The word is very near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it… I have set before you today life and death, blessing and cursing Therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live
from "My Heart Stands in Awe of Your Word; Jane Hansen Reads her Favorite Scriptures" (paraphrased from NKJV)Buy the CD
Who was Jesus? We don't have to wonder who Jesus was or how we're supposed to feel about Him because the Bible very clearly tells us everything we need to know to come to a right conclusion. Chinese Translation
Do you believe that God doesn’t care about you as a woman? Many years ago in another country, there lived a woman much like you. Her story is recorded in the Bible. This is what it says… Arabic Translation, Chinese Translation
When we are born again, we know we are saved from sin. But is that all being saved means? You may be surprised to learn that it means many more things. This Bible study will look at some of the more important ones. Russian Translation
As a Christian, have you ever wished for more spiritual power in your life? More power to resist sin? More power to tell others about Jesus? You don't have to just go on wishing. Spiritual power is available to all Christians. Arabic Translation, Russian Translation
Did you know that God has written a whole series of love letters to us, telling and showing us how much He loves us? In the Bible, God shares how much He loves us and how much He knows about us, too. Russian Translation
In this study, we will take a fresh look at The Lord's Prayer. Like the disciples, we, too, need help and encouragement to be effective women of prayer. If we approach this familiar prayer as eager and teachable children discovering something new, we'll be surprised at how much the Holy Spirit will show us through it. Arabic Translation, Russian Translation
The theme of forgiveness runs through the Bible. Only Christianity gives us a picture of God's all-encompassing love and His desire for complete restoration. In this study, we will look at forgiveness from both God's and man's point of view and see why we must always forgive.
The Bible describes the Christian's growth and development in much the same way as fruit is grown and harvested. Once we discover God's plan for us to become fruitful Christians, we can understand how important it is to grow the fruit of the Spirit.
Do you believe in healing? When we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, healing - physical, emotional, and spiritual - both for ourselves and the people we pray for - is part of the salvation package we receive from God. Arabic Translation
The Body of Christ consists of believers in all denominations from every area and race of the world who believe in Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord. In this study we will learn about the birth of the Christian Church.
We live in a time when people are fascinated by angels. We have much angelic literature that is a combination of mythology, beliefs from pagan religions, and New Age thinking all of which in not only confusing, but is far from what Scripture teaches. Let us explore the Scriptural teachings.
In the first half of this study, we learned that angels are ministering servants to God's people. Now we shall see how they ministered to Jesus and those associated with Him and to the Early Church. Their intervention possibly changed the whole history of Christianity.
The blood of Jesus! We talk about it. We sing about it. We use the words in our affirmations and in our prayers. But do we really understand why these precious words have such an important place in the Christian faith.
No Christian need live in confusion about the End Times. Scattered throughout the BIble are descriptions of the last days of Planet Earth. For those willing to study, the Bible describes the end times and the return of Jesus for His Church.
Only two books in the Bible – Esther and Ruth – are named for women. These inspiring books tell the stories of two young women whose lives played an important role in Israel’s history. In this study, we will look at the book of Ruth.
In the first part of this study we learned how Esther became queen of the most powerful ruler of this era and how the deeds of one evil man almost resulted in the annihilation of the Jews in the Persian Empire. In Part 2 we will see how two Jews, Mordecai and Esther, thwarted his evil plans.
God has chosen to make faith one of the foundation stones of our relationship with him. But how much do we truly understand about faith? In this study, we hope to answer questions you may have about this vital subject.
In the first part of our study we learned that our faith is so important to God that He has wrapped our spiritual life and all his promises in it. In this section, we will look at more ways we can add to our faith as well as other important lessons Scripture has to teach us about faith.
To fast has traditionally meant to abstain from all or certain foods. Fasting has been practiced for specific reasons by God's people since ancient times: for repentance, for guidance, for sorrow and grief. Jesus, the Bread of Life, is our spiritual food in times of spiritual hunger. Portuguese Translation
In the first part of this study, we looked at the history of fasting in the Bible and discussed some of the reasons Christians and Jews have fasted through the ages. In this part, we will continue to look at additional reasons. Portuguese Translation
Because of Adam and Eve's sin and the resulting separation from God, worry and anxiety have become a natural part of the human condition. But what do we do then with the Bible's command to not be anxious about anything? How we can do this is the focus of this study.
In Part 1 of this study we looked at some of the reason the human race is plagued with worry and anxiety. In this second half, we will learn how we can be victorious over these debilitating emotions.
Friendship is one of our most beautiful and intimate relationships. Only with a friend can we share our lives, our hopes, and our joys. It is often difficult to have a true friend. Fortunately, there is One who wants to be our friend. Let's see what friendship with God entails.
How do you see your singleness: Do you consider it to be a blessing? Or do you see it as a curse? Do you feel God couldn't possible understand what it's like to be single, or He'd never impose singleness on people? Perhaps you'll be surprised to learn that God has a very different perspective about singleness.
