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Bible Study on Faith: Strengthening Your Belief Through Scripture
Introduction:
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of faith, its nature, and its power as revealed in the Bible? This in-depth Bible study on faith will explore key scriptures, unpack challenging passages, and provide practical applications to strengthen your own spiritual journey. We'll delve into the different facets of faith, examining its role in salvation, its impact on daily life, and the importance of cultivating a robust, unwavering belief in God. This study isn't just about intellectual understanding; it's about transforming your relationship with God through a deeper engagement with His Word. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and equipped to live a life of authentic faith.
H2: Understanding Faith: Defining Our Terms
Before embarking on a Bible study on faith, it's crucial to establish a solid definition. Hebrews 11:1 provides a foundational understanding: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." This verse highlights two key elements:
Hope: Faith isn't blind optimism; it's a confident expectation based on God's promises. It's believing in something you can't yet see, rooted in the trustworthiness of God.
Assurance: Faith isn't merely a wishful thought; it's a deep conviction, a certainty that rests on the character and power of God. It's knowing, even amidst doubt, that God is faithful.
H2: Faith in Action: Key Biblical Examples
The Bible is replete with examples of individuals whose lives demonstrate the power of faith. Studying these examples can be immensely beneficial in understanding how faith manifests in practical ways.
H3: Abraham's Faith: A Paradigm of Obedience
Genesis 12 narrates Abraham's journey, marked by unwavering faith in God's promises despite seemingly insurmountable obstacles. He left his homeland, journeyed to an unknown land, and even offered his son Isaac as a sacrifice – all based on his trust in God's word. This highlights the active, obedient nature of true faith.
H3: The Centurion's Faith: Humility and Trust
Matthew 8:5-13 recounts the story of a Roman centurion who demonstrated remarkable faith. His humility and unwavering belief in Jesus' power led to the healing of his servant. This story emphasizes the power of faith even when expressed from a distance and amidst cultural and social differences.
H3: The Woman with the Issue of Blood: Persistent Faith
Mark 5:25-34 tells the story of a woman who, after twelve years of suffering, touched Jesus' garment with persistent faith, resulting in her miraculous healing. This example underscores the importance of perseverance and unwavering belief in the face of long-standing challenges.
H2: The Role of Faith in Salvation
Ephesians 2:8-9 declares, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast." This verse emphasizes that salvation is a free gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ. Faith isn't merely a belief about God; it's a trust in God and His provision for salvation.
H2: Cultivating and Strengthening Your Faith
Developing a robust faith isn't a passive endeavor; it requires intentional effort and consistent practice.
H3: Prayer and Communication with God: Regular, heartfelt prayer strengthens our connection with God, deepening our trust and dependence on Him.
H3: Studying Scripture: Consistent Bible study nourishes our faith, providing a deeper understanding of God's character and His promises.
H3: Fellowship with Believers: Sharing faith with others in a supportive community strengthens our resolve and provides encouragement during times of doubt.
H3: Obedience to God's Word: Actively living out God's commands, even when difficult, demonstrates our faith and deepens our relationship with Him.
Conclusion:
This Bible study on faith has explored several facets of faith, highlighting its definition, its practical application through biblical examples, its role in salvation, and how to cultivate a stronger relationship with God. Remember, faith is not a static concept but a dynamic, growing relationship with God. By actively engaging with scripture, prayer, and fellowship, we can strengthen our faith and experience the transformative power of God in our lives.
FAQs:
1. What if I struggle with doubt? Doubt is a common human experience. Acknowledging your doubts and bringing them to God in prayer is crucial. Focus on God's character and faithfulness revealed in scripture.
2. How can I know if my faith is genuine? Genuine faith manifests in obedience to God's word and a desire to live a life pleasing to Him. It involves trusting God even when things are difficult.
3. Is faith a feeling or an action? Faith is both a feeling (assurance and confidence) and an action (obedience and trust). It’s the interplay between belief and action.
4. Can faith be lost? Faith can be weakened through neglect or discouragement, but it cannot be truly lost if it was genuine to begin with. Repentance and renewed commitment to God can restore it.
