In A Grace-Full Life, you’ll examine a Wesleyan understanding of grace for the common person. You'll learn about various forms of grace and you’ll come away...
This six-session study based on the Apostles creed, which has served the church for nearly 1500 years as a basic summary statement about core Christian beliefs....
As you sent me into the world, so I have sent them... - John 17:18 God sent Christ into the world as our Savior. That's what Christmas is all about. In turn...
Follow along as Joey, Nora, Violet, Gus, & Twitch learn about faith, God, and the Bible through the amazing things found in nature.
Play helps teachers incorporate different types of play in the classroom so children can fully experience the Bible story each week.
Pastors Stephen Handy and Jacob Armstrong talk about building bridges across the racial divide in their distinct community contexts.
Drama. Drama. Drama. Your family may be the stuff of a hit reality TV show, but into every family a little...or a lot... of drama must sometimes fall. That's th...
In Jacob Armstrong's new book and accompanying Bible study, A New Playlist, you'll discover how to cut through the distractions of life to hear God more clearly...
Grab your tool belt for physical renovation. For spiritual renovation, turn to God. Popular author and pastor Jacob Armstrong explores how Nehemiah understood t...
In the counter-cultural teachings of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said that wherever we focus our hearts; there we'll find our treasure: not the other way aro...
When it comes to women and work, why does it often feel like "us vs. them"? Why do we sometimes divide women according to the choices they make when all women h...
This short series features pastors Zach Bechtold and Matt Franks of the Bearded Theologians podcast in short conversations around topics of Wesleyan theology. A...
When does the Jewish Sabbath begin? Who are Vishnu and Shiva? What are Buddhism's Four Noble Truths? What are the Five Pillars of Islam? These questions are mor...
You've got to make six decisions - and the answers will affect every aspect of your spiritual life. The decisions have nothing to do with which church you go to...
God loves you - understands you - forgives you - wants you to be free - wants you to change - wants to be with you forever. These are the six things you should ...
You'll discover how your connection with God can become an encounter with God - and that's when your life will really change.
In Defying Gravity, Tom Berlin takes a look at the difference between "want" and "need" and illustrates how possessions can create an unbearable weight on our l...
Love God more deeply by learning to love your neighbor better.
Sometimes our lives are in such disarray we can't envision a way through to redemption. But when we look at the mess through the eyes of Christ, we not only fin...
United Methodists need a breath of fresh air. Don't worry. This is not another series full of theories and opinions about what we should do concerning all the i...
It's impossible live life without experiencing the pain and loneliness of betrayal, shame, guilt, loss, judgment, or rejection. This study reveals the healing p...
Every woman was born to dream - to live a life of beauty, passion, adventure, and purpose. Our dreams, no matter how big or small, push us to become women of co...
"Shout loudly; don't hold back; raise your voice like a trumpet!" The words of Isaiah 58 lay the groundwork for The Shout, a six-session small group study that ...
Join our favorite brother and sister duo, Pete & Penelope, in their ultimate treehouse where it’s always time for adventure and imagination! Together with the...
Jesus told stories, or parables, to help us understand how God wants us to live life. In Stories Jesus Told, you'll explore six of Jesus' parables to learn how ...
Minor characters never have top billing. But have you noticed how their roles can be key to the purpose of the story? It's the same in the Bible. The very chara...
In Almost Christmas: A Wesleyan Advent Experience, author Magrey deVega leads a group in exploring how we can make the same commitment to Christ during Advent, ...
We all have associations with the word "Israel" - a modern-day nation in the Middle East that makes up part of the biblical Holy Land. But how did ancient Israe...
Welcome to Danny Go! A kid's show to help children become confident in their limitless creativity! Lots of music. Lots of silliness. Lots of learning. Come alon...
Even during hard times, the light of Christmas shines brightly. Hear stories of formerly incarcerated men and women as they find work and opportunity. As we hea...
It's become trendy to use the word "fierce" when describing women at the top of their game, but women have been fiercely changing the world for thousands of yea...
Hand-me downs are usually thought of as "second-rate," but Jim and Jennifer Cowart's Hand Me Downs offers a six-session small group study showing us that our he...
In Living the Five, authors Jim and Jennifer Cowart show you how successful community groups are called to live out five principles and share how they applied t...
