Galatians A Participatory Study Guide

Author : Bruce G. Epperly
Publisher : Energion Publications
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781631991691

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Galatians by Bruce G. Epperly Pdf

With this volume on Paul's Letter to the Galatians, Dr Bruce Epperly, author of Philippians: A Participatory Study Guide, Finding God in Suffering: A Journey with Job, and Transforming Acts: Acts of the Apostles as a 21st Century Gospel, again brings the study of a Bible book to life for a 21st century audience. Epperly founds his work in the results on modern critical scholarship, but he's not content with reciting scholarship or discussing history. He aims to make the study of this theologically central letter a transformative experience. He does so by never losing sight of the fact that human problems remain human problems and that human potentiality, touched by God's grace, can accomplish great things. He finds a message of liberation in this book. Liberation from our guilt, yes, but also liberation from our self-imposed limitations. Through reading, discussion, exercises, and thought questions, he leads the reader through a study that can only be described as an adventure. It's an adventure you won't want to miss.

Author : Andrew J. Lamont-Turner
Publisher : Andrew J. Lamont-Turner
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Bible Study Guide: Galatians by Andrew J. Lamont-Turner Pdf

The core message of the book of Galatians revolves around the concept of spiritual freedom attained through justification by grace through faith. This profound truth liberates believers from the constraints of the Old Testament Law. Paul vehemently condemns any attempt to undermine God’s grace or alter the purity of the gospel (Galatians 1:8–10). To reinforce his authority as an apostle, Paul recounts his divine calling and emphasises that righteousness is not achieved through adherence to the Law but through faith in Christ alone (Galatians 1:11–2:14; 2:21). He urges the Galatians to guard their independence and resist being burdened again by the yoke of bondage represented by the Mosaic law (Galatians 5:1). However, Paul also emphasises that Christian freedom should not be misconstrued as a license for indulging in sinful behaviour. Instead, it presents an opportunity to express love and serve one another (Galatians 5:13; 6:7–10). The Christian life is to be lived under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, not the desires of the flesh (Galatians 5:16–18). Crucially, Paul underscores the transformative power of Christ’s crucifixion, highlighting that believers are united with Christ in His death, leading to the production of spiritual fruit by the indwelling Spirit (Galatians 2:20). This spiritual fruit serves as evidence of a life lived in alignment with the grace and freedom found in Christ.

Author : Gordon Lindsey
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532603204

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Charter of Christian Freedom by Gordon Lindsey Pdf

The apostle Paul's Letter to the Galatians has had a deep impact on Christian theology and practice, far beyond its short length. It has inspired great theologians; it also sparked reform movements. Its message, however, can be hard to follow for the average reader. This study guide opens up the message of Galatians to people without a theological education and for Bible study teachers and working pastors. Explaining the background from which Paul is writing, the author clarifies the flow of Paul's argument so the average reader can grasp its revolutionary import. Paul's letter sparked a revolution in the author's own spiritual life. This study guide can help do that for others as well.

Author : John Stott
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2020-06-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830855926

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Galatians by John Stott Pdf

Study Scripture with John Stott In Christ we have salvation as a gift of grace. But what is our responsibility? Maybe you're confused about the various requirements different Christians say accompany being a follower of Christ. Galatians raises questions of law: What rules should a Christian follow? Are we exempt through Christ? These studies from Galatians help us understand what God—not others—requires of his followers and how we can live out our faith in both obedience and freedom. John Stott was one of the world's leading and most-loved Bible teachers and preachers. In this Bible study guide you can explore Scripture under his guidance, enhancing your own in-depth study with insights gained from his years of immersion in God's Word.

