Women s Ministry DVD Library

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1 Women s Ministry DVD Library Kay Authur, Priscilla Shirer, Beth Moore Faithful, Abundant, True Three Lives Going Deeper Still From the Deeper Still Event 6 sessions Faithful, Abundant, True: Three Lives Going Deeper Still- Workbook. Join Beth Moore, Kay Arthur, and Priscilla Shirer in a women's Bible study recorded live at the Orlando Deeper Still conference. Kay Arthur teaches from much of the book of Hebrews, which is both an example of God's faithfulness and a challenge to believers to be faithful in difficult times. Priscilla Shirer teaches from Ephesians 3:20-21 on God's abundance. A fundamental basis for every believer is the absolute reality that God can do whatever He chooses to do. God's ability empowers our faithfulness. Beth Moore teaches on the topic of discernment. In these difficult days, it is absolutely essential that we learn to trust the Holy Spirit to enable us to determine what is true and what is false. While these three women each speak on the distinctive topic the Holy Spirit had lead them to teach, the messages result in a marvelous blend. Kay challenges us to faithfulness in difficult days. Priscilla points to the essential of trust in God's ability, and Beth teaches on how to discern truth from error in these difficult days. The workook is a versatile study guide for this women's Bible study that can be used in a retreat setting or for a seven-session study. Each teacher provides two weeks of study in a brief format that will take most women 15 to 30 minutes daily. Member Book includes: 6 Weeks of Guided Study Retreat Plan (great for a Friday evening - Saturday evening schedule) Group Leader Helps Softcover- Pages-LifeWay Church Resources. ISBN: [Product number: 22094] 1

2 Kay Authur Lord Teach Me to Pray Practicing a Powerful Pattern of Prayer 5 sessions Lord, Teach Me to Pray: Practicing a Powerful Pattern of Prayer - Leader Kit by Kay Arthur helps a leader facilitate this women's Bible study experience and contains all that is needed to conduct the 5 sessions of small group time. Lord, Teach Me to Pray: Practicing a Powerful Pattern of Prayer - Leader Kit by Kay Arthur helps a leader facilitate this women's Bible study experience and contains all that is needed to conduct the 5 sessions of small group time. Learn what the Lord's Prayer teaches us about effective prayer and how to put into practice its timeless principles. Kay will equip you to be used in God's kingdom. Her authority comes from God's Word; her compassion stems from a life touched by deep tragedy as well as great triumph. Getting to know her heart for God will be one of the joys of this study. What you learn will be yours to practice for a lifetime, just as Jesus intended when He taught His disciples how to pray. Leader Kit includes: Two DVDs containing five teaching segments, promo video, and bonus content One Workbook with Leader Guide and Teaching Session Viewer Guides *Brenda Haan CCC s Women s Prayer Seminar 2 sessions Mary A. Kassian Conversation Peace 7 sessions Conversation Peace: The Power of Transformed Speech - Member Book by Mary Kassian provides a personal study experience five days a week, plus a leader guide and viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study: Ministry Strategy: Connect resources provide skills for relating to others in godly community as part of LifeWay s Life Span Strategy for balanced spiritual development. 2

3 Conversation Peace: The Power of Transformed Speech - Member Book by Mary Kassian provides a personal study experience five days a week, plus a leader guide and viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. Mary masterfully presents seven biblical principles to help women revolutionize their speech habits and positively avoid sharing gossip, throwing negative barbs, or snapping sarcastic replies throughout everyday life. Discover how you can improve your relationships by allowing God's Word to transform your heart. Seven 20-minute video teaching sessions are provided. Beth Moore A Woman s Heart God s Dwelling Place (Updated Edition) 10 sessions A Woman's Heart: God's Dwelling Place - Member Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. Explore the fascinating account of the building of the Old Testament tabernacle, the significance of its intricate design, its pivotal role in God's eternal plan, the grand fulfillment of its purpose by Jesus Christ, and its variety of meanings for your walk with God today. Note: Participants must view DVD messages to complete Member Book assignments. Perhaps no Old Testament event so dramatically illustrates God's persistent desire to relate to His children as the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness. Through the tabernacle God initiated a deeper relationship with His Chosen People by bringing reconciliation and revealing His glory. And certainly, no Old Testament event so richly prefigures the coming of the true Tabernacle, Jesus Christ. You will be challenged to prepare your heart, like the holy of holies, to become a home for His love and glory a dwelling place for the Most High God. ******Beth Moore Beloved Disciple (Leader s guide only no DVD) 10 sessions 3

