Discipleship is a word most Christians know, but few can define. Is discipleship about reading the Bible or praying every day? Is it about sharing the gospel with strangers? Is it about striving to be like Jesus? While these are aspects of being a disciple, Scripture tells us that there is much more. Make, Mature, Multiply aims to help you become a disciple who truly understands the full joy of following Jesus. With a wide range of chapters from some of today's most battle-tested disciple-makers, this book is designed for any Christian seeking to know more about being a fully-formed disciple of Jesus who makes, matures, and multiplies fully-formed disciples of Jesus.

Make Mature Multiply: Becoming Fully-Formed Disciples of Jesus

Religion & Spirituality

Smith, Brandon D.

Christian Books & Bibles

GCD Books

In Taught by God, theologian Brandon D. Smith invites modern Christians to rediscover the early church's approach to biblical interpretation, not just as an historical relic but as a vibrant means of understanding the Bible today. Smith introduces three "sensibilities" that Christians throughout church history have shared: a concern for Scripture's very words, its theological and Christological unity, and its importance for the church. Through biblical and historical examples, Taught by God&nbsp;challenges the modern church to read and interpret Scripture with the great cloud of historical witnesses.&nbsp; Short, easy-to-understand, and extensively researched, Taught by God invites readers to discover further riches in Scripture. These riches take Scripture's divine inspiration and the Christian tradition's reflections on Scripture seriously in order to inspire ever-greater worship of the ultimate author of all Scripture.

Taught by God: Ancient Hermeneutics for the Modern Church

B&H Academic

It has been five hundred years since Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the All Saints’ Church in Wittenberg, Germany. Luther’s theses called for the reform of the church and served as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. Its impact is still felt today. This Bible study examines the five core truths that came from the Reformation, now referred to as the solas. Group members will explore these essential convictions of the faith and emerge more immersed in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The solas include: Sola Scriptura (by Scripture alone) Sola gratia (by grace alone) Sola fide (through faith alone) Solus Christus (through Christ alone) Soli Deo gloria (glory to God alone) How is the Reformation still relevant today? As political pressure mounts, morality drifts with today’s culture, and evangelicalism becomes more and more refined in a post-Christian world, it’s even more important to hold the convictions of the great Reformation closer than ever. In short, the solas point us to vibrant Christian community as well as personal identity in Christ. As you’ll see in this study, the solas are more than cold Latin terms that academics throw around in church-history books. The five solas, like the Reformation itself, are intensely practical. They were the DNA of the Reformation and are still the DNA of the church today. They are grounded in a real-life, everyday following of Jesus. They’re the most important, basic scriptural truths you can ever believe. We stand on the shoulders of Christians in the past, and knowing where we came from will help us keep moving forward with passion and biblical clarity. Echoes of the Reformation Bible Study Book includes small-group experiences for six sessions, individual study opportunities, applicable Scripture, “How to Use This Study,” and tips for leading a group. Features: • Biblically rooted and gospel-centered content • Six small-group sessions that include an introductory session and application of the five solas • Individual study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth • Group and personal components Benefits: • Give group members a better understanding of the Reformation’s impact on today’s church. • Understand the weighty importance of the inspired Word of God. • Help group members discern the theological nuances of grace and its role in the life of a disciple. • Enhance a believer’s understanding of the biblical and historical depth of the Christian faith. • Realize that Christ alone provides all life’s answers. • Show group members how to live life for the glory of God and renew their commitment to this biblical mandate. Brandon D. Smith works with the Christian Standard Bible and teaches theology at various schools. He’s also the author of Rooted: Theology for Growing Christians and They Spoke of Me: How Jesus Unlocks the Old Testament, and co-hosts the Word Matters podcast. He holds a BA in Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University, an MA in Systematic &amp; Historical Theology from Criswell College, and is pursuing a PhD in Theology at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia. He lives near Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, Christa, and their two daughters.

