Beginner’s Guide to Holy Week
Author
Taylor W. Mills Devotional/Study
Adam Hamilton Adult Individual/ Small Group Adam Hamilton guides us to really know—and really pray—the Lord’s Prayer. He explores each of its rich lines and their meaning in the Bible, illuminating what we ask of God and what we ask of ourselves through its words. And he teaches us how to use it as a pattern for our own prayer life.
Adam Hamilton Churchwide/ Small Group
Magrey R. deVega Adult Individual/ Small Group
Susan Robb Adult Individual/ Small Group
Amy-Jill Levine Adult Individual/ Small Group
Adults, youth, and children alike can experience a season of spiritual growth and lifechanging renewal in this study. You’ll follow the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus through the Gospel of John and understand the context of some of the best-known verses in the New Testament.
Explores several biblically based ways of understanding Jesus’ death on the cross that may go beyond the explanations you’ve heard. By exploring the mystery of salvation through the cross, you’ll find a deeper love for God and others while strengthening your commitment to follow Jesus.
In Seven Words, Susan Robb looks at Christ’s final words on the cross from a biblical and historical perspective, showing how we can find life and hope in them.
Explores the biblical texts surrounding the Passion story, raising ethical and spiritual questions for readers, and how we all face risk in our Christian experience. Provides a rich and challenging learning experience for small groups and individuals alike as part of a larger 6-week study that is perfect for Lent.
Audience Description
This book serves as a guide through the weeks of Lent, helping us explore qualities and characteristics of Christian discipleship that demonstrate following Jesus is our highest priority. The chapters and daily readings challenge our thoughts, words, and actions in light of the teachings of Jesus.
# Sessions
7 sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
Separate components or included features
__ Book. 9781791028947. $13.99; $10.99
__ B ook. 9781791021252. $19.99; $13.99 __ L eader Guide. 9781791021283. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six videos; approx. 15 min. each. 9781791021306. $39.99; $28.99 __ W orship Resource Download. 9781791021375. $29.99
__ Book. 9781791021481. $16.99; $12.99 __ L arge Print Book. 9781501805356. $19.99; $13.99 __ L eader Guide. 9781501805363. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. Six videos; 12-17 min. each. 9781501805417. $39.99; $35.99 __ Y outh Study Book. Grades 6–12. 9781501805486. $14.99; $10.99 __ C hildren’s Leader Guide. Grades K–2 and 3–6. 9781501805509. $18.99; $11.49
__ Book. 9781501880995. $16.99; $12.49 __ L eader Guide. 9781501881015. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six 10–12 min. videos. 9781791007928. $39.99; $28.99
__ Book. 9781791007812. $16.99; $10.49 __ L eader Guide. 9781791007836. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six 6–8 min. videos. 9781791007850. $39.99; $31.99
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__ B ook. 9781501869556. $16.99; $12.49 __ L eader Guide. 9781501869570. $12.99; $9.49 __ DVD. [CC] Six 10– 12 min. videos. 9781501869594. $39.99; $31.99 __ L arge Print Book. 9781501876158. $17.99; $12.99
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At-a-Glance Interactive Comparison Chart for Lent & Easter
Title
Simon Peter: Flawed but Faithful Disciple
The Walk: Five Essential The Grace of Practices of the Les Misérables Christian Life
NEW Hard and Holy Work: A Lenten Journey through the Book of Exodus
NEW Where We Meet: A Lenten Study of Systems, Stories, and Hope
In the Footsteps of the Savior: Following Jesus Through the Holy Land
Author
Adam Hamilton
Adam Hamilton
Matt Rawle
Mary Alice Birdwhistell and Tyler D. Mayfield
Max Lucado
Audience
Churchwide/ Small Group He left everything to follow his teacher and possessed a passion that would change the world. He was poor, uneducated, quicktempered, and full of doubts and fears. Can this be the same man? That’s the point of this Bible study. Peter was just an ordinary guy who heard and followed God’s extraordinary call.
Churchwide/ Small Group How do we walk with Christ—daily follow him, grow in him, and faithfully serve him? Join Adam Hamilton this Lent and Easter in The Walk and discover five essential spiritual practices rooted in Jesus’ own walk with God. In each chapter, Hamilton’s engaging teaching style will help you explore one of these practices.
Churchwide/ Small Group
Adult Individual/ Small Group
Rachel Gilmore, Candace Lewis, Tyler Sit, and Matt Temple Adult Individual/ Small Group
This Lenten study dives into six ideals found in the iconic book and musical—grace, justice, poverty, revolution, love, and hope—each of which is represented by a character. In keeping with Rawle’s previous works, he brings us to the intersection of Church and Pop Culture, drawing parallels between the two.
Lent is traditionally a time of self-reflection and action. This book takes readers through a unique Lenten journey, encouraging us to see those who are marginalized or suffering as God sees them. Includes reflections, end-ofchapter questions, and ideas for taking action in the outward work of justice and liberation.
Differences exist among us, yet with faith, hope, and love we can see them as invitations to grow in understanding and empathy. This book guides us through Lent with self-reflection, openness, and a willingness to learn about and engage with diverse cultures and perspective through a weekly schedule of practices.
