You're invited on a delectable pilgrimage to discover the secret to savoring every day. The Psalmist declared, "Taste and see that the Lord is good" (Ps 34:8), so Margaret Feinberg, one of America's most beloved Bible teachers, took the invitation literally. She embarked on a culinary and spiritual adventure that took her far and wide: descending 410 feet into a salt mine, baking fresh matzo at Yale University, harvesting olives off the Croatian coast, and tasting succulent figs at a premier farm--all to discover the truth of God's goodness. With each person she encountered, she asked, "How do you read the Scripture in light of what you do every day?" Their answers will change the way you read the Bible forever... and the way you approach every meal. "This is a journey that changed my life, my faith, my future," she writes. "It moved me from fear and uncertainty to discover a renewed, vibrant faith again--and I believe it will do the same for you." With her delightful curiosity and humor, you'll learn to: * Overcome awkwardness and nurture deeper connections around any table. * Rise above uncertainty, knowing what seeds God has planted in you. * Learn how you were uniquely created to help others flourish. * Unlock the satisfying and fruitful life you've been created for. * Last, but not least, you'll learn how to make some delicious meals along the way! Join Margaret in this deeply nourishing six-week video Bible study sprinkled with step-by-step recipes and biblical insights. After all, it's at the table where we learn to taste and see the goodness of God. Sessions include: 1. You're Invited to the Table - Making deeper connections around any table. 2. Delighting in the Sweetness of Fruitfulness - A closer look at the imagery of fruit in the Bible. 3. Chewing on the Bread of Life - More than a biblical metaphor! Professional bakers respond. 4. Savoring the Salt of the Earth - How many different kinds of salt can you think of? 5. Relishing the Olive and Its Oil - Why the olive leaf is a miracle of creation. 6. Discovering the Liturgy of the Table - Experience God's goodness in community. Designed for use with the Taste and See Video Study (9780310087847), sold separately.

52 Bible-based sessions of activities, exploring who God is and what he is like, designed for your Splash! group of children aged 5 to 8. * A wide range of Bible passages covered, including Genesis, Exodus, Isaiah, Matthew, Mark, Luke, John and more... * All resource pages photocopiable, with extra resource downloads * Fun, creative, time-saving, tried and tested, quality material * Seasonal sessions included * Session planning tools to help you prepare * In an easy to photocopy `lie-flat' format

The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and over the centuries it has changed people's lives and led them to God. Yet sometimes it can be a difficult book to understand. The culture in which the Bible was written is so different from our own that at times we struggle to understand what it means or how it is relevant to our modern lives. In this 14-session video Bible study (DVD/digital sold separately), Bible professors John Walton and Mark Strauss give you the background you need to successfully understand even the difficult parts of the Word of God. They provide an overview of the Bible's key themes, show what the teachings meant to the people at the time, and explain how those teachings apply to your life today. By the end, you will have a greater understanding of Scripture, know how all the books work together, and understand what God has done to make a way for you to come to him. This study guide includes: Group discussion questions and notes to help you get the most out of the fourteen video sessions in A Brief Study of the Bible Video Study An overview of each book of the Bible and a daily reading plan Between-sessions Scripture passages, reading tips, and key stories to help you dig into the content Additional facts to help you understand the situations behind the story Sessions include: Introduction Genesis-Exodus Leviticus-Deuteronomy Joshua-1 Samuel 2 Samuel-2 Kings 1 Chronicles-Nehemiah Esther-Psalm 90 Psalm 91-Song of Songs Isaiah-Lamentations Ezekiel-Malachi Matthew Mark-Acts 8 Acts 9-Philemon Hebrews-Revelation Designed for use with A Brief Survey of the Bible Video Study (sold separately).