Author : Clear Creek Community Church,Dr Yancey C Arrington,Dr Bruce R Wesley
Publisher : Clear Creek Resources
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0982551762

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The Gospel-Centered Life by Clear Creek Community Church,Dr Yancey C Arrington,Dr Bruce R Wesley Pdf

Surely you've seen it or maybe even experienced it yourself. People become followers of Jesus, immediately they get excited about God, and initially their lives experience much joy, peace, and power. But then, over time, those lives seem powerless again as they drift back into old ways of thinking and behaving. What happened? Could it be that they began to drift away from the truths about Christ and his work that are so critical in experiencing the life God desires for his people? How would a person know if that was the case? What truths about Jesus and his work must we always keep before us? In 'The Gospel-Centered Life: A Study of Galatians, ' Drs. Bruce Wesley and Yancey Arrington will guide you through the book of Galatians to help answer those questions and discover the key to a vibrant, lasting, and growing relationship with God - it's the gospel-centered life! This small group study guide will lead participants to both study the book of Galatians and prepare them for discussion that intersects with 'The Gospel-Centered Life' DVD. Each session is strategically structured to help develop good Bible study habits by intentionally following a three-step pattern: 1) Observation (WHAT does this passage say?) 2) Interpretation (WHAT does this passage mean?) 3) Application (HOW do I apply this passage to my life?) PLEASE NOTE: Study guide to be used with 'The Gospel-Centered Life: A Study of Galatians' DVD and Leader Guide (each sold separately).

Author : Allan R Bevere
Publisher : Energion Publications
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781631991127

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Colossians & Philemon by Allan R Bevere Pdf

Christology and ethics. Is it possible for letters written in the first century to still impact people living in the 21st century? Dr. Allan Bevere, pastor and professor, husband and grandfather, believes Pauls words are not only relevant to our century but timely to the world we are currently struggling to live and influence while still being known as aliens. "The Christians in Colossae are encouraged to look heavenward, not to escape this world, but rather to put this world in heavenly context, to seek the things above is not an escape from earthly realities, but rather the things above puts earthly things in their divine context." - Dr. Allan Bevere

Author : Jeanette Hagen Pifer
Publisher : Mohr Siebeck
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-05-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783161564765

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Faith as Participation by Jeanette Hagen Pifer Pdf

In recent years, three particular debates have risen to the fore of Pauline Studies: the question of the centre of Pauline theology, how to interpret the mula, and the relationship between divine and human agency. In the present study, Jeanette Hagen Pifer contends that several of the apparent conundrums in recent Pauline scholarship turn out to derive from an inadequate understanding of what Paul means by faith. By first exploring the question of what Paul means by faith outside of the classic justification passages in Romans and Galatians, she reveals faith as an active and productive mode of human existence. Yet this existence is not a form of human self-achievement. On the contrary, faith is precisely the denial of self-effort and a dependence upon the prior gracious work of Christ. In this way, faith is self-negating and self-involving participation in the Christ-event.

Author : Antony D. Palma
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Bible
ISBN : 1906256691

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Galatians and Romans by Antony D. Palma Pdf

Author : Kenneth D. Boa,Michael Stewart,Jenny Abel
Publisher : Zondervan Academic
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310109921

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Conformed to His Image Study Guide by Kenneth D. Boa,Michael Stewart,Jenny Abel Pdf

How can I know God better and, in the process, learn to live out my identity and calling? Too many readers finish a book or Bible study only to be left with unanswered questions about how they can actively and practically nourish their spiritual desires. Intended for use alongside the Conformed to His Image Video Study and as a complement to Kenneth Boa’s highly regarded Conformed to His Image textbook, the Conformed to His Image Study Guide will help you formulate answers and engage in spiritual practices as you review key concepts and truths of what it means to conform to the image of Christ. Designed for use by independent learners, in small-group and church settings, or in college and seminary courses, this study guide will help you build your life on a biblical foundation, encapsulated in twelve facets of authentic Christian spirituality, which include: Relational Spirituality: Loving God Completely, Ourselves Correctly, and Others Compassionately Paradigm Spirituality: Cultivating an Eternal versus a Temporal Perspective Disciplined Spirituality: Engaging in the Historical Disciplines Exchanged Life Spirituality: Grasping Our True Identity in Christ Motivated Spirituality: A Set of Biblical Incentives Devotional Spirituality: Growing in Relationship with God Holistic Spirituality: Every Component of Life under the Lordship of Christ Process Spirituality: Process versus Product, Being versus Doing Spirit-Filled Spirituality: Walking in the Power of the Spirit Warfare Spirituality: The World, the Flesh, and the Devil Nurturing Spirituality: A Lifestyle of Evangelism and Discipleship Corporate Spirituality: Encouragement, Accountability, and Worship The Conformed to His Image Study Guide is an invaluable tool for anyone who desires to follow Christ more closely.

