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50) Exodus tells how God redeemed the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt, and how He guided them to the Promised Land. In this book we will meet Moses, Miriam, Aaron, and Joshua.

1 Joy of Living Enriching lives through the study of God s Word Spring Newsletter Spring Special - Over 1/3 Off March May 2019 only, Joy of Living is offering both: Visit our website: The study of Exodus Part 1 for only $12, regularly $18.50 (Large print only $16.25) The study of Exodus Part 2 for only $10, regularly $15.30 (Large print only $13.50) Exodus tells how God redeemed the people of Israel from slavery in Egypt, and how He guided them to the Promised Land. In this book we will meet Moses, Miriam, Aaron, and Joshua. Within the book of Exodus, God s purpose in history is revealed through this account of redemption, covenant, and the building of the tabernacle. All of these picture God s plan, which was eventually fulfilled through Jesus Christ. Selections from the books of Numbers, Deuteronomy, and Joshua are included in Part 2, showing how Israel finally settled in the land of promise under Joshua s leadership. To order visit our website at: us at: info@joyofliving.org, or, call us at: (800) Joy of Living Blog March 2019 We are excited to announce the new Joy of Living blog! This will be a place for us to connect with you on a weekly basis with stories, articles, and excerpts from our studies. We may also occasionally post staff and study leader bios, highlight local communities using Joy of Living study materials, and share other resources to make your classes and individual study time even more fruitful! New posts will go live each Thursday. Be sure to follow us on Facebook or Twitter to get notifications each time we post! You can visit the blog directly at org/blog, or by clicking Misc then Blog from the Joy of Living website main menu. The Redemption Book Excerpt From Exodus Exodus, the redemption book, traces the life of Moses the Israelites redeemer. In Exodus we see how Moses experiences the burning bush, the Passover lamb, the Red Sea crossing, the striking of the rock, the tabernacle symbolize the glories of Christ, the Redeemer of all mankind. What a feast is before us! May the Holy Spirit Himself nourish us as we feed on His Word, that we may exclaim with Job, I have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread (Job 23:12). The law of God recorded in Exodus is still God s unchanging moral standard for man s behavior today it has never been repealed. When a (continued on page 2) Joy of Living Bible Studies is an evangelical, interdenominational, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing the study and teaching of the Bible, God s Word. All money not used for printing and office costs goes toward developing new Bible study courses. All contributions are tax deductible. Founder...Doris W. Greig Director... Kathy Rowland The Joy of Living Newsletter is published quarterly in March, June, September and December. Newsletter may be photocopied for further distribution without prior permission. Editor...N. J. Collins PO Box 5828, Ventura, CA Phone: (800) or (805) Website: info@joyofliving.org

Living social media accounts. She is also developing and managing the new Joy of Living blog. She became a Christian as an adult through a weekly board game night at a friend s home.

2 Joy Joy of Living Profile: April-Lyn Caouette April-Lyn Caouette is the newest addition to the Joy of Living team. April-Lyn joined the staff in November 2018 as our Administrative Assistant and Media Consultant, working with the team to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly, and maintaining the Joy of Living social media accounts. She is also developing and managing the new Joy of Living blog. She became a Christian as an adult through a weekly board game night at a friend s home. That friend also ran a weekly Bible study group at his local church, and when April-Lyn needed a spiritual community to help her recover from a bout of depression, she asked her friend if she could attend his Bible study. Studying the Bible led her to start asking questions about God and Christ, and about a year and a half later in August of 2012 she was baptized and formally declared her decision to follow Jesus. Outside of her work at Joy of Living, April-Lyn is a co-founder of Love Thy Nerd (LTN), a nonprofit ministry organization that exists to be the love of Jesus to nerds and nerd culture. She and her team visit video game, board game, and comic book conventions around the country to serve and love attendees, and train missionaries how to be on mission when they return to their local communities. LTN also maintains a website that publishes reviews, commentary, and interviews on subjects such as video games, comics, board games, television, movies, and anime, and provides resources for people within the church who want to reach out to this subculture more effectively. You can visit LTN s webpage at April-Lyn is regularly amazed by how faithful and loving God is, and how even when she doesn t understand His will, God has perfect plans already in motion. She s excited to be a part of the Joy of Living team and to see what the future has in store for their work together. Cut Your Cost Are you on a tight or limited budget? You may be able to cut your costs by saving on your shipping charges. Actual shipping charges vary by weight, type of package, carrier, distance, and speed of delivery. When ordering online, or from third-party vendors, you may be billed a flat fee or a percentage of your order rather than the actual shipping charge. If you will take the time to call the Joy of Living office, we will help you receive your order at the least expensive rate and in time for your class. Remember to call ahead of time. The faster you want your order to arrive, the more expensive it will be. Exodus Excerpt (continued from page 1 nation foolishly disregards God s law and standard there is trouble, as we read in 2 Chronicles 36:16: But they mocked God s messengers, despised his words and scoffed at his prophets until the wrath of the LORD was aroused against his people and there was no remedy. Today we see evidences all about us of the results of disobedience and utter disregard for the principles God has given in His Word. When people choose to obey God s laws, their testimony is expressed in the words of the psalmist: The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the LORD are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes (Psalm 19:7-8). Just as God required of Israel, we also must obey the moral laws God gave us, but we do not have to do it alone. Elizabeth Elliot once said, Throughout the Bible when God asks a man to do something, methods, means, materials and specifics were always provided. The man had one thing to do: obey. This is true for any Christian in every age! When God calls us to be His people, He provides all that we need by the power of the Holy Spirit (see Acts 5:32; 1 Corinthians 2:4). USPS & UPS Increase You may notice a slight increase in shipping charges on your invoices. Both UPS (United Parcel Service) and USPS (United States Postal Service) have increased their rates. Website: info@joyofliving.org

