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Community is the eighth in a series of studies that help you establish a strong biblical foundation as a follower of Jesus. In this plan, we look at what the Bible says about the need for Christian community (church) and how you can play your part in forging a strong community with Christians who are different from you.

Godly leaders don’t give in to the culture of self or this world, but take directives only from the true living God and follow the life of His son, Jesus Christ. Christ wants to be at the center of our leadership and development; character, compassion, communication, consideration, consistency, community, and the way we love, care, and serve others. Join us on this 8 day study of godly leadership.

In an information-saturated world, what we crave is community. We all want to belong, to be a part of the team, and to fit in. This series addresses the fact that as followers of Christ, we’re a part of a big community, and we want to let the world in. The power of hospitality is something amazing, and we’re going to see how we can show up for others.

What are you missing if you only read the Bible? We have long recognized that the Bible was written for us, but not to us, and requires us to make efforts to bridge the cultural gap between ourselves as readers and the writers of the ancient world. In this study, we will become aware of yet another gap that we must recognize and factor into our reading: we must bridge the modality gap between the written word and the oral word.

This 7 day devotional will help you with the initial steps of knowing and Following Jesus! Through this study you will discover how to connect with God, pray, worship, read your Bible, be a part of the Church community, grow in your faith and be empowered with The Holy Spirit!

Christians are called to cling to hope. Tearfund, an international humanitarian aid agency, has provided this study with a desire to see individuals and communities unlock their God-given potential.

In a world where we’re often encouraged to shout our opinions and cancel everything else, it’s no wonder we have such a hard time navigating conflict and communication. When we say the wrong thing, or fail to say the right thing, our relationships suffer. But what if there’s a better way to lead? Follow along as we learn how to properly communicate and handle tough conversations.

In this five-day study for couples, we'll explore how to engage in spiritual disciplines in your marriage. Learn how to pray, study God's Word, worship, serve, and experience community together with your spouse and discover how these habits can bless and benefit your marriage in ways you never thought possible!

God has a plan and purpose for your leadership. He can use you no matter where you are or what profession you’re in. But the challenges of leadership are great -- and they become even greater as you move to the next level. This study will help as you rise in leadership to: set your ambitions, develop your strengths, know your purpose, cling to your values and earn followers.

How should we interact with popular culture as followers of Christ? This 4-day plan will help you learn how to view, interpret, and respond to popular culture with a biblical worldview. You’ll learn to dissect messages and worldviews communicated in various media and gain critical thinking skills to help you sift through popular culture to find God’s truth.

In this devotional you will find the wisdom of a man of God who received, directly from Jesus Christ, the knowledge of what it means to be a follower of Christ in different areas of daily life. Christianity is not to be lived within temples but in families, workplaces, and communities. Let us receive these tips and put them into practice to reflect Christ.

Now, more than ever before, the world needs people committed to kindness. This study complements Hal Donaldson's latest book, Your Next 24 Hours , and challenges readers to be a force for good at home, work and in their communities.

There is a lot of talk surrounding community restoration. People will debate differing views. Some churches have panel discussions, and others hold conferences. Some politicians promise new initiatives. But is it all talk? Are there tangible tasks we could do to bring about reform? In this 5-day reading plan, Dr. Tony Evans will give biblical and practical actions the church can take to help restore our communities.

Sometimes we pray for something and feel there are no answers from God. There are things in our lives and hearts that may cause God to not hear our prayers. Join us in a scripture study that highlights key verses to give you confidence and help you remove any hindrances in communication between you and the Lord.

Being creative is an expression of God's image. In the sports movement creativity is paramount considering the diverse cultures and communities involved in the ministry.This study aims to encourage and mentor readers to be creative as they serve. The study is from the bosom of rich experiences gained through pioneering ministry work across continents through sports and play.

Explore sports ministry experience narratives through a cultural lens in this study plan, delving into diverse perspectives, traditions, and contexts to deepen understanding and foster empathy in the modern multicultural communities we live and serve in.

If God has called you into entrepreneurship, then you should know that it's not just business as usual. What if the calling is also about purpose, legacy, and community? This study by MCWEN Founder, Andrena Sawyer, provides practical insights and encouragement for women to be counter-cultural and to take God at His word for the success of their business and ministry.

The invitation has always been there; receiving it is the first step. What does it mean to be invited to a life with Jesus? In this 4-day plan, we look at four things that happen when we accept the gift of Jesus into our life. We hope this plan gives you practical ways to truly understand what it can look like to be a follower of Christ.

“Mom.” A word heavy with meaning and varying characteristics, yet every vibrant definition is anchored in commonality and deserves to be seen, known, and celebrated. This study will inspire you to “look” at yourself and other moms through the lens of the Almighty God and encourage you to build communities that celebrate motherhood in all its sticky, beautiful, exhausting, amazing glory. Written by Jess Ledwell

In this six-day study we explore what the presence of God in our lives can do to dispel fear, discouragement, and worry. Discover how through communing with God and learning from scripture we can overcome these challenges, shift our focus, and change our mentality.

You have heard the Greatest Commandment time and time again. But what does it look like to love God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength? In this ten-day plan, you will discover obedience to this commandment is simply an appropriate response to a God who loves you before you can love Him back. Each day includes scripture, an excerpt from Cheri's eight-week study, and a video devotional.

God never intended for us to live life alone. In order to be more like Him, we need other Christ followers around us. Whether you have an incredible community around you or haven’t found it yet, this Plan will encourage you to go deeper with the people you do life with and learn how we can be better together.

UNSUNG HERO and Kingdom Story Company created this plan to help individuals and groups explore biblical themes of family, community, and faith in the new film from the creators of Jesus Revolution. In this Bible reading plan, you’ll see clips from UNSUNG HERO, a video from the band for KING + COUNTRY, and read reflection questions to help study what the Bible says about the power of family and biblical community.

Jesus said that, if we follow him, he will send us out to be fishers of men. How, then, have we become keepers of aquariums, defining church as a place you go and a program you watch instead of a vast community to which you belong? This devotional provides theological grounding to reset our thinking about discipleship in the digital age.

Two thousand years ago Jesus decided the best way to share his good news was through a small group of committed friends. We don’t think he ever changed his plan. Join us in discovering how Jesus led his group and what principles from his life and leadership you can apply to yours.