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Previously published as part of the Spiritual Disciplines Study Series

Christian communities under attack; culture competitive and over-sexualised; marriage and family life breaking down; a confusion of spiritual ideologies grabbing people's attention

The events that took place in Jesus' final week of life are all foundational to our Christian lives and to our salvation. Focusing on these events day by day brings new understanding to who Jesus is and how he loves us.

How does God build character in us? As we read Joseph's story we will find our own place in the journey to seeing God's dreams fulfilled in and through us.

Good news. It was good news not only of Jesus' birth but of what he offered to everyone throughout his ministry. In this study guide you will discover that this message of hope and joy is for you as well.

Christ's resurrection changed everything. When dawn broke on that first Easter morning, the sun rose on an entirely new world. Ten studies from the Old and New Testaments help us to live in the light of the resurrection.

The Bible does teach us how to make decisions. And these 10 studies will help you to learn those principles and apply them to your life.

How do we fill up the empty places in our soul? How can we quench our thirst for something deeper? John urges us to take a fresh look at Jesus and he invites us to renew our faith in the One who promises to be the way to true life.

This is not a guide about the nature of Scripture or how it was put together. It is not even a guide about how to study the Bible, although it is written out of the inductive Bible study model. Rather, it is designed to bring the riches of God's living Word into our lives.

The truth is we all need to be forgiven. The Bible makes it painfully clear that every one of us has built up an enormous debt of sin to God. Christians rejoice in the forgiveness we receive from God, but when we hurt the people we love, how do we go about restoring the relationship?

Broken marriages, shattered friendships, racial divisions, war between nations - we live in a fractured world. How can the pieces be put back together? Studying this book will renew your hope.

In the book of Mark we meet Jesus, the man who is King. He shatters our expectations. He comes to serve and not to be served. He eats with sinners rather than royalty. And his crown is made of thorns. This is the one who calls us to follow him.

Learn from Elijah about living in an increasingly threatening world. A series of 8 studies for small groups or individuals from the bestselling LifeBuilder range.

Across the centuries and throughout the world, the Apostles' Creed has united Christians in affirming the basic beliefs of the faith. Even though it was not actually written by the apostles, the Apostles' Creed summarises the apostolic teaching about the gospel.

Using a psalm for each study, this guide will help you in the difficult journey of grieving a loss, whether it's the loss of a loved one, a marriage, a job or a home.

From abject slavery to glorious liberation, the story of Exodus tells it all. Israel's exodus is also a model for every Christian's exodus from the enslaving power of sin. Jesus Christ is the Passover lamb who brings his people out of slavery to worship God. Discover all this and more over 24 studies in the book of Exodus.

The Christian life begins with a step of faith. But that first step of faith is just the beginning; it leads to a walk of obedience and trust and holiness. This study guide - through sessions in the Gospels and the Epistles - explores what it means to follow Jesus. It's an exciting, challenging adventure!

The book of Joshua reads like an exciting novel and through it all we see God's faithfulness and power. This study will help us to persevere in our own daily battles, arming us with the powerful weapons we need - God's promises.

Paul's contentment was neither dependent on circumstances nor changed by difficulty. In his brief letter to the Philippians, Paul teaches us how to live joyfully in every situation.

What is the kingdom of God? It's neither a place nor a people nor a future state - though it can include any of these. Essentially, it's about the dynamic of God's Kingship and how that's applied to our world and our lives. It's important that we understand it - not only is it a theme that stretches from Genesis to Revelation but it was the topic Jesus most often taught about.

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.

What does it mean to seek first the kingdom in our relationships, values, ambitions, finances and commitment to God?

Lydia shows us how to influence the people around us. Elizabeth's life challenges us to care for others. Other women like Herodias and Sapphira warn us against turning away from God toward bitterness and dishonesty. In meeting each of these women, you will grow deeper in your understanding of what it means to be a disciple.

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

The world encourages us to love ourselves, believe in ourselves, and tell ourselves that we are beautiful, wonderful, intelligent and capable.

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

We are called to four great loves: to love God; to love God's Word; to love God's people; to love God's purposes in the world. It is both an awesome task and a glorious opportunity that God promises to equip us for.

Many Bible studies of the book of Ruth focus on the life and character of Ruth herself. Ruth takes a more comprehensive view of the book as a whole.

We pray for our own needs and for the needs of others. We pray in the face of conflict, and we pray for forgiveness. And we can learn how to pray by praying and being prayed for by others.

Nine studies for individuals or small groups based on the most loved part of the Bible. T