Full Description
"A tremendous resource for those wanting to study and teach the Bible with an understanding of how the gospel is woven throughout Scripture." —Bryan Chapell, Pastor, Grace Presbyterian Church
The Knowing the Bible series is a resource designed to help Bible readers better understand and apply God's Word.
These 12-week studies lead participants through books of the Bible and are made up of four basic components: (1) reflection questions help readers engage the text at a deeper level; (2) "Gospel Glimpses" highlight the gospel of grace throughout the book; (3) "Whole-Bible Connections" show how any given passage connects to the Bible's overarching story of redemption, culminating in Christ; and (4) "Theological Soundings" identify how historic orthodox doctrines are taught or reinforced throughout Scripture.
With contributions from an array of influential pastors and church leaders, these gospel-centered studies will help Christians see and cherish the message of God's grace on every page of the Bible.
Over the course of 12 weeks, this study connects Paul's letters to the Thessalonians to the lives of Christians today. These epistles encourage readers by reminding them of the salvation God will bring to all those whom he has called—strengthening them to pursue lives of holiness and love as they anticipate Jesus's return.
Contents
Series Preface: J. I. Packer and Lane T. Dennis
Week 1: Overview of 1 Thessalonians
Week 2: Thanksgiving for the Thessalonians (1 Thess. 1:1-10)
Week 3: Ministry to the Thessalonians (1 Thess. 2:1-16)
Week 4: Absence from the Thessalonians (1 Thess. 2:17-3:13)
Week 5: Holy Love Wins (1 Thess. 4:1-12)
Week 6: The Return of the King (1 Thess. 4:13-5:11)
Week 7: A Parting Plea (1 Thess. 5:12-28)
Week 8: Overview of 2 Thessalonians
Week 9: The Afflicters and the Afflicted (2 Thess. 1:1-12)
Week 10: The Man of Lawlessness (2 Thess. 2:1-17)
Week 11: The Idle Problem (2 Thess. 3:1-18)
Week 12: Summary and Conclusion