4 Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. A Note from Beth Moore "Every disciple and early follower of Christ left a legacy for future believers. John's legacy was love. Perhaps like no other disciple, John understood that relationship is the point. Every command of Christ and call to obedience is to enhance relationship and place the recipient in a posture the Giver can bless. This study is about finding our way to the heart of Jesus and reclining so closely that our pulse begins to throb in tandem, loving what He loves and hating what He hates." The Member Book includes: 10 weeks of personal interactive study for five days a week Viewer guide for use with the DVD teaching sessions Beth Moore, Jennifer Rothschild, Kay Arthur, Vicki Courtney and Pricilla Shirer Bible Studies by Demand--For Women (Volume3) 6 sessions These DVD-based, stand-alone studies feature a variety of best-selling Bible teachers such as Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Vicki Courtney, Jennifer Rothschild, and Kay Arthur. It is a practical, pick-up-and-go resource for: Women's Leaders Bible Study Leaders Church Libraries 6 Sessions Featuring: Beth Moore / Esther Beth Moore / A Woman's Heart Priscilla Shirer / One in a Million Jennifer Rothschild / Me, Myself & Lies Kay Arthur / Covenant Vicki Courtney / Five Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter Leader Kit Includes: 3 DVDs 4

5 1 CD-ROM with PDF Listening Guides When leaders are in a bind and must find a teacher on short notice, this resource serves as a great fill-in study. Instead of canceling your class, select one of these 6 titles that best fits the needs and interests of your women's Bible study. Ways to Use: Any time you need a teacher on short notice Between semesters, or to fill the time gap between two longer Bible studies For a special event or retreat For "come-as-you-can" activities Home-based study as outreach to neighbors, or for accountability groups For visiting women or new members to plug into until a new semester begins A great backup resource available through your media library Ideal way to preview women's author and their life messages for longer studies Beth Moore Daniel Lives of integrity, Words of Prophecy 10 sessions Daniel: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy - Member Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. Daniel: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy - Member Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. Join Beth in a faith-building study of prophecy and learn how to live with integrity in today's self-absorbed society. The prophet Daniel faced unbelievable pressures to compromise his faith, to live in a hostile culture, and to confront temptations and threats. Today, believers in Jesus Christ face many of the same trials. This Old Testament Bible study falls in two parts and can be used as one (12 session) study or two separate (6 session) studies. The first portion, from Daniel chapters 1-6, deals with Daniel's life as he faced the kind of pressures and temptations Christians encounter today. Daniel models how to develop enduring integrity in an enticing world. The second portion, chapters 7-12, explores thrilling prophecies from the time of Daniel through the second coming of Jesus Christ. 5

6 The Member Book includes: 12 weeks of personal interactive study for five days a week Viewer guide for use with the DVD teaching sessions Color study map of the Middle East during the time of Daniel Beth Moore Esther it s Tough Being a Woman 6 sessions Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman by Beth Moore is a 9 week in-depth women's Bible study of Esther - a profile in courage. Join Beth in a very personal examination of this great story of threat and deliverance as she peels back the layers of history and shows how very contemporary and applicable the story of Esther is to our lives today. Just as it was tough being a woman in Esther's day, it's tough today. This portion of God's Word contains treasures to aid us in our hurried, harried, and pressured lives. Study includes: 9 weeks of personal interactive study for five days a week Viewer guide for video session Hamantashen (Haman's Ears) Cookie Recipe PURIM Record chart Beth Moore Here and Now There and Then a lecture series on Revelation 11 sessions Here and Now...There and Then by Beth Moore is a lecture series on the book of Revelation. Beth presents many points of view, allowing women to decide for themselves when the interpretation varies among scholars. She teaches that God is as specific about what He does reveal as He is about what He does not reveal. Each of the 11 sessions is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The set includes 11 DVDs and one listening guide with light homework. Beth Moore James Mercy Triumphs 6

