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Great for new and experienced Moms alike!
We are using this Bible study with the mothers from our Kids Day Out program at church.We have brand new moms as well as moms with teenagers attending.Everyone is learning how our value and worth is not found in how nutritious our kids' snacks are or how well behaved they are in public, but instead, our worth and value comes from God.What a great study to reaffirm your relationship with Christ and reassure us moms that our job as the caregiver and Christ-like example to our children is the most important job God could have ever given us--and there is NO condemnation for those who are in Christ.Great Bible study! ... Read more

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Very good guide on spiritual warfare
Kay Arthur deftly tackles a topic that not all churches and ministers will discuss: spiritual warfare. That this warfare is all around us, in many of the day-to-day situations we face, is a fact, and Arthur draws constantly and completely from Scripture to arm her reader for battle. The book, which is designed to be an 11-week study but can be read at your own pace, offers daily readings. Most days require the reader to look up and examine more closely specific Scriptural verses. Arthur does a good job of digging into the "evidence" in God's Word for points that she makes; everything is adequately supported in Scripture. What we found most interesting were the real-life stories she quotes from people she's known. Some are rather disturbing, but we must open our eyes to them.

A place for warriors in the body of Christ
Ms. Arthur is an anointed teacher who is helping this reader discover the "Battle," who is battling whom, why there is a battle, and the armor Jesus left for us to gird ourselves with to effectively fight the oneJesus defeated on the Cross. Satan's deceptions and weapons seemed muchstronger, much more fearful before I entered this thought-provoking biblestudy that is leading me step-by-step to a realization of just what Jesushas already done for us. Ms. Arthur's teaching insist's the student think,yet offers steady help along the way as she builds upon knowledge gainedchapter by chapter. If you're ready to work at acquiring the know-how tofind life beyond circumstance and above defeat while learning more aboutscriptures to use the way Jesus defeated Satan during His temptations, thisBible Study re: warfare is for you.

Very Thought Provoking -- Helps Develop One's Insights
Kay Arthur truly has a heart for God.And He has blessed her (and us) by creating within her heart a love for us members of Christ's body.Through that love, she has developed a wonderful guide that teachs us how to searchthe scriptures for answers.Furthermore, rather than present a list of herown personal interpretations, she presents scriptures, asks us questionsabout them, and advises us to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit while westruggle with the questions.So it is really the Holy Spirit who teachsus.But Kay provides the vehicle for the planned trip.I highly recommendthis book to anyone who wants to learn how to "be strong in theLord" so that they may be able to "stand firm in the evilday". (Eph.6:10-12) ... Read more

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Great!
I enjoy this book very much! It shows me the importantance of eating God's Words everyday, the importance of growing in his Spirit everyday. Besides, it shows how to grow healthily in our Lord's words.

Balanced instruction for the serious Christian
This book has two main sections: "Preparing the Person" and "Methods of Studying the Bible". In the Introduction, Nee writes: "Many of [the books published on the study of the Bible] are very good, but almost all are short in one matter--they only pay attention to methods of studying the Bible; they do not pay enough attention to the person who is studying the Bible. They give the impression that anyone who uses these methods will achieve good results...Those who have written books on the study of the Scripture have studied the Scripture well, but those who try to imitate them by approaching the Bible with the same methods do not necessarily fare as well. The study of the Bible is not only a matter of methods but a matter of the person. Some study the Bible well because they--the persons--have learned the proper lessons from God. When they find the right methods to assist in their study, they reap rich results. It is wrong to pass on methods without considering the kind of person one has to be. Even when some have the right methods, they can never study the Bible well because they are wrong in their very person." Insightful thoughts on reading the Bible
This books focuses not so much on techniques that can be employed in reading the Bible but first and foremost on the reader. Read more

