The brief chapters in this booklet provide insights into the life of one of Christ's most beloved disciples, Simon Peter. Adapted from sermons first published in a local newspaper and preached in a pastoral setting, these four chapters follow a devotional-expositional approach similar to that used in the author's books Patterns to Ponder from Bible Characters and Mighty Man of Valour: A 31-Day Devotional from the Life of Gideon. As such, this booklet provides a sampler of the author's non-academic writings.

In today's world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible, because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences.

"The Layman's Commentary: Volume 6-Book of the Acts of the Apostles" presents a passage-by-passage explanation of the Book of the Bible known as Acts. In this sixth volume, author John Devine covers the activities of the disciples from the final days of the ministry of Jesus on earth to the birth of the Church.

With the realization that salvation that comes by faith in Jesus Christ alone was not just for the Jewish people but for people of all nations, the message spread into Asia Minor and Europe, to Rome, centre of the then known world within the space of thirty years.

From the sermons of Peter, Stephen and Paul the basic doctrine of the early Church is revealed as in the major creeds presenting the Christian Worldview. Evidence for the Historicity of Jesus is given.

In today's world, it can be difficult to maintain your faith. Those seeking a greater understanding of the Bible have numerous excellent theological commentaries available to them, but due to volume and depth, many of these are out of reach of laypeople. Others lose contact with the Bible because it no longer seems relevant to life. They use a superficial knowledge of science and evolution to exclude God and faith from their experiences.

"The Layman's Commentary: Volume 4-Books of the Major and Minor Prophets "presents a passage by passage explanation of the seventeen books of the Bible, known as the Prophets. In this fourth volume, author John Devine covers the period from the division of the United Kingdom of Israel to the end of the Monarchy and the Return of the Remnant from exile in Babylon. He explains God's continued self-revelation and plan for a relationship with humankind in his dealings with the nation of Israel. He considers the conflict and consequences of the desire of the individual to be independent from God. Further understanding of God's moral standard, which has been the backbone of Western society, is given. Devine also lays out the basis for a full and rewarding relationship with God.

"The fourth book in The Layman's Commentary series, Volume 4-Books of the Major and Minor" Prophets shows that the prophetic messages are still valid today because God's character has not changed - nor has the frailty of human nature. People look for an anointed One who will come and put all things right. Predicted by most of the prophets he is seen as the 'Hope of Israel', a prophet, priest and king who will include all nations of the earth in his eternal kingdom.

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Now Showing: The Greatest Story In The World
Come on down The casting call just went out for the new movie, Jesus-To Eternity and Beyond. This thrilling release shows the real-life story of Jesus' final days on Earth--days filled with heart-stopping suspense, amazing action, and the most fantastic finish ever
As you work behind the scenes, you'll capture the disciples' heartbreak and fear as all seems lost. And you'll film the best scene of all as Jesus shows the world that He is the Overcomer, the Conquering King As you scan the script, work with cue cards, roll the cameras, fill in the storyboards, and help out with props, makeup, and special effects, you'll find yourself right smack in the middle of the most action-packed drama you could ever imagine. So grab your gear and let's head off--to eternity and beyond
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exa

