All Blog Posts Tagged 'bible' (27)

Leading a Bible study this fall? Check out Leading in Faith!

Leading in Faith is a new DVD series designed to help leaders of all experience levels lead Bible study. Whether you've been leading a Bible study for several years, or if this will be your first time leading one, Leading in Faith provides insights, ideas and tips for successful facilitation and guided discussion within a small group setting. You can find out more about this series here. You c… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on September 10, 2009 at 10:47am — No Comments

Receive a free Bible study leader guide when you attend a Book of Faith webinar!

If you're planning a Bible study for the fall, or looking for some new ideas, a Book of Faith Bible studies webinar is a great way to find out about all the new resources available. These web seminars will introduce you to three new Bible study series, supporting resources for worship and preaching, as well as give you a sneak peek at what's ahead for Advent. Webinars are free, and you can attend them from your home or office. All you need is a computer connected to the internet and a phone. Be… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on September 4, 2009 at 9:02am — No Comments

Peter Mayer sheet music available for God's Standard or Gold Standard Bible study

Peter Mayer, composer and contributor to God's Standard or Gold Standard? (a Together in Faith Bible study), has composed three original songs to accompany this study. These are now available for download here. (They're in PDF form and they're free!) Also accompanying the God's Standard… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on August 26, 2009 at 5:29pm — 6 Comments

New Bible Studies: Together in Faith

Introducing a new Book of Faith Bible study series: Together in Faith. These studies connect small group with worship through themes and Lectionary readings. These flexible studies are excellent for congregations doing Lectionary-based or thematic worship. Find out more about the available studies here. Looking for preaching and worship helps? Check out the free downloadable… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on July 16, 2009 at 4:35pm — No Comments

Curious about new Book of Faith resources? Here's your chance to learn more!

Augsburg Fortress is hosting free webinars on Tuesday, July 14th at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., and on Thursday, July 16th at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (all are Central Time). We will share information about three new Bible study series designed to support the Book of Faith Initiative. Join us and learn about the resources, preview lesson content, and ask us your questions! You can check out the webinar schedule and register here. Space is… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on July 8, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Join the Conversation. In Person. Celebrate the Word of God.

Attend the Book of Faith Jubilee Aug. 14-16 at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minn. Through inspiring keynote speakers, practical workshops, and conversational dinners, The Book of Faith Jubilee provides skills, resources, contacts, and encouragement for participants in order to lead congregational and community renewal in reading the Bible. To see more information, ask questions, and register, visit the Jubilee’s Ning group page,… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on June 12, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Ascension: a tall tale

This past week liturgical churches observed Ascension, the festival that commemorates Jesus… Continue

Added by Doug Kings on May 27, 2009 at 10:28am — No Comments

New Children's Bibles from Augsburg Fortress

Augsburg Fortress has just published two new Bibles for children - the Spark Story Bible for ages 2-grade 2 and the Spark Bible (NRSV) for grades 3-6. These age-appropriate Bibles are excellent resources to build a foundation of Biblical literacy. Samples can be downlo… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on May 14, 2009 at 8:51am — 4 Comments

LUTHERAN STUDY BIBLE as #1 Resource

LUTHERAN STUDY BIBLE as #1 recommendation It may be a no brainer but I've been struck the last several weeks as I've recommended LSB to both pastors and lay leaders. It's about as fine a way to engage people in small group studies, women's/men's groups, adult education on Sunday, and individual use as we have. Part of this is that it's so accessible, non-threatening, and packed with basic tools/information that inspire confidence and curiosity. I can't imagine a better way to "open scripture." T… Continue

Added by Julie K. Aageson on April 24, 2009 at 2:58pm — 1 Comment

New Bible Studies are Coming...

