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Stop whoring with other gods and follow the real God of the universe. This was the basic message of Hosea to his people. He wanted to help the citizens of Israel and Judah continue a relationship with the God that lead their forefathers from the nadirs of slavery. Hosea showed God’s love not only with words but by action in marrying a prostitute. This unconventional marriage from the prophet was an active symbol of God’s love to people who worshiped man made idols and earthly creations. Restoring the Fallen is a Bible study on the book of Hosea to those who claim to be God’s people.

Offerings and Sacrifices, is about what we bring to God in worship and sometimes what it costs. We like the idea of gaining blessings and a relationship from God but hate the concept of sacrifice and giving something up to obtain it. Worship isn’t just about showing up at church, hearing a good message, singing a random song, being good for a few hours, and then returning to everyday life as though religion is nothing more than a pick me up. Worship is about preparing oneself to come in contact and commune with the Most High.

There is a current onslaught of lies and misinformation spread through various resources. The ability to disseminate false intelligence or slant the truth to benefit oneself is staggering. People can now use news media, create websites, manipulate social media, and disclose personal rumors to reap the rewards of the spread of negative information. Businesses convince customers to change their behavior, making them billions in profits. Political organizations stretch the truth to create hysteria or influence voters to empower their candidates.

It started as a rivalry between two brothers. Promised twins destined to be a nation with the older serving the younger. Esau, the elder of the two men whose loins produced the country of Edom, would often have conflicts with Jacob, whose group of sons formed Israel. Due to internal problems and strife, these two tribes, bonded by blood, would become a fester of pain and struggle towards each other in a land full of hostile empires and nations. During an exile of Israel, a message was sent by the prophet Obadiah to the people who lived on Mount Seir, known as the Edomites.

Out of Darkness is a compact Bible study that journeys through a portion of Jonah’s life. There was a call to action given to Jonah, and this prophet decided to do things his way. That mindset leads to a mysterious rescue and a change of behavior. Some of the themes in this book includes human frailties, inciting prejudices, and the compassion of God. Out of Darkness is perfect for individuals as well as church ministries wanting to encourage their people.

From the Oceanside city of Sheridan Falls are thirteen stories based on its various citizens. Each person has a unique story to tell that brings to life a similar situation from the Bible. All narratives are interconnected and lead to the title story and anchor of the book, “The Golden Image.” The last story asks, “What would you do if the government takes control of religion?” Tales of strength, courage, and determination are displayed by the citizens and young people of Sheridan Falls. Listen to these stories and be inspired to do something great.

“Yet Will I Trust Him”, is a Bible Study on the book of Job. In this life all people go through tragedy and trials. It’s a part of being human and living on this world. Everyone goes through their own problems and the Book of Job deals with this issue head on. Through a series of lessons, “Yet Will I Trust Him”, allows the listener to study the life of a man who suffered a series of misfortunes only to defend himself before society and God. Learn from him and become a stronger person. The book of Job has 42 chapters and this study is broken into 26 lessons.

“Your God Will Be My God” is a Biblical study on the book of Ruth exploring the various truths and lessons we can obtain from studying the title character. This book goes verse by verse into Ruth, comparing concepts and scriptures with many other Bible texts. Regardless of how you plan to study the book of Ruth, take your time and glean from the deep spiritual knowledge given.

In The Beginning is a detailed Bible Study on the book of Genesis. It covers all 50 chapters in twenty-six lessons that are designed for learning and application. Each lesson is divided into two sections. Part one covers the chapters directly from the Bible where as part two allows for deeper thinking and applying the knowledge on a personal level. Genesis is the foundation of the Bible because it states God as being the creator of all things. Then we see the people who proclaimed God but were not always perfect.

The Declaration is an exploration of the book of Zephaniah. It goes through verse by verse and highlights the important themes tailored made for the modern Christian. This Bible study covers topics such as the authority of God, meekness, leadership, and victory over tribulations. If you’re looking for a spiritual self-help book, then devouring the truth from Zephaniah is the best way to go. Be blessed and prepare for God’s declaration in your life.

Most people want to be great or excel at something. The problem isn't the dream but the work to make that dream a reality. As with all goals, there has to be a beginning. Prelude to Greatness is that start to encourage anyone who has a desire to become great in their Spiritual lives. This compact Bible study uses the tools given in the books of Titus and Philemon to help energize the path to reaching your personal goals of greatness.