5. What role does works play in faith? Works are the natural outflow of genuine faith. James 2:26 clarifies that faith without works is dead. Good works are evidence of a living faith, not a requirement for salvation.
bible study on faith: Opening the Book of Faith Diane Jacobson, Stanley N. Olson, Mark Allan Powell, 2008 Opening the Book of Faith is an invitation to experience the Bible as a book of faith. It provides an introduction to the Bible and Lutheran perspectives that guide understanding of Scripture. This book explores four methods of Bible study, then applies each method to four Scripture texts. Two assessment tools also aid reflection and discussion about Bible usage, needs, and hopes.For more information visit the Book of Faith Web site. |
bible study on faith: Living in the Balance of Grace and Faith Andrew Wommack, 2011-06-24 Popular Bible teacher and host of the Gospel Truth broadcast, Andrew Wommack takes on one of the biggest controversies of the church, the freedom of God's grace verses the faith of the believer. Wommack reveals that God's power is not released from only grace or only faith. God's blessings come through a balance of both grace and... |
bible study on faith: Gospel Principles The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1997 A Study Guide and a Teacher’s Manual Gospel Principles was written both as a personal study guide and as a teacher’s manual. As you study it, seeking the Spirit of the Lord, you can grow in your understanding and testimony of God the Father, Jesus Christand His Atonement, and the Restoration of the gospel. You can find answers to life’s questions, gain an assurance of your purpose and self-worth, and face personal and family challenges with faith. |
bible study on faith: Brave by Faith Alistair Begg, 2021-05-01 Learn from the book of Daniel how to live confidently for Christ today. What does it look like to live with joy in a society that does not like what Christians believe, say or do? It’s tempting to grow angry, keep our heads down, retreat or just give up altogether. But this isn’t the first time that God’s people have had to learn how to live in a pagan world that opposes God’s rule. In this realistic yet positive book, renowned Bible teacher Alistair Begg examines the first seven chapters of Daniel to show us how to live bravely, confidently and obediently in an increasingly secular society. Readers will see that God is powerful and God is sovereign, and even in the face of circumstances that appear to be prevailing against his people, we may trust him entirely. We can be as brave as Daniel if we have faith in Daniel’s God! The message of Daniel is incredibly relevant for us in our generation. Not because it maps out a strategy for how to deal with our new lack of status ... or because Daniel was a great man and we need to follow his example. The reason is that it will help us to believe in Daniel’s God. Alistair Begg, author. |
bible study on faith: Bible Faith Study Course Kenneth E. Hagin, 1991 These classic Bible Study Courses by Rev. Kenneth E. Hagin have been reedited to include chapter review questions to further enhance your study of God's Word. These teachings on the vital subjects of faith, prayer, the Holy Spirit and His gifts, and healing will show you how to live a life of victory and abundance Hebrews 11:6 says, But without faith it is impossible to please him God]. . . . If God demands that we have faith when it is impossible for us to have faith, then we have a right to challenge His justice. But since He places within our hands the means whereby faith can be produced, then we must take responsibility for whether or not we have faith.The Bible Faith Study Course takes you through the Word of God to teach you how faith is produced and how to turn your faith loose in every area of your life. These principles will enable you to please God and live victoriously in this life Chapter titles include: -- What Faith Is -- How Faith Comes -- How To Turn Your Faith Loose -- What It Means To Believe With the Heart -- Six Big Hindrances to Faith -- The God-Kind of Faith |
bible study on faith: You Can Have Living Faith United Church of God, 2010-09-08 What is faith, and how do we receive it and grow in it? We live in a society that is virtually devoid of faith. Since most people don't read the Bible, they don't know much about God or believe He even exists. What about you - do you lack the faith to believe in God? Having true faith will help you make sense out the troubling and confusing world you live in. It will give you the confidence you need to move forward with your life despite trials and setbacks. How do you get faith? Growing in faith requires believing in God and maintaining a close relationship with Him. You can have this relationship with God through daily prayer, Bible study and applying what God says in the Scriptures in your personal life. Learn more about how to grow in Christian faith by reading this Bible study aid ebook, You Can Have Living Faith, and start building that close relationship with God today! Chapters in this ebook: -- Introduction: You Can Have Living Faith -- What Is Faith? -- The Meaning of Faith -- The Book of James: An 'Epistle of Straw'? -- Examples of Living Faith -- When It Seems God Doesn't Hear or Answer -- Enemies of Faith -- Growing in Faith Inside this Bible Study Aid ebook: Lack of faith—an active, living trust in and relationship with God—is a widespread problem affecting every nation and virtually every individual. If we want to better our lives, our model for living faith should be Jesus Christ. Many people don't have the faith described in the Bible because they do not believe or practice what Jesus said: If you love Me, keep My commandments (John 14:15). The Bible tells us salvation is by God's grace and is not earned by good works lest any man should boast (Ephesians 2:8-9). But we are saved by grace through faith. The danger we face is that our faith will die if we neglect our salvation by not living a life of obedience to God (Hebrews 2:1-3). The examples and testimonies of the men and women we read about in Hebrews 11 show us we can believe God. We should pray to God for faith, and we should pray often for it (Luke 18:1). Living a life of prayer, Bible study and humble obedience to God clarifies and strengthens our faith. |