At some point, our lives get messy. Illness, conflict, depression, divorce, job loss...it happens, and when it does, there's nowhere to hide. Thankfully, God lo...
Pursuing a godly life involves action. It's not just resistance to sin that matters; fully living into the new life that Christ offers means taking steps forwar...
Although One is a small-group study written to cover an eight-week session, its larger purpose is for participants of the group to embrace meaningful relationsh...
Breaking the Code Revised Edition provides a trustworthy guide to the rich symbolism of this important biblical book. Professor David deSilva leads us through ...
Perhaps there is no better time than now for us to study gratitude and grace. Author and New Testament scholar David deSilva traces these themes through the boo...
In Hope for Hard Times, author Magrey deVega examines the lives of the great biblical prophets Elijah and Elisha and reveals a consistent message in their stori...
One of the most important documents that Wesley delivered to the rapidly expanding societies and congregations was The Wesley Covenant Prayer and Renewal Servic...
In Savior: What the Bible Says About the Cross, Magrey deVega faithfully describes the need for reconciliation between humankind and a holy God through Jesus’...
Choose to be overwhelmed! Not with the demands of life faced by women today, but overwhelmed by God! When we learn to be overwhelmed by God, our days are no lon...
Imagine waking up every single day convinced that the twenty-four hours ahead of you are a precious gift to be used wisely. Now imagine that you know exactly ho...
In the Book of Ruth, Naomi was forced to chart a new path even as she mourned the loss of her husband and two sons. It was a hard story…a story she didn’t c...
There is a lot of talk these days about "the good life." It's not a new topic - the book of Proverbs talked about just that. Its sayings and bits of wisdom were...
What comes to mind when you hear the word masterpiece? It's about the last word you would use to describe yourself, right? As women, words like unwanted, less t...
You want to share your faith with others, but doing so makes you uneasy; you don't want to come off as pushy. In Get Their Name, readers learned how to talk abo...
Ms. Brittany and Ms. Erin from Cokesbury Kids lead children and their families in a short time of centering through story, song, and prayer.
Wesley who? Do our younger laypeople know who John Wesley was and what he means to our church? The Wesley Challenge introduces our denomination’s father in ...
The Wesley Covenant Prayer has been used in Methodist services around the world on the first Sunday of the year since John Wesley introduced it in 1755. Wesley ...
Faithful and Inclusive allows you to gain an understanding of how United Methodists can be both obedient to God's Word and fully welcoming to LGBTQ persons in t...
Gain a deeper understanding of the "I Am" sayings of Jesus.
Justified by faith. We are accustomed to this theology today, but when Martin Luther shared his belief in this concept during the sixteenth century, it was anyt...
In The Passion Play, Rob Fuquay follows the biblical story of the Passion and shows how this amazing play has been used both as a ritual of praise and later as ...
The spiritual life is often compared to a race. Pastor Rob Fuqay sees a parallel between the flags used in racing and the signals God sends us in our fast-paced...
The life and travels of the apostle Paul can help us find God's purpose for our lives.
Into the Word helps readers deepen their understanding of Scripture and make connections between what they already know and what they are reading. Each week you...
This spring, our lessons support the theme of "Life."
In this series of videos, Robert Gardner discusses aspects of Scripture and how it applies to everyday life.
The Art of Hospitality offers step-by-step actions that will help create a culture of radical hospitality in every area of your church—from pastors to staff t...
Authors Teesha Hadra and John Hambrick discuss elements of their book, Black and White.
What a difference a day makes. You hear people say that phrase all the time. It could not be truer than when talking about the last day of Jesus’ life. In 24 ...
Follow the journeys of Paul, beginning with his dramatic conversion, as he spread the Gospel through modern-day Greece and Turkey. In this six-week study, you a...
Adam Hamilton deals with questions so many of us have about the four major world religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism - and compares the beliefs o...
How do we discover and examine the truths that give meaning and purpose to life? Adam Hamilton believes that some powerful answers are contained in the Apostles...
Enough is an invitation to rediscover the Bible's wisdom when it comes to prudent financial practices. In these pages are found the keys to experiencing content...
