In this six-session study, award-winning author Philip Yancey probes the very heartbeat—the most fundamental, challenging, perplexing, and deeply rewarding aspect—of our relationship with God: prayer. What is prayer? How does it work? And more importantly, does it work? In theory, prayer is the essential human act, a priceless point of contact between us and the God of the universe. In practice, prayer is often frustrating, confusing, and fraught with mystery. Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? is an exploration of the mysterious intersection where God and humans meet and relate. Designed for use with the video.

Packed with short summaries, 150 quick-reference charts & diagrams, full-color maps, and illustrations, Rose’s Bible Overview is the perfect solution to cover over 2,000 years of Bible history, people, and events at a glance! Includes: Over 150 charts, maps, time lines, and full-color photos.Archaeological discoveries that give insight into the culture of the time.How Jesus can be seen in each book.Relevant and practical application for God’s people today— and more! 5 Key Features of Rose’s Bible Overview 1. Easy-to-Use. Clear Format for Quick Referencing. 2. Highly Visual. Packed with Charts, Maps, and Time Lines! 3. Short & Concise. Need-to-Know Information at Your Fingertips! 4. Easy-to-Read. Simple Summaries for What You Need to Know at a Glance! Enjoy having one book that includes not only quick overviews—but also hundreds of fascinating facts, such as: The name Genesis comes from the Greek word gignesthai, which means “to be born.”The Cyrus Cylinder found in ancient Babylon dates back to around 539 B.C. and confirms the accuracy of the events in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah.Roman Emperor Nero was so cruel that his contemporaries called him the “beast.” Tradition says that both Peter and Paul were martyred under the persecution of him.Rose’s Bible Overview is perfect for: Adult and young adult Bible study, homeschool, church libraries, discipleship & new believers’ classes, baptism gifts, and much more! Perfect for personal study or for the Bible study leader that wants to hand out overviews for each book.

With powerful true stories and specific activities for readers to try, this participant's guide to the inspirational book shows how to live out faith in a way that improves people's lives.

People and Events Every Christian Should Know In this 12-session DVD-based study (for which this is the participant guide), Dr. Timothy Paul Jones takes you through the most important events in Christian history from the time of the apostles to today. He brings to life the fascinating people and events that shaped our world. This isn't dry names and dates. It's full of dramatic stories told with a touch of humor. This series, based on Dr. Jones's popular award-winning book Christian History Made Easy, ties in spiritual lessons believers can glean by looking at the past, and shows how God was still working in his church despite all the ups and downs. You will learn: The fascinating stories of people such as St. Patrick, Martin Luther, and Augustine.People who changed history: Constantine, Charlemagne, and Francis of AssisiHow we got the Bible that we read today --John Wycliffe, William Tyndale and others.The Middle Ages and the Reformation: Kings and Queens, Monks and ReformersWhere church doctrines and practices originated.How the Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant churches came to be.Reason and Revival--How modernity and the scientific revolution affected Christianity.How Christianity has spread around the worldThe Sessions You don't have to be an expert to lead this 12-session study. Perfect for small groups, Bible studies, or personal use. Ages: Young adult to adult. The 12 sessions cover major eras and topics with plenty of stories and humor. You'll cover the early church, monasticism, medieval conflicts, the Protestant Reformation, the Great Awakening, 19th-century missions, modernity, and postmodernism. These additional resources are also available (each sold separately): A Complete Kit (UPC 031809088241 or ISBN 9781596365254) which contains this DVD plus additional resourcesPaperback edition of the leader guide (ISBN 9781596365278, also available as an e-book)Also useful for this study is the award-winning Christian History Made Easy book (ISBN 9781596363281). This full-color, 224-page book by Timothy Paul Jones tells additional stories that shaped Christian history.A CD-ROM containing the fully illustrated 360+ slide Christian History Made Easy PowerPoint presentation (ISBN 9781596363410) to give the leader optional material such as additional images and information to go deeper into popular events and people. Award-winning author Dr. Timothy Paul Jones has bachelors and masters degrees in biblical literature and pastoral ministry, as well as a doctorate in educational leadership. He is a professor at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. In 2010 he won the ECPA Christian Book of the Year award in the Christian Education category for Christian History Made Easy. "Dr. Timothy Paul Jones is a brilliant young biblical scholar who helps simplify the complex. His [resources] are great and sorely needed during our time when many are biblically illiterate and know even less about Church history." --Dr. Jerry Newcombe, author, TV host, and spokesperson for Truth that Transforms with Dr. D. James Kennedy (formerly The Coral Ridge Hour)

In the six-session small group Bible study, The Life You’ve Always Wanted, John Ortberg guides you and your group through the spiritual disciplines and teaches you how they can transform your spiritual life. What does true spiritual life really look like? And what keeps you from living it? What can you do to pursue it? If you’re tired of the status quo—if you suspect there’s more to Christianity than what you’ve experienced—John Ortberg invites you to join him on a road to transformation and spiritual vigor that anyone can take. Cultivate new intimacy and confidence in prayer. Discover the freedom of secrecy. Taste the benefits of slowing life’s frenetic pace. Learn how to be guided by the Holy Spirit … and much more. As in a marathon, the secret lies not in trying hard, but in training consistently. Proven by followers of Jesus over the centuries, the spiritual disciplines are exercises that strengthen your endurance race on the road to growth. Sessions include: It’s Morphing Time Slowing Down and Celebrating Praying and Confessing Meditating on Scripture and Seeking Guidance Practicing Servanthood, Finding Freedom Going the Distance with a Well-Ordered Heart Designed for use with The Life You’ve Always Wanted: A DVD Study 9780310810506 (sold separately).

The Bible has 66 books, more than 1000 chapters, and was written by about 40 different authors. Anyone can learn how to dive in and dig deep into the Word of God with How to Study the Bible. Whether you have no Bible experience or have studied the Bible for a long time, this handy book provides an excellent introduction to personal Bible study. Learn how to stay grounded in the faith by learning the basics of Bible study.

Parents are often encouraged to talk with their kids, but they don't always feel equipped to deal with these difficult topics off the cuff, right? 40 Answers to Teen's Top Questions is packed with the most common teen questions, solutions, biblical advice, plus parenting tips that are laid out clearly in an easy-to-read way that your teen can read on their own or with you! You already know not to lecture your teen, but it can be hard to reason with them when emotions run high, so where do you turn? From peer pressure and bullies to zits and dating, parents will discover practical ways to have open and honest conversations with their teens while equipping them to navigate toward early adulthood. Includes-- 40 real & relevant topics to teens & preteensEach question opens with real comments from an adolescent to other adolescentsStraightforward answers from an expert addressed to teens with honesty and humorEach topic includes practical exercises to "Talk It Out," "Act It Out," and "Think It Out""For Parents" section on each topic addresses concerns and gives ideas and options to create open communicationand more! Get the confidence you need to answer your teen's tough questions and keep communication open. Parents and other adults will be amazed at the mutual respect and trust you've built between you and your teen. You know your teen is going to be getting these answers about puberty, how to grow up, and more, from their friends, the internet, and other adults, but they want and need to hear these answers from you! This guide will help you-- Communicate clearly & effectively listen to your teen to build trust, respect, and a lasting bondEasily bring up hot teen topics so your teen feels free to openly shareGain the confidence to equip your teen with everything they need to make godly choices every dayand so much more! 40 Answers to Teens' Top Questions is perfect for counseling, parents' groups, youth ministry leaders, church giveaways, and more!