This six-session small group Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately) by noted teacher and historian, Ray Vander Laan, is volume nine of the That the World May Know series. When the Israelites left Egypt, they were finally free. Free from persecution, free from oppression, and free to worship their God. But with that freedom comes a new challenge - learning how to live together the way God intends. In this ninth volume of Faith Lessons, discover how God teaches the Israelites what it means to be part of a community that loves him and what that means for us today. Filmed on location in Israel, Faith Lessons is a unique video series that brings God's Word to life with astounding relevance. By weaving together the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts, teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan reveals unique insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers. Each lesson: Focuses on passages of Scripture explored in the DVD Includes sidebars, maps, photos and other study tools Features questions that facilitate discussion and inspire personal reflection Includes 25 personal Bible studies to help you deepen your learning experience between sessions, and turn lessons from the past into applications that impact how you live out your faith today. The companion DVD for Fire On The Mountain was filmed on location at the Red Sea, Sinai, Serabit al Khadim, and Jebel Katarina. These illuminating "faith lessons" afford a new understanding of the Bible that will ground your convictions and transform your life. The Faith Lessons video series is ideal for use in small groups, personal and family Bible studies, and adult Sunday school. Individual believers and families will gain vital insights from long-ago times and cultures through this innovative approach to Bible study. Lessons include: The Lord Who Heals You - Filmed at the Red Sea and Sinai Not By Bread Alone - Filmed in Sinai Their Blood Cried Out - Filmed at Serabit al Khadim The Mountain of God - Filmed at Jebel Katarina I Led You Like a Bride - Filmed at Jebel Katarina The Whisper of God - Filmed at Jebel Katarina This Discovery Guide is designed for use with the Fire On The Mountain DVD (sold separately).

Do you read The Chronicles of Narnia sensing that the stories are full of biblical parallels, even if you’ re not always sure what they are or where to find them? This user-friendly companion to The Chronicles of Narnia is written for C. S. Lewis readers like you who want to discover the books’ biblical and Christian roots. Read it, and you’ ll find that this chapter-by-chapter, book-by-book examination of The Chronicles will widen your spiritual vision.

“ This cohesive and easy-to-follow guide serves as a fantastic parental teaching tool on a subject that kids love. . . . Every child who loves Narnia needs to have a copy of this guide to help the stories of Aslan come alive in a biblically relevant way.” --Ellie Kay, best-selling author of Heroes at Home

“ This is a wonderful exploration of the biblical themes woven into The Chronicles of Narnia, with lively and helpful introductions and an uncontrived use of Scripture throughout.” --Paul McCusker, dramatist of The Chronicles of Narnia Radio Theatre

“ Christin Ditchfield’ s love for children and reverence for the role of parents is evident in A Family Guide to Narnia. She gently, yet effectively, shines a light on God’ s truth, so we can all be better teachers to our children.” --Vicki Caruana, America’ s Teacher™, author of Apples & Chalkdust and The Homeschooler’ s Guide to...

“ This is an important book that will help families learn more from the Bible and The Chronicles of Narnia.” --Lyle W. Dorsett, Professor of Christian Ministries, Wheaton College, and author of The Essential C. S. Lewis

FUNCITIONAL IMAGES OF THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATOR is one of those rare and precious books which helps religious educators explore and clarify their own special identity as religious educators. This special identity is revealed in ten basic functional roles which are central to religious education enactment. The author shows that while religious educators perform most and possibly all these ten basic functional roles, nonetheless one predominates. This dominant role, plus the way the religious educator harmoniously integrates the other roles into the dominant one, is the key to each religious educator's own special identity.

Spiritual teacher and bridge-builder Brother David Steindl-Rast translates the Apostles' Creed for today, uncovering the deeper universal truths that can be an inspiration to all people.
In "Deeper than Words: Living the Apostles' Creed," Brother David reexamines the words with which the early followers of Jesus summarized their faith. Reading line-by-line with an open perspective, he reveals the often overlooked message of trust, compassion, peace, love, and awareness contained in this widely known but rarely examined statement.
"Deeper than Words" moves beyond ritual and exclusivity and instead finds a deeper faith based in real human experience and the sense of limitless belonging that is shared by all people who seek to understand themselves and the world. The words of the Apostles' Creed are Christian, but its heart is a universal and timeless guide to fullness of life. From this transformation perspective, developed over a lifetime of contemplation, Brother David presents a powerful call to renewal through reconnection with the spiritual and a reawakening to shared sacred truths.