In the first part of our study, we looked at the ministry of John the Baptist, Mary, the mother of Jesus, Jesus and Paul. In this study, we will consider Mary Magdalene, the woman of Samaria, and Mary and Martha of Bethany.
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God is no respecter of persons and He values women every bit as much as He does men. If we will carefully search Scripture, we find that regardless of culture, social or economic conditions, God is constantly revealing His love and concern for women.
In our first lesson, we saw how God's choice of women is an indication of the importance He places on them. In this lesson, we will begin to look more closely at His attitude towards different kinds of women or women in different roles and situations.
In this lesson, we will see Jesus' compassion as He related to people, particularly women who were sick, both physically and emotionally.
Throughout the ages, society in general has given very little place or status for women who are not under the protection of a husband, son or other male relative. God, however, has mercy, and He always incorporated provision into His law for their care.
Who is this mysterious Person, Power, Force, we call the Holy Spirit? For many Christians He remains a mystery. In this study we hope to help you see Who this member of the Trinity is and what He does.
In the first lesson, we learned that the Holy Spirit has been active in the world since creation. This study continues with the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus and how He empowered Jesus for His ministry.
In the first two lessons, we studied the work of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament and in the life of Jesus. In this lesson we will see how the Holy Spirit works in the life of the believer today, empowering, equipping, and strengthening him.
One of our favorite accounts in the Bible is the creation story - the drama of our beginnings - both the earth's and ours personally. We love to read the story of how God created the world and all that's in it. It also shows us how God is always willing to give us a second chance.
In the first part of this study, we learned how God created the earth and mankind, and we also saw the beginnings of Satan and how he corrupted Adam and Eve. In this section, we will see other beginnings in the history of mankind.
The Bible tells us that God wants all of us to be intercessors. Intercession is simply one form of prayer. In this study, we hope to take some of the mystery out of intercession and show you how to become the intercessor God wants you to be. Russian Translation, Portuguese Translation
In the first part of this study, we learned that God wants all of us to be intercessors - to cooperate with Him in bringing His plans to fruition. In this second part, we will show you what else the Bible teaches to make us successful intercessors. Russian Translation, Portuguese Translation
Next to Israel, Iraq is the nation most often mentioned in the Bible. Our newspapers are filled with articles about Iraq because of current world events. Considering the significance of Iraq can only make us wonder what God has planned for this country.
Terah, a descendant of Noah was the father of Abram (Abraham). They lived in UR, which was in southern Iraq. Eventually they settled in Haran. We will continue our study of the significance of Iraq by examining the stories of Abraham and other Biblical characters.
Although scientists and other religions have complex theories about the creation of the world, the Bible explains it succintly. In this study we will learn how Jesus created the world and also makes us a new creation through salvation.
All of the people Jesus touched were not "notorious sinners". In this half of the study we will look at others whom Jesus "re-created".
Jesus used many different analogies to describe Himself. In John, we find the seven I AMs: I AM; the bread of life; the light of the world; the good shepherd; the true vine; the resurrection and the life; and the way, the truth, and the life. Today we will focus on the I AM, and the Bread of Life.
In the first part of this study, we looked at the significance of the name I AM, the name the Jews recognized as God's name and the name Jesus used to identify Himself as being God. In this part of the study we will look at a second name, the Bread of Life.
There are nearly 500 references in the Bible to joy or rejoicing. Many of these words express exceeding gladness, boasting, exulting, shouting and even jumping for joy. God wants us to be joyful - and to express it.
In the first part of this study, we looked at both the characteristics of joy and what hinders us from obtaining it. In this half, we want to see why God encourages us to have faith and is grieved by our grumbling and complaining.
The picture of the ever-faithful shepherd who meets all our needs is a familiar one to Christians. Shepherding has played an important role in the life and economy of the Israelites since the days of Adam and Eve. Portuguese Translation
In the first part of this study, we concentrated on the shepherd. In the second part, we want to better see the relationship between the shepherd and his sheep, how he cares and protects the flock, even at the cost of his own life. Portuguese Translation
Who hasn't thrilled over Jesus' awe-inspiring miracles in the New Testament? Because their recounting is a part of our culture, many are familiar with them, even non-Christians. In this study we will try to bring perspective to them and understand their purpose in Jesus' ministry.
In the first part of this study, we reviewed the reasons why Jesus performed miracles. In the next two parts we will look at many of the miracles themselves.
In the previous part, we began looking at some of the miracles Jesus performed: physical healing, displaying His power over natural events, and casting out demons. We continue that study in this part.
God wants His people to know Him intimately. One way He does this is through revealing His many names, each with a particular meaning. Throughout the ages we see Him giving His people a fuller revelation of Himself, finally culminating in the perfect revelation, Jesus Christ.
