Books published by HarperChristian Resources

Who is not in need of a new beginning? Whether it be broken relationships, integrity missteps, or loss, most of us will spend some or much of the next year trying to restore something. The good news is . . . it's never too late for a new beginning.

In this four-session video Bible study, John Mark Comer discusses the power of Satan's lies and encourages believers to take up the armor of spiritual warfare, make a stand, and fight back with God's truth.

Most people have prayed for something or someone in earnest, seeking God's will, only to be left confused by God's response. Sometimes we ask, ';Why would a good God allow bad things to happen to good people?' In Amazed and Confused, Heather Zempel tackles this question head-on by exploring the book of Habakkuk.When the prophet Habakkuk prayed that God would bring change to the backsliding nation of Israel, this issue came to the forefront. Habakkuk begged God for revival and that He would turn the hearts of faithless people back to Him.God's answer to Habakkuk was, ';Take a look at the nations and watch what happens! You will be shocked and amazed' (1:5, The Voice). The vision God gave Habakkuk was one of warfare and exile. How do you respond when God answers your prayers in a way that seems out of line with his character and promises?Amazed and Confused proceeds systematically through the book of Habakkuk, exploring the prophet's prayer, God's response, and the prophet's journey from confusion to worship. This interactive Bible study is the perfect choice for those who are hurting and confused about God's responses to their prayers.Features include:Helpful guidance on a question without an easy answerPractical tools for studying the Minor ProphetsEasy-to-understand, accessible language

The deepest longing of the human heart is to know and be known by God. God longs for an intimate relationship with us as well. But how do we develop that kind of relationship with a holy God? It is one thing to long for such a relationship, but quite another to experience intimacy with Him. In Leaving Ordinary, Donna Gaines shares from her personal experience how prayer can become the channel that links the believer's heart to the heart of God.God gave the pattern of the tabernacle to the Israelites. It was a temporary and portable dwelling for His glory. Through it God taught them how to approach and worship Him before He led them to their rewardthe promised land. Using the tabernacle and its articles as a guide, Donna teaches readers how to interact with God in that secret place of true intimacy that leads to worship. Your ordinary daily practice of prayer can become an extraordinary encounter with the living Lord. Leaving Ordinary is essential reading for anyone who desires to enter into and experience the reality of God's presence.As you read, you will: Explore the tabernacle and discover how it can be a guide for prayer today.Learn how to gain a stronger, more intimate relationship with God.Develop your own personal prayer testimony as you experience His presence.

Equip yourself to fall deeply in love with God's Word through this unique, interactive Bible study. Delving into the book of Ephesians, Dive Deeper is a tool for womenthose who might be satisfied and content with their Bible study and for those who find themselves fearful or numbto d.i.v.e.(define, investigate, visualize, embrace) deeper into the living and active Word of God.Dive Deeper comes from Jenifer Jernigan's heart. As a preacher's daughter, she grew up with some pretty heavy expectations to live up to. Jenifer found herself becoming numb to the things of God because the Bible stories were all too familiar. She longed to break through the serene surface of her safe place and d.i.v.e. deeper into Scripture. She wanted to fall in love with the stories she knew so well. Over time, Jenifer learned to do just that. Her unique Bible study method is shared in this one-of-a-kind study. Dive Deeper takes readers by the hand and jumps with them into the exhilarating waters of Bible study.Features include:Personal, easy-to-understand languageHelpful tips for Bible study beginnersUseful tools to encourage familiarity of the Bible, its contents, and study helpsScripture from the book of Ephesians

Whether you are a Christian, a doubter, or someone exploring the Bible for the first time, in this six-session video study bestselling author Dan Kimball guides you step-by-step in how to make sense of the most misunderstood, difficult, and disturbing Bible passages related to women, science, violence, slavery, and world religions.

In Who Are You Following?, Sadie Robertson Huff reminds you that God calls you to follow Him to feel known and loved, and not depend on what those around you think or say about us.

In this five-session video Bible study, bestselling author Bob Goff draws on stories from his life to show how we can defeat discouragement and recapture joy in life as followers of Christ.

In this revised and updated 30-lesson study guide, Dr. Charles Stanley guides readers through 30 Life Principles found in God's Word that have shaped and changed his life. God has given these principles to guide, comfort, instruct, and teach us how to live triumphant Christian lives. When we open His Word and begin to study these truths, we gain hope for the future and fresh insights into His promises and blessings. We find that life doesn't have to be a constant struggleit can be an exciting adventure! This begins with us studying the Bible so we can learn about God, know His ways, and follow His awesome plan for our future.Each lesson includes:Key Scripture: The main verse or passage on which the principle is basedLife's Questions: A brief teaching from Dr. Stanley that unpacks the principleWhat the Bible Says: Bible study questions to help readers explore the principleWhat It Means: Key takeaways to put into practiceLife Examples: Practical questions to help readers apply the principleLiving the Principle: A closing teaching on how to live out the principleLife Lessons to Remember: A summary of the takeaways for the lessonThis revised and updated edition includes new Bible study and reflection questions and a new leader's guide to aid groups in going through the material together.