7 8 sessions Beth Moore's Latest Video-Driven Bible Study Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. Come along with Beth Moore on a journey to get to know both the man and the Book of James. You will never be the same again. Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer. Plus, Beth introduces a 5-tiered study approach that she has never done before. Beth Moore Living Beyond Yourself Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit 11 sessions Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of The Spirit - Member Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study of the fruit of the Holy Spirit as presented in the book of Galatians. Beth walks participants through each trait listed in the fruit and encourages women to know the freedom of a Spirit-filled life. Through this study participants will look at the supernatural aspects of the fruit and that you cannot grow, learn, or produce the fruit on your own. Beth challenges you to develop the fruit by maintaining an intimate relationship with the Spirit of God. A Spirit-filled life truly results in living beyond yourself. The Member Book includes: 10 weeks of personal interactive study for five days a week Viewer guide for use with the DVD teaching sessions Beth Moore Stepping Up A Journey through the Psalms of Ascent 6 Sessions Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent by Beth Moore, examines 7

8 Psalms and how these 15 psalms model your ability to voice your petitions and praises to God. Your intimacy with God will grow from studying these treasured Psalms while also exploring the major feasts of Israel. Traveling pilgrims sang these psalms both on the way to the great festivals of the LORD and as key elements of the worship at those festivals. Just as a song or poem can express feelings of fear, doubt, hope, and joy, these 15 psalms model how we can voice our own petitions and praises to our God, who is always available and ready to hear us. Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through this 7-session study. Themes of unity, joy, gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and more are explored in detail. Modern-day believers in Jesus Christ can learn much from these treasured Psalms in their journey toward greater intimacy with God Beth Moore The Patriarchs Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob 10 sessions The Patriarchs: Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob - Member Book by Beth Moore provides a personal study experience five days a week for this in-depth women's Bible study of Genesis Discover God's pursuit of a relationship with man, and marvel as His plan to bless all people unfolds. Full of twists and turns, ruin and redemption, revelation and mystery this Bible study keeps participants captivated by the God who stars in it! Explore concepts such as blessing, covenant, and promise, and the bearing each has on a New Testament believer's life today. Group members will also study the Hebrew names of God introduced on the early pages of Scripture. Throughout 10 weeks of exciting, engaging intrigue, participants will plunge into the heart of Genesis, to God's remarkable pursuit of relationship and to the unfolding of His earthly plan: that through one nation and ultimately, one man all people on earth will be blessed. Many of the most profound and enduring concepts in the whole counsel of God's Word are initiated in this marvelous book of beginnings. The Member Book includes: 10 weeks of personal interactive study for five days a week Viewer guide for use with the DVD teaching sessions 8

9 Color map of the Promised Land during the times of the patriarchs Genealogy of Abraham Chart Priscilla Shirer, Beth Moore, Kay Author Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed, a Study of David From the Deeper Still Event 6 sessions Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed: A Study of David - Video Sessions (for individual viewing on your personal computer) are 6 individual, downloadable sessions from the women's Bible study by Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, and Kay Arthur. Taped at the 2007 Deeper Still women's event, the messages presented by these beloved authors are divided into three segments, two lessons from each author. Each segment focuses on the life of David at a different stage of his life: as a young man (sessions one and two by Priscilla Shirer), as a middleaged man (sessions three and four by Beth Moore), and as a man facing the final third of his life (sessions five and six by Kay Arthur). Download any one or more of these segments for personal review or for times you can't be at the group sessions Priscilla Shirer Discovering the Voice of God How to Recognize when God Speaks (1 workbook) 7 sessions From the pen of one who has been where you are: loving God and longing to hear his voice, Priscilla Shirer shares her insights based on practical experience and years of biblical study in this new edition of Discerning the Voice of God. In it she writes: Through His longsuffering and steadfastness, God has invited me to know Him better. And the more intimate I've become with Him, the more acquainted I've become with His voice. He has proven Himself to me not because I'm more special than anyone else, but because He loves proving His Word is true-to all His children. To you. One of Priscilla's bestselling titles, Discerning the Voice of God is now completely revised with updated content and reflection questions. Each section contains insights that will aid you in your desire to hear Him speak: Realize the Way He Speaks, Recognize the Sound of His Voice, Remember What He Wants to Accomplish, and Ready Yourself for Even More. Discover the treasure of recognizing how God keeps in touch with his beloved people and watch as He communicates with you. 9