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Excavate the Evidence At Site Genesis
Join inductive dig team members Max, Molly and archaelogist, Uncle Jake, in their latest action-adventure as they uncover what happens after God creates a perfect world.
You'll sift through Genesis chapters 3-11, using tools like hieroglyphic decoders, pottery shard puzzles, and scientific experiements. Does the world stay perfect for long? Discover the truth about some of the world's big "firsts"- the first marriage, first sin, first murder, first civilization, and first genealogy. And have we seen the last of the dinosaurs? Come along for a second-to-none adventure
Set your compass for site Genesis, where digging up the past holds the key to a future of growing in God's Word.
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and fun puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
We're Off To New York City
Aunt Sherry has an assignment in the city known as "The Big Apple." Max, Molly, and Sam (the great detective beagle) are coming along - and so are you
Amazing Comics is developing a new comic book on the life of Joseph - one of God's superheroes in the Old Testament - and Aunt Sherry is going to write it. But first there is some research to be done. Who was Joseph anyway? What makes him so special? Could he run faster than a speeding bullet like Superman? Or was he an ordinary man whom God used to accomplish extraordinary feats?
So get ready to head to New York City to learn how to make a comic book while you discover just what it was that made Joseph God's superhero.
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and fun puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, home schools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Let's Hit The Trail
Max, Molly, and Sam, the great detective beagle, are exploring the rugged Oregon Trail Do you want to come along?
With God's trail map, the Bible, you'll set out on a wagon train to uncover lessons like the ones Abraham learned when he left his home and moved to an unknown land. Abraham's adventures, along with mazes, crosswords, and other puzzles, will help you grow in listening to God and trusting His guidance even when the road gets bumpy.
As a young explorer, you'll face the excitement, fears, and joys of walking by faith - and discover that God's love lasts forever
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and fun puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Do you sometimes wish that the Bible could make your decisions for you? Donald Baker is familiar with this desire. He writes, "God has given me free will, and while I appreciate his confidence in my ability to choose, there are times when I wish that he would make the decisions for me." The Bible won't give you a direct answer to each choice--or dilemma--you face. But the Bible will teach you how to make decisions wisely, confidently and in harmony with God's will. These studies introduce you to the Bible's lessons on decisionmaking--and show you how to apply what you learn to your own decisions, big and small. This LifeGuide Bible Study in IVP's revised format features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a new "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Lights...Camera...Action
In this Bible Study, you'll pretend to be a film director who makes a movie about Jesus' life. Your movie will be about the first ten chapters of John's book, and it will be full of awesome adventures. As you read through the script, you'll learn all about who Jesus' friends were, why He came, what He did, where He went, and how you can really get to know Him.
Are you ready? Let's get the film rolling...Jesus in the Spotlight - take one
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Bible study is serious fun The studies in the Discover 4 Yourself(r) series help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study and prepare kids for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Have you ever seen a lion with wings like an eagle? How about a leopard with four heads and four wings? Daniel did. He saw these incredible beasts and much more in some amazing visions. What do these visions mean? You'll find out as God sends special messengers to Daniel to explain each extraordinary dream.
Join Max, Molly, and the great face-licking beagle, Sam, to create an exciting TV show based on Daniel's dreams. You get to solve puzzles, draw fantastic storyboard pictures, and help actors learn their lines while discovering:
- why Daniel saw such astonishing creatures - why some of the visions are scary - why you never have to worry about the future
This fast-paced, hands-on Inductive Bible Study takes you into God's Word to find out His awesome plans for the future
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Christian School Bible classes, Sunday school classes, homeschooling, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher s Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God s Word.
Features include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exa

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
The Nineveh News Needs You
An amazing news story about a man named Jonah is unfolding in Israel And the Nineveh News needs good reporters to dig up the facts. Max, Molly, and the great detective beagle, Sam, are on the case...and they need your help.
Okay, rookie reporter, your need to get the scoop on a man named Jonah, on a king...and even on God. As you study inductively, solve puzzles, go through a maze, use a special code, and complete fill-in stories, you'll uncover jaw-dropping truths about how God uses a raging storm, a gigantic fish, and a plant to get a wayward prophet's attention. You'll also discover how you can have an awesome adventure by going the right way and obeying God the first time
Grab your pad and pencil You're hot on the trail of a prophet who tried to run away from God
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher s Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God s Word.
Features include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Discover 4 Yourself (r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids - Cracking the Covenant Code for Kids - by Kay Arthur and Janna Arndt - (8 weeks) - Noted Bible teachers Kay Arthur and Janna Arndt add an exciting adventure book to the Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids series (more than 675,000 copies sold)
God Always Keeps His Covenant Promises
Join Max, Molly, and Sam the great face-licking beagle as they crack secret codes, do crosswords, and solve puzzles to discover God's awesome promises. As you travel around Israel, where Jesus lived while on earth, you're going to explore the covenants God makes with His people and what they mean for you. You'll find out:
* what covenant is * why keeping a covenant is so important * what happens when covenants are broken * God's greatest covenant promise to everyone around the world * how to live for Jesus every day
Cracking the Covenant Code reveals God's awesome love, constant presence, and amazing provision for people who believe in Jesus.
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher s Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God s Word.
Features include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.&l

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Help We've Got A Problem
Tons of kids write in to Ellie, our newspaper columnist, asking her advice. And even more boys and girls get help by reading Ellie's column. So when Ellie's out sick - like she is now - well, boy, do we need help
We hear that you have just what it takes to fill Ellie's shoes. Don't worry if you've never done this before - you'll have all the help you need. You'll find answers to everyone's problems in the Bible. Nothing's too big for God
Did we mention the added bonus you get for taking on this assignment? You'll get to discover for yourself what the Bible, especially the book of James, says about getting help with your own problems. Now, that's a bonus worth your while.
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exa

