This seven-session study surveys the ministry period of Jesus' life--the time from his baptism to when the journey to the cross began. It focuses on the things Jesus taught and did during that active ministry period, providing insights for us as his followers in the 21st century. Each lesson begins with a story or illustration relation to the topic but drawn from life today, followed by a discussion of the related Scripture, life applications, and discussion questions. Sessions titles are: "Jesus Lived Up to His Baptism," "Jesus Proclaimed the Good News of God," "Jesus Healed the Sick," "Jesus Offered Forgiveness to Sinners," "Jesus Taught with Authority," "Jesus Associated with Bad Company," and "Jesus Withdrew to Pray."

He Walked in Galilee: The Days of Jesus' Ministry

Purdum, Stan

Religion & Spirituality

ABINGDON PRESS *

A four-session study of Job focuses on the search for an answer to the question of why suffering in its many forms seems to be an inevitable part of human life. Lessons explore the nature of the testing and trials of life. how to help others in their time of need, the affirmation that God is with us even when we feel that God has not treated us fairly, and how the experience of suffering can produce a new revelation of God and a deeper faith. This Teacher Book contains tips for preparing each lesson, Bible background, a step-by-step lesson plan, and optional methods for each session. An informative background article is also included. (separate study book #0687095697) To see another adult Bible study offered by Cokesbury, go to the Adult Bible Studies website.

When Suffering Comes Teacher: A Study of Job (Bible Readers Series)

Of the four lectionary texts for each Sunday, the Psalms are the least frequently used as a basis for sermons -- yet the Psalms are incredibly rich in the very life substance that makes preaching relevant. From personal suffering to the absence of God, from national failure to the burden of personal sin, the Psalms are filled with the pathos of the human struggle for and with God. If you want to tap into this abundant source of sermonic material, Hear My Voice is an invaluable tool that you won't want to be without. It's a comprehensive collection of informative homiletical commentaries on the Psalm texts drawn from the pages of the acclaimed preaching journal Emphasis. Covering the complete three-year cycle of the Revised Common Lectionary, these brief explorations provide numerous starting points for developing solidly scriptural sermons that also speak to contemporary life. Convenient features include cross-referencing of multiple occurrences of the same text so that you can consider alternative approaches, plus a helpful index. While targeted primarily to preachers and homiletics students, Hear My Voice is an inspiring volume with accessible commentary for anyone who wants a better appreciation of the Psalms and how they speak to us today. James Evans is the pastor of First Baptist Church in Auburn, Alabama, and has served Baptist churches in various capacities for over 25 years. In addition to his pastoral work, he writes a weekly religion column for the Birmingham Post-Herald and is a frequent contributor to several other publications. Evans earned his M.Div. from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and his D.Min. from Beeson Divinity School. Stan Purdum is the pastor of Centenary United Methodist Church in Waynesburg, Ohio. He has served as the editor for the preaching journals Emphasis and Homiletics, and he has written extensively for both the religious and secular press. Purdum is the author of New Mercies I See (CSS) and He Walked in Galilee (Abingdon Press), as well as two accounts of long-distance bicycle journeys, Roll Around Heaven All Day and Playing in Traffic. Carlos Wilton has been the pastor since 1990 of Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church, in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. In addition to his parish responsibilities, Wilton is also an adjunct professor at New Brunswick Theological Seminary and a member of the writing team for the online preaching resource The Immediate Word (www.csspub.com). He is also the author of two volumes of the CSS series Lectionary Preaching Workbook. Wilton previously served as assistant dean and director of admissions at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary.

Hear My Voice: Preaching The Lectionary Psalms Cycles A B C

Evans, James

Wilton, Carlos

CSS Publishing Company

Modern life presents many difficult and challenging situations -- but as the Hebrew scriptures tell us in rich detail, that's nothing new for God's people. Indeed, the Bible shares the epic story of how God's faithful followers were formed and shaped through centuries of trial by fire. In this inspiring collection of powerful messages based on the First Readings from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary, five master practitioners of the homiletic craft explore passages from the Old Testament and the Book of Acts, and show how the wisdom contained in those ancient texts offers vital moral and spiritual guidance for contemporary living. Building on stories in which God moves ordinary people to extraordinary heights, these sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year passionately proclaim the good news of God's continuing presence -- and the possibilities that offers for our lives, our churches, and the world. This essential resource is useful for: * Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts * Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters * Understanding scripture passages * Bible study and discussion groups * Personal devotions and inspirational reading

Sermons on the First Readings: Series II, Cycle A

Christian Books & Bibles

RHODES, SCHUYLER

Everett, Tony S

Ministry & Evangelism

The experiences of a middle-aged, overweight man, mounted on an old bicycle, who is traveling across America along the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail. This inspirational coast-to-coast odyssey is a truly satisfying ride, not only for cyclists, but for anyone who travels for the joy of the journey--or simply dreams of doing so. of photos &amp; maps.

Roll Around Heaven All Day: A Piecemeal Journey Across America by Bicycle

Travel

Specialty Travel

Communication Resources

Playing in Traffic: America from the River Niagara to the Rio Grande, by Bicycle

Biographies & Memoirs

Daybreak Pub

Middle-aged, overweight and mounted on an old bicycle, the author rides across America with a zestful appreciation for the land and the people who frequent its back roads and inhabit its small towns. With a gift for seeing both the ridiculous and the profound in everyday life, Stan uses his storytellers skills to narrate this trip of a lifetime.

Roll Around Heaven All Day

Sports & Outdoors

Daybreak Publishing

Journey inside the pages of Scripture to meet a personal God who enters individual lives and begins a creative work from the inside out. Shaped with the individual in mind, Immersion encourages simultaneous engagement both with the Word of God and with the God of the Word to become a new creation in Christ. Immersion, inspired by a fresh translation--the Common English Bible--stands firmly on Scripture and helps readers explore the emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of their personal faith. More importantly, they’ll be able to discover God’s revelation through readings and reflections.

Immersion Bible Studies: 1 & 2 Corinthians

Evans, James L.

Immersion Bible Studies: Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians

Ramirez, Frank

Journey inside the pages of Scripture to meet a personal God who enters individual lives and begins a creative work from the inside out. Shaped with the individual in mind, Immersion encourages simultaneous engagement both with the Word of God and with the God of the Word to become a new creation in Christ. Immersion, inspired by a fresh translation--the Common English Bible--stands firmly on Scripture and helps readers explore the emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of their personal faith. More importantly, they’ll be able to discover God’s revelation through readings and reflections.

Immersion Bible Studies: Colossians, 1 Thessalonians, 2 Thessalonians

Withrow, Lisa

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