Re: Our Next Bible Study Material

[Louise Wong]

Bit heavy on Max Lucado.

I vote for 1 or 9?

Jo, this is a nice summary. 

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On 22 Feb 2015, at 11:30 pm, baorong <gno...@gmail.com> wrote:

heyloes!! thanks joseph! 

8, 9, 11 for me :) 

On Sat, Feb 21, 2015 at 3:14 PM, Joseph Lim <josep...@ccmc.org.sg> wrote:

Hi folks, these are some Bible Study materials that you suggested at the last meeting. Kindly vote your preference. Please vote not more than 4 of the titles only. You are welcome to vote less than 4 if preferred. I will consolidate and have to quickly order the study book. Thanks

 

My vote: 3, 6, 8 and 10

 

 

1.		Acts: Build Community by John Ortberg
		The church is the community of God's people filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. In Acts, you will discover that God wants to do a fresh work among his people by the power of the Holy Spirit. You will find the pathway to authentic community. You will learn how to grow as a worshipper you will deepen your passion to invite others into the fellowship of Christ-followers we call the church.		Journey Toward God series by Willow Creek Resources. Introduction to pave the way followed by ice-breaker and article clips. In between questions for discussion are more insert of article clippings. Study ends with two substantive application sessions. Leader’s guide provided. Content: Filled with the Spirit Walk in the Spirit Devoted to each other Encourage each other Devoted to the word Becoming bold champions of the gospel
2.		Acts: Model for Today’s Church
		The local church is still the hope for our world. Acts presents the thrilling beginnings and bold life of the early church. Connect with our true power source as you learn to deepen church community and become an irresistible influence to the world around you. Apply what you learn in practical projects and embrace life-change goals for yourself. Your church should be an authentic representation of what Jesus intended when He unleashed His Spirit in the first century. Through all of life’s problems, you too can see the Word of God continue to increase and spread (Acts 12:24).		Life connections series by Serendipity House. Leader’s book is separate from workbook for participants. The comprehensive and easy-to-use Leader Book contains everything you need to lead a life-transforming group experience! There are 13 lessons. A week’s guide (a bible reading passage and questions for reflection) is provided for personal preparation before meeting up with your small group. The lesson begins with some interesting ice-breaker followed by study questions. Application is eminent to close the lesson. Content: 1.      Called to action 2.      Power form above 3.      A new kind of community 4.      When conflict hits the church 5.       A dramatic conversion 6.      The community expands 7.      A praying church 8.      Treated as gods 9.      Dealing with the old laws 10.   A spirit-led journey 11.   Speaking the language of the culture 12.   When faith is “bad for business” 13.   An irrepressible boldness
3.		Acts by Max Lucado
		Can anyone encounter the resurrected Christ and remain unchanged? Understanding and accepting the most compelling event in the history of mankind changed the disciples. Having been brought face to face with God, they couldn’t remain the same. Filled with the Holy Spirit, bold in their declarations, confidently trusting Christ daily, their days were full of witnessing, ministering, solving practical problems, and resolving differences. They lived a God-centered life, followed God’s leading, and saw God’s faithfulness. The disciples were transformed. They founded the early church, and gave us a legacy of faith. The earliest Christians demonstrate that what God did for them, he longs to do for you.		The Lucado Life Lessons series brings the New Testament to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational storytelling, profound reflections, and space for journaling. The contents: Jesus changes lives We are witnesses Tried and tested Getting along with others Looking to Jesus The Holy Spirit’s leading God’s saving power Unity among believers God’s grace Presenting the Gospel Facing problems and pain Living your faith
4.		The Gospel of Matthew by Max Lucado
		Do you remember meeting someone who changed your life? Perhaps their smile brightened your day. A simple encounter could change your day or even change your life. Matthew’s life was changed when he met Jesus. And this tax collector spent the rest of his life convincing others that Jesus was more than a carpenter.		The Lucado Life Lessons series brings the New Testament to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational storytelling, profound reflections, and space for journaling. The contents: God with skin on Overcoming temptation Power in prayer The compassion of Christ Following Christ Heaven’s great invitation Spiritual receptivity Bread of life Humility Missing the Messiah The last days He’s alive!
5.		The Gospel of Luke by Max Lucado
		At some point we’ve asked: Who is Jesus? What is the meaning of his teachings? Why do I follow him? Is it really true? Luke, a doctor, searched for the truth. Not content to merely accept what others said, he had to know for sure. So he dug deeper. He asked questions. And when he found his answers, he could not keep them to himself. This letter to a friend is filled with his discoveries: the truth, the facts, the stunning life of Jesus.		The Lucado Life Lessons series brings the New Testament to life in twelve lessons filled with intriguing questions, inspirational storytelling, profound reflections, and space for journaling. The contents: Hope in God Faith at work Prayer that strengthens Christ’s compassion Obeying God’s Word Believing in Jesus Persistent Prayer Trusting God God’s love for people True worship Christ’s sacrifice Seeing Jesus
