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July 29, 2010

Recommended Small Group Study MaterialsGrace Presbyterian Church

Table of Contents

Theme Page(s)

Developing a Christ Like Character 2-3

Loving Others 4

Evangelism/Discipleship 5-6

Leadership 7

New Believers 8

Bible Study Methods 9

Practical Theology & Doctrine 10

Understanding Other Religions/Apologetics 11

Women’s Interests 12

Men’s Interests 13

Marriage/Family 14

Men of Character Series by Gene Getz 16-17

Lord Series – Kay Arthur 17-18Becoming a Woman of ….Series 19

Ray Vander Laan – Faith Lessons – DVD Series 20-21

Studies on individual Books of the Bible 22-23

New Additions 24

Note: Items shaded in green are studies we would like all small groups to go through at some point. These studies will provide an

excellent, broad foundation for all believers of every age and are well suited for small groups.











July 29, 2010

Tell The Truth

This revised and expanded version of the original Tell the Truth published in 1981 is written to address the concern that manyChristians, entrusted with the gospel message, have forgotten the message and their responsibility to accurately convey it.

The recovery of a God-centered and grace-centered gospel is imperative, says Will Metzger. In the third edition of his critically-acclaimed training manual, he expands on the topics of grace and worship. And he emphasizes the centrality of sovereign, savinggrace that completely exalts God. In addition, he offers a narrative approach to witnessing with the story "Come Home," trainingmaterials for Christians who want to learn God-centered evangelism, and a study guide on evangelism suitable for individuals or groups.

More than ever, Tell the Truth is ready to serve the church as a comprehensive, accessible, and effective guide to God-centeredevangelism.

Will Metzger Mike Jackson

Evangelism Explosion

Does the thought of "doing" evangelism make you uneasy? Is outreach primarily the responsibility of paid staff at your church? Letthis Bible-based method of friendship evangelism and discipleship equip and encourage your entire church to accept Christ's Great

Commission! Participants will learn how to naturally share the gospel and disciple new believers. 228 pages, softcover fromTyndale.

D. James Kennedy Steve Hatfield





July 29, 2010

New Believers

Title Description Author Contact

Fundamentals of theFaith

"On Sunday mornings at Grace Community Church, small groups of people gather together in 'Fundamentals of the Faith' classes

to use this manual of thirteen lessons, which blend basic biblical truths with personal obedience and service. Many young believerstake these classes to grow in their understanding of biblical truths."

For the first time ever, Fundamentals of the Faith is available to the trade. With topics ranging from "God: His Character and Attributes" to "The Church: Fellowship and Worship," this workbook is ideal to disciple new believers or help more matureChristians sharpen their understanding of key doctrines and equip them for evangelism.

John MacArthur

Growing in Christ, 2Volumes in 1: Lessonson Assurance and

Lessons on ChristianLiving

You know Christ, but you're not sure how to grow in Christ. These classic Navigators studies are your best guide! Lessons on Assurance includes five studies on the key promises God gives to you as a Christian. Lessons on Christian Living includes eight

studies on major scriptural principles for your spiritual growth. Great for new believers! 72 pages, softcover from NavPress.

Navigators

Certainty: Know WhyYou Believe, ChristianBasics Bible Studies

Faith means facing hard questions. Is Jesus Christ the only way to God? Why does God allow suffering and evil? Are miraclespossible? These questions need solid answers. The studies in this guide, based on a book used by over a million people, will guideyou to scripture to find a reasonable response to the toughest challenges you face. Christian Basics are the keys to becoming amature disciple. The studies in these guides, based on materials from some well-loved books, will take you through key scripturepassages and help you to apply bibical truths to your life. 6 studies for individuals or groups.

Paul Little

The Gospel in Life

In the Gospel in Life DVD, Keller presents an eight-week video based study of the gospel and the ways to live it out in your everyday life. From exploring the world you live in now to preparing for the world that is to come, you will learn how the gospel canchange your heart, your community, and how you live in the world. Designed for use with the Gospel in Life Participant's Guide.

Tim Keller



July 29, 2010

Bible Study Methods


Lord, Teach Me toStudy the Bible in 28days

Learn to mine the riches of God's Word for yourself with Bible teacher Arthur's tried-and-true tools. Using select practice passages for

each technique, her hands-on workbook explains keyword searches; contexts; themes; interpreting Scripture with Scripture;metaphorical and literal phrases; the use of cross-references and multiple translations; and word, topical, and character studies. Agood student guide. The following 2 books would serve as teacher resource materials.