10 From the Back Cover Do you feel that the ability to hear God's voice is for other people and not for you? Is it only for people who lived in Biblical times? Not at all! The God who loved you enough to die for you loves you enough to talk to you. And wherever you are in your spiritual walk, God will find a way to speak to you in a way you will understand. Become acquainted with the Voice that has spoken from a fire and a cloud; with visible signs and an invisible Spirit; through a burning bush and burning hearts. Hear from some of the most well-known Christians in history about how God speaks to them-and discover for yourself how you can discern the voice of God. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. About the Author PRISCILLA SHIRER (Dallas Theological Seminary) is an internationallyrecognized Bible teacher who focuses her ministry on the expository teaching of the Word of God to women. She desires to see women both understand the uncompromising truths of Scripture intellectually and experience them practically. Priscilla is the author of A Jewel in His Crown, And We Are Changed, He Speaks to Me, and Discerning the Voice of God. She is also an accomplished vocalist. Priscilla and her husband, Jerry, are the founders of Going Beyond Ministries and live in Dallas, Texas with their three sons. Priscilla Shirer Jonah Navigating a Life Interrupted (Missing the workbook) 7 sessions Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted - Member Book by Priscilla Shirer provides a personal study experience five days a week, leader helps, and viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted - Member Book by Priscilla Shirer provides a personal study experience five days a week, leader helps, and viewer guides for the group video sessions of this in-depth women's Bible study. What do we do when God interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! In this 7-session Bible study, Priscilla redefines interruption and shows that interruption is actually God's invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival in an entire city. 10

11 Kevin s DVDs, CDs and Books A Healing Journey through Grief (CD) The Best of Kathie Hill s All-Year Long Songs: 14 non-seasonal songs from Your Favorite Musicals (CD) Sovereign Grace Ministries: Song Sampler (CD) 11

12 *** Paul Baloch Music Styles (DVD) Traditional, Celtic, Reggae, Rock, Country and R&B Paul Baloch (DVD). Worship Band Workshop *** Tom Kraeuter Guiding Your Church through a Worship Transition: A practical handbook for Worship Renewal (book) Tom Kraeuter (Compilation) Things They Didn t teach me in Worship Leading School (book) CCC DVD Library Stephen Arteburn Every Man s Battle Sessions The challenge every man faces...the fight every man can win! From movies and television, to print media and the Internet, men are constantly faced with the assault of sensual images. It is impossible to avoid such temptations... but, thankfully, not impossible to confront them and gain victory over them! Millions have found Every Man s Battle the single greatest resource for overcoming the struggle and remaining strong in the face of temptation. With extensive updates for a new generation, this phenomenal bestseller shares the stories of dozens who have escaped the trap of sexual immorality and presents a practical, detailed plan for any man who desires sexual integrity. Includes a comprehensive workbook and a special section for women, designed to help them understand and support the men they love. Francis Chan Forgotten God Reversing our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit Study resource 7 session In this dynamic companion to the book Forgotten God, breakthrough author Francis Chan reminds us of the true source of the church s power the Holy Spirit. Chan contends that we ve ignored the Spirit for far too long, and that without Him, we operate in our own strength, only accomplishing human-sized results. 12

13 This seven-session video resource offers a compelling invitation to understand, embrace, and follow the Holy Spirit s direction in our lives. It is designed to initiate and facilitate discussion, interaction and practical application of the message of Forgotten God. Francis thought-provoking teaching makes this a valuable resource for small groups, churches, youth groups, and college campus ministries. Dr. Larry Crabb, Dr Joe Stowell, Mart DeHann Trapped Finding Freedom from Pornography Two part series/40 minutes long Day of Discovery RBC Ministries There's a secret that many men labor to conceal. It's a secret that crosses all age, socioeconomic, and racial boundaries. It's hiding an affair of the mind fueled by pornography. There is hope for someone caught in this trap of sexual exploitation. This program from Day of Discovery television exposes the dangers of pornography and offers help and a way out for those caught by its seduction. Hear firsthand from a husband, wife, and three other men who lived the nightmare and now work to expose the lies and to help others by telling their stories. A 2-part documentary. Also included: Finding Freedom Discussion A 40-minute conversation with author and counselor Dr. Larry Crabb; Dr. Joe Stowell; and RBC Ministries' Mart DeHaan Insights for Men Hear answers to frequently asked questions like: "Why doesn't God take away my desire to look at pornography?" "How does looking at pornography degrade my view of women and sex?" Insights for Women Hear perspectives on questions like: "Is there something wrong with me?" "Is it possible to forgive and trust my husband again? Closed Captioning for the hearing impaired. Mark Driscoll Vintage Jesus Timeless Answers to Timely Questions 12 sessions Some two thousand years after he walked the earth, Jesus Christ is still a hot topic. And for all the ridiculous, twisted, Da Vinci Code-esque conspiracy theories and lies about Jesus that have permeated popular culture and even the academy over the years, the truth about his character, nature, and work has not changed. So what exactly is the truth about Jesus Christ? 13