Echoes of the Reformation - Bible Study Book: Five Truths That Shape the Christian Life

History

Wax, Trevin

DeYoung, Kevin

Mohler, Dr. R. Albert

World

LifeWay Press

It has been five hundred years since Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the All Saints' Church in Wittenberg, Germany. Luther's theses called for the reform of the church and served as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. Its impact is still felt today. This Bible study examines the five core truths that came from the Reformation, now referred to as the solas. Group members will explore these essential convictions of the faith and emerge more immersed in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The solas include: Sola Scriptura (by Scripture alone) Sola gratia (by grace alone) Sola fide (through faith alone) Solus Christus (through Christ alone) Soli Deo gloria (glory to God alone) How is the Reformation still relevant today? As political pressure mounts, morality drifts with today's culture, and evangelicalism becomes more and more refined in a post-Christian world, it's even more important to hold the convictions of the great Reformation closer than ever. In short, the solas point us to vibrant Christian community as well as personal identity in Christ. As you'll see in this study, the solas are more than cold Latin terms that academics throw around in church-history books. The five solas, like the Reformation itself, are intensely practical. They were the DNA of the Reformation and are still the DNA of the church today. They are grounded in a real-life, everyday following of Jesus. They're the most important, basic scriptural truths you can ever believe. We stand on the shoulders of Christians in the past, and knowing where we came from will help us keep moving forward with passion and biblical clarity. Echoes of the Reformation Leader Kit contains a Bible Study Book and 1 DVD with a promotional video and six 15- to 20-minute video sessions featuring authors Kevin DeYoung, Al Mohler, and Trevin Wax. These panel discussions introduce the topic, overview historical significance, explore the theological meanings of the solas, and include illustrations for applying these key transformative truths. Features: * Videos featuring authors Kevin DeYoung, Al Mohler, and Trevin Wax * Biblically rooted and gospel-centered content * Six small-group sessions that include an introductory session and application of the five solas * Individual study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth * Six-session Bible Study Book with group and personal components (written by Brandon D. Smith) * Promotional content, including video * Social-media assets for the group leader Benefits: * Give group members a better understanding of the Reformation's impact on today's church. * Understand the weighty importance of the inspired Word of God. * Help group members discern the theological nuances of grace and its role in the life of a disciple. * Enhance a believer's understanding of the biblical and historical depth of the Christian faith. * Realize that Christ alone provides all life's answers. * Show group members how to live life for the glory of God and renew their commitment to this biblical mandate.

Echoes of the Reformation - Leader Kit: Five Truths That Shape the Christian Life

It has been 500 years since Martin Luther nailed his Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the All Saints' Church in Wittenberg, Germany. Luther's Theses called for reform of the church and served as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. Its impact is still felt today. To God Alone: 5 Core Beliefs of the Reformation is a 6-session study for students that relives the work of Luther and other Reformers who challenged the teachings of the Catholic Church. More specifically, this study will examine the five core truths that came out of the Reformation, now referred to as the solas. Group members will explore these essential convictions of the faith and emerge more immersed in the gospel of Jesus Christ. The solas include: Sola Scriptura (By Scripture alone) Sola gratia (By grace alone) Sola fide (Through faith alone) Solus Christus (Through Christ alone) Soli Deo gloria (Glory to God alone) How is the Reformation still relevant today? As political pressure mounts, morality drifts with today's culture, and evangelicalism becomes more and more refined in a post-Christian world, it's even more important to hold the convictions of the great Reformation closer than ever. In short, the solas point us to community as well as identity. As you'll see in this study, they're more than just a bunch of cold Latin terms that academics throw around in church history books. The five solas, like the Reformation itself, are intensely practical. They were the DNA of the Reformation and are still the DNA of the church today. They are grounded in real life, everyday following of Jesus. They're the most important, basic truths you can ever believe. We stand on the shoulders of Christians in the past, and knowing where we came from will help us keep moving forward. Member Workbook includes a small-group experience for 6 small-group sessions, individual study opportunities for each day of the week, applicable Scripture, "How To Use This Study," and a group discussion guide. Features:
<ul>
<li>6 small-group sessions that include an introductory session and application of the 5 solas</li>
<li>Individual study opportunities for continued growth</li>
<li>6-session workbook with group and personal component</li>
</ul>
 Benefits:<ul>
<li>Gives students a better understanding of The Reformation's impact on today's world</li>
<li>Reveals the weighty importance of the inspired Word of God</li>
<li>Helps students grasp the importance of grace and its role in the life of a disciple</li>
<li>Contributes to a believer's understanding of biblical and historical depth of faith</li>
<li>Students will conclude the group understanding how Christ alone provides all life's answers</li>
<li>Shows students how to live life for the glory of God and how this is our biblical mandate</li>
</ul>
 About the author: Brandon D. Smith works with the Christian Standard Bible and teaches theology at various schools. He's also the author of Rooted: Theology for Growing Christians and They Spoke of Me: How Jesus Unlocks the Old Testament, and co-hosts the Word Matters podcast. He holds a BA in Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University, an MA in Systematic &amp; Historical Theology from Criswell College, and is pursuing a PhD in Theology at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia. He lives near Nashville, Tennessee with his wife, Christa, and their two daughters.