Join Adam Hamilton as he examines Christmas through the eyes of Joseph and learn to accept and glorify God's will even when our situation makes it difficult to ...
In the passionate and life-changing book Forgiveness: Finding Peace Though Letting Go, bestselling author Adam Hamilton brings the same insight that he applied ...
True or false: 1. Everything happens for a reason. 2. God helps those who help themselves. 3. God won't give you more than you can handle. 4. God said it, I be...
Jesus was called many things: Lord, Messiah, Savior, Emmanuel, Light of the World, and Word Made Flesh. You may have studied what each of these names mean, but ...
Join Adam Hamilton in exploring the major themes of the Gospel of John. In this six-week study, Hamilton considers important questions of life, reality, and tru...
Journey with Adam Hamilton as he travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem in this fascinating look at the birth of Jesus Christ. Using historical information and arch...
Six Keys to a Successful Marriage. During this six-session study, Adam Hamilton explores how, with God's help, we can make love last in Love to Stay. Hamilton l...
In Making Sense of the Bible, Adam Hamilton invites us into an honest conversation about the Bible.
Turn your reluctance into boldness by walking in the footsteps of Moses. Join award-winning author Adam Hamilton as he travels from Egypt to Mt. Sinai, the Nile...
Imagine Jesus from Mary's point-of-view. Adam Hamilton begins at the end, with Mary at the crucifixion and resurrection; travels back in time as she witnesses h...
Join Adam Hamilton for a six-week journey as he travels to England, following the life of John Wesley and exploring his defining characteristics of a Wesleyan C...
Simon Peter - an ordinary fisherman who heard an extraordinary call. He left everything to follow his teacher and possessed a passion that would change the worl...
Adam Hamilton explores the worries and fears most of us experience. Learn to identify fears and discover practical steps for overcoming them... all in the light...
How do we walk with Christ - daily follow him, grow in him, and faithfully serve him? Join Adam Hamilton this Lent and Easter in The Walk and discover five esse...
The third volume in Adam Hamilton's Bible study trilogy on the life of Jesus. Travel with Adam Hamilton as he retraces the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.
In Why?, best-selling author Adam Hamilton brings fresh insight to the age-old question of how to understand the will of God. Rejecting simplistic answers and u...
Nearly everyone has heard of the Ten Commandments, the list of "thou-shalt-nots" found in the Bible. Jesus saw these commandments not as onerous burdens, but as...
Throughout history, religious expression has been an essential human activity, influencing the development of civilizations.
Prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness: this is what we commit to when we become members of The United Methodist Church. A Disciple's Path helps you dev...
John Wesley boils fiscal responsibilities down to just three rules: Earn all you can. Save all you can. Give all you can. Sounds simple, right? Yes, but not eas...
In Make a Difference, author James A. Harnish helps United Methodists answer the questions "How can I contribute to God's healing work in this world?" and "How ...
Identifying everyday applications of John Wesley’s compelling portrait of faithful life in Christ, groups will grasp real-life ways to love God, rejoice in Go...
Recharge. Reboot. Reorder. Whatever you want to call it, we need a process that helps us continuously renew our relationship with God so that we don't drift awa...
Learn how to embrace authenticity in your life in just 21 days! FOMO, the fear of missing out, isn't new. But today, social media makes us increasingly more awa...
Joseph had quite the story, but it didn't really begin until he saw his story as part of God's story. His great accomplishments came only after he recognized th...
You know when you’re carrying a very full cup of coffee, and you have to really focus on keeping the cup level, and then the doorbell rings and your dog bound...
1 Corinthians is one of the most gripping books in the Bible. In this letter, Paul, the complicated, layered apostle, writes to the people trying a wild new soc...
Listen, by Rueben P. Job, is a 40-day experience created to offer help to those new to prayer, those with a daily prayer routine, and those whose lives seem too...
Rueben Job narrates three inspirational videos on each of the Three Simple Rules.
How do you talk about racial prejudice, entrenched poverty and exploitation, segregation, the loss of local education and employment, the ravages of addiction, ...
Christianity is the largest and most global religious tradition in history. For nearly 2,000 years, the Christian faith has remained at or near the center of We...
We live in a skeptical age. People, especially young people, express doubts about Christian faith. Scott Jones and Arthur Jones address hard questions that all...