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Way too many errors
Most people believe the Bible to be accurate... if you are one of these people then this Bible is not for you.
Excellent Commentary
Jill Briscoe did a wonderful job with the commentary. Many topics women face today are addressed with scriptural answers. Some are single parenthood, relating to your husband, your personal relationship with God, and raising Christian children. Bible Basics
Jill Briscoe did a wonderful job with the topical reading tracks.She starts with the basics and builds concept upon concept, using both Old and New Testament scriptures to illustrate God's love and plan for all people.As I read through the Scriptures and Jill's devotional thoughts, I amamazed all over again with the consistent theme of redemption from Genesisto Revelation.If you've never spent much time studying the Bible, this isan excellent way to get started. ... Read more

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The Bible - Demystified and Explained
Our Church, Gethsemane Presbyterian Church, began several small group bible study programs and our Young Adult Bible Study Fellowship Group has decided to use this book as our study guide. The most convincing arguementto select this guide was the fact that our group contained several veryknowledgeable people and several individuals that were either new toChristianity or new to our church. We decided that this guide would allowus all to have at least the same foundation to build upon in the future. What is even more exciting is that the more knowledgeable ones are learninga great deal as well.We are all in love with the book and thesupplementary instructional guide that goes with the study.This is a mustif you plan to lead a bible study group using this book.The"instructor's guide" offers additional information on the topicsand suggests further study options.We have been very pleased with thisBible Study Guide.

My knowledge of God's word has been fast-forwarded.
I began the Baby Boomer Bible study with virtually no knowledge of the Bible.The maps, tables, and diagrams included in the book enabled me to quickly gain a grasp of basic Biblical facts.This has fast-forwarded my understanding of God's word. Complicated material became much clearer and easier to learn through the flow charts and other study aids, such as the "Theologically Speaking" areas that help provide an understanding of the theological aspects of The Bible.The Baby Boomer Bible Study has had a profound influence on my life. I am no longer intimidated by the Bible. Something surprising has happened as I study God`s word. He has come into my heart! Steve M. Lupe ... Read more

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Great choice for an all purpose bible
I won't attempt to critque the main content of this book, which is the NIV text of the Holy Bible.The Greatest Book ever written speaks for itself.
Good devotional Bible
If you're looking for a work full of footnotes with lots of commentary on ancient cultures and details on the ancient texts, this isn't it.What it is is a great devotional Bible, plus very good book introductions and some good articles about Bible characters.Such articles are not academic: they're expository, very obviously the work of a preacher, and I mean that in a good way.Chuck's great at helping us realize that the Bible, which sometimes feels so distant and ancient, is about real people and real situations which can be of help to us in world in which we live. Beautiful!
My girlfriend had this bible once. We loved the glossy pages which weren't the usual flimsy kind used for most bibles, so highlighter-markings won't seep through. It has a very readable, easy-to-the-eyes font color whichwouldn't give a strain even if you were to spend long hours poring over it.Also, the articles in it are beautifully written in Swindoll-style humorand wit. The extra info given with each book in the bible is also usefuland relevant for today's reader. Almost made it to 5 stars for us---pity itonly comes in NIV (I think). Would have been extra good if it came in NAS. ... Read more

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Great Resrouce for Small Group Study
I bought this book for my own devotionals when it first came out.The five-day format helped me not only hear the story of the Bible in a new light, but more importantly relate the trials of each man in the Bible to my own life.I have since used this book as the basis for our men's ministry Breakfast and Bible Study.The men involved have also said that it has helped them read and apply the Bible to their lives in a timely and manageable way.

Man's suffering for God's glory
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A straight-forward study of scripture
This book is an excellent Bible study tool.It is perfect for beginnng Bible study students, but I would also recommend it as a guide for small group or home Bible studies.. Francis Schaeffer was a very spiritual (but not religious!) man with a great amount of integrity.I also recommend his commentary on Romans 1-8.If you feel that religion has let you down and want to know what the God of the Bible has to say about it, read this book, including Two Contents, Two Realities at the end. An excellent way to equip yourself in a world filled with contradictions.

review of 25 basic bible studies by francis schaeffer
A very insightful book by a modern day prophet.This is an excellent choice for Christians that want to re-evaluate and re-affirm their beliefs and a superb tool to use while witnessing to others about Christ. ... Read more

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My FAVORITE resource
This book has been an invaluable accessory to 4 years of Disciple Bible study.I love charts ... and this one has LOTS!Good timelines and explanations.It may not have the most up to date scholarship and archeological details but the amount of very helpful information in just this one volume can not (in my experience) be beaten!

