Song of Solomon Study

5 out of 5
Chris has videos (VHS), but would recommend purchase of newer version.

 

We have done this study everywhere we have lived and it has left a lasting impression on us and those that participate in the study. Great for married young and old. The study watches this godly couple in Song of Solomon go through attraction, dating, courtship, conflict, and commitment. This study can be good for singles too in what to look for in a godly spouse - however, it can get a little steamy in parts. Song of Solomon is a must for those engaged to be married! Tommy Nelson does a great job in teaching/understanding this book and depicting the culture/times that this book was written in. 

It comes with a study guide which would be a must for a leader. There is also a book that covers much of the same material called, "The Book of Romance." However, I would highly recommend studying with the video series, it makes this tend-to-be subject much more palatable. 

Leaders you can also listen to an almost entire version on podcast, but personally, I think the videos are still better. 

-Chris

The Truth for Today Commentary Series

The Truth for Today commentary series is the Church of Christ's first multi-author collection of commentaries being written the the intention of covering the entire Bible.  This series is in progress by many commentaries are already available.  Most volumes cover their particular book of the Bible, sometimes a couple of smaller book at a time, using the New American Standard Bible.  I have studied through several of these and always found them full of textually based, top-notch exegesis and sound research.  At the end of each Bible chapter that is covered are sections that address topical considerations found in the text and some suggestions for group discussions or sermons.  Many of the volumes have associated study guide pdfs which are freely available on their website: Resource Publications.  I have used the 2 volumes of a chronological study of the Life of Christ, 2 volumes of the book of Acts, and the volume on Ezekiel to develop both Sunday morning classes as well as discussion oriented smaller groups.  I highly recommend each of those as well as the 2 volume set on Revelation which does an outstanding job of putting the text in context and not going to so many of the extreme interpretations we see today causing so much angst and worry.  The following volumes would be available if anyone would like to borrow them. 

Exodus
Ezekiel
vol 1 & 2 of the Life of Christ
vol 1 & 2 of Acts
Colossians & Philemon
vol 1 & 2 of Revelation

I am currently studying through volumes 1 & 2 of Matthew.  Those may be available as well if I complete my study. 

-- Eric K. Baxter



God Heard Their Cry

5 out of 5
Church has this resource
Would recommend all of this series for church

This is an excellent study with a truly unique look into the Bible, culture of the Hebrews and Egyptians. This is a great look at God's grand story for the Hebrew nation. Awesome parallels to us today. The workbook that goes with it is very good - very in depth, but very good. One nice thing about this study, is that you can make it a very "meaty" study or just a beginners overview of the Exodus story. Highly recommend this with the next series, "Fire on the Mountain."

Much of the previews, even some of the videos are on youtube. God Heard Their Cry

-Chris

Do Fish Know They're Wet Study

3 out of 5
Church has copy of book in library

This book is from one of the collaborators of The Truth Project. It is a quick review of the similar topics of a Biblical Worldview. Do Fish Know They're Wet Can lead to some good discussions- the facilitator just needs to make sure the discussion stays on track by referencing what the Bible says. The book has these references, but it is easy to get into the "woe is the world/culture" mentality. Recognizing the culture we are in and combat it with a Biblical Worldview.

-Chris

Cooking for others Service Project

 

After our current study we are going too all cook some meals together, kids n'all. We wanted something that the kids could participate in too. We are all getting together one night and making multiple meals together, then each family in the group will deliver the meal to someone in need (as a family).

We will discuss as a group giving to others, and stress the importance of giving to others with the kids. Have a giving devotional....

Visionary Parenting

4 out of 5
Church has copy of these DVD's (Chris may have them)
 

Take a peek at Visionary Families . There are some previews of this study there. This is a practical, hands on look at parenting form a way God has designed. A good review for mature Christians - and very well could be a life changing study for new parents or new Christian parents or Grandparents.


Study can be done with book or DVD's. Both offer the same material - the book and DVD's can be used together. There are a couple of nuggets of info offered in the DVD that are not offered in the book.
Chris has the DVD's if interested. Books may need to be purchased individually (end of chapters are in workbook format). 

Amazon link to Visionary Parenting

-Chris