Wouldn't it be fascinating to attend a Bible study led by John Wesley? Scott J. Jones and his son Arthur D. Jones use Wesley's own words to address questions th...
Learn to pray in faithful new ways to bring powerful renewal and progress to your spiritual life and ministry.
Author Jeff Kirby brings his rich and challenging style of teaching to a powerful four-session study that shows us how we aren't truly following Jesus until we ...
Composed over the span of 10 centuries, the books of the Bible are today divided into those of the Old Testament (known to some as the Jewish Bible) and the New...
Broken and Blessed traces the story of the Genesis family from Adam and Eve through the generations to Joseph, bringing blessing from brokenness.
Jesus demonstrated the presence and power of God by performing miracles. Every time we see Jesus performing a miracle, we also get a glimpse into the gift of de...
Every name tells a story. Names in Scripture were often given to tell the story of a person's identity, upbringing, or character. When God transforms lives, He ...
Your story can change. Abraham, Sarah, Jacob, Naomi, Daniel, Peter, and even an unnamed woman in the Bible are all testaments to the transformational power of G...
This six-week study examines the holy habits of six kings and prophets who were set apart by their close walk with God. You'll explore how timeless spiritual pr...
Under Wraps is an all-church Advent experience that explores the character of God described in the Old Testament and then revealed through Jesus Christ. Through...
To say we live lives full of distractions is an understatement. So, how do we combat distraction? To stay in relationship with God is a journey that never ends ...
Join Professor Amy-Jill Levine as she discusses various aspects of Holy Week.
What if we look at the "ordinary" people who witnessed the Passion events... the women around Jesus? Or the "bad" guys... Judas, Pilate, and Caiaphas? Amy-Jill ...
Trace the Christmas narrative through the stories of Zechariah and Elizabeth, Mary, the journey to Bethlehem, and the visit from the Magi.
In Sermon on the Mount, Dr. Amy-Jill Levine takes a detailed and colorful overview of Matthew 5-7, collectively known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Through D...
In Short Stories by Jesus, author Amy-Jill Levine takes you back in time and explains how original audiences understood Jesus' parables. You'll learn how new in...
As a woman in ministry, you negotiate unique challenges every day. You need a trusted and comprehensive resource that not only helps you survive, but one that g...
In this five-session video Bible study, Max Lucado explores God's promise in Philippians 4:4–8 and shows that while anxiety is part of life, it doesn’t have...
Every gift from God reveals his love, but no gift reveals his love more than the gifts of the cross. Have we taken time to open these? As we do, we find that Je...
In He Chose the Nails, a five-session video Bible study, Max continues by examining the gifts that Christ gave at his crucifixion. These include not only the gi...
Do you ever feel like Jesus couldn't possibly know what you are going through? He's the God of the universe after all! Does he really know your daily struggles?...
What feels shaky in your world? Are you overwhelmed by the problems you're facing or the pain you're feeling? Maybe you feel hurt by the past. Disappointed by t...
In this six-session video Bible study, bestselling author Max Lucado looks at the miracles of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel of John. As John states, he record...
Prepare for a fresh look at Jesus that will bring you closer than ever to the dawn of a spiritual figure who would change the world.
As the birthplace of Judaism and Christianity, the Holy Land (the area in and around modern-day Israel) is one of the most important regions in the world. With ...
Bible teacher Babbie Mason challenges you to examine your personal relationship with God, make up your mind to believe God's Word, regardless of your feelings o...
Take the plunge with this profound survey of one of the world’s truly great books. Books That Matter: The City of God ushers you on a historical and theologic...
Authors Scott McKenzie and Kristine Miller engage in meaningful conversation regarding generosity, their experiences with giving, and the real-life challenges t...
Way of Life help groups approach and engage the spiritual, theological, and missional proposals in Brian McLaren's book The Great Spiritual Migration.
Sometimes we confuse the idea that we are all equal with the idea that we are all the same. Being equal and being alike are two entirely different concepts. Chr...
Author Michael McRay shares stories of hope and healing amid formidable conflict.
Watch the Whirl characters learn about the Bible. Grades 3 - 6.