You’re invited to come alongside Max as he shares meaningful, insights on the people and places that shaped Jesus’ life. In this special compilation, Max weaves together in-depth teaching from his bestsellers with poignant reflections on his time in the Holy Land, guiding you through three distinct aspects of Jesus’ life.
# Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
6 Sessions
n/a
n/a
6 Sessions
Separate components or included features
__ H ardcover Book. 9781501845987. $19.99; $13.99 __ L eader Guide. 9781501846014. $12.99; $8.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six 10–12 min. videos. 9781501846038. $39.99; $28.99 __ Y outh Study Book. Grades 6–12. Use with adult-level DVD. 9781501846106. $14.99; $13.49 __ C hildren’s Leader Guide. Grades K–2 and 3–6. 9781501846120. $18.99; $16.99 __ L arge Print Book. 9781501846007. $20.99; $14.49
__ Book. 9781791026387. $18.99; $13.99 __ Large Print Book. 9781501891205. $20.99; $14.49 __ Leader Guide. 9781501891212. $14.99; $10.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six 10–12 min. videos. 9781501891236. $39.99; $28.99 __ Youth Study Book. Grades 6–12. 9781501891304. $14.99; $9.99 __ Children’s Leader Guide. Grades K–2 and 3–6. 9781501891328. $18.99; $11.49 __ Prayer Journal. 9781501891359. Pkg. of 10, $24.99 __ Key Tags. 9781501899706. Pkg. of 30, $15.99
__ Book. 9781501887109. $16.99; $14.49 __ Leader Guide. 9781501887123. $14.99; $5.99 __ DVD. [CC] Six 8–10 min. videos. 9781501887147. $39.99; $35.99 __ Youth Study Book. Grades 6–12. Use with adult-level DVD. 9781501887215. $14.99; $5.99 __ Worship Resources Flash Drive. 9781501887239. $34.99; $31.49
__ Book. 9780664268176. $17.00; $13.99
__ Book. 9780835820486. $16.99
__ Hardcover Book. 9781400335169. $24.99; $16.99 __ Study Guide plus Streaming Video. 9780310163831. $21.99; $14.79 __ DVD. Six videos; 20-21 min. each. 9780310163855. $29.99; $19.29 __ Study Guide and DVD. 9780310163862. $50.99; $34.79
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Find the Best Study for Your Small Group or Congregation
Title
The God We Can Know: Exploring the “I Am” Sayings of Jesus
He Chose the Nails: What God Did to Win Your Heart
Struggle to the Cross: A Lenten Study for Individuals and Groups
Forgiveness: A Lenten Study
Live Faith. Shout Hope. Love One Another: A Study Using Matthew’s Gospel
Author
Rob Fuquay Adult Individual/ Small Group/Churchwide
Max Lucado Adult Individual/ Small Group Every gift from God reveals his love, but no gift reveals his love more than the gifts of the cross. In this five-session Bible study, Max Lucado explores the many gifts that Christ provided to us at his crucifixion.
Sharma D. Lewis Adult Individual/ Small Group
Marjorie J. Thompson Adult Individual/ Small Group
M. Katheryn Armistead Adult Individual/ Small Group
Invites readers to observe Lent by introspection, repentance, forgiveness, renewal, prayer, fasting and Biblical study. Each daily reading invites readers to put into practice what they have read and reflected upon. Each Sunday, readers journal on the past week’s study using questions provided by the author.
Forgiving others and humbly asking for forgiveness are central disciplines for all Christian believers. Lent, a time to reflect on our Christian journey, is an appropriate time to deepen our understanding and practice of forgiveness. Best-selling author Marjorie J. Thompson takes a close look at our understanding of forgiveness in this encouraging study. A study guide is also included at the back of the book that is appropriate for either individual reflection or group discussion.
For centuries, the church used Matthew to teach the basics of the faith. Using fundamental passages from the Gospel of Matthew to guide us and frame our conversation, this study helps us put our faith into practice as Jesus intended. At the end of each chapter there are reflection questions. These are meant to be a reality check and are suitable for individual or group study.
8 Sessions
6 Sessions
7 Sessions
__ Book. 9780664259723. $16.00; $10.79
__ Book. 9781950899630. $18.95
Audience Description
The God We Can Know is a 7-week study designed for the entire congregation to explore the “I am” sayings of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Perfect for Lent, this series will help you find and form an answer to the most essential question in the Christian faith, “Who do you say I am?” The book includes commentary and reflection questions. The DVD features age-level guides for children, youth, and adults.
# Sessions
7 Sessions
5 Sessions for Lent
Separate components or included features
__ Book. 9780835813389. $9.99; $7.99 __ Enlarged Print Book. 9780835815550. $14.99; $12.99 __ DVD. Six videos; 7-10 min. each. 9780835813624. $39.99
__ Book. __ Book. 9781950899685. 9780718085070. $18.95 $19.99; $13.49 __ Study Guide. 9780310687269. $12.99; $8.99 __ DVD Study. Includes He Chose the Nails 5-session study for Lent Lent and Because of Bethlehem 4-session study for Christmas. 9780310687849. $29.99; $21.99 __ Books with CD/DVD Inserts. Includes one DVD and study guide for Advent and one DVD and study guide for Lent 9780310687283. $47.99; $33.99
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