Recommended Studies for Groups

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- Bible Studies -


20/30 Bible Study for Young Adults
Eleven studies on different topics

Adult Bible Studies series
This quarterly study (thirteen lessons) presents stimulating lessons that explore the biblical message and how to apply it to daily life.

Becoming the People of God
Six studies that examine specific social issues as they relate to Scripture and daily life by studying the Social Principles of The United Methodist Church.

Companions in Christ
This series offers groups a powerfully transforming experience in spiritual formation. All resources in the series explore classic spiritual practices, and invite participants to develop daily patterns that open their lives to a deepening relationship with God and one another.

Disciple Short-Term Bible Studies
Six different high commitment, indepth Bible studies that include a two-part video segment that guides the session with interpretive presentations from biblical scholars, contextual presentations, and roundtable discussions.

Faith Questions
A series of short-term topical Bible studies on questions of faith and real life.

Living the Good Life Together
Do you want to move beyond discussion? Five studies on these topics: -Attentiveness: Being Present -Forgiveness: Letting Go -Intimacy: Pursuing Love -Discernment: Acting Wisely -Hospitality: Risking Welcome

Living the Questions
A resource collection of progressive video-based studies intended to help create a safe environment where people have permission to ask the questions they've always wanted to ask but have been afraid to voice for fear of being thought a heretic.

What's in the Bible and Why Should I Care ?
This new Bible study series guides participants to find biblical insights into major life questions. Each volume provides easy steps to help readers study the Bible with confidence and find meaning and hope for their lives.

Wesley Ministry Network
Wesley Theological Seminary brings the world’s best theological education to your church. Courses include everything you need including videos by leading scholar/teachers.

- Christian Book Studies -

Surprised by Hope, by N.T. Wright
Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church

The Jesus Way, by Eugene Peterson
A Conversation on the Ways That Jesus Is the Way

Who Will Be Saved?, by Will Willimon

A Generous Orthodoxy, by Brian McLaren
Why I Am a Missional, Evangelical, Post/Protestant, Liberal/Conservative, Mystical/Poetic, Biblical...

Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White, by Adam Hamilton
Thoughts on Religion, Morality, and Politics

Blue Like Jazz, by Donald Miller
Can You Love A God Who Doesn't Make Sense?

Messy Spirituality, by Mike Yacconelli

Spirituality for Extroverts
and Tips for Those Who Love Them

Red Letter Christians, by Tony Campolo
A Citizen's Guide to Faith and Politics

- Women's Studies -


Just Wives?
, by Katharine Doob Sakenfeld
Stories Of Power & Survial in the Old Testament & Today

Having a Mary Spirit, by Joanna Weaver
Allowing God to Change Us from the Inside Out

Stories Behind Women of Extraordinary Faith,by Ace Collins

When You Come Unglued, Stick Close to God,by Patricia Wilson

Traveling Mercies, by Anne Lamott
Some Thoughts on Faith

- Video Based Studies -

Christianity's Family Tree, by Adam Hamilton
What Other Christians Believe and Why

Christianity and World Religions, by Adam Hamilton
Wrestling with Questions People Ask

Confronting the Controversies, by Adam Hamilton
Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues

Bluefish TV series
Bluefish TV works with gifted communicators like Erwin McManus, Chip Ingram, Louie Giglio, Leslie Parrott, Greg Matte and Beth Moore to produce relevant video series for adult Bible study, Sunday School, and small groups.



NOOMA series
A compact, concise, innovative short film series that connects real truth with real life. Each 10 to 14 minute film is paired with a study guide that draws our biblical references and discussion questions.

- Marriage Studies -


iMarriage
In this marriage-makeover DVD and study guide, Andy Stanley ’ s three key teachings help you transform your expectations and examine the “ I’ s” of marriage: “ Keeping My ‘ I’ On You, ” “ Putting Your ‘ I’ Out, ” and “ It Takes Three.”

- United Methodist Studies -

John Wesley for the 21st Century

United Methodist Questions, United Methodist Answers
Exploring Christian Faith


Being United Methodist in the Bible Belt

A Theological Survival Guide for Youth, Parents, and Other Confused United Methodists

Three Simple Rules
A Wesleyan Way of Living

- Downloadable Group Studies -

Ask John for login to each site below. All studies are free to download for your group with the church's subscription.


The Thoughful Christian - variety of downloadable studies