bible study on faith: Encountering God - Bible Study Book Kelly Minter, 2021-11 In Encountering God, Kelly Minter explores how essential spiritual disciplines are to our faith experience and everyday lives. She'll unpack the biblical foundation for these sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, hospitality, and celebration. Over 8 sessions, you'll discover that spiritual disciplines aren't just one more thing to add to your to-do list, but they can actually create more margin in your life, resulting in deeper peace, communion, and rest. And perhaps most importantly, cultivating habits of faith help you know God more, as you release control to Him, express your need for Him, and walk in glad submission and worship of Him. Features: Personal study segments with homework to complete between 8 weeks of group sessions Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Teaching videos, approximately 30 minutes per session, available for purchase or rent Explanations of the history and progression of spiritual disciplines from origins to present day along with their biblical roots Practical guidance and activities to live out the various spiritual disciplines at home Benefits: Demystify spiritual disciplines and be empowered to practice them as you draw closer to God. Understand how spiritual disciplines strengthen the Body of Christ, both in communities and individual lives. Reframe your perspective on rest and renewal. |
bible study on faith: Is the Bible True? United Church of God, 2010-10-12 Can you believe the Holy Bible? Understanding the answer to this question is one of the most important pieces of information you can possess. Yet people go through life unsure whether the Bible is fact or fraud. They simply don't take the time to address this life-altering question. Some say the Bible is just a collection of stories and fables. Some acknowledge that the Bible is good historical literature, but they don't think it applies in today's world. Others think it is OK to read as long as you don't have something else to do. But is this really a good way to treat information that can make a difference in this life as well as the one to come? Some people don't turn to the Bible until they find themselves in a severe crisis. Many a person in prison, held hostage, recovering from a drug addiction or experiencing a terrible tragedy finally turns to the Bible for encouragement and direction. But what good is this if we aren't sure that what the Bible says is true? You don't have to wait until you are in the middle of a severe crisis to read or prove the Bible's validity for today. Start today to understand how the Bible harmonizes with science, is verified by archaeology, and offers insight for the best life possible. Read this Bible Study aid booklet, Is the Bible True?, and start getting the answers! Chapters in this ebook: -- One of the World's Most Popular Books -- In Their Own Words: Great Men and Women Who Highly Respected the Bible -- The Bible in the Modern World -- Humanity's Bias Against the Supernatural -- The Bible and Astronomy -- Earth's Age: Does the Bible Indicate a Time Interval Between the First and Second Verses of Genesis? -- The Bible and Archaeology -- Cyrus of Persia: The Words of a Prophet Come to Pass -- A Staggering Archaelogical Discovery: The Mighty Assyrian Empire Emerges From the Dust -- King David's Existence Verified by Inscription -- Does Archaeology Confirm the Existence of Specific People Mentioned in the Bible? -- The Bible and Science -- The Biblical Authors: Men of God and Science -- Bible and Prophecy -- Modern Conditions Were Foretold in Scripture Many Centuries Ago -- The Bible and You -- Does the Bible Contain Errors? Inside this Bible Study Aid ebook: Science cannot of itself tell us why the earth and the physical creation exist. Wrote Carl Sagan: “Why it happened is the greatest mystery we know. That it happened is reasonably clear” . But the Bible tells us why! Nutritionist David Meinz says that even though we may not understand all aspects of the biblical dietary laws, we would be wise to follow them. The understanding of some major prophetic events is crucial as a guide to comprehending where we stand chronologically in God’s plan. The Bible is the lone trustworthy guide in these matters. |
bible study on faith: Believing God Beth Moore, 2005-01-31 Includes one member book, one leader guide, and 6 DVD's. |
bible study on faith: James - Teen Bible Study Book Matt Chandler, 2018-06 James: Faith/Works is a 13-session Bible study for 7th to 12th grade students that goes verse-by-verse through the Book of James. |
