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I'll never grow up. Sometimes we feel a little like Peter Pan. We'd rather be children, free of obligations and responsibilities. Sometimes we even feel that way about our Christian lives. The writers of Peter & Jude understand how difficult it is to grow into maturity. But they show us how God provides direction and comfort when we travel dark roads, and show us what it takes to be mature in Christ. This revised edition features questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a 'now or later' section in each study.

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Some chose to follow God. Others followed only fame and fortune. They lived through times of difficulty and times of triumph, through political and emotional turmoil, through popularity and through discontent. This ten-session LifeBuilder Bible Study focuses on the character of the Kings of the Old Testament and what we can learn from them. For over three decades LifeBuilder Bible Studies have provided solid biblical content and raised thought-provoking questions—making for a one-of-a-kind Bible study experience for individuals and groups. This series has more than 120 titles on Old and New Testament books, character studies, and topical studies.

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For some Christians, listening to God is a constant inner tuning to nudges from the Spirit as we go about our day. Others seem to hear God mostly through Scripture. How did the people of the Bible, like Hagar, Moses, Solomon and John, hear God? Ten studies from the Old and New Testaments encourage us to learn about the spiritual discipline of listening to God.

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God created us to thrