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In this eight-session study, Douglas Connelly unpacks the apostle Paul's description of the armor of God in Ephesians 6, the clearest description anywhere in Scripture of believers' resources for spiritual battle. Readers will explore the context of Ephesians 6 along with additional texts that help them dig deeper into each theme.

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 (R) Bible Study, you will catch something of the awesomeness of God. You will see God in his transcendent glory like in no other part of the Bible. You will come away stunned-and changed-by God's majesty. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

''''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(R) 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 Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

Heaven is hard for us to picture. We think of floating on clouds, singing praises and playing harps, or walking on streets of gold. While we know we want to go to heaven, we are a little nervous about what it will be like. In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study provide a biblical perspective on heaven-something richer and more exciting than we can imagine. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

Abraham and Sarah. Noah. Rahab. Hebrews 11 gives us a list of role models: ordinary people who trusted God in radical ways. This eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study on the heroes of faith from Hebrews will encourage you, inspire you and help deepen your own trust in our great God who still keeps all his promises, so that you might live out your faith in radical ways today. For over three decades LifeGuide Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions-making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 130 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

A permissive society, a power-hungry people, a nation without God. Daniel's situation in Babylon sounds quite a bit like our own. In the midst of such forces, how can we remain loyal to biblical values? How can we have a positive impact on those around us? Daniel gives us practical and personal help with these questions.

These eight studies cover: Abel, Noah, Abraham and Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Moses and Rahab, and their faith in particular circumstances. Heroes of Faith will introduce you not just to a series of Bible characters but also to a fascinating collection of role models who will help you forge your own heroic faith.

This study guide explores some of the key passages in the Old Testament about the Messiah and their completion in the life and saving work of Jesus.

A permissive society, a power-hungry people, a nation without God - Daniel's situation in Babylon sounds something like our own. Daniel is a great role model - a man who rose to prominence without compromising his beliefs.

The Smart Guide to the Bible: The Book of Psalms is a user-friendly guide designed to faithfully lead you through the Book of Psalms using an easy-to-understand approach. Written by Douglas Connelly and edited by Larry Richards, The Book of Psalms will renew your spirit and uplift your heart as you realize the relevance of the inspirational songs.

Study how Jesus moulded a dozen fearful and faithless men into the pillars of a worldwide movement.

Who is the Holy Spirit? How does he change our lives? How does he work in the world?

When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he gave them the Lord's Prayer. But is the Lord's Prayer simply a form of prayer repeated during Sunday morning worship? I

Do angels have wings and fly? Do they protect us from accidents? Will we become angels? Stories featuring angels are becoming increasingly popular. Angels are a hot commodity! This study shows what the Bible says about God's angels and fallen angels.

If you read the book of Revelation and find your head swimming in weird images and confusing timelines, then The Book of Revelation Made Clear is for you. This engaging, lighthearted, and user-friendly guide gives you a chapter-by-chapter explanation of this often misunderstood yet important book of the Bible.

Do you think Daniel is an old Elton John song? The Great White Throne is located just down the hall to the left? The Beast is a member of the World Wrestling Federation? You need Bible Prophecy Made Clear: the user-friendly guide to understanding what the Bible says about God's plans for the world - and for you! Face it - Bible prophecy is daunting stuff. All those images of seven-headed dragons, hundred-pound hailstones, froglike demons, trumpet-blowing angels . . . how do you even begin to make sense of it? Simple: Flip open Bible Prophecy Made Clear - a lighthearted and illuminating approach to a serious and mystifying subject.Bible Prophecy Made Clear helps you: Understand the basic rules for interpreting Bible prophecy. Know what's symbolic and what should be taken literally. Discover what the Bible says about the Tribulation, the Antichrist, the rapture, the battle of Armageddon, and other momentous world figures and events. Look at the details from a big-picture perspective. Explore prophets and their prophecies throughout the Bible, from Daniel to Jesus to Paul to John. Discover the four different views on interpreting Revelation: preterist, historicist, futurist, and idealist. Learn key terms for understanding prophecy. Find out what God says about the future for you and your loved ones.With lots of edgy graphics and an engaging, easy-to-use format, Bible Prophecy Made Clear will help you get your arms - and your faith - around the Bible's astonishing claims concerning the future. Icons steer you quickly to helpful information!X

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 - Learn how the Bible developed over many centuries - Familiarize yourself with the main divisions of the Bible and its 66 individual books - Find out proven principles for accurately interpreting what you read - Acquaint yourself with important people, places, and events of the Bible - Learn key biblical terms and discover the different types of literature represented in the Scriptures - Get a handle on the Bible's historical and cultural background - Discover why the Bible among all books is called "God's Word"

What was unearthed in Solomon's great cities? Where did archaeologists learn about the great flood? How do these discoveries reveal secrets about King Herod? The events of the Bible may have happened long ago and far away, but they happened to real people living in real places. Modern archaeologists have made stunning finds over the past century or so that validate the historical accuracy of the Bible. These finds allow us to understand Scriptures better by helping Bible people and places come alive in our imaginations. Come along on an archaeological journey through the Old and New Testaments. Here are some of the best finds that illustrate Bible history, presented in beautiful full-color images accompanied by clear explanations free of technical jargon. You don't even have to get your hands dirty!