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DVD63 - Faith Lessons: Walk Like Jesus Walked - Making Disciples, Ray Vander Laan.
Walk with Ray Vander Laan through the land that Jesus and his disciples walked, learn how the culture and politics of the first century influenced the imagery and stories of the Bible, and see the text through the eyes of God's chosen people, the Jews. This volume takes you into Asia Minor (present-day Turkey), where disciples like Paul and Timothy traveled, spreading news of Jesus and bringing new disciples to follow Him. GUIDE. .

DVD396 - Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John, Beth Moore.
John referred to himself as "the disciple whom Jesus loved." Just as Christ took John on a lifelong journey into the depths of His love, He will do the same for you. The Bridegroom's love is unmatched and inexhaustible, and He is waiting to lavish it on you, His beloved.

This 11-week, interactive study includes personal, daily assignments and weekly, video-centered group sessions. The following resources are available to support the study.

- Leader kit - Contains one copy of this member book, one leader guide, six DVDs of Beth Moore's teaching sessions recorded on location in Greece, and one worship collection CD.

DVD397 - Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent, Beth Moore.
This study explores psalms 120-134. Traveling pilgrims sang these psalms both on the way to the great festivals of the Jews and as key elements of the worship at those festivals. Students will interact with Beth Moore and the Scriptures in new ways. They will gain a new appreciation for the life of faith as a journey to greater fellowhip with and worship of God. .

DVD398 - Captured by Grace, David Jeremiah.
Most Christians know they were saved by grace, but are not aware that they live by grace. Have you been Captured by Grace? If your Christian life is not what you know if could and should be, it may be lacking in grace. Contains 10 DVD's.

DVD92 - Holidays & Occasions - EASTER. BlueFish.
** Easter Sermon illustrations include:

  • 1. The Peace Child - An ancient tradition required the Sawi tribe in New Guinea to offer a baby as a peace offering to enemy tribes. A missionary couple uses this tribal ritual as an analogy to share the story of Jesus Christ as the ultimate peace child. (running time 1:49)
  • 2. Sacrifice - Through the eyes of a father, this powerful clip takes a dramatic look at the sacrifice God made of his son, Jesus (running time 1:35)
  • 3. Currency - Everything as a value. This thought-provoking clip questions the worth of everyday objects and reveals that through His sacrifice, Jesus was willing to pay the supreme price. (running time 1:08)
  • 4. What Does Easter Mean to You? We scoured the streets to ask people to reflect on questions about various meanings and traditions of Easter. (running time 1:50)!

DVD391 - EarthBound: Created and Called to Care for Creation. Select Resources.
In trying to be God-focused, Christians become heaven-focused, at the expense of our eathly home. Can Scripture and our own religious tradition help us rethink those relationships? Is there a model for care of creation that doesn't force us to the polarized margins? This six-part series, hosted by David Rhoads, features Walter Brueggemann, Larry Rasmussen, Barbara Rossing, Terry Fretheim, Cynthia Moe-Lobeda and many others.

  • Episode 1. Created/called (justified and free to serve the world).
  • Episode 2. Here/there (creation is earthly, material and good).
  • Episode 3. Domination/dominion (above creation, or part of it?)
  • Episode 4. Me/we (identity in social context).
  • Episode 5. Now/forever (short-term benefit, or eternal creation?).
  • Episode 6. Enough/too much (scarcity and abundance).

K166 - Jerusalem Marketplace - Where Jesus Walked to the Cross. Group Publishing.
It's a multi-sensory experience! Jerusalem Marketplace uses all five senses--see, hear, taste, touch, and smell--to create Bible encounters participants can't wait to share with others! At Jerusalem Marketplace VBS, you'll be a part of:
Bible Times Experience--Participants step back in time and discover the incredible accounts in the Bible really did happen. They'll: build strong relationships with other tribe members, explore authentic traditions, create handmade projects, taste and smell exotic foods.
Stories Include:

  • Day 1: JESUS IS KING. Crowds welcome Jesus to Jerusalem (Matt 21:1-11).
  • Day 2: JESUS SHOWED GOD'S LOVE. Jesus shares Passover with the disciples (John13:1-17).
  • Day 3: JESUS LOVES US. Jesus prays in the garden and is arrested (John 17:1-18:11).
  • Day 4: JESUS DIED FOR US. Jesus is crucified (Luke 23:26-55).
  • Day 5: JESUS LIVES. Jesus rises from the dead. (Matthew 28:1-10).

B7126 - 40 Days and 40 Nights: Praying Through Lent, Gail Ramshaw.
Forty Days and Forty Nights draws from Gail Ramshaw's book, Treasures Old and New, providing a biblical image for each day in a meditative format. Enjoy enriching reflectins on ashes, treasure, mountain, outsider, clothing, battle, water, and many more. Each day's devotion includes a biblical citation, meditation, prayer, Bible reading, and hymn text.

B6061 - Walk With Jesus, Henri Nouwen.
Stations of the cross. This book of meditations is inspired by a series of drawings by Sr. Helen David, represents traditional stations of the Cross through the passion and suffering of the world's poor.

B7120 - The Psalms Were Made For Lent, Robert G. McCreight.
Provides a collection of six sermons and worship services based on the Psalms. Included are: 1) six sermons based on the Psalms, 2) liturgical responses with each sermon 3) Bulletin material, including notes on the Psalms that may be photocopied and 4) three paraphrased hymns based on the Psalms, sung to well-known hymn tunes.

C1621 - Sing The Faith: Hymns of Lent, Paul Westermeyer.
Part of the nine volumes in the Sing The Faith Bible study series. A biblical exploration of grace through the poetry, music, and history of five of the most beloved hymns of the Christian tradition. Each session focuses on one hymn. The hymns included are: The Glory of These Forty Days; By The Babylonian Rivers; Ah, Holy Jesus, How Have You Offended; O Sacred Head, Now Wounded; Sing, My Tongue.
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