DI A L OG CR E AT E S C OMMUNI T Y,
SO LE T ’S TA LK. There are certain topics you just shouldn’t talk about—right?
If spiritual conf lict is real, what do I do about it?
I need a place where I can ask honest questions.
From making room for God every day to understanding why the miracles and parables of Jesus matter to our everyday lives, Dialog is a biblical, topical study that generates meaningful conversations about subjects important to the story of God—and to us. Each study is seven weeks. 2
Available FAL L 2014
REVISED BY
Michael Lodahl
FOR SMALL GROUPS!
T HE S T OR Y OF G OD
Exploring the Biblical Narrative
The Bible contains hundreds of stories, but overarching them all is a single story—the story of God. Through all its twists and turns, the Bible reveals a single picture of God and God’s purposes for us. PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3351-8 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3350-1 | $9.99
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C HR I S T I A N DI S C IP L INE S
E L E P H A N T S IN T HE C HUR C H
E V E R Y D AY C HR I S T I A N
Disciplines that contribute to the transformation of our hearts and lives enable us to increase our capacity to love God and others. See how reading, praying, connecting, fasting, giving, and receiving are important practices to integrate into your daily walk with God.
Elephants in the Church centers the conversation around the difficult topics of politics, prejudice, addictions, abuse, sexual sin, and materialism, and how to create a safe and open atmosphere for conversations within the church.
What does it mean to be a Christian outside the four walls of the church? Everyday Christian will help you understand how being a Christian impacts your home, work, play, environment, health, and community.
Creating Time and Space for God
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2980-1 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2986-3 | $9.99
Conversations We Can’t Afford to Ignore
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2979-5 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2985-6 | $9.99
Living Like Christ Seven Days a Week
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3098-2 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3097-5 | $9.99
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FA I T H A MONG F R IE ND S
T HE F R UI T OF T HE S P IR I T
R E V E L AT ION
Sharing one’s faith in both word and action is important. You’ll learn why, and how, to be intentional about reaching out with the good news of the gospel, both as an individual and as part of a community of faith.
Discover how to live out, through the power of the Holy Spirit, the fruit of love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Explore the message contained in the book of Revelation—but not in the typical way. Each chapter will help readers understand how Revelation is about the glory of God and his redemptive plan for humankind.
Creating Intentional Conversations
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3139-2 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3140-8 | $9.99
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Evidence of a Flourishing Christian Life
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3100-2 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3099-9 | $9.99
Exploring God’s Redemptive Plan
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3143-9 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3144-6 | $9.99
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T HE S O W E R W E N T OU T
S UI T UP
TA K E UP Y OUR M AT
With a fresh and relevant perspective, this book examines the messages of the parables of The Sower, The Good Samaritan, The Prodigal Son, The Pharisee and Publican, The Wise and Foolish Builder, The Workers in the Vineyard, and The Ten Virgins.
Suit Up unpacks the armor of God described in Ephesians 6:10-18 and helps you gain a deeper understanding of how to incorporate it into daily life.
The miracles Jesus performed have a definite impact on the lives of those who experience them, and they also contain a powerful message for us today. Take Up Your Mat unpacks seven miracles found in the gospel of John and explores their message in our current context.
And Other Parables of Jesus
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3102-6 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3101-9 | $9.99
Putting on the Full Armor of God
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3141-5 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3142-2 | $9.99
And Other Miracles from the Gospel of John
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2981-8 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-2987-0 | $9.99
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Available Fall 2014
T HE BE AT I T UDE S
T HE P R OP HE T S
S E A R C HING F OR A N S W E R S
Discover why those who live as described in the Beatitudes are likely to find themselves both at odds with, and misunderstood by, cultures built on radically different assumptions.
The prophets live during specific times and speak specific words to their listeners. Yet, because their messages are from God, their words are timeless. Learn about seven of these prophets, who they are, and the messages they deliver that transcend time to grow your spirit today.
Reading Scripture can raise difficult questions for us. This study helps believers think through the issues with which they may be struggling. It provides ways for the church to talk openly and honestly about questions of faith.
Living a Blessed Life
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3374-7 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3373-0 | $9.99
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Hearing the Timeless Voice of God
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3376-1 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3375-4 | $9.99
Exploring Difficult Questions About Faith and the Bible
PARTICIPANT’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3372-3 | $7.99 FACILITATOR’S GUIDE!ISBN 978-0-8341-3371-6 | $9.99
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