A Good Maps & Charts Book - I'm Still Looking
I was looking for a series of charts that would combine people and historical dates.For example, in Daniel, how do the various prophets line up with the various rulers?When do Daniel's dreams take place chronologically?
More Bible Maps and Charts
Wow, what a surprise on how well organized this book was.I thought I had enough books of Bible charts and maps but there is
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Parables:The Greatest Stories Ever Told
This study's author uses many ambiguous questions to get the point across.The material is good, but the questions are often irrelevant.I feel that a study should allow the reader/participant to come away with application from the study for everyday living and I think that the study fails to do this. ... Read more

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Understanding the Early Christian Church
I have completed about 13 or Irving Jensen's self study guides on Old and New Testament books of the Bible.One of my favorites was the one on the Acts of the Apostles.Jensen has a way of getting the reader to make connections and realize personal applications as well as to understand Biblical principles.In this guide he puts the book of Acts into historical context both in the political and the religious world of the early church.It was an exciting time for the first Christians, and it is fascinating to relive it through scriptures, seeing God at work in the apostles' lives. The first time I completed the study guide I was working on my own.Now I am going to go through it again with my Bible Study class. ... Read more

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Good study material
I am doing a Bible study with two of my friends and we do not have a lot of time to spend.What this study does is focus on the subject.We spend the time on the study part and that gives us more time to spend on our fellowship and prayer portions.It is not that we don't want to spend more time studying, but that with our schedules, we only have a limited time for it with each other.I would recommend this for a good study with the people wanting to have a varied time together, studying, praying, fellowshipping.A great tool. ... Read more

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Wonderful start point
This was a great guide to use to begin a cell group. It has the Lifeguide format which I find very good, since it makes all participants think and look at the Scriptures for answers instead of just telling you what the answers are. If you look at the first chapter here in amazon, you will be able to see that all the questions are thought provoking and then they relate the teaching to your life (another lifeguide characteristic)Read more

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Get it now
A very good book only beaten by the full illustrated series, but at least this edition can fit in your pocket - again it is a must have for leaders, and ordinary christians and even seekers

Wonderful Comprehensive study of God's timeline
This is the best book for showing in picture and timeline form God's timeline.It is easy enough that even children can understand it, as well as the new in faith.It breaks down each point in God's plan to put it inprespective.Every home should have this book. ... Read more

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Tough stuff!Do you want to grow in Christ?I do!
I knew when I ordered this study I would be facing a great spiritual challenge and I am.As a christian I know of the Sermon of the Mount and it's great blessing but this study digs very deep and very deep into my walk with Jesus.It was a painful journey at first and very humbling, even unto tears, but there is great joy in these beatitudes that I had been missing.If you want the "truth" about God and your heart, then prepare yourself for a great study!

An Amazing Author
Kay Arthur is an amazing author that is truely blessed by God.Having grown up in a home that didn't have God and was completely in the ways of the world, I discovered I need to do a lot of changing once I became a Christian and this book has totally helped me to not only discover the changes I need to make, but the scriptures I need to read to help me make the changes.I have since bought several more or her Bible Studies and cannot wait to get into them.

A very must to go with your bible, moving, motivating.
I am a new christian and find this book speaks to me through the writer's words. I am finding myself anxious each day for the time to draw near to God through this author's words. I have never read any of her other books.I find this book makes me look at my life like I have never looked at itbefore. It makes me look at God as I have never dreamed possible. I amordering 15 copies of this book and we are going to have a 9 weekdevotional on character at my church on Tuesday nights. I have showed it toother members of my church (only 98)and all interested will be taking theclass with me. Whether you are now a christian or just became a christian Ithink most all would feel the same way after reading only the firstchapture. You can not get enough of it. ... Read more

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