To God Alone - Teen Bible Study Book: 5 Core Beliefs of the Reformation

This concise introduction to the doctrine of inseparable operations explores the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in relation to salvation, revelation, communion, and more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beholding the Triune God: The Inseparable Work of Father, Son, and Spirit

Emerson, Matthew Y.

Crossway

How should we read the book of Revelation? Interpreting Scripture faithfully is a challenge with regard to any text and for any reader of the Bible. But perhaps no text confronts and confuses readers as much as the book of Revelation. With its vivid imagery and rich prophetic language, John's Apocalypse provokes and stirs our imaginations. Some have viewed it primarily as a first-century anti-imperial document. Others have read it as a book of prophecies or eschatological promises. Still others wonder why it is in the biblical canon at all. Theologian and biblical scholar Brandon Smith brings clarity to this question by reading the book of Revelation primarily as John's vision of the triune God. In conversation with early church theologians, including Irenaeus, Origen, Athanasius, and the Cappadocians, as well as modern biblical scholarship, Smith shows how John's vision can help us worship the one God who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Studies in Christian Doctrine and Scripture, edited by Daniel J. Treier and Kevin J. Vanhoozer, promotes evangelical contributions to systematic theology, seeking fresh understanding of Christian doctrine through creatively faithful engagement with Scripture in dialogue with church tradition.

The Trinity in the Book of Revelation: Seeing Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in John's Apocalypse (Studies in Christian Doctrine and Scripture)

Ayres, Lewis

IVP Academic

The Trinity is God as revealed in the Bible. 
The Bible doesn't give us a systematic statement of the doctrine of the Trinity. But that doesn't mean the Trinity is not biblical. 
In The Biblical Trinity: Encountering the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in Scripture, Brandon D. Smith proclaims the Trinity from the Bible. The doctrine arises not from a handful of prooftexts but from the fullness of what the Bible says about God. Through short reflections on fifteen key New Testament passages in conversation with the Old Testament, Smith shows how God’s word reveals the Trinity. The book concludes with three rules for how to encounter the truth and beauty of our Triune God in all of Scripture.

The Biblical Trinity: Encountering the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in Scripture

Lexham Press

For many, the Bible is a book of life tips, inspiring words, and lofty tales. For others, the Bible is a book that's boring, outdated, and difficult to understand. But both of these views miss the heart of God's Word.In They Spoke of Me, Brandon Smith and Everett Berry show us that the Bible is actually one beautiful story centered on the life and work of Jesus Christ. When Jesus said to his disciples, "The Scriptures spoke of me," he was telling them that he is the key to understanding God's story of redemption, all the way back through the Old Testament. Explaining how nine key Old Testament stories point to Jesus, Smith and Berry help readers get a glimpse of what Jesus meant. In turn, readers will better understand the powerful message of the gospel that is found on every page of the Bible.

They Spoke of Me: How Jesus Unlocks the Old Testament

Berry, Everett

Rainer Publishing

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