New Study - Pre-order Joy of Living is pleased to announce that an all-new study, Christ B.C., should be available by May. You may pre-order your copy now.

Instead, each lesson looks at some aspect of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament, examines how it relates to Him in the New Testament, and explores how it applies to us today.

The commentary was written by Bill Meyers, a best-selling author and award-winning filmmaker, who uses his talents to further the gospel around the world.

3 New Study - Pre-order Joy of Living is pleased to announce that an all-new study, Christ B.C., should be available by May. You may pre-order your copy now. This new, 14-lesson study looks at the hidden Christ of the Old Testament. Christ B.C. is not a comprehensive theological treatise exploring every pre-incarnate reference or allusion to Christ. Instead, each lesson looks at some aspect of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament, examines how it relates to Him in the New Testament, and explores how it applies to us today. It is an exploration that will make Him more personal in your day-to-day living, and lead you deeper into His great love for you. The commentary was written by Bill Meyers, a best-selling author and award-winning filmmaker, who uses his talents to further the gospel around the world. The study questions were written by Nancy Collins, who is a familiar author to those who have done other Joy of Living Bible Study courses. If you would like to read more about these authors, visit our website at: www. joyofliving.org/authors. Donations We want to say Thank you to the following who have so graciously made recent donations to Joy of Living: Robert and Nancy Carlson Ruth Fairrington Anna Marie Garcia Ruth Klein Loretta and Bill Pfoff Carol Swearingen Clara and Herbert Welles Judith Zattoni in memory of her daughter Brenda Those who gave anonymously Joy of Living is dedicated to helping people study God s Word and become established in His Truth. All revenue not used for office costs goes toward developing new Bible study courses and making the studies available to those who might not otherwise be able to afford them (prisoners, etc.). Joy of Living is a non-profit ministry. All donations given to Joy of Living are tax deductible. If you would like to donate to Joy of Living in honor or in memory of a person, Joy of Living will list your name and the person s name in an upcoming newsletter. We will also send a letter to the address you provide stating that a donation has been made in honor or in memory of that person. For further information, contact the Joy of Living office. Donations may be made by mailing a check, by calling the Joy of Living office with your credit card information, or through our website. [The link for the website donations is Price Increase In order to keep pace with ever-increasing overhead, it is necessary to raise our prices by approximately 3% on our study materials, effective March The weekly cost of doing a Joy of Living course is only $1.35 on average, which is still less than a cup of coffee or a large fountain drink! We endeavor to keep the cost of our studies as low as possible in order to make the studies affordable for everyone. Many of our longer studies have been split which allows each half to have a more moderate price. We, also, continue to offer the Extended Payment option (no interest charge) on courses over 7-weeks long. If you would like to take advantage of the Extended Payment option, please mention it when you are placing your order. Visit our website or see our current order form for new prices. Phone: (800) or (805)

4 3/19 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Oak View, CA Permit No.2 PO Box 5828 Ventura, CA ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED *** Spring Special *** March 2019 May 2019 Only Over 1/3 off Both Exodus Part 1 and Exodus Part 2 Website: info@joyofliving.org Phone: (800) or (805)