Augsburg Fortress will be offering several new Bible studies this summer--all designed to support the Book of Faith Initiative! Curious to find out more? Join us at a FREE webinar and find out about all the new ways to open Scripture and join the conversation! Webinars will be offered during the following dates and times. Click the links below, or check out the Augsburg Fortress webinar schedule to sign up!… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on April 3, 2009 at 2:24pm — 2 Comments

Psalm 107 - God Gives and Takes

Grab a Bible or web-bible (try bible.crosswalk.com) and read all of Psalm 107 in a single sitting (it's too long to paste here). Now, how do you feel about God? My thoughts (for what they're worth). In verse 12 "he used suffering to humble them"... was he the efficient cause or just taking advantage of the situation caused by their sinfulness. Either way, the outcome was good, but it's still hard to swallow a God that causes suffering whether it's true or not. Later verses, like 33-35 clarify… Continue

Added by Nate Porter on March 18, 2009 at 10:41pm — No Comments

Celebrating Women of Christianity

After 35 years of being a Christian, I finally decided to challenge myself with a Bible Study. I attended a couple hosted by PJ (our pastor) and I found that I enjoyed studying and asking questions. They inspired discussion and I was amazed at how closely events of the Bible paralleled events of today. I began to study women of the Bible on my own, posting the studies in blogs. PJ then challenged me with the option of leading a Bible study covering the same topic (and he put up race for BBQ, as… Continue

Added by Bobbie Steinhauer on March 10, 2009 at 12:53pm — 1 Comment

Lutheran Study Bible - Now Available!

That's right - Lutheran Study Bible is now available! If you preordered your copies of this exciting new Bible, it should be arriving at your location within the next several days! Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on March 3, 2009 at 7:58pm — 2 Comments

Praise God for More Questions than Answers

Praise God for More Questions than Answers Over the past couple of months I have had the pleasure of leading a Women of the Bible Study with a small group of brilliant women in my church. There are teachers, students, professionals, moms, daughters, sisters, wives and girlfriends. We gather each week to discuss one or two women in the Old Testament. We consider them in the context of their time in history. We reflect on them as human beings; being gifted and flawed, being loved and hated. We l… Continue

Added by Bobbie Steinhauer on February 16, 2009 at 4:42pm — 1 Comment

New Conversation Area: Other Resources for Bible Study

We've started a new category in our Conversations area--'Other Resources for Bible Study'. Here, you can recommend or share your thoughts on resources not developed by the initiative that you have found particularly helpful in your own personal or communal study of the Bible. There is so much great stuff out there; we're excited to hear what you have to share! Click here to start or join a conver… Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on February 16, 2009 at 1:53pm — 1 Comment

Bible Shopping

The initial idea for this blog involved me sitting on the floor of a Barnes & Noble surrounded by all of the different versions of the Bible. I would be touching the pages, being inspired by the words and the writing, sipping my chai. I’m sure something inspirational would be playing in the background. As life would have it, things have worked out a bit differently. With the cost of gas, I don’t get up to Barnes & Noble as often as I used to. When I am up there I’m often rushed or looki… Continue

Added by Bobbie Steinhauer on January 12, 2009 at 12:50pm — No Comments

New Video: Is the Bible True?

In this video, David Lose of Luther Seminary discusses how fantastic stories or inconsistent accounts in Scripture can lead us to the temptation of proving the Bible is true. He contends that the truth of the Bible can be seen in its ability to change lives. Watch the video here. Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on December 23, 2008 at 10:48am — No Comments

New Video: How is the Bible True?

In this video, David Lose of Luther Seminary discusses how truth can be conveyed through stories, and that particularly through stories in the Bible, we find truth about God, ourselves and our world. Watch it here. Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on December 16, 2008 at 9:56am — 1 Comment

Friday Featured Conversation

Do you have a passage of scripture that is challenging or evokes strong feelings, either positively or negatively? Share your own story here. Continue

Added by Book of Faith Social Network on November 7, 2008 at 7:00am — No Comments

Rebekah, Was it worth the nose ring?

Genesis 24; 25: 19-34; 26:1-28 Rebekah probably means “Loop” or “Tie” The first verse that required a double take on my part was the binding of the promise made by Abraham’s servant to Abraham. It’s not a pinky swear or a spit shake, it is a “Put your hand under my thigh and I will make you swear by the Lord, the God of heaven and earth, that you will not get a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I live,” (Gen. 24: 3) Abraham wants his servant to put his hand where?… Continue

Added by Bobbie Steinhauer on October 29, 2008 at 7:00am — No Comments

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