When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he gave them what is now known as "the Lord's Prayer."What is the Lord's Prayer to you? Is it a formal prayer that you repeat only during Sunday morning worship? Has it become so familiar that you hardly think about its meaning? If so, you are missing out on a rich resource for your spiritual life.In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study Douglas Connelly unpacks the Lord's Prayer section by section with additional te...

A deep look at Scripture—God's very words—is never wasted. In fact, not only is it never wasted; it's richly rewarded. The more deeply we dive into the riches of the Bible, the more deeply we can experience and serve God, the giver of all truth, wisdom, love and understanding.The new LifeGuide® in Depth Bible Studies help you do just that, taking you further into themes and books of Scripture than you might have gone before. As you see new connections between the Old and New Testament, gai...

Forgiveness is a door. It's the way to peace and joy. But it's a small door, and it can't be entered without stooping—or kneeling. And sometimes it is very hard to find.When we hurt the people we love, how do we go about restoring the relationship?When we suffer the pain of betrayal or injury or rejection from someone else, how do we deal with the anger and resentment we feel?In this Bible Study, Douglas Connelly leads the way to help you discover, understand and pr...

We all long for a full, rich, satisfying life. But how do we fill up the empty places of the soul? How do we quench the persistent thirst for something deeper, more lasting, more meaningful? The Gospel of John urges us to take a fresh look at Jesus. Here is a compelling invitation to trust in One who promises true life.

Jesus can change you, no matter what your life situation.He can give you peace, hope and joy in the most desperate circumstances.But you need a life-changing encounter with him.In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, Douglas Connelly examines the stories of how eight people—among them a scholar, a failure, a blind man and an adulteress—found their lives changed forever when they met Jesus Christ. Looking at their lives can give you hope when you find yourself ...

Ezekiel was a fascinating man who wrote a fascinating book filled with strange and powerful visions. At first glance, Ezekiel seems a little eccentric and difficult to get close to, but he is worth the time and effort to get to know. Ezekiel, perhaps more than any other biblical prophet, wanted to know God—and God revealed himself to this prophet in mysterious and mighty ways.In this ten-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, you will catch something of the awesomeness of...

In this study Douglas Connelly looks at various metaphors for how we grow more spiritually mature in Christ, including running a race, carrying a cross, constructing a building, fighting a battle and more.This eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.For over three decades LifeGuide BibleStudie...

Gain an in-depth understanding of a book that has confused millions.Getting a glimpse into the future is always intriguing, especially when that glimpse comes from God's Word. But let's face it, the book of Revelation has some pretty weird stuff in it: seven-headed beasts, locusts with gold crowns, a city coming down from the sky. What does it all mean, and how does it help you in your Christian faith? This lighthearted yet accurate guide to the last book of the Bi...

If you have a hard time making sense of the Bible, The Bible for Blockheads is for you. It will transform what might seem like gobbledygook into incredible significance—enough to change your life. It can do that because the Bible is more amazing than you've ever dreamed, packed with riches, and making sense of it is no mystery. You'll even have fun as you learn! The Bible for Blockheads—newly revised and updated—helps you to: - Discover how the Bible's message unfolds from start to finish ...

Do angels really have wings? Do they protect people from harm? In 12 intriguing studies, Douglas Connelly leads us to explore what the Bible really says about angels and their service to God.

Every day, an unseen battle is going on around us in the spiritual realm. God has provided everything we need to stand firm and resist evil, but we are called to be actively aware of both the struggle and the resources available.In Ephesians 6 the apostle Paul gives us the clearest description anywhere in Scripture of believers' resources for the spiritual battle. He vividly describes them as armor, which we must repeatedly take up in prayerful reliance on God....

"God of glory.""The God Who Provides.""Holy One."God is called by many names in Scripture—names that highlight specific aspects of his character. This eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study by Doug Connelly, focused on eight titles for God from the Old Testament, invites you to know and experience the Lord Almighty in deeper ways. As you do so, you will come to trust him more fully and worship him with fresh awe and reverence.For over three decades LifeGuide B...