Kay Arthur Tom GieseMike Jackson

How to Study Your Bible

Join the nearly half-million adults and teens who are mining God's Word using the step-by-step methods outlined in this outstandingresource! How to Study Your Bible helps you cultivate the skills of observation, interpretation, and application---and encourages youto become an active participant in God's Word!

In 15 easy-to-understand chapters, Kay Arthur presents a systematic approach that includes key words, context studies, comparisonsand contrasts, topical studies, word meanings, and more. Interacting with God's Word helps you absorb more of its messages and

gives God greater access to engrave His truth on your heart and mind.

Kay Arthur Tom GieseMike Jackson

Living By The Book

How would you describe your personal Bible study? Mundane or motivational? Lackluster or lively? Redundant or reviving? Howardand Bill Hendricks offer a practical 3-step process that will help you master simple yet effective inductive methods of observation,interpretation, and application that will make all the difference in your time with God's Word! Separate Study Guide available. This isan excellent, in depth approach with a very good study guide. Designed for the advanced learner.

HowardHendricks

Tom GieseMike Jackson

The Inductive StudyMethod

A short but highly effective hands-on training document for the inductive study method. Includes worksheets. Available from Mike inelectronic form.

Mike Jackson Mike Jackson





July 29, 2010

Understanding Other Religions/Apologetics

Title Description Author ContactIslam vs. Christianity Video Series

Jay Longstreth

Defending Your Faith: AnIntroduction to Apologetics

In the universities, media, and workplace, Christian beliefs are undermined daily---can you fight for what's right? Outlining thehistory and fundamentals of apologetics, Sproul explains how reason and scientific inquiry offer strong allies for defendingyour faith. Great for group study, it equips you for more than just winning arguments, but for changing minds, too! 208 pages,softcover from Crossway.

R. C. Sproul

More Than A Carpenter Updated for a new generation of seekers with revised material and a new chapter, this bestseller introduces the real Jesus---acarpenter, a religious leader, and the Son of God. The McDowells reveal how they searched for meaning, truth, andrelevance---finding the answers in Jesus Christ. Discover how you can find him, too! 192 pages, softcover from Tyndale.

Josh McDowell

Basic Christianity

If Jesus was not God in human flesh, Christianity is exploded, writes John Stott. John Stott's clear, classic statement

examines the historical facts on which Christianity stands. Here is a sound, sensible guide for all who seek an intellectuallysatisfying explanation of the Christian faith.

John Stott

The Truth Project From Focus on the Family Del Tackett Marty Layer

The Case for Christ

Is there credible evidence that Jesus of Nazareth really is the Son of God?Retracing his own spiritual journey from atheism tofaith, Lee Strobel, former legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, cross-examines several experts with doctorates from schoolslike Cambridge, Princeton, and Brandeis who are recognized authorities in their own fields. DVD & Participants Guide

Strobel challenges them with questions like:How reliable is the New Testament?Does evidence for Jesus exist outside the Bible?Is there any reason to believe the resurrection was an actual event?Strobel's tough, point-blank questions make this six-session video study a captivating, fast-paced experience. But it's notfiction. It's a riveting quest for the truth about history's most compelling figure.

The six sessions include:1 The Investigation of a Lifetime2 Eyewitness Evidence3 Evidence Outside the Bible4 Analyzing Jesus

5 Evidence for the Resurrection6 Reaching the Verdict

Lee Strobel







July 29, 2010

Marriage & Family


Love and Respect

Dr. Emerson Eggerichs' book, Love & Respect: The Love She Most Desires, the Respect He Desperately Needs, is based on thebiblical passage from Ephesians 5:33 (But every husband must love his wife as he loves himself, and wives should respect their husbands - GODS WORD® translation). His premise is that communication between a husband and wife is often frustrated because of the vastly different ways in which men and women perceive love. Women are wired to need unconditional love and men need to feelunconditionally respected. Revitalize the love in your marriage! A Focus on the Family Recommendation; hardcover. Separate Studentguide recommended.

Dr. EmersonEggerichs

Frank & NormiHoward

The Case for Kids

The authors of Shepherding a Child's Heart and Age of Opportunity Paul and Tedd Tripp present a DVD seminar on Christian parenting.