Animated characters help set up the lesson each week. They address deep theological concepts with creative, light-hearted wit and will leave kids (and leaders!)...
Your perfect plan just turned into a disastrous disappointment. What are you supposed to do now? How do you pick yourself up and move forward when you really wa...
Find lasting happiness and contentment in your life. What's keeping you from being happy? Do you really have to lose weight or find a new job before you can say...
Rabbi Evan Moffic talks with Cedar Rapids Imams Taha Tawil and Hassan Selim about the importance of interfaith relationships.
Sometimes we concentrate so much on the gifts we want to give and to receive that we forget about the special gifts of Christmas. The truth is we need the mirac...
This year as you light the candles of your Advent wreath, reflect on the unbreakable gifts that God has given us: hope, love, joy, and peace, and be reminded of...
Christmas or confusion, Bethlehem or bedlam... Which will you choose this year? The truth is, we don't have to choose, because Christmas always happens right in...
Each individual brings a unique set of skills and gifts to the mission field and therefore needs to understand what type of disciple he or she is. Similarly, no...
Has the pursuit of the “perfect life” left you feeling depleted, disappointed, dissatisfied, and disconnected? Are you tired of being lonely and left out at...
Distorted Christian teachings threaten effective and thoughtful faith. Heresies are not limited to times of long ago. True, major heretical controversies origin...
Bishop Jake Owensby says we, too, can experience extraordinary resurrection even within the realm of our ordinary lives on earth.
Saving Grace: A Guide to Financial Well-Being provides the text and tools you need to address the topics of saving, earning, giving, spending, and debt, along w...
This fall, our lessons focus on God, what it means that we are created in God's image, and what it means to worship God alone. The writer of the student book le...
Today's media-savvy kids will be hooked by these engaging, animated videos! Each video segment tells a Bible story through the kids' point of view, with...
Join the kids from Deep Blue in stories from the Bible about the fruits of the spirit.
Fun Bible trivia featuring the kids of Deep Blue.
Today's media-savvy kids will be hooked by these engaging, animated videos! Each video segment tells a Bible story through the kids' point of view, with help fr...
Join the kids from Deep Blue in stories about the life of Jesus from the Bible.
Join the kids from Deep Blue in stories of the Bible from the Old Testament.
Join the kids from Deep Blue as they learn about the early church from the Bible.
These engaging, animated videos are a great supplement to the One Room Sunday School curriculum. Each video segment tells a Bible story through the kids’ poin...
Based on Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird, this Bible study by author Matt Rawle uses Lee's beloved characters to explore Christian faith, theology, and ethic...
The Nutcracker was first performed in 1892, and quickly became a holiday tradition, one that continues for many families to this day. In The Gift of The Nutcrac...
The hit Broadway Musical, Les Miserables, based on Victor Hugo's 1862 novel, is one of the longest running musicals in the world. This profound story of Jean Va...
Hollywood Jesus is pastor and author Matt Rawle's study of Jesus and Christ figures in films. Explore what happens when script meets Scripture, when pop culture...
From the ghosts of Christmas past, to the Life of the present, and the resurrection of Christmas future, this Advent study will “bless us every one” and ...
In The Salvation of Doctor Who, pastor and author Matt Rawle draws on the long-running TV show and cult favorite Doctor Who to chart the intersection of faith a...
What Makes a Hero? offers us an image of what it looks like to be victorious over trials and temptations. Looking at pop culture heroes and others through the l...
Confronting the daily chaos of competing demands from a new perspective, she asks not "How do I juggle my responsibilities?" but "How do I make choices that ref...
In The Joy Stealers, author Rob Renfroe reminds us that, regardless of our circumstances, Christ provides everything we need for joy. Whether or not we actually...
When mainline pastors and parishioners state: "Well, Jesus is my way, but who am I to say there aren't other ways for other people" there's trouble with the tru...
With sensitivity and warmth, Rob Renfroe explores the wilderness experience: what it is, how we get there, why God allows it, and how we can get through it God'...
This year, rediscover the true wonder of Christmas by sharing the love of Christ with others.
Author Ed Robb discusses six major biblical events from both the Old and New Testaments, all of which happened on or from a mountain, and special guests share t...
Discover how to hear and respond to the unique call God is placing on your life through the stories of ordinary people found in the Bible. Called will examine t...