Choices, Choices, Choices: Managing My Life is designed for twelfth grade students, but can be used in grades nine, ten, or eleven. The text leads students to consider many of the issues that confront young adult Christians in today's world. By exploring God's Word in the context of these issues, students are led to bring their problems and concern to the one who waits to listen, receive, forgive and renew those who love and trust in Him. 13 chapters. 90 sessions.

The bestselling "Names of God" pamphlet is a wonderful tool for understanding God's character and personal attributes. The 21 names of God, found throughout the Old Testament, will build your faith and enrich the time you spend in his presence. This full- color glossy, 12-panel pamphlet offers an easy-to-use chart format for learning God's names and their meaning such as El Shaddai (The All-Sufficient One), Jehovah-Rapha (The Lord Who Heals), and YHWH (I Am). Each name of God holds a special blessing or promise for those who believe in God "Size: 8.5"x 5.5" unfolds to 33" long. Fits inside most Bible covers." This pamphlet will add dimension to your time spent before God in prayer and in praise and worship. Each of God's names are listed along with their meaning, application, Bible reference, and pronunciation/comments The 21 "Names of God" are: Adonai Jehovah Jireh El (the Strong One) Jehovah-Mekaddishkem (Jehovah Mekaddishkem) El Elohe Yisrael Jehovah-Nissi (Jehovah Nissi) El Elyon Jehovah-Rapha (Jehovah Rapha) Elohim Jehovah-Rohi (Jehovah Rohi) El Olam Jehovah-Sabaoth (Jehovah Sabaoth) El Roi Jehovah-Shalom (Jehovah Shalom) El Shaddai Jehovah-Shammah (Jehovah-Shammah) Immanuel Jehovah Tsidkenu Jehovah Yah or Jah YHWH In addition to explaining the names of God and their meanings, the pamphlet offers suggestions on using this tool during personal reflection, including: The importance of know about The Lord of Hosts The Names of God in Psalm 23 How to use the pamphlet to worship God, one name at a time. The "Names of God" pamphlet is an excellent addition to times spent in devotion, prayer, praise and worship. Using New Testament Scripture references, the pamphlet also reveals the namesthat God shares with Jesus, such as: El Olam, The Beginning and the End YHWH-Rohi, The Lord is my Shepherd Immanuel, God With Us, among many others

The Story of Jesus small group video Bible study is a seven-week exploration into the life and ministry of Jesus that is adapted from the original The Story Adult Curriculum. Pulled straight from the pages of the Bible, this study provides individuals and groups of all sizes the opportunity to learn, discuss, and apply Jesus life, work, and teaching to their everyday lives. Pastor and author Randy Frazee presents seven ten-minute teachings on how the story of Jesus intersects with the story of our modern day lives. To understand the Bible, says author and pastor Randy Frazee, you need bifocal lenses, because two perspectives are involved. The Lower Story, our story, is actually many stories of men and women interacting with God in the daily course of life. The Upper Story is God's story, the tale of his great, overarching purpose that fits all the individual stories together like panels in one unified mural. Bestselling author Max Lucado also adds some introductory insights. The Story of Jesus DVD (sold separately) and Participant's Guide are designed for use by individuals as well as groups of all sizes, including small groups and Sunday school and adult education classes. The Story of Jesus Participant s Guide includes DVD teaching notes, discussion questions, between session personal experiences, and also includes seven chapters of the full text of The Story hardcover book as it relates to Jesus, from his birth to the beginning of the church."

The Being With course is an introduction to Christianity with a difference. Rather than being a Bible study or a series of arguments to try to convince you that God exists, it starts with the conviction that you already have a wealth of understanding of truth, beauty and goodness that will help you, in the company of others, to recognise God's presence in your life and your everyday experiences. At its heart is the idea that God's greatest desire is to be with us in Jesus. That's the reason the world was created; that's why you were created. Over a period of ten weeks, you will discover dimensions of this presence and what it means to live abundantly with God, with one another and with creation.