Monday, May 6, 2013

What I Like About Bible Studies for Life



Since the beginning of the year I have visited in many churches throughout northern Georgia with one conversation in mind. I have tried to tell as many ministers as possible about the many great enhancements and added facets to the ongoing Bible study curriculum called ‘Bible Studies for Life’.  Next month will be the first opportunity to order this refined tool that has been designed to:
1.                  Help you connect the unconnected to a Bible study group
2.                  Help you strengthen families
3.                  Help you disciple your people

Let me remind you of some of the things that I’m so excited about the new Bible Studies for Life:

  • An aligned scope and sequence of study from Preschool through Adults which can provide churches that ‘one voice’ message on Sunday morning.
  • Name changes to curriculum pieces that clarifies and simplifies the target group.
  • Sermon ideas that can be used to deepen and enrich that ‘one point’ emphasis of study that was discussed in Bible study.
  • The Church Campaign units that not only provide the above points but also provide ideas for worship and promotional banners.
  • The ‘One Conversation’ page  which provides a parent the opportunity to deepen their spiritual conversations at home and throughout the week with their children.
  • Videos that are provided to promote each six week study.
  • Videos that are provided to help the teacher prepare the study.
  • Videos that are provided in each age group that augment the study session.
  • Updated printed material with eye-popping artwork, clean white paper, and perfect binding.
  • Personal Study Guides that are interactive and prepare the person for the upcoming study.
  • Study materials that are provided in print or by digital download …  and by app.
  • Six week small group study materials that can be used in small group ministries or discipleship groups.
  • A well thought out discipleship plan that permeates the curriculum.
  • A curriculum that builds a disciple who will:
- passionately seek Christ through spiritual disciplines
- gladly submit to Christ through continual repentance
-  actively participate in the community of faith
- generously serve others with their spiritual gifts and resources
-  unashamedly represents Christ to those around him
-  lovingly engage the culture with the Truth
 


I invite you to go to the website to see these things for yourself:

THINGS YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN ….

FOR CHURCH LEADER TRAINING: The Ministry Grid; an online leadership development platform for pastors, staff, and volunteer leadership - http://www.ministrygrid.com/

FOR BIBLE STUDY LEADERSHIP: MasterWork Supplement for MasterWork curriculum users - http://www.lifeway.com/Product/masterwork-leader-supplement-P005601369-2013-SUM

JANUARY BIBLE STUDY 2014: Colossians: Christ is All You Need - http://www.lifeway.com/n/Product-Family/January-Bible-Study


FOR CHURCH-WIDE EVENT: Experiencing God documentary – DVD multi-pack kit includes 10 DVDs to share, lifetime site license, movie posters, immediate availability of download of movie - http://www.lifeway.com/Product/experiencing-god-documentary-dvd-multi-pack-P005586193

FOR WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Gideon: Your Weakness, God’s Strength by Priscilla Shirer - http://www.lifeway.com/n/Product-Family/Gideon?intcmp=LWMain-Hero2-Gideon-20130429


FOR MEN’S MINISTRY:  The Main Event men’s conference, July 26-27, Nashville, TN featuring 18 speakers including Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson, Coach Bobby Bowden, Dr. Tony Evans: http://www.lifeway.com/n/Product-Family/The-Main-Event?type=events

For Family Ministry: Experiencing God at Home; a Bible Study for Parents - http://www.lifeway.com/Product/experiencing-god-at-home-a-bible-study-for-parents-P005558726







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