Featuring forteen 30-minute sessions, it discusses the root of behavior, toddlers and authority, setting godly goals for teens and more.Brimming with biblical insight and experience based counsel. Also includes a 50 page guide on CD-ROM.

Paul & Ted

Tripp

Greg Grindinger

Shepherding aChild’s Heart

The fifteen 30-minute video sessions (with accompanying study guide and available leader’s guide and parent’s guide) walk the viewer through the fundamental biblical passages that define what good parenting is. Tedd Tripp describes both the concepts and themethods in lively detail.

Ted Tripp Greg Grindinger





July 29, 2010

Daniel: StandingFirm for God

The familiar story of Daniel and the lion's den- the fantastic tale of God's fidelity to his dedicated servant- is only the starting point for this volume in the Men of Character Series. Getz digs deep into the story of Daniel and then draws modern parallels with theremarkable true story of a young man torn away from his family, thrust into an alien land, then revered as one of its great leaders.Daniel's political & spiritual odyssey still applies in modern society.

Gene Getz

The Apostles:Becoming UnifiedThrough Diversity

Dr. Gene Getz examines the life and role of each apostle—what they shared, how they differed, where they stumbled, and how Christ

transformed them into powerful servants of the Lord. You will surely see yourself in their stories and reaffirm Jesus' power to use your personal strenghts and weakness to His glory. They followed, denied, loved and betrayed our Lord twenty centuries ago, yet thefaults and faith of Christ's chosen apostles apply to us today.

Gene Getz

Elijah: RemainingSteadfast ThroughUncertainty

Gene Getz

Paul: Living for theCall of Christ

How do the principles Paul taught and practiced apply to the lives of Christians today? The newest title in the popular Men of Character series examines the powerful life and ministry of the apostle Paul and reveals how his shining example illuminates our Christian walk today. From his sudden conversion on the road to Damascus through his many years of molding the early church, the

stories of Paul's tireless ministry amid relentless persecution are still as important and inspiring as they ever were, offeringcourageous, and practical lessons for today's generation.

Gene Getz





July 29, 2010

Lord, I NeedGrace To Make It

There are times when you all wonder if you'll make it in life -- and if it's worth even trying. Feelings of unworthiness and guilt over pastsins, times of spiritual weakness and inadequacy -- the burdens seem overwhelming. Don't give up! God's grace is available freely andlavishly for you! If you long for the covering of God's grace, let Kay Arthur guide you through the Word of God. Discover how toappropriate God's grace for every situation and every emotion you must face.

Kay Arthur Deb Kumpf

Lord, I’m TornBetween TwoMasters

Does It Sometimes Feel Impossible to Measure Up to God's Standards? On a hillside overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Jesus opened the

doorway to the kingdom of God. He challenged His followers to pursue a faith without compromise. Without anxiety. Without judgmentalism. He encouraged them to build a faith that bears fruit. A faith built on rock. A faith that would be true to the only Lord andMaster. Enjoy the expanded and updated editions of the best-selling "Lord" Bible Study Series from Kay Arthur. The "Lord" study seriesis an insightful, warm-hearted Bible study series designed to meet readers where they are--and help them discover God's answers totheir deepest needs.

Kay Arthur Deb Kumpf







July 29, 2010

The Promised Land

Travel to Israel and radically change your understanding of the Scriptures. Wet your feet in the Jordan River and impact the culturewith life-giving water. Show your trust in the Lord's provision by offering up first fruits at Jericho. And cleanse the land byconfronting evil and using the tools of society to redeem your world for God. In this first volume of the "That the World May Know"series, historian and teacher Ray Vander Laan will show you how God guided his people to a specific place - the Promised Land -to impact the world both in ancient times and today.

Ray Vander Laan

Frank & NormiHoward

The Early ChurchLearn from first-century disciples what it means to conquer the gates of hell. Visit the Grotto of Pan and the site of pagan worship.Recognize the dangers the disciples faced at Ephesus. Learn the subtle differences between a Christian worldview and humanismand how to make a difference in today's world.