5 3/19wu To Place Your Order Call (or send it by postal mail, or see our addresses) (Prices reflect 20% off list price) PO Box 5828 Ventura, CA (800) (805) Website: Bill/Ship: Attn: Address: City/St/Zip: Phone: ( ) Shipping address (if different from above): Name: Street Address (for UPS) City/St/Zip: Shipping Orders within the continental U.S. are shipped by either UPS Ground or the United States Postal Service (USPS) whichever is least expensive. Orders are normally shipped within one business day. For delayed or rush shipping contact our office. Method of Payment: To pay by Credit Card or PayPal please call our toll-free number or visit our website. Payment enclosed. Please include the following in your payment: Tax: 7.75% on California orders. Freight: orders up to $40 add $8, over $40 call Joy of Living office for estimate. Bill me (Terms: Net 30 days ) Extended payment arrangements may be made for spiralbound courses over 7 lessons long. Call our toll-free number for more information and to take advantage of this option. Returns A returns form is included in every order. All unused materials in good condition [except digital, special-order, and discontinued items] may be returned for credit within two years of purchase. (Certain restrictions apply.) Reproducible items may be returned only if unused and returned within 30 days. A 10% restocking fee will be deducted from the credit for all returned materials. Teacher s Starter Kit $16.50 Kit includes (see below for description): Leadership Training Guide Planning & Leading a Bible Study (DVD) Adding Dramatic Elements to Your Teaching (DVD) Guidelines for Preparing a Lecture (audio CD) Promo Packet Purchased individually: Leadership Training Guide* $ 3.00 Step by step guidelines to help you start, administer and teach a class; lead a discussion group; and provide nursery and childcare. Reproducible for leader training. (40 pg) You can receive a copy free with any paid order - Just Ask! *Guide may be downloaded at no charge on our website. Planning & Leading a Bible Study (DVD) $ 5.00 DVD includes: 45-minute training video Link to download reproducible handout in PDF format Link to download Leadership Training Guide in reproducible PDF format Video may be viewed online at no charge on our website. Adding Dramatic Elements to Your Teaching (DVD) $ 5.00 Add some excitement to your next talk by using some simple dramatic techniques any speaker can use. Guidelines for Preparing a Lecture (audio CD)* $ 4.00 Four Joy of Living teachers share their systems of preparing and giving a lecture (75 min, audio CD or mp3 download) * Guidelines MP3 files may be downloaded free of charge on our website. Joy of Living Promo Packet* $ 5.00 All items are black and white, and may be reproduced. 11 x 17 Poster 8 1/2 x 11 Poster Promo/Witnessing Card Class Promotional Brochure Sample news releases Ideas for using the above items Each poster contains a space for your class information. * Promo Packet may be downloaded free of charge on our website. Reproducing Studies Joy of Living materials are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the specific permission of the Joy of Living office. We endeavor to keep our Bible study material affordable. We are a nonprofit ministry whose primary source of funds is through the sale of studies. Without this resource we would be unable to continue making studies available. Joy of Living Bible Studies (800) All prices subject to change.

Audio Lecture Series Lectures average 30 minutes each. Jump Start lectures average 10 minutes each. Lectures are available on CD and as MP3 downloads. MP3s are same price as CD rental.