14 That's the question the authors of Vintage Jesus seek to answer by breaking it down into a number of sub-questions about Jesus, including Is Jesus the only God? Why did Jesus come to earth? Did Jesus rise from death? Why should we worship Jesus? and others. Nonbelievers and new Christians looking to sit down and delve into the topic of Jesus, asking the toughest, most confounding questions they can think of, will find solid, biblical answers presented in a relevant, accessible way. Dr. David Jeremiah Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World Discovering What on Earth We Should Do Now 11 sessions Let not your heart be troubled... Confidence can be hard to come by these days. People are losing their jobs, their houses, and their life savings at an unprecedented rate. Violence, natural disasters, and moral depravity seem to be skyrocketing. In the midst of all this chaos, we need to know... what on earth should we do now? In the follow-up to the New York Times bestseller What in the World Is Going On? Dr. David Jeremiah brings a message of hope and confidence from the priceless counsel of the Word of God. He answers our most urgent questions, including: How can we weather this storm with a calm heart? What does it truly mean to wait on the Lord? What is Jesus saying to our chaotic world today? How on earth did we get into this mess? Can we take a broken world and rebuild it into something fruitful? Living with Confidence in a Chaotic World shows us all that with the power and love of Almighty God, we can live with confidence in this age of turmoil. Timothy Keller Gospel in Life Grace Changes Everything 8 sessions Join author and pastor Timothy Keller in Gospel in Life---an eight-week video based study of the gospel and how to live it out in your everyday life. In week one you and your group will study the city, your home now, the world that is. Week eight closes with the theme of the eternal city, your heavenly home, the world that is to come. In between you'll learn how the gospel can change your heart, your community, and how you live in this world. Designed for use with the Gospel in Life Participant's Guide. Gospel in Life session titles: Session 1, City-The World That Is Session 2, Heart-Three Ways to Live Session 3, Idolatry-The Sin Beneath Session 4, Community-The Context for Change Session 5, Witness-An Alternate City Session 6, Work-Cultivating the Garden Session 7, Justice-A People for Others Session 8, Eternity-The World That Is To Come 14

15 Greg Laurie Christmas in the Book of Revelation You don t usually see the Book of Revelation mentioned when you see a list of scriptures about Christmas and the birth of Jesus. Pastor Greg points out that Revelation 12 mentions our Savior s birth in connection with one of Satan s many failed attempts to thwart God s plan of redemption from being carried out. Greg shares how this gives us confidence that God is in control and that the devil can do nothing in our lives unless God, in His perfect love and wisdom, allows it. Greg Laurie Part 1 Israel, Iran, and America in Bible Prophecy Part 2 Israel, Iran, and America in Bible Prophecy g takes a look at current events in light of Ezekiel and Revelation Greg Laurie The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse Rev 6/1 Thes 5 Revelation: The Next Dimension The Book of Ezekiel depicts a scenario in which Israel is surrounded and attacked by its enemies. Are current events in the Middle East lining up with this prophecy? Find out how end-times events will unfold according to God's Word. Greg Laurie Light in a Very Dark Place Revelation 11 Revelation: The Next Dimension Have you ever turned on a light in a very dark place? It s amazing how far a little light will go when a place is very dark. Here in Revelation 11 we see two very bright lights that God s going to raise up in the darkest time that will ever come upon the face of the earth. Join Pastor Greg as he speaks about the two witnesses that will be raised up by God to preach the Gospel and to warn the people during the great tribulation period. Greg Laurie Married. Happily. 11 Sessions People scour the Web for endless hours to find good investment advice, or read consumer magazines by the dozens before buying a car. But next to your relationship with God, there is no greater investment on earth than in a happy and successful marriage. Finding God s counsel, warnings, and wisdom on marriage and the home is better than pure gold and will pay generous dividends for generations on earth and on into eternity. In eleven insight-rich chapters, Pastor Greg Laurie opens God s Word to show husbands and wives how to find oneness and harmony in their lives together and how to avoid the common snares and perils along the way. 15