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
To: God's Secret Agents Mission: To Discover All Of God's Names
We've received a new assignment We're going undercover as spies to discover who God is Did you know that God goes by many names? Each "alias" God uses provides clues about His true nature and character. Our job is to track down each name and discover what it means.
As you help Max, Molly, and their great detective beagle, Sam, you'll find that some of God's names include Creator, Provider, and Shepherd. But there are more In Genesis, Psalms, Daniel, John, and other Bible books you'll read amazing stories about His other names. You'll also have fun decoding secret messages and doing other activites as you explore what God is like and what He does. What an awesome opportunity to learn more about God
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher s Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God s Word.
Features include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

Bible study is serious fun The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Inductive Bible Studies for Kids help you find out for yourself what the Bible is all about - and give you exciting ways to do it These hands-on books help teach the basic skills of Bible study for a lifetime of discovering God's Word.
Are You Ready To Train For A Special Mission?
Welcome to Camp MacHaven, the training facility for God's Special Forces. You have been selected for the elite A Team. Should you choose to accept the special mission, you and fellow A Team members will train for 28 days as communications specialists, learning the most important skill of all - how to pray.
Operation Prayer has started So grab your gear and don't forget your training manual, the Bible. You will have a great adventure exploring a trail of questions, discovering secrets about life, understanding God's Word, and best of all, spending one-on-one time with your Commander-in-Chief - God
Compelling stories, engaging activities, and puzzles create a study ideal for Sunday school classes, homeschools, and independent study
NEW Teacher Guides
The Discover 4 Yourself(r) Teacher Guides have been developed by collegiate teacher educator, Elizabeth A. McAllister, Ed. D., and Janna Arndt for use by teachers in both classrooms and home school. The Teacher Guides provide invaluable tools to help you maximize the time you invest teaching a Discover 4 Yourself(r) Bible study. The Teacher's Guide will show you how to clearly, carefully, and sensitively lead your students through inductive Bible study, giving them a greater understanding of God and His ways coupled with practical ways to live out what they are learning. Teaching strategies are designed to enhance memory, creativity, and reasoning skills and to ignite young imaginations with the fun and rewards found only in studying God's Word.
FEATURES include:
Self-contained with the full student workbook included.
Creative ways to handle different learning abilities.
Memory enhancement: reading out loud, drawing pictures, creating and marking key words, and making charts, lists, and timelines.
Guided daily instructions including topic introductions and suggestions for: key word markings (symbols and colors), leading discussions, and playing games.
Weekly Quizzes and Final Exam.
Answer Keys for all student workbook questions, crossword puzzles, mazes, weekly quizzes, and final exam.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Apocalypse Revealed: In Which Arcana There Foretold, Which Have Hitherto Lain Concealed, Are Disclosed / From The Latin Of Emanuel Swedenborg, Volume 1; The Apocalypse Revealed: In Which Arcana There Foretold, Which Have Hitherto Lain Concealed, Are Disclosed / From The Latin Of Emanuel Swedenborg; Emanuel Swedenborg Emanuel Swedenborg Mass. New Church Union, 1907 Bible

How can you know without any doubt that God is on your side-even in the darkest desert night? God spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend. Deuteronomy captures Moses' final sermons to the Israelites. It tells us about God's promises and our choices. This 12-lesson in-depth study will encourage you with its reminders of God's faithfulness, love and grace. Engage Bible Studies connect you with the enduring truth of God's Word. Come out of the clutter and clanging of our culture and discover the peace of meeting the God of the Bible in the pages of His Word. Engage Bible Studies take you verse by verse into the richness of the Scriptures in ways that impact your heart and illumine your mind. You won't find dry doctrinal debates. You will find simple tools that cultivate your understanding and engage your heart. Tools for transformation. You also will learn how to apply God's Word in your everyday life. You are beginning an incredible journey

The books of Joshua and Judges take you on a journey of contrasts - great courage and knee-shaking cowardice, enduring love and heartless infidelity, God's faithfulness and Israel's unfaithfulness. This 12-lesson in-depth study will give you hope as you watch God accomplish His work through the lives of mighty warriors and deeply flawed people. Engage Bible Studies connect you with the enduring truth of God's Word. Come out of the clutter and clanging of our culture and discover the peace of meeting the God of the Bible in the pages of His Word. Engage Bible Studies take you verse by verse into the richness of the Scriptures in ways that impact your heart and illumine your mind. You won't find dry doctrinal debates. You will find simple tools that cultivate your understanding and engage your heart. Tools for transformation. You also will learn how to apply God's Word in your everyday life. You are beginning an incredible journey

We're updating and revising our bestselling LifeGuides to make them even more effective for small group Bible study!