6 Audio Lecture Series Lectures average 30 minutes each. Jump Start lectures average 10 minutes each. Lectures are available on CD and as MP3 downloads. MP3s are same price as CD rental. Rentals are for one year. Audio quality varies; may not be suitable for use as a substitute teacher for a group. CD CD Rental Old Testament Purchase Digital Download Genesis Part 1... $ $18.30 Genesis Part 2... $ $17.00 Exodus Part 1... $ $18.30 Exodus Part 2... $ $14.70 Judges & Ruth... $ $ Samuel... $ $ Samuel... $ $ Kings*... $ $ 8.40 Nehemiah... $ $15.90 Esther*... $ $ 5.50 Job... $ $15.90 Psalms of Faith... $ $20.60 Psalms from the Heart**... $ $ 4.90 Ecclesiastes... $ $11.10 Isaiah... $ $17.00 Daniel Chapters $ $ 8.50 Prophecy in Daniel... $ $11.10 Jonah... $ $ 6.10 Highlights OT: History... $ $15.90 Highlights OT: Wis/Pro... $ $18.30 * Jump Start Lectures average 10 minutes per lecture. ** May be downloaded free of charge on our website CD CD Rental New Testament Purchase Digital Download Gospel of Mark Part 1... $ $18.30 Gospel of Mark Part 2... $ $20.60 Gospel of John Part 1... $ $14.70 Gospel of John Part 2... $ $13.50 Acts Part 1... $ $15.90 Acts Part 2... $ $15.90 Romans... $ $ Corinthians... $ $ Corinthians... $ $14.70 Ephesians Part 1... $ $13.50 Ephesians Part 2... $ $13.50 Philippians & Colossians... $ $ Thessalonians... $ $ 7.40 Hebrews Part 1... $ $13.50 Hebrews Part 2... $ $13.50 Hall of Faith... $ $12.20 James... $ $ 9.80 Letters of John*... $ $ 8.40 Revelation Part 1... $ $15.90 Revelation Part 2... $ $14.70 Highlights New Testament... $ $20.60 Treasures from Parables*... $ $ 7.70 You Can Do It, Too! Opening Your Heart and Home to Share God s Love In this warm-hearted book Joy of Living Founder, Doris Greig, shares some of the unexpected ways God used her, an ordinary woman, to touch others with His love. There are questions for study and reflection at the end of each chapter to encourage and challenge the reader to share God s love with others in the everyday circumstances of life. Also included are 250 easy recipes and household hints. Includes a complete recipe index. Formats available: 8 1/2 by 11 spiral-bound book $ Digital PDF on CD $ Digital PDF via $ Portrait of Integrity The Life of Ray C. Stedman by Mark S. Mitchell (From Discovery House Publishers) Abandoned by his father when he was a young boy and emotionally cut-off from his mother, Ray Stedman had a ruggedly independent upbringing. Yet, through faith, he matured into one of the great pastors, expositors, and spiritual leaders of the twentieth century. Today s church is filled with pastors and leaders men like Charles Swindol land Luis Palau who consider him their mentor and lifelong friend. Joy of Living Studies by Ray Stedman include: Job, Psalms of Faith, Psalms from the Heart, Nehemiah, Prophecy in Daniel, Highlights of the Old Testament, Gospel of Mark, Acts, Romans, Ephesians, Revelation and Treasures from the Parables. See page 3 for prices of individual studies. $ /19wu Joy of Living Bible Studies (800) All prices subject to change.

Adult Bible Studies (Extended Payments available on longer studies. Please contact the Joy of Living office for details.) Quantity Course Lesson # s Normal Print or CD Download Lg Print Finding Joy!

7 Adult Bible Studies (Extended Payments available on longer studies. Please contact the Joy of Living office for details.) Quantity Course Lesson # s Normal Print or CD Download Lg Print Finding Joy! Series The Joy of Knowing $ $ $12.50 Joy of Living Classic Series Old Testament Genesis Part $ $ $25.80 Genesis Part $ $ $24.30 Exodus: From Egypt to the Promised Land, Part * $ * $ * $16.25 Exodus: From Egypt to the Promised Land, Part * $ * $ * $13.50 Judges & Ruth $ $ $14.90 Digital Studies: All Adult Courses are available via /download and on CD. Digital items may not be returned for credit. Large Print Studies: Normal printed version is in 10-point font. Large print version is in 18-point font and is set up according to National Association for the Visually Handicapped guidelines. 3/19wu *Over 1/3 off! 1 Samuel $ $ $ Samuel $ $ $ Kings $ $ $ Kings $ $ $19.70 Nehemiah $ $ $22.80 Esther $ $ $13.40 Job $ $ $22.80 Psalms of Faith $ $ $28.90 Psalms from the Heart $ Free...$ 8.70 Ecclesiastes $ $ $16.60 Isaiah $ $ $24.30 Daniel: Chapters $ $ $13.40 Prophecy in the Book of Daniel $ $ $16.60 Jonah $ $ $10.30 Highlights of the Old Testament: History (Genesis-Esther) $ $ $22.80 Highlights of the Old Testament: Wisdom & Prophecy (Job-Malachi) $ $ $25.80 Christ B.C $ $ $ /1/19-5/31/19 Exodus Parts 1 & 2 Joy of Living Classic Series New Testament Gospel of Mark Part $ $ $25.80 Gospel of Mark Part $ $ $30.50 Gospel of John Part 1 (Collins/Rowland) $ $ $21.30 Gospel of John Part 2 (Collins/Rowland) $ $ $19.70 Gospel of John (Greig) discontinued, remaining stock 20% off $ $ $29.40 Acts Part $ $ $24.30 Acts Part $ $ $24.30 Romans (**large print on sale while supplies last) $ $ **$ Corinthians $ $ $ Corinthians $ $ $21.30 Ephesians Part $ $ $21.30 Ephesians Part $ $ $21.30 Philippians & Colossians $ $ $ Thessalonians $ $ $12.00 Hebrews Part $ $ $19.70 Hebrews Part $ $ $19.70 Hall of Faith: Study on Hebrews $ $ $18.20 James $ $ $14.90 Letters of John New! $ $ $19.70 Revelation Part $ $ $22.80 Revelation Part $ $ $21.30 Highlights of the New Testament $ $ $28.90 Treasures from the Parables $ $ $18.20 Joy of Living Bible Studies (800) All prices subject to change.