6.		The Wiersbe Bible Study Series “Matthew: Following the King of Kings”
		Many bible scholars believe that the book of Matthew is the most important document of the Christian faith. It connects the Old and New Testaments and introduces a king, the Lord Jesus, and His people, the church. The book of Matthew offers a unique look at the revolutionary life and words of Jesus, and shares His dynamic principles for becoming a faithful subject in the kingdom of God.		Birth (Mat 1-4) Principles (Mat 5-7) Power (Mat 8-10) Conflict and secrets (Mat 11-13) Concern (Mat 14-15) Glory and rebuke (Mat 16-18) Instructions (Mat 19-20) Judgment and denunciation (Mat 21-23) Return (Mat 24-26:56) Trial into victory (Mat 26:57-28) Summary and review
7.		New Community “Luke: Lessons from Jesus” by Bill Hybels
		Jesus was a revolutionary, miracle-working, loving, powerful, divine teacher. The gospel of Luke captures the heart of Jesus the Rabbi. If your mind is ready to be expanded, your heart hungering to be touched, and your life ripe for growth, pull up a chair and dig into the lessons of Jesus captured in Luke.		Christian Etiguette (Lk 14:7-14; 18:9-14) Back to basics (Lk 14:25-33) Lessons from Lazarus (Lk 16:19-31) How to receive a miracle (Lk 17:11-19) Becoming a servant (Lk 17:7-10; 12:35-40) Keep praying (Lk 18:1-8) Leader’s notes
8.		New Community “Parables: Imagine life God’s way” John Ortberg
		The parables of Jesus communicate vital truths about God, his kingdom, and the broad scope of life. Learn vital secrets to spiritual growth. Discover the importance of overcoming resentment. Experience the heart-healing that comes with forgiveness. Find out the practical implications of no-regret living. As you study the parables, you’ll realise Jesus is talking about your life—the struggles you face, and the tremendous promise that lies before you.		1.      Overcoming growth barriers 2.      Overcoming resentment 3.      Don’t wait until it’s too late 4.      An invitation to return home 5.      Heart-healing forgiveness 6.      Spiritual sincerity 7.      Leader’s notes
9.		The Parables of Jesus
		Jesus told stories about everyday life, but they were stories with a twist. He intended to disturb people’s assumptions about life. His short parables not only evoked emotion, they demanded life change. The Master Storyteller’s parables still speak to us today in powerful images that will disturb our assumptions and lead us toward life change as well.		Serendipity House. Understanding the Saviour Series. The serendipity series are known for their fun-filled study. Starting with an introduction, an extensive ice-breaker, studies with activities and ending with Caring Time (application). Study notes included for each chapter. Contents: The Pharisee and tax collector The prodigal son The sower The unmerciful servant The good Samaritan The rich fool The great banquet The builder and the king The tenants of the vineyard The talents The workers in the vineyard The ten virgins The weeds among the wheat
10.		The Parables of Jesus Deeper Connections (DVD)
		Jesus communicated deep spiritual truths through simple, vivid, and engaging stories. Woven from the stuff of everyday life, the parables of Jesus made the kingdom of God understandable and accessible to his listeners. Gain new insights into his parables and their meanings that will help you to appreciate more fully their relevance for your own life.		This series of Bible Study guides with DVDs provides the depth for a more thorough study of the Bible, allowing participants to make deeper connections with a knowledge of historical background of the Bible, biblical text, and real life applications. With maps and pictures, outlines, key scripture verses, discussion questions, plenty of room for note taking, and a personal five-day Bible study for each session, the participant’s guide will help you get the most out of The Life of Jesus, both in your group and in applying what you learn to your life.   Video and Study Guide usage: 6 video sessions. Each session has about 30 minutes of teaching in 3 different segments. Each teaching segment will have a break of 10 minutes for group discussion.
11.	Nelson Impact Bible Study Series “Matthew: The kingdom of heaven”
	The book to introduce to us the intensely human story of our saviour, Jesus Christ. We see Him at his birth; we encounter Him as He begins His ministry on earth; we hold our breath as He suffers temptations most of us will never know; we experience His sorrow over a people who simply will not recognise Him for who He is. And we rejoice in His resurrection, in His promise of eternal life for all who will believe.		The birth of Christ Preparing for ministry The sermon on the mount Early miracles Preparing His disciples Parables and miracles Transfiguration Rejection Toward the end times Death and triumph Coming to a close

 

 

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[Eileen Lee]

Happy Chinese New Year everyone.

My vote is 3 ,4 and 8.

[Andrew Yong]

Hi, I vote for 10.

Best Regards,

Andrew Yong

[Joanne Lin]

Hi Joe,

thanks for this. I vote

2 OR 8

4

5

Blessings,

jo