We have already seen many of the faces of God. We have seen him as Creator, as a faithful God who wants His creation to love Him, as the God who is sufficient, and as a God of provision. We continue our study in Part 2.
God has given us a revelation of Himself through His many names. We will continue this study in Part 3.
To understand what the Bible means when it speaks of our authority in Christ, it is necessary for us to fully understand who Christ is, who He was before He was born on earth, what His sacrificial death accomplished, and what he is doing today. Portuguese Translation
In the first part of this study, we looked at several aspects of Jesus' authority. In this second half, we will look at the principle of delegated authority and how it applies to us. Portuguese Translation
As Christians, we are engaged in a spiritual war between Jesus and His armies and that of Satan and his hordes. Jesus, as our commander, has provided us with the weapons and armor necessary for war. Our duty is to pick them up and put them on. Portuguese Translation
In the first section of this study, we began to look at the armor and weapons the Christian soldier's commander equips him with. In this part of the study, we will look at the rest of his equipment. Portuguese Translation
People are rediscovering that praise and worship draws them closer to God. In their newfound intimacy with the Lord, they begin to change into the kind of people he wants His followers to be. Wouldn't we all like that to happen in our lives?
Pride has been defined as the "sin of an uplifted heart against God and man". In this study, we will examine what the Bible has to say about pride and how God views it.
In the first part of our study on pride, we concentrated on its ugliness and God's attitude toward it. In this next section, we will look at humility, the opposite of pride.
In the first part of this study, we learned that God gives us His promises to equip us for living a victorious Christian life - and that He moves in this world through His promises. In the second half of this study, we will look at our part in seeing God's promises fulfilled.
Good relationships include freedom. God gives us free will, but He also gives us the tools we need to help us be obedient to Him. The effects of sin make us capable of many evil characteristics and deeds. Let's see what Jesus had to say about this subject.
Today, a shocking number of people, including Christians, do not believe in an actual devil. That's exactly what Satan wants us to do. Such a belief leaves him at liberty to bring his evil and destruction into the world, enabling him to oppose and harass the followers of our Lord.
We live in a world which conducts business as usual against the backdrop of a fierce war waging between two kingdoms—Christ's kingdom of light and Satan's kingdom of darkness. It is a war in which we Christians have an important role to play.
In Part I of Spiritual Warfare we learned that we are all soldiers in the Lord's army and that our job is to enforce Jesus' victory over Satan which he won by his death on the cross. In Part 2 we will look at the authority and weapons every Christian possesses.
In Parts 1 and 2 of Spiritual Warfare, we learned that we are soldiers in the Lord's army. In Part 3 we will look at some important principles of spiritual warfare and at examples of warfare taken from the Old Testament to see how they apply to our spiritual warfare today.
The words tempting and testing are frequently used interchangeably in the Bible. However, temptation is usually used in the concept of sin, while testing is used with the idea of God proving or trying our faith and obedience.
Aspectos práticos da vida de uma mulher cristã. (God's Daughter - Portuguese Translation Only)
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As members of a fallen race, we are quick to judge ourselves and declare a guilty verdict. The Bible, however, gives us an entirely different picture of those who are in Christ. Only when we understand this picture, will we understand what Jesus did for us when He died on the cross, and live the victorious life He planned for us.
In Part 1, we learned some of the wonderful benefits that are the heritage of those who are in Christ. In Part 2, we'll look at more of the incredible blessings we receive when we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior.
Why is Jesus so special that He can claim He is the only way that leads to God? There are many reasons Jesus is so "special." Perhaps the most important one is that He deals with the consequences of sin. Let's look at what the Bible has to say on this subject.
In the first part of this study we looked at some of the reasons why Jesus is the only way to eternal life. We continue by looking at more of the benefits we received by Jesus' death.
Jesus seems to be saying in the Bible that all we have to do is ask and we will receive whatever we ask for. Why then do many of our prayers go unanswered? In this study we will attempt to explain why many of our prayers go unanswered and show how we can receive what we pray for.
In the first part of this study, we considered some of the reasons our prayers are not answered in the way we would like them to be. In this part, we will search for more reasons.
The Bible is not only applicable for today, but it still speaks its life-giving message to believers' hearts and minds. It is essential reading for every Christian. In this study we will look at how the Bible describes itself and why we should read it.
In the first part of this study, we looked at some of the reasons we should read the Bible. In this section, we will continue that study.
Speaking in tongues or praying in the Spirit, both terms for this gift, is mentioned many times in Scripture. Whether you are merely curious about speaking in tongues, whether you are seeking this gift, or whether you are a strong opponent, we invite you to study this important subject with us.
In the first part of our study, we looked at many of the reasons why God has given us the gift of tongues. In this part we continue our study.
If you could ask the Lord for only one gift what would you chooose? Would it be wealth or success? Fame or position? Happiness? Or would you take a page from King Solomon's book and ask for wisdom?