8 Foreign Language Adult Studies Not Reproducible Order 1 per student. Qnty Course # Lesson Print/CD Download Qnty Course # Lesson Print/CD Download Arabic Language: Japanese Language: 1 Thessalonians $ $8.00 John, 1-3 John & Jude.28...$ $30.60 James $ $9.90 Nepali Language: German Language: James $ $ 9.90 Genesis $ $30.60 Russian Language: Exodus $ $28.60 John, 1-3 John & Jude.28...$ $30.60 Judges & Ruth* $ $ 8.90 Spanish Language: Nehemiah $ $15.20 Genesis* $ $30.60 Esther* $ $ 8.00 Judges & Ruth* $ $ 8.90 Selected Psalms $ $ Samuel* $ $24.60 Gospel of Luke $ $30.60 Nehemiah** $ $12.20 Gospel of John* $ $24.60 Gospel of John* $ $24.60 Romans* $ $16.10 Acts* $ $ Corinthians $ $19.30 Romans* $ $16.10 Ephesians* $ $ 8.90 Ephesians* $ $ 8.90 Colossians* $ $ 7.00 Philippians* $ $ Thessalonians $ $ 8.00 Philippians/Colossians.9...$ $ Timothy $ Free 1 Thessalonians $ $ 8.00 Hall of Faith* $ $12.10 Hall of Faith** $ $ 9.10 James $ $ 9.90 James* $ $ John & Jude $ $ John, Jude $ $ 8.90 Revelation $ $26.50 Leadership Training Guide*.free with any order...00 * Differs from English version. Swahili Language (Questions only): English version discontinued Genesis $ $15.40 ** Lesson 1 contains commentary and questions. Lesson 2-end contain questions only. Joy of Living Preschool Curriculum Reproducible Master Copy - Kit Includes Music Children s Music Resource Sing-Along Songs for Young Children (Included in Preschool Kit) $ CD Set (Reproducible) $6.00 Downloadable mp3 file (Reproducible) You save over 40% when you purchase Sing-Along Songs 2-CD set as part of any Preschool Course or as a download. STUDY ONLY WITH MUSIC Preschool Course # Lesson Print/CD Download Kit Print/CD Kit Download Judges & Ruth $ $ $ $ Samuel $ $ $ $19.60 Luke $ $ $ $25.40 Acts _ $ $ $ $ Timothy $ Free PDF download on Website Bible Basics for Little Ones $ $ $ $29.00 Youth Curriculum Reproducible Master Copy Course Print/CD Download Old Testament Genesis...$ $20.10 Exodus...$ $20.10 Judges...$ $ 3.80 Ruth...$ Free PDF on website 1 Samuel...$ $ Samuel...$ $ Kings...$ $ Kings...$ $ 7.40 Esther...$ $ 4.50 Psalms...$ $ 8.10 Ecclesiastes... $ $ 6.60 Daniel: Chpt $ $ 5.20 Jonah...$ Free PDF on website Course Print/CD Download New Testament Luke...$ $20.10 Acts...$ $18.80 Romans... $ $ Ephesians... $ $ 5.20 Phil. & Col...$ $ Thessalonians...$ $ Timothy...$ Free PDF on website Hebrews...$ $15.20 Hall of Faith...$ $ 7.40 James...$ $ John & Jude...$ $ 5.20 Christ in the O.T...$ $ /19wu Joy of Living Bible Studies (800) All prices subject to change.

Enriching lives through the study of God s Word

Joy of Living Enriching lives through the study of God s Word Summer Newsletter New Study - Now Available - The Letters of John The Letters of John is an all new, 11-lesson study that covers the books