The End of the Beginning (Luke 19–24)

  • Des Smith

8 interactive Bible studies for small groups and individuals on Luke 19–24.

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"I desire mercy..."

  • Sandy Grant
  • 21 August 2015

We’re preaching through Hosea at our church, and studying it mid-week in our Bible studies and youth groups. My group and I grappled with Hosea 6:6. In the NIV it reads “For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings”.

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Discernment in our times

  • Dani Treweek
  • 11 June 2018

Discernment is a discipline that Scripture calls us to intentionally cultivate and exercise. How do we bring this discipline into our reactions in the public square?

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The Victory of the Lamb (Revelation)

  • Des Smith

10 studies on the book of Revelation in the popular Pathway Bible Guides format.

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The art of biblical interpretation: A covenant book

  • John McClean
  • 14 August 2015

In the ancient world, a covenant established a relationship of solidarity and loyalty. It was based on solemn promises, sealed with signs, and often regulated by a covenant document (the book of Deuteronomy is the fullest example in the Bible). The covenant document came from the lord of the covenant, stating who he was and how the relationship with his people had been established, and giving the conditions of the relationship.

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Disciple-making ministry tip: Don't count sheep!

  • Shirley Mainstone
  • 10 August 2015

Many older people—and some younger ones too—have difficulty sleeping right through the night, spending hours or minutes trying to go to sleep. Many years ago, I was discussing insomnia with Dr Paul White, the famous “Jungle Doctor”. He stated, “If I can’t sleep, I don’t count sheep, I talk to the Shepherd.” The idea fascinated me, as a very frustrating time could then be used for something worthwhile.

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Song of Solomon (Matthias Bible Guide)

  • Kamina Wüst
  • 7 March 2024

Old Testament scholar Kamina Wüst takes us deep inside the Song of Solomon, a mysterious, evocative and sometimes neglected part of Scripture.

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Ten misconceptions about practising hospitality

  • Tara Sing
  • 10 July 2017

One of the marks of a Christian is practising hospitality. Whenever it’s mentioned in the New Testament, it is assumed as a staple part of the Christian life. However, lots of people don’t show hospitality to others.

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Is there such a thing as a nominal Catholic?

  • Mark Gilbert
  • 13 June 2018

People from a Catholic or Orthodox background do not think about people being nominal; it is a very Protestant way of thinking.

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What prize are we trying to win?

  • Adrian Russell
  • 4 August 2015

In 1 Corinthians 9:24, the Apostle Paul urges Christians: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it.” I have often heard people explain this verse as an exhortation to strive hard for salvation, to endure in faith, to persevere in love, to remain steadfast in hope, and take hold of the prize—eternal life.

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