While many of us naturally wish to avoid the reality of the cross, it’s from the cross that Jesus speaks and shows his deepest love for us. It’s from the cr...
You look at a mirror and what do you see? Wide hips. Too many wrinkles. A crooked nose. But is that what God sees in your reflection? What is God's perspective ...
Barb Roose invites us to explore the stories of women in the Bible who had to wait on God. If you've felt anxious, angry, discouraged or depressed because God i...
In Winning the Worry Battle: Life Lessons from Joshua, You'll learn how to fight in faith as you internalize God's promises, draw strength from God's faithfulne...
Are you tired of following your feelings or being disappointed by unchanging circumstances? In this 40-day devotional journey you will learn how to surrender l...
Enjoy fun music with lively videos from the best of Deep Blue Kids!
There's no better explanation for how to live out the Great Commission - following the instruction of the resurrected Jesus Christ to spread his teachings to al...
Dare to Dream is a startling and inspiring program by popular author and pastor Mike Slaughter that draws on the Bible and a lifetime of ministry to help us dis...
Based on Mike Slaughter’s popular book Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, this study will empower your family and your church to reclaim a broader meaning of Jes...
A virgin birth. God's son: a helpless baby. Fleeing certain death. Nothing about the Christmas story is ordinary. This four-week Advent study that opens up God'...
In this study by Pastor Mike Slaughter, participants will explore how God releases miracles through people, seeking to discern where God is calling them to heal...
Jesus didn't come to start a religion. The rebel Jesus came with a renegade gospel to start a revolution. You and I are invited to be a part. Pastor Mike Slaugh...
Mike Slaughter explores why we must exchange comfortable cultural worldviews and values for the radical requirements of living out the Kingdom of God on Planet ...
In this six-week Bible study, author Natalie Chambers Snapp teaches you how to develop and nurture the kind of enriching and satisfying friendships that build u...
Life is like a rollercoaster. One day it seems everything is good, and the next it can feel like everything is falling apart. We will examine the life of Elijah...
With more and more ways to communicate in a culture that encourages sharing the details of our lives, there exists greater and greater opportunity for disagreem...
Women are experts when it comes to worry, fear, and doubt. Unsettled times in our world—our neighborhoods—certainly don’t help matters. Jeremiah also live...
All of us know what it’s like to be hurt or betrayed. Some of us have endured unspeakable pain through abuse, adultery, or abandonment. God knows the pain we ...
What’s in a name? When it comes to the names of God, quite a lot, actually. In a world where we find people creating God in their own image, studying God’s ...
In this study of the Book of Numbers, we'll find a group of people that wandered in the desert for forty years, unable to enter the Promised Land because of the...
In the women's Bible study, Romans: Good News that Changes Everything, Melissa Spoelstra shows us that the gospel truths shared with the early church at Rome ec...
This Covenant experience will guide participants in a comprehensive, in-depth study of the Bible over twenty-four weeks. Unlike the learning participants may ha...
Music is such an important part of VBS and so are the music videos! Your kids will want to watch these fun and worshipful videos long after VBS is over. Each vi...
J. J. Warren continues his call to reaffirm the church as a people who welcome all. He especially speaks to those who are young and progressive, asking you to s...
These short narrated meditations focus on mindful living and recognition of God's presence and love.
Disciple Fast Track, an adaptation of the original, bestselling Disciple Bible Study, provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement ...
Fear of the Other: No Fear in Love invites readers to consider the Gospel command to love (and not merely tolerate) those considered to be "Other" or outside ma...
You'd think that if you got a mention in the Bible your name would be included too, right? As a woman, you know that who we are is often overlooked. Even in the...
What happened on the road to Damascus that changed the course of Paul's life and the course of human history? In Paul: A Biography, Prof. N.T. Wright analyzes P...
In what is likely the earliest writing contained in the New Testament, Paul reveals biographical details, suggests conflict with the Apostle Peter, and describe...
Develop a deeper appreciation for the way Paul presents his message as a prisoner for Christ in this delightful epistle. Reflect on how to think and live in lig...
Prepare to be immersed in the 1st Century A.D. context of the life, work, teachings, and actions of Jesus of Nazareth.
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