16 Max Lucado Fearless Imagine Your Life without Fear 6 sessions Fear is like an invisible prison. It holds you captive, influencing your choices and perceptions about life, God, and other people. Can you imagine what your life would be like without fear? With so much going wrong in the world it can seem hard to picture. In Fearless, Max Lucado author of 3:16: The Numbers of Hope, and pastor of Oak Hills Church, shows you how life can be lived with confidence and joy, when you replace your fear with faith. Let this inspiring and timely message encourage your heart today! John Piper Battling Unbelief Defeating Sin with Superior Pleasure 10 sessions No one sins out of duty. We sin because it offers some promise of happiness. That promise enslaves us---until we believe that God is more desirable than life itself (Psalm 63:3). Only the power of God's superior promises in the gospel can emancipate our hearts from servitude to the shallow promises and fleeting pleasures of sin. Pastor John Piper shows how to sever the clinging roots of sin that ensnare us, including anxiety, pride, shame, impatience, covetousness, bitterness, despondency, and lust. Delighting in the bounty of God's glorious gospel promises will free us for a less sinencumbered life, to the glory of Christ. Rooted in solid biblical reflection, this book aims to help guide you through the battles to the joys of victory by the power of the gospel and its superior pleasure. NOTE: This book is comprised of the eight application chapters from Piper's Future Grace. John Piper God is the Gospel Meditations on God s Love as the Gift of Himself 6 sessions God, who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6 This book is a cry from the heart of John Piper. He is pleading that God himself, as revealed in Christ's death and resurrection, is the ultimate and greatest gift of the gospel. None of Christ's gospel deeds and none of our gospel blessings are good news except as means of seeing and savoring the glory of Christ. Forgiveness is good news because it opens the way to the enjoyment of God himself. Justification is good news because it wins access to the presence and pleasures of God himself. Eternal life is good news because it becomes the everlasting enjoyment of Christ. 16

17 All God's gifts are loving only to the degree that they lead us to God himself. That is what God's love is: his commitment to do everything necessary (most painfully the death of his only Son) to enthrall us with what is most deeply and durably satisfying-namely, himself. Saturated with Scripture, centered on the cross, and seriously joyful, this book leads us to satisfaction for the deep hungers of the soul. It touches us at the root of life where practical transformation gets its daily power. It awakens our longing for Christ and opens our eyes to his beauty. Piper writes for the soul-thirsty who have turned away empty and in desperation from the mirage of methodology. He invites us to slow down and drink from a deeper spring. "This is eternal life," Jesus said, "that they know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent." This is what makes the gospel-and this book-good news. John Piper Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ 6 sessions In six 30-minute DVD presentations, Pastor John Piper unpacks what it means to behold and delight in Jesus above all things. In 2 Corinthians, the apostle Paul described one of the central problems facing humanity in every age: people fail to see Christ for who he is. Even those who have caught a glimpse of him do not see perfectly, says best-selling author John Piper. But it is important that we not only learn to see him but delight in him and the truth of the gospel. This DVD and its companion study guide explore the meaning and significance of these ideas in a guided group study. Each of Piper's six 30-minute DVD presentations will equip Sunday school teachers, small group leaders, Christian educators, and parents in directing people's understanding of these topics so that viewers will learn to behold and delight in Jesus more than anything this world has to offer. John Piper The Blazing Center the Soul-Satisfying Supremacy of God in all Things 10 sessions What Do You Revolve Around? All the planets of your life from your labor and leisure to your thinking and feeling are held in orbit by the greatness, gravity, and blazing brightness of Jesus Christ at the center of your life. When He ceases to be the center, the planets of your life fly into confusion, sending a hundred things out of control. Pastor John Piper s powerful teaching is recorded during an intimate retreat for youth leaders and students onto three The Blazing Center DVDs. With the study guide, this is an ideal package for adult and youth Sunday school classes, small groups, retreats, classrooms, and families. Discover surprising insights about the reality of sin, how your 17