Author : David Holgate,Rachel Starr
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 205 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334057314

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SCM Studyguide: Biblical Hermeneutics by David Holgate,Rachel Starr Pdf

The SCM Studyguide: Biblical Hermenuetics offers entry-level undergraduates a framework for interpreting the Bible. The book goes beyond offering guidance on how to do exegesis, and is intended as a practical tool to help readers develop good interpretative strategies for themselves. As such it features pedagogical tools such as Try-it-Out boxes to assist students to develop a tested and thought - through overall interpretative strategy of their own. This fully updated 2nd edition takes into account the changing church and world context, and the new challenges this context brings as students seek to read the Bible with attentiveness, integrity and faithfulness. Table of contents Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Where Do We Want to Go? 2. Past Experience and Present Expectations 3. Tools for Exegesis 4. Our Reality 5. Committed Readings 6. Enabling Dialogue with the Text 7. Our Goal: Life-Affirming Interpretations Summary of the Interpretative Process References and Further Reading Index of Biblical References Index of Names Index of Subjects

Author : Thomas J. Doyle,Publishing Concordia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0570094887

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Galatians by Thomas J. Doyle,Publishing Concordia Pdf

Each study in the God's Word for Today series provides an in-depth exploration of a book of the Bible. Each session includes: background information on the book of the Bible, its author, audience, occasion, and purpose; learning experiences that promote exciting and challenging discussions; notes for leaders that answer questions, suggest a learning process, and provide additional information; discussion starters that help participants apply God's Word to their daily lives. (13 sessions) Many people today equate freedom with "personal choice" or "do your own thing" without regard for God's Word. With Christian freedom comes responsibility - to God and for others. Leaders guide is included.

Author : John Bligh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0854390073

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Study-guide to Galatians by John Bligh Pdf

Author : Frederick Fyvie Bruce
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Bible
ISBN : 0853642990

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The Epistle of Paul to the Galatians by Frederick Fyvie Bruce Pdf

Author : Robert D. Cornwall
Publisher : Energion Publications
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-07-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781631994470

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The Letters of John by Robert D. Cornwall Pdf

What do the letters of John, tucked away near the end of the New Testament, tell us other than that we ought to love one another? That's a good message but can we put some muscle into it? With the help of Dr. Robert D. Cornwall and his new study guide on the Letters of John in the Participatory Study Series, we certainly can Cornwall guides us through a historical, theological and practical study of these three little letters, taking 1st century material, helping us understand it clearly, and applying it to our daily lives in the 21st century. Besides its value in studying these books, this guide provides a model for a successful small group or individual study of any Bible passage. Each lesson includes readings, questions, exercises, and a suggested prayer in closing helping to bring the application home. This study is useful for individuals and small groups, but can also be valuable in planning a sermon series.

Author : Jada Anae Edwards
Publisher : Beautiful Word Bible Studies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0310115418

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Galatians Bible Study Guide by Jada Anae Edwards Pdf

Do you understand what people mean when they say you are Free in Christ? Are you living led by the Spirit or lost in the world? Is your life bearing good fruit? Most of us struggle to truly understand how it is we can know freedom without a set of rules to follow and even more so how to let go of the rules of this world and simply follow the Spirit into growth and blessing. Bible teacher and author Jada Edwards digs into the book of Galatians where we learn what freedom in Christ really means, how saying yes to the conviction and guidance of the Holy Spirit establishes this freedom and how through the Spirit we affect our communities and those around us in his name. The Holy Spirit tells us when to keep silent or speak up, to apologize, take risks, take rest, to say yes or no, and so much more. He gives us direction in the big dreams and in the daily steps. What fruit we yield is the final evidence of our freedom in Jesus Christ. Connecting these dots is paramount to our experience of true freedom and it takes a renewed understanding of what freedom Jesus really brings. We won't see different behavior in ourselves nor a different response from the world until we stand on this freedom and say no to anything less than the Gospel. The Book of Galatians teaches how yielding our desires to the work of the Holy Spirit within us encourages our faith, sets us free, and results in our lives being sources of change in the world around us. Designed for use with the Galatians Video Study (sold separately).