bible study on faith: The Road to Eternal Life United Church of God, 2010-09-03 Do you believe in many roads to salvation? When you think about establishing a relationship with God, what comes to mind? Do you know what the Bible reveals on this subject? Notice what Jesus Christ Himself has to say: No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day (John 6:44) God starts this relationship process and you must choose to accept or reject His calling when offered. If you accept, you have a definite process to follow that He clearly reveals in the Bible. What is that process? 1) After God calls you, repentance is the starting point in your relationship with Him. Without repentance, you are cut off from God. 2) After you repent, your next step is water baptism, a primary principle of Jesus Christ (Hebrews 6:1-2). 3) The next step on your road to eternal life is to receive God's Holy Spirit, which comes through laying on of hands, as described in Hebrews 6:2. If God is calling you, will you respond? Inside the Bible Study aid ebook, The Road to Eternal Life, we will examine the Scriptures and look at the steps you must take to respond to God's calling. Start your journey on the only road to eternal life and be part of the awesome future God has planned for you! Chapters in this ebook: -- Introduction: The Road to Eternal Life -- Repentance: Your First Step -- Jesus and His Apostles Affirm the Need to Obey God's Commandments -- Grace, Works and Obedience -- The Crucial Role of Faith -- Water Baptism and Laying On of Hands -- Should Children Be Baptized -- Should We Want to Be Baptized With Fire? -- Forgiveness of Sin -- Staying the Course -- We're Baptized Into a Spiritual Body Inside this Bible Study Aid ebook: The Bible describes repentance as a profound realization of our sins and resulting sorrow that leads us to change our thoughts and actions (2 Corinthians 7:10). To some, the change God wants in us can appear so overwhelming that repentance and conversion to God's way of thinking seem impossible. And that's the point. Without God's help, they are impossible! Overcoming our habitual sins and selfish nature does not happen instantly. It is a lifelong process, often involving great effort. The symbolic meaning of baptism, then, is profound. It represents both forgiveness of sins and newness of life in Christ. No matter what our background or past mistakes, when we genuinely repent and are baptized, God promises complete forgiveness. Living God's way must always remain our priority. We must continually seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33). |
bible study on faith: Fundamentals of the Faith Teacher's Guide Grace Community Church, 2009-03-26 This is the teachers guide edition to this great study of the fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. With topics ranging from “God: His Character and Attributes” to “The Church: Fellowship and Worship,” this study is ideal to disciple new believers or to realize afresh what it means to believe in Jesus. The teachers guide contains all the answers to the 13 lessons taught in the accompanying students edition along with excellent teaching notes to prepare the leader to guide the group. |
bible study on faith: Life's Ultimate Question: Does God Exist? United Church of God, 2010-10-18 Why are we here? What is our place in the universe? What is the purpose of life? The questions have been asked for centuries. But they all revolve around what is perhaps the most fundamental question of all: Does God exist? -- Inside this booklet: -- Asking the Crucial Questions -- Evidence All Around Us -- The Beginning of the Universe -- Our Awesome Universe: How Big is Big? -- Science and Discomfiting Discoveries -- Our Amazing Spaceship Earth -- The Importance of Life-Sustaining Water -- The Giver of Life -- The Tiny Miracle That's Toppling Evolution -- A Deeper Look at the Evidence -- Scientists' Thundering Silence -- Life's Purpose and the Consequences of Ideas -- Groping for Meaning and Morality -- Why Were You Born? -- Man's Natural Hostility Toward God -- Meet God -- How Does God Reveal Himself? -- A God Not Bound by Space and Time -- Our Window of Opportunity |
bible study on faith: Bible Studies for Life: Living by Faith - Study Guide Lifeway Adults, 2020-08 Learn to trust God and to express that trust through obedience. |
bible study on faith: Faith - Four Week Mini Bible Study Heather Bixler, 2012-07-12 In this four week mini Bible Study you will examine your faith and what it means to have faith in God.He said to them, Because of your little faith. For truly, I say to you, if you have faith like a grain of mustard seed, you will say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there, ' and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you. Matthew 17:20Our faith begins with what we know and believe about God. Our faith will carry us how far we are willing to let it take us. Faith is a choice and we need to begin by choosing to believe in Jesus and His power to move mountains, heal the sick, and save us from all our sins through His sacrifice on the cross.When we believe in God we then learn to walk in faith and trust God. But first we must believe, and it's up to us, we can either choose to believe in Him or not. But faith will mean nothing until we believe with all our heart that God is who He says He is |
bible study on faith: Bible Studies for Life: Resilient Faith - Bible Study Book Mary Jo Sharp, 2014-03-03 Group Member Book for the six-session study by Mary Jo Sharp offering the needed understanding of a resilient faith. |
bible study on faith: Believing God Beth Moore, 2015-04 “Is it working? Your belief system, that is. Is it really working? God’s intention all along has been for the believer’s life to work. From divine perspective toward terrestrial turf, God meant for his children to succeed. . . Are our Christian lives successful? Are they achieving and experiencing what Scripture said they would? In a recent sermon my son-in-law preached, Curt told us the only way we were going to impact the world and the next generation is to prove that our faith in Christ is real and that it works. For countless Christians I’m convinced it’s real. My concern is whether or not we have the fruit to suggest it works.”—Beth Moore; Believing God |
