What Are Spiritual Gifts? The subject of spiritual gifts can seem complicated: Who has spiritual gifts--"spiritual people" or everybody? What are spiritual gifts anyway? Understanding Spiritual Gifts takes you straight to God's Word to discover answers from the Gift-Giver Himself. As you dig into Bible passages about God's design for each of us, you'll find out that spiritual gifts aren't complicated--but they are life-changing. Here you will uncover what spiritual gifts are, where they come from, who has them, how they are received, and how they work within the church. As you study, you will have a new vision for how you can use your God-given gifts to bring hope to your home, your church, and a hurting world. 40 Minutes a Week Could Change Your Life! The 40-Minute Bible Studies series from the teaching team at Precept Ministries International tackles the topics that matter to you. These inductive study guides, designed to be completed in just six 40-minute lessons with no homework required, help you discover for yourself what God says and how it applies to your life today. With the leader's notes and Bible passages included right in the book, each self-contained study is a powerful resource for personal growth and small-group discussion.

Christian men are in the midst of a life-long process. They're being transformed by the renewing of their minds, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, they're crucifying the sinful nature with its passions and desires.
But the world, the flesh, and the devil go to great lengths to thwart the process. Our culture is obsessed with sex. Pornography, declining morals, pervasive visual stimulation, rampant divorce, and epidemic adultery. They all reflect ungodly passions. And inflame impure thoughts.
In this six-week study you'll learn that God has provided everything you need to resist temptation. Through the examples of men in Scripture-those who fell into sin and those who stood firm-you'll find hope for controlling your passions. You' ll learn how to choose the path of purity. And you'll find assurance that through the power of the Holy Spirit and God's Word, you can escape the corruption of this world and one day stand before God blameless and pure.

"A Blueprint for Building a Love that Lasts"
Marriage begins with visions of eternal love, hope, and happiness. Yet, even among Christians, hope too quickly fades. The happiness dims. And love seems too hard to sustain.
It doesn't have to be that way. God designed marriage to be a satisfying, fulfilling relationship, and He created men and women so that they-together, and as one flesh-could reflect His love for the world. Marriage, when lived out as God intended, makes us complete, it brings us joy, and gives our lives fresh meaning.
In this study, you'll examine God's design for marriage, and you'll learn, from the Designer's perspective, what it means to be a godly husband or wife. You'll discover biblical wisdom for pursuing harmony in difficult areas such as finances, communication, and respect for each other's roles. Most important, you'll learn the principles you need to build a love that lasts.

Does God really care about your sex life?
In a culture saturated with sex, many find it hard to believe the Creator of the universe cares about this facet of their lives. Others are confused about where to draw the line to avoid going "too far."
Married or single, you need to know what God says about sex. After all, He's the one who designed this priceless gift and set clear boundaries to protect it. This candid study will help you weigh the messages of our culture against the truth of God's Word. As you learn about the Designer's original intent for sex, you'll gain valuable insights to guide your daily choices.

Guerra Espiritual: Venciendo al Enemigo Estas preparado para la batalla? Sea que lo tengas en cuenta o no, vives en medio de un combate espiritual. Tu enemigo, el diablo, es peligroso, destructivo y esta determinado a evitar que sirvas efectivamente a Dios. Para poder defenderte contra sus ataques, necesitas saber como opera el enemigo. A traves de este estudio de seis semanas obtendras un conocimiento completo de las tacticas y maquinaciones del enemigo. A medida que descubres la verdad acerca de Satanas - incluyendo los limites de su poder - estaras equipado para permanecer firme contra sus ataques y desarrollar una estrategia para vivir diariamente en victoria. Spiritual Warfare: Overcoming the Enemy Are You Prepared For Battle? Whether you realize it or not, you live in the midst of spiritual combat. Your enemy, the devil, is dangerous, destructive, and determined to keep you from effectively serving God. In order to defend yourself against his attacks, you need to know how the enemy operates. Through this six-week study you will gain a thorough knowledge of the enemy's tactics and schemes. As you discover the truth about Satan-including the limits of his power-you will be equipped to stand firm against his attacks and to develop a strategy for living daily in victory.

Mientras los lectores descubren las respuestas biblicas a preguntas dificiles acerca del perdon, tambien descubriran como el escoger perdonar los libera del dolor del pasado y los impulsa a ser todo lo que Dios quiere que sean. Las instrucciones para los lideres se dan al inicio de cada libro. As they uncover biblical answers to the difficult questions of forgiveness, readers will discover how choosing forgiveness can free them from a painful past and propel them toward being all God intends them to be. Instructions for leaders are given at the beginning of the book.

Un vistazo esclarecedor a la Oracion del Senor y ejemplos de oracion a traves de la Biblia, este estudio revela un modelo poderoso para hablar con Dios y principios para orar eficazmente. Las instrucciones para los lideres se dan al inicio del libro. With an eye-opening look at the Lord's Prayer and examples of prayer throughout the Bible, this study reveals a powerful model for talking with God and principles for praying effectively. Instructions for leaders are given at the beginning of the book.

Amando a Dios y a los Demas - por Kay Arthur y David y BJ Lawson - (Estudio de 6 semanas)
Que quiere Dios realmente de ti?
Es facil confundirse acerca de como agradar a Dios. Un maestro de Biblia detalla una larga lista de mandamientos que deberias guardar. El siguiente maestro dice que solo la gracia importa. Quien esta en lo correcto? Hace siglos, en respuesta a esta pregunta, Jesus simplifico todas las reglas y regulaciones de la Ley en solo dos grandes mandamientos: amar a Dios y amar a tu projimo.
Amando a Dios y a los Demas estudia como estos dos mandamientos definen el corazon de la fe cristiana. Mientras descansas en la certeza del conocimiento de lo que Dios te ha llamado a hacer, seras desafiado a vivir estos mandamientos - y descubrir como el obedecer estos simples mandamientos de Jesus, no solo transformaran tu vida sino tambien las vidas de los que te rodean.
Loving God and Others - by Kay Arthur and David and BJ Lawson - (6- week study)
What does God really want from you?
It's easy to get confused about how to please God. One Bible teacher details a long list of the commands you should be keeping. The next teacher says only grace matters. Who is right? Centuries ago, in answer to this question, Jesus simplified all the rules and regulations of the Law into just two great commands: love God and love people.
Loving God and Others looks at how these two commands define the heart of Christian faith. As you rest in the certain knowledge of what God calls you to, you will be challenged to live these commands out - and discover how obeying Jesus' simple commands will transform not only your life but also the lives of those around you.

Distracciones Fatales: Conquistando Tentaciones Destructivas Esta el pecado amenazando tu progreso espiritual? Cualquier tipo de pecado puede minar la efectividad del creyente, pero ciertos pecados pueden enraizarse profundamente en nuestras vidas - aun sin que nos demos cuenta - que se vuelven fatales para nuestro crecimiento espiritual. En este estudio observaremos seis de los pecados "mortales" que amenazan el progreso espiritual: Orgullo, Ira, Celos, Gula, Pereza y Avaricia. Aprenderas a identificar las maneras sutiles en las cuales estas distracciones fatales pueden invadir tu vida y estaras equipado para conquistar las tentaciones destructivas para que puedas madurar en tu caminar con Cristo. Fatal Distractions: Conquering Destructive Temptations Is Sin Threatening Your Spiritual Progress? Any type of sin can undermine a believer's effectiveness, but certain sins can become so deeply rooted in our lives-even without our realizing-that they become fatal to our spiritual growth. This study looks at six of the "deadly" sins that threaten spiritual progress: Pride, Anger, Jealousy, Gluttony, Slothfulness, and Greed. You'll learn to identify the subtle ways in which these fatal distractions can invade your life, and you'll be equipped to conquer these destructive temptations so you can mature in your journey with Christ.

Volviendo Tu Corazon Hacia Dios Descubre lo que realmente significa ser bendecido En el Sermon del Monte, Jesus identifico actitudes que traen el favor de Dios: Llorar por el pecado, demostrar mansedumbre, mostrar misericordia, cultivar la paz y mas. Algunas de estas frases se han vuelto tan familiares que hemos perdido el sentido de lo que significan. En este poderoso estudio, obtendras un fresco entendimiento de como seria alinear tu vida a las prioridades de Dios. Aqui descubriras por que la palabra bendicion significa caminar en la plenitud y satisfaccion de Dios, sin importar tus circunstancias. A medida que miras mas de cerca el significado detras de cada una de las Bienaventuranzas, veras como estas verdades pueden moldear tus decisiones cada dia - y llevarte mas de cerca al corazon de Dios. Turning Your Heart Towards God Discover What It Really Means to Be Blessed In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus identified attitudes that bring God's favor: weeping over sin, demonstrating meekness, showing mercy, nurturing peace, and more. Some of these phrases have become so familiar that we've lost sight of their meaning. In this powerful study, you will gain a fresh understanding of what it looks like to align your life with God's priorities. Here you will discover anew why the word blessed mean walking the fulness and satisfaction of God, no matter your circumstances. As you look closely at the meaning behind each of the Beatitudes, you will see how these truths can shape your choices every day--and bring you closer to the heart of God.

Entendiendo los Dones Espirituales - by Kay Arthur and David and BJ Lawson - (6-week study) Los lectores de todas las edades encontraran nuevo estimulo para poner sus propios dones espirituales unicos a trabajar a traves de los conocimientos que adquieren en este estudio sin tarea de seis semanas. Al guiar a los lectores a traves de pasajes biblicos especificos de Romanos, 1 Corintios 12, Efesios y 1 Pedro 4, este estudio les ayudara a entender que tipo de dones espirituales le son otorgados a las diferentes personas, de donde vienen y a que proposito sirven. Adicionalmente a ser desafiados a hacer uso de sus dones personales, los cristianos obtendran una apreciacion mas profunda de las unicas y maravillosas maneras en que cada individuo contribuye a la vida de toda la iglesia. Understanding Spiritual Gifts - by Kay Arthur and David and BJ Lawson - (6 -week study) Readers of all ages will find fresh encouragement for putting their own unique spiritual gifts to work through the insights they gain in this six-week, no-homework study. By guiding readers through specific Bible passages in Romans, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians, and 1 Peter 4, this study helps them understand what type of spiritual gifts are given to various people, where those gifts come from, and what purpose they serve. In addition to being challenged to make use of their own personal gifts, Christians will gain a deeper appreciation of the unique and wonderful ways each individual contributes to the life of the whole church.

Abordando temas sensibles con la verdad directamente de la Biblia, este estudio ayudara a los lectores a entender mejor la intencion original de Dios para el sexo asi como los limites que El diseno para proteger este precioso regalo. Una guia oportuna y util para discutir como la perspectiva de la Biblia se compara con el mensaje de la sociedad. Las instrucciones para los lideres estan al principio del libro. Approaching sensitive issues with truth straight from the Bible, this study helps readers better understand God's original intent for sex as well as the boundaries He designed to protect this priceless gift. A timely and helpful guide for discussing how the Bible's perspective compares with the messages of the culture. Instructions for leaders are given at the beginning of the book and throughout it.

Este estudio resalta los principios vitales del liderazgo para equipar a los cristianos llamados por Dios a posiciones de influencia en sus hogares, comunidades, iglesias, y finalmente el mundo. This study highlights vital leadership principles to equip Christians called by God to position of influence in their homes, communities, churches, and ultimately the world.