Ray Vander Laan

Frank & NormiHoward

The Prophets & Kingsof Israel

Ray Vander Laan

Frank & NormiHoward



July 29, 2010

Studies on individual Books of the Bible

While some leaders and small groups are comfortable and skilled at studying the Word of God together without any formal study guide,other leaders and/or groups may prefer to use some type of study guide. In those cases we would recommend the following materials:

Revised and updated, theMacArthur Study Guide Series takes the participant on a journeythrough the Bible, book by book.Inquisitive questions, "Keys to theText" feature, and new material

compose this useful and concise toolfrom renowned Bible teacher JohnMacArthur. John MacArthur includesdeep, thought provoking questionsthat are well suited for small groupsas well as for leaders incorporatingother teaching materials.

THE LIFECHANGE SERIES of Biblestudies on books of the Bible can helpyou grow in Christlikeness through a lifechanging encounter with God's Word.You'll gain a firm understanding of thebook, its historical context, purpose,

structure, and meaning. You'll apply itspowerful, relevant wisdom to needs andissues you are currently workingthrough; and you'll acquire personalstudy skills and a thirst to return to thebook on your own so you can keepgoing deeper into its life-transformingtruths.

Genesis• Before Abraham

• The Father of Israel

• Jacob & EgyptExodus

1 SamuelRuth & Esther

Daniel

Nehemiah

Matthew

Mark Luke

John

ActsRomans

1 Corinthians

2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesians

Philippians

Colossians & Philemon

1 & 2 Thessalonians1 & 2 Timothy

Hebrews

James1 & 2 Peter

1-3 John, Jude

Revelation

GenesisExodusJoshuaRuth & Esther 1 SamuelProverbsIsaiahDaniel

Nehemiah

MatthewMarkLukeJohn

ActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians & Philemon

1 & 2 Thessalonians1 & 2 TimothyTitusHebrewsJames1 & 2 Peter 1, 2 & 3 JohnRevelation



July 29, 2010

Studies on individual Books of the Bible

Part of Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe’s best-

selling "BE" commentary series, each

version includes Dr. Wiersbe’scommentary and has now been updated

with study questions.

Be Satisfied (Ecclesiastes)

Be Comforted (Isaiah)Be Decisive (Jeremiah)

Be Reverent (Ezekiel)

Be Resolute (Daniel)Be Concerned (Minor Prophets)

Be Loyal (Matthew)Be Diligent (Mark)

Be Compassionate (Luke 1-13)

Be Courageous (Luke 14-24)Be Alive (John 1:1-12)

Be Transformed (John 13-21)

Be Dynamic (Acts 1-12)Be Daring (Acts 13-28)

Be Right (Romans)

Be Wise (1 Corinthians)

Be Encouraged (2 Corinthians)Be Free (Galatians)

Be Rich (Ephesians)

Be Joyful (Philippians)Be Complete (Colossians)

Be Ready (1 & 2 Thessalonians)

Be Faithful (1 & 2 Timothy – Philemon)Be Confident (Hebrews)

Be Mature (James)Be Hopeful (1 Peter)Be Alert (2 Peter, 2 & 3 John, Jude)

Be Real (1 John)

Be Victorious (Revelation)

Be Basic (Genesis 1-11)Be Obedient (Genesis 12-25)

Be Authentic (Genesis 26-50)

Be Delivered (Exodus)Be Holy (Leviticus)

Be Counted (Numbers)

Be Equipped (Deuteronomy)Be Strong (Joshua)

Be Available (Judges)

Be Committed (Ruth & Esther)

Be Successful (1 Samuel)Be Restored (2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles)

Be Responsible (1 Kings)Be Distinct (2 Kings & 2 Chronicles)Be Heroic (Ezra, Haggai, Zechariah)

Be Determined (Nehemiah)

Be Patient (Job)Be Worshipful (Psalms 1-89)

Be Exultant (Psalm 90-150)

Be Skillful (Proverbs)



July 29, 2010

New Additions since April 15 Publication

Title Author Group

The Gospel in Life Tim Keller New Believers

The Case for Kids Paul & Ted Tripp Marriage & FamilyShepherding a Child’s heart Ted Tripp Marriage & Family

“Be” Series Warren Wiersbe Studies on Individual Books of the Bible

The Truth Project Del Tackett Apologetics

The Case for Christ Lee Strobel Apologetics

Change & Your Relationships Timothy S. Lane Loving Others

Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands:

People in Need of Change HelpingPeople in Need of Change

Timothy S. Lane Loving Others

The Inductive Study Method Mike Jackson

Becoming a Woman of … Series Cynthia Heald Women’s Interests

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Recommended Small Group Study Materials