bible study on faith: Elijah - Bible Study Book Priscilla Shirer, 2021-01-04 Elijah emerged as the voice of unapologetic truth during a time of national crisis and moral decline. His ministry was marked by tenacious faith and holy fire--the same kind you will need in order to remain steadfast in current culture. |
bible study on faith: Crazy Faith Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video Michael Todd, 2022-07-05 Stay far away from normal when it comes to matters of faith. Will you be remembered as a person who claimed to follow God but liked to play it safe? Or as a person who lived your life out on the limb and trusted God enough to act with crazy faith? In this five-session video Bible study (video streaming included), bestselling author and pastor Michael Todd reveals how to step out in faith and dive into the purposeful life of trusting God for the impossible. There are many things that seem normal today that at one point in time seemed crazy. History-making inventions that started out as crazy ideas. People who risked everything to stand up for what they believed. But our see-it-to-believe-it generation tends to have a hard time exercising true faith—one that steps out, takes action, and sees mountain-moving results. Many of us would rather play it safe and stand on the sidelines. But it's crazy faith that helps us see God move and reveals his promises. This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including: An individual access code to stream all five video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!). The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide. Video notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion time. Sessions and run times include: Starting Out (Baby Faith and Maybe Faith) (18:00) Getting Stronger (Waiting Faith and Wavy Faith) (17:30) Obstacles to Avoid (Lazy Faith and Fugazi Faith) (16:00) Moving to the Next Level (Trading Faith and Stating Faith) (18:00) Finishing Strong (Fading Faith and Saving Faith) (18:30) Even if we have to start with baby faith or maybe faith, we can become empowered to let go of our lazy faith, trust God through our hazy faith, and learn to live a lifestyle of crazy faith. Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2027. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside. |
bible study on faith: Teaching Biblical Faith Jack L. Seymore, 2015 Cultivate a whole congregation approach to Bible study. |
bible study on faith: The Armor of God - Bible Study Book Priscilla Shirer, 2015-08 The Armor of God, more than merely a biblical description of the believer's inventory, is an action plan for putting it on and developing a personalized strategy to secure victory. |
bible study on faith: Faith Dale Larsen, Sandy Larsen, 2011-10-18 If you ever struggle with uncertainties about faith, you'll find good company in the pages of the Bible. Dale and Sandy Larsen lead you through nine LifeGuide® Bible studies on people who struggled with faith to encourage you in your journey to deeper trust. |
bible study on faith: The Lost Letters of Pergamum Bruce Longenecker, 2016-04-19 A Fascinating Glimpse into the World of the New Testament Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's history sparks Antipas's interest, and they begin corresponding. While the account is fictional, the author is a highly respected New Testament scholar who weaves reliable historical information into a fascinating story, offering a fresh, engaging, and creative way to learn about the New Testament world. The first edition has been widely used in the classroom (over 30,000 copies sold). This updated edition, now with improved readability and narrative flow, will bring the social and political world of Jesus and his first followers to life for many more students of the Bible. |
bible study on faith: Hebrews - Revelation David E. Garland, 2011-01-04 Continuing a Gold Medallion Award-winning legacy, the completely revised Expositor's Bible Commentary puts world-class biblical scholarship in your hands. A staple for students, teachers, and pastors worldwide, The Expositor's Bible Commentary (EBC) offers comprehensive yet succinct commentary from scholars committed to the authority of the Holy Scriptures. The EBC uses the New International Version of the Bible, but the contributors work from the original Hebrew and Greek languages and refer to other translations when useful. Each section of the commentary includes: An introduction: background information, a short bibliography, and an outline An overview of Scripture to illuminate the big picture The complete NIV text Extensive commentary Notes on textual questions, key words, and concepts Reflections to give expanded thoughts on important issues The series features 56 contributors, who: Believe in the divine inspiration, complete trustworthiness, and full authority of the Bible Have demonstrated proficiency in the biblical book that is their specialty Are committed to the church and the pastoral dimension of biblical interpretation Represent geographical and denominational diversity Use a balanced and respectful approach toward marked differences of opinion Write from an evangelical viewpoint For insightful exposition, thoughtful discussion, and ease of use—look no further than The Expositor's Bible Commentary. |
bible study on faith: Foundational Faith John Koessler, 2003-04-01 At various times, some within the Protestant community have compromised core Christian principles to fit the times. Challenging these truths, many members of the evangelical community have stood up for the key doctrines that, in their view, remain essential to the Christian faith. In Foundational Faith, John Koessler, a professor at Moody Bible Institute, joins several of his colleagues in introducing fundamental truths of the Christian faith to a generation increasingly unfamiliar with the original and true essence of Christianity. |