In this six-session video study, Randy Frazee and Phil Collins lead introduce participants to several tried-and-tested practices for engaging with Scripture and experiencing the presence of God in a fresh new way.

In this six-session video study, Randy Frazee and Phil Collins lead introduce participants to several tried-and-tested practices for engaging with Scripture and experiencing the presence of God in a fresh new way.

Become a daily Bible reader, attentive to the mind of God.In the New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series, widely respected biblical scholar Scot McKnight reveals the newness and activeness of God's Word as it works in our everyday lives. His unique approach to Bible study combines sound theology with relevant pastoral wisdom. Each volume of this series provides:Original Meaning: Brief, precise expositions of the biblical text and offers a clear focus for the central message of each passage.Fresh Interpretation: Brings the passage alive with fresh images and what it means to follow King Jesus.Practical Application: Biblical connections and questions for reflection and application for each passage.Ideal for personal reflection or group study, Acts will help you see God in the biblical context so you can hear from God in your context. Luke's account of the early church in the book of Acts shines a light on our purpose today.Scot McKnight shows how we are called by God to participate in God's mission in the world to redeem it through Jesus Christ. He'll walk you and your group through Acts with Scripture passages (sometimes translated from the original by McKnight himself), reflection questions, pastoral insights, and ideas for putting God's words into action.

In this updated five-session video Bible study, bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado unpacks the meaning behind John 3:16, one of the most beloved verses in the entire Bible.

In this four-session video-based small group Bible study, bestselling author Eric Metaxas helps you discover the major themes of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's writing and speaking and how he not only helped transform an entire faith community in Germany during World War II, but continues to impact the Christian faith of people throughout the world today.

In The Case for Faith Revised Study Guide, a revised, six-session small group Bible study, you and your group discuss hard questions and the most common objections to the Christian faith, based on video teaching from The Case for Faith Revised: A DVD Study.

I'll be happy after: the promotion the new house the next vacation a different car you fill in the blank. Why is a contented, satisfied life so evasive? What deep hungers drive the out of control accumulation, reckless purchasing habits, and crazy consumer lifestyle for so many of us? And why are we often driven more by what our neighbors own than what will truly make us happy?Filmed at biblically significant historical sites in Turkey and Greece and in the United States, this six-session, video-based Bible study provides an inspiring and transformative vision for living a deeply contented life in the midst of our consumer-driven, materialistic, and often shallow culture. Pastor Jeff Manion weaves masterful contemporary storytelling with rich biblical, historical, and cultural background, revealing the similarities between the struggles of today's culture with that of the New Testament churches.Satisfied explores the way in which the messages to the New Testament churches were received by the original readers and how these passages can alter the way we view wealth, accumulation, and ultimate contentment today.This study guide contains video notes, individual or group reflection questions, and between-session personal projects enhancing your journey through each of the video sessions, taught by Jeff Manion.Sessions include:The School of ContentmentComparisonIdentity ShiftThe Challenge of AffluenceThe Generous HeartThe InvitationDesigned for use with the Satisfied: A DVD Study 9780310694557 (sold separately).

In the beginning, God created Adam. Then he made Eve.And ever since we've been picking up the pieces.Loveology is a theology of love from God's point of view. The five sessions start with God's design for marriage and works backward, dealing with sexuality, romance, singleness, and what it means to be male and female. Pastor and writer John Mark Comer shares about what is right in male/female relationshipswhat God intended in the Garden. And about what is wrongthe fallout in a post-Eden world.The Loveology video-based Bible study (DVD/digital video sold separately) is for anyone who wants to learn what the Scriptures have to say about sexuality and relationships and for people who want to ask the why questions and get intelligent, grace-and-truth answers.As you walk through this five-week study, you will come to better understand what God fully intended back in the garden. By comprehending the brilliance behind God's original plan for love and marriage and sex and romanceif we can redefine that fuzzy, amorphous, confusing word ';love' and look at it through the lens of Jesusyour marriages and relationships will be radically altered as a result.This study guide contains video notes, individual or group reflection questions, and between session personal applications to enhance your journey through the video study.Sessions include:LoveMarriageSexRomanceSinglenessDesigned for use with Loveology Video Study 9780310688389 (sold separately).