18 love for God is really revealed, and how only joy in Him will sustain you through times of suffering. God Is the Blazing Sun at the Center of Reality. Everything revolves around Him. And as the most valuable and glorious person who exists, God is loving, not conceited, when He calls us to worship Him. His pursuit of glory and our pursuit of joy are not at odds because God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him. This study guide is designed to be used in a ten-session, guided group study that focuses on The Blazing Center DVD set: Lesson 1 Introduction to The Blazing Center Lesson 2 The Blazing Center: A Personal Story Lesson 3 The Blazing Center: Is God Vain? Lesson 4 Pursue Your Joy: Isn t That Hedonism? Lesson 5 Pursue Your Joy: God Commands It! Lesson 6 True Love: Duty or Delight? (Part 1) Lesson 7 True Love: Duty or Delight? (Part 2) Lesson 8 Suffering: For the Joy Set Before You (Part 1) Lesson 9 Suffering: For the Joy Set Before You (Part 2) Lesson 10 Review and Conclusion Complete with Scripture and key quotations for reflection, penetrating questions, and five daily assignments per week, this study guide will help you place God at the center of your life. When God is the blazing sun at the center of your solar system, all the planets of your life come into proper orbit. John Piper When I don t Desire God How to Fight for Joy 6 sessions What do you do when you discover that you're not satisfied in God the way he wants you to be? Joy is more than an afterthought of the Christian life; it is the sustaining fruit of a relationship with God. With a radical passion for Christ's glory, John Piper helps you find the joy God wants you to have. Gary Smalley and Pastor Lace Witt Live like you were Dying 18

19 4 sessions Inspired by the Grammy Award winning song recorded by Tim McGraw, and developed by a group of incredible church-wide campaign experts, Live Like You Were Dying offers a great experience for your congregation. Designed to help your congregation wrestle with how to live life to the fullest, this church-wide campaign has everything you need to pull off a very impactful season in your church. Featuring sermon transcripts developed by Lance Witt, DVD-driven small group sessions with Gary Smalley, and produced by Doug Slaybaugh (formerly president of Purpose Driven during the development of the 40 Days of Purpose) this is a just-addwater campaign. I ve found there are a few key factors to determining whether a given church-wide campaign is a good fit for your congregation. Production quality, presentation style, full featured, customer service, and topic are 5 distinctives that must be evaluated for fit. Production Quality: Live Like You Were Dying is a professionally produced suite of materials. DVD, study guide, available marketing materials, extras all have a high-quality look and feel. Presentation Style: The DVD features Gary Smalley, acclaimed author and speaker. Full Featured: Everything you need is available in the kit. I refer to it as a justadd-water campaign. You can take a look at the kit contents right here. Customer Service: You ll appreciate the personal attention you receive from this team. Topic: This church-wide study features a topic and presentation style that are cleanly on the easy end of the easy/hard continuum. If you re looking for a study that your members can invite friends and neighbors to attend this study will be a great fit. Final Word: I ve heard great things from several churches who have used Live Like You Were Dying. The fact that it is based on the Grammy Award winning song will be advantages in many areas. Additionally, it is an advantage that it features Gary Smalley, a very recognizable name in many circles. Also, it was developed by a very impressive team including several of the key players in the 40 Days of Purpose team. You won t find experience like this very often. On the flipside, there will be churches that have less familiarity with Smalley and are not fans of country music. All in all, I highly recommend this church-wide campaign. *Dan Sperry CCC Safety Ministry Training R.C. Sproul Foundations an Overview of Systematic Theology Sixty 23-minute sessions 19

20 Gary Thomas Scared Marriage 6 sessions What if God designed marriage to make us holy instead of happy? Scores of books have been written that offer guidance for building the marriage of your dreams. Yet, what if God s primary intent for your marriage isn t to make you happy... but holy? And, what if your relationship isn t as much about you and your spouse as it is about you and God? In this popular bestselling book, Gary Thomas uncovers how your marriage can become a doorway to a closer walk with God and each other. You will learn how to: Turn marital struggles into spiritual and personal appreciation. Love your spouse with a stronger sense of purpose. Partner in the spiritual growth and character formation of your spouse. Transform a tired marriage into a relationship filled with awe and respect. Ray Vander Laan God Heard Their Cry 5 sessionsfilmed 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 keen insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers. 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 at home, especially in personal and family Bible studies. Individual believers and families will gain vital insights from long-ago times and cultures through this innovative approach to Bible study. Philip Yancy Prayer Does it Make a Difference? 6 sessions In theory, prayer is the priceless point of contact between us and God. In practice, it's often frustrating, confusing, and mysterious. Throughout this 6-session interactive journey, Philip Yancey explores this enigmatic intersection where we meet God, asking---and answering---key questions: Is he listening? What's the point? Can prayer be more satisfying? Participant's guides are available separately. 20