bible study on faith: Little Faith, Big God Debbie W Wilson, 2020 God isn't looking for heroes of faith. A thriving relationship with God is not built on our perfect performance but on our trust in a gracious Savior. Hebrews 11 reveals one superheroš€šJesus. Our God delights in flawed followers who trust him in the daily aspects of their lives. He designed spiritual growth to be an ongoing journey of faith and delights in who you are becoming. By exploring the lives of the people mentioned in Hebrews 11, Little Faith, Big God will inspire you to persevere in your faith through the examples of biblical men and women who failed, got up again, finished well, and were commended by God. With biblical principles to separate false hope from real faith, present-day stories to encourage you, and guiding questions to invite personal reflection, application, and discussion, Little Faith, Big God will equip you to trade your self-made superhero cape for a dynamic, grace-filled relationship with our big God. |
bible study on faith: Martin Luther's Easter Book Martin Luther, 1997-11-01 This powerful book of passages from Martin Luther's Easter sermons portrays the reformer's lasting thoughts on faith, human imperfection, salvation through grace, and the wonder of God. The sermons explore events from Holy Week through the Resurrection. They combine marvelous insights with inspiring calls to action that are so characteristic of the great reformer: The resurrection consists not in words, but in life and power. |
bible study on faith: She Reads Truth Raechel Myers, Amanda Bible Williams, 2016-10-04 Born out of the experiences of hundreds of thousands of women who Raechel and Amanda have walked alongside as they walk with the Lord, She Reads Truth is the message that will help you understand the place of God's Word in your life. |
bible study on faith: How to Give Away Your Faith Bible Study Paul E. Little, 2019-10-15 If you want to talk about Jesus but you're not sure what to say—or how to say it—this Bible study guide is for you. These six studies, based on Paul Little's classic How to Give Away Your Faith, will deepen your understanding of the essentials of faith and strengthen your confidence as you talk with others about the best news of all. |
bible study on faith: Why Do You Believe That Mary Jo Sharp, 2012-10-15 Join Mary Jo in a practical 7-session study and gain understanding and skill to share Jesus effectively with others, and you'll better understand your own faith. Answer your doubts, build your confidence, and start changing lives. |
bible study on faith: Holy Bible Kenneth Copeland, 2017 |
bible study on faith: The Truth - Bible Study Book Lifeway Adults, 2015-07 The Truth Bible Study Book helps disciples answer the question What does a disciple believe? Many people will claim Christianity, but do they really know what they believe? Do they know the doctrines of the faith? The Truth challenges group members to take a deeper dive into six core doctrines: God as triune creator, the reality of sin, the Person and work of Christ, the kingdom of God, and the church. This disciple-making resource emphasizes practice and mentoring for group settings of multiple sizes to explore the primary doctrines of a disciple of Jesus. Like all the releases in the Disciples Path series, The Truth uses teaching, questions, conversation, exercises, and individual study to facilitate transformational discipleship. The sessions include: 1. The Doctrine of God 2. The Doctrine of Man 3. The Person and Work of Christ 4. The Kingdom of God 5. The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit 6. The Doctrine of the Church The study includes an introduction to the weekly session topic, guided prayer options, and Scripture focus with text and narrative explanation that drives the weekly meeting. Also included each week are discussion questions and group exercises that reinforce the primary teaching points of each topic. Individual study and out-of-group activities have all been crafted to help users take their next step as disciples of Christ. These optional activities include but are not limited to reading plans, prayer exercises, personal study, and journaling. Features: Bible study format, content, and activities created and written by practicing disciple-makers Individual exercises to provide opportunities to practice discipleship A personal Bible study plan Benefits: Understand the essential doctrines of the Christian faith. Facilitate transformation through modeling and practice. Use as a handbook for one-on-one or two-on-one discipleship situations. Lead effectively--requires minimal leader preparation and allows the facilitator to model what it means to be a disciple. Initiate an intentional discipleship path with individuals or groups. |
bible study on faith: How to Turn Your Faith Loose Kenneth E. Hagin, 1968 With your mouth you are either going to give God dominion over you, or you're goint to give Satan dominion over you. Quit talking the devil's language and start talking God's language. |