New features of the revised LifeGuides include special options for group activities, additional questions for personal reflection, a "Now or Later" section with practical follow-up activities for use after the study or between sessions, expanded and improved leaders' notes and an attractive, redesigned format for easier reading.

Beginning with the new guides Miracles and Pleasing God (released in February 1999), all new LifeGuides will be presented in the new format. In addition more existing volumes will be revised every year to ensure that all our LifeGuides continue to be effective Bible study resources for the twenty-first century.

Truth seems to be an outdated concept. We need to be reminded of the biblical value of integrity. These studies invite us to find contentment in who we are and how we follow God as we become people of integrity.

The Overcomer Series is Volume 3 of a continuing curriculum series highlighting Old Testament characters who faced great challenge and adversity as they fulfilled their unique calling to advance the Kingdom of God in their generation. Already adopted for use on the mission fields of India, this curriculum has been translated into five Indian languages and has proven to be a valuable discipleship tool in equipping the emerging churches and the training of its leaders. The three volume storying curriculum along with the Curriculum Guide that accompanies it offer several months of study and are designed to deepen the reader's understanding of the application of lessons and principles modeled through the lives of each Bible character. The three volume series is rapidly becoming a valuable resource in equipping readers to become present day servants of the Most High God with the hope of making lasting impact for the cause of Christ in our present day generation. Mary Ann Bishop is a Bible teacher, recording artist, conference speaker, and missionary. She and her husband David have worked for years in China, Vietnam, Laos, Turkey and the nation of India bringing hope and help to those in need of the gospel. Mary Ann travels to India with teams of women twice a year training church planters and pastors through the storying method set forth in her three volume curriculum series called Servants of the Most High God. David and Mary Ann reside in Pawleys Island and are the parents of two children, Wesley and Elizabeth. They are the proud grandparents of their first grandchild, Lily Jones Bishop. Bruce Chandler teaches art classes, paints commissions as well as local and historical landmarks for prints. Bruce also paints murals for residences, churches and businesses, the largest of which is 79 feet long and located in Douglas Airport, Charlotte, North Carolina. The highest paintings are located in numerous Super Wal-Mart stores, and the most humorous can be found in a Litchfield, SC beach house. Bruce has illustrated four books, been featured in Craft and Design Magazine, and designed a painting for the cover of Seabreeze Magazine.

How can something be created from nothing? How does Genesis relate to the New Testament and Christian faith? In this eight-week study, homiletics professor and pastor J. Ellsworth Kalas approaches Genesis as a very personal and almost intimate book. Instead of viewing it as an academic study or as a puzzle to be solved, the author reads Genesis in a very personal, up-close way. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step suggestions for leading a group are provided, as well as questions to facilitate class discussion. 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."

Why do Christians differ in spiritual gifting? One of the main reasons is because of the unique ways God places and graces each of them. In Romans 12:6, Paul said, "Having gifts (faculties, talents, qualities) that differ according to the grace given us, let us use them." Every Christian is uniquely called, uniquely placed, and uniquely grace-gifted to minister as a member of the body of Christ. In this profoundly insightful study into the modus operendi of God in the New Testament - how He uniquely calls, places, and graces believers - Guy expounds on ministry grace and teaches believers how to locate, cultivate, and use their unique grace-gifts. Those who do will be "good stewards of the manifold grace of God" and fulfill their ministry as a unique member of the body of Christ.

Thomas Gardner artistically describes Jesus--"the Word made flesh"--as a poem penned by God for the world, and John--author of the Fourth Gospel--as the poem's interpreter. John's structural patterns, repetitions, and narrative interventions invite readers to experience for themselves the beauty of the divine poem. John in the Company of Poets deepens this invitation by re-imagining the biblical text through the eyes of such artists as Emily Dickinson, Robert Frost, Wendell Berry, and T. S. Eliot, offering a literary reading of the Gospel based upon their powerful poetic replies. Poets are our best readers, contends Gardner, and his deft analysis forges a fresh path into the issues and tensions of John's Gospel.