bible study on faith: Walk Thru Faith, A Baker Publishing Group, 2010-07 Poets living in the American West often muse about the rolling cheatgrass, gnarled stands of scrub oak, winding horseshoe cliffs, the scent of freshly-cut ponderosa, and even the occasional mountain-hardened rustler shielding himself against a grey winter squall. Howe's poems are Western but unmistakably modern, drawn from the astute observation of humanity of both rural and urban settings. Her weekly commute from the heart of Sanpete County to Utah Valley causes her to reflect on her culture and to contemplate recent events as she winds through the long, broad canyons. She sees an occasional deer chased from the road, pinyon jays, and magpies. She thinks about death, marriage, blood, and yes, even the dreamy (and occasionally steamy), country girl's attraction to men. In her verse, she journeys into the psyche of several women: Charles Dickens's wife Catheri≠ Charlotte Brontë; an Argentine woman who unknowingly carried a fetus for several years; a woman whose pet snake tried to squeeze her to death. She recalls the rhododendrons of Kew Gardens, the house of Shakespeare's grandmother, the sheep of Ireland, and the dogs of the Sierra Madres, but mostly she writes about the Mountain West and her home there. |
bible study on faith: The International Standard Bible Encyclopaedia James Orr, 1943 |
bible study on faith: Our Hope Has Come Lifeway Women, 2021-10 In this 5-session Advent study, take a closer look at the Christmas story and the hope revealed in the lives of people in the Bible whose obedience and yeses to God's plans, even in difficult times, gave them great joy and led to God's glory in their lives and generations to come. As we explore the hope that Jesus brings, we'll learn to trust God's care for us as His beloved children in both times of abundance and times of lament. No matter what you're facing, at just the right time, in the fullness of time, God will act on your behalf too. In fact, He already has. In the advent season, we celebrate God's kindness to us, even as we wait on the future hope to come. Features: Personal study segments with homework to complete between 5 weeks of group sessions Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Beautiful, full-color interior to enhance the study experience Specific Advent activities for kids, students, and adults Benefits: Be encouraged to obey God despite difficult circumstances. Be reminded that God, in His sovereignty, works on behalf of His children at just the right time. Study the Christmas story and many of the individual stories of God's people in the Bible to capture the wonder of the holiday season. Consider how your testimony of faith may extend to generations in the future. |
bible study on faith: Jude - Bible Study Book Jackie Hill Perry, 2019-10 While often overlooked, the Book of Jude remains as relevant today as the time it was written. God has commanded His beloved church to do the necessary work of contending for the faith in a world of unbelief, and as we do, He will keep us from falling into the same deception. In this 7-session study from Jackie Hill Perry, dive into themes of being called, loved, and kept, and learn how to point others to Jesus in grace and truth. We serve others well when we share the whole gospel with them, not just the parts deemed attractive by our culture. Features: Leader helps to guide questions and discussions within small groups Personal study segments to complete between 7 weeks of group sessions Verse-by-verse study for comprehension and application Interactive teaching videos, approximately 8-20 minutes per session, available for purchase or rent Benefits: Recognize God's Word as an anchor in the ever-shifting cultural climate. Discover your God-given identity in a world of deception. See how this small, obscure book in Scripture still speaks to the church today. |
bible study on faith: Believers Gien Karssen, 2015-05-15 Believers: Lessons from Women of Powerful Faith explores the lives of Hannah, Ruth, Mary, and nine other women from the Bible who believed God, no matter what. Each of these women held on to God, and He took them each down a unique path—just as He is doing for you. Through Gien Karssen’s vivid storytelling and deep insights, the lives of these biblical women will instruct and inspire you to embrace a more vibrant faith in your own life, no matter what. The stories you read will remind you of people you know, and maybe even of yourself. Each book in the Her Name Is Woman series brings alive women of the Bible. As you grapple with God’s role in each woman’s life, you will be motivated to live your own life wholeheartedly for God. Each chapter includes relevant Scripture passages and Bible study questions that have made the Her Name Is Woman series a favorite guide for Bible studies and small groups. |
bible study on faith: James: Recipe for a Living Faith - Adams - Bible Study on James Leah Adams, 2020-08 Long before smart phones and the digital lifestyle appeared on the horizon, James spoke wisdom to anyone who will listen: Blessed are doers of the word, not hearers only. Information is great but even the best information, the word of God, is incomplete without action. Action is the real currency of the twenty-first century. James: Recipe for a Living Faith is a six-week instruction manual on the Christian faith, penned by James, a younger brother of Jesus. In this study, the reader will consider topics that are essential to a dynamic and powerful faith journey: faith and works, staying faithful under persecution, partiality in the body of Christ, patience, the importance of taming the tongue, and prayer |
bible study on faith: Jude - Teen Girls' Bible Study Book Jackie Hill Perry, 2019-10 This seven-session Bible study for teen girls on the book of Jude will lead students to see God's Word as an anchor in today's ever-shifting cultural climate. |
Bible Study on Faith (Complete Guide) – The Biblical Foundation
The Bible defines faith as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). In other words, faith is an active force that brings substance to our hope and …
Bible Study Lesson Outlines – Easy-to-Follow Outlines to Promote …
Easy-to-Follow Outlines to Promote Daily Devotionals, Discussion, and Fellowship.
What Is Faith? - Free Bible Study Guides
The Bible says that without faith we can't please God and that the goal of our faith is salvation. God wants us to have living faith so we can grow in our relationship with Him. So what is faith, …
What Does the Bible Say About Faith? 7 Truths to Know - Bible Study Tools
Jun 19, 2019 · Everyone has faith in something or someone. Every person lives his or her life based on some sort of belief system. But what does the Bible say about faith? Let’s explore …
Printable Bible Study Lessons On Faith - In Faith Blog
The Bible is filled with stories and principles that teach us what faith is, how to grow our faith, and how faith plays an active role in our life. So far, I’ve written 3 Bible studies on the topic of faith, …
How Do You Build Real Faith? | LCG Article - Living Church of God
Study what the Bible reveals about faith. Read and meditate on the examples of faith described in Hebrews 11. Read the original accounts in the Old Testament. Determine what lessons you …
What Is Faith According to Hebrews 11? - Bible Study Tools
Apr 3, 2020 · While the whole Bible resonates with faith, sometimes Hebrews 11 is referred to as the “faith hall of fame.” According to Hebrews 11, faith is believing that God exists, that he …
What "Faith of a Mustard Seed" Means and Looks Like - Bible Study Tools
Nov 6, 2023 · Jesus spoke about the power of faith several times in His teachings and used multiple metaphors to explain what faith is and how important it is. One of the most powerful is …
Faith - Bible Study Guide
Bible study on faith. We must become obedient to the faith to be saved. The faith (i.e., the gospel) was delivered once for all to the saints (Jude 1:3). Faith is the substance of things hoped for, …
What does the Bible say about faith? | GotQuestions.org
Jul 30, 2024 · A biblical definition of faith reaches beyond mere belief—the simple acknowledgment that God exists—into the realm of trust. Genuine faith involves abandoning …
Bible Study on Faith (Complete Guide) – The Biblical Foundation
The Bible defines faith as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). In other words, faith is an active force that brings substance to our hope and provides current evidence to what we cannot see.
Bible Study Lesson Outlines – Easy-to-Follow Outlines to Promote …
Easy-to-Follow Outlines to Promote Daily Devotionals, Discussion, and Fellowship.
What Is Faith? - Free Bible Study Guides
The Bible says that without faith we can't please God and that the goal of our faith is salvation. God wants us to have living faith so we can grow in our relationship with Him. So what is faith, and how do we receive it and grow in it?
What Does the Bible Say About Faith? 7 Truths to Know - Bible Study Tools
Jun 19, 2019 · Everyone has faith in something or someone. Every person lives his or her life based on some sort of belief system. But what does the Bible say about faith? Let’s explore seven key things the Bible teaches us about our faith in God.
Printable Bible Study Lessons On Faith - In Faith Blog
The Bible is filled with stories and principles that teach us what faith is, how to grow our faith, and how faith plays an active role in our life. So far, I’ve written 3 Bible studies on the topic of faith, and am working on a few more. 1. Faith Makes Us Right With God. 2. Faith is a Foundational Feeling. 3. Faith and Persistent Prayer.
How Do You Build Real Faith? | LCG Article - Living Church of God
Study what the Bible reveals about faith. Read and meditate on the examples of faith described in Hebrews 11. Read the original accounts in the Old Testament. Determine what lessons you can draw from these accounts. Learn and grow. Stir up God’s Spirit. Faith is a gift of the Holy Spirit.
What Is Faith According to Hebrews 11? - Bible Study Tools
Apr 3, 2020 · While the whole Bible resonates with faith, sometimes Hebrews 11 is referred to as the “faith hall of fame.” According to Hebrews 11, faith is believing that God exists, that he rewards those who seek him and that we can hope in him because his promises will always be true.
What "Faith of a Mustard Seed" Means and Looks Like - Bible Study Tools
Nov 6, 2023 · Jesus spoke about the power of faith several times in His teachings and used multiple metaphors to explain what faith is and how important it is. One of the most powerful is that faith can be like a mustard seed.
Faith - Bible Study Guide
Bible study on faith. We must become obedient to the faith to be saved. The faith (i.e., the gospel) was delivered once for all to the saints (Jude 1:3). Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
What does the Bible say about faith? | GotQuestions.org
Jul 30, 2024 · A biblical definition of faith reaches beyond mere belief—the simple acknowledgment that God exists—into the realm of trust. Genuine faith involves abandoning all human reliance on self-efforts and placing total dependence upon God’s character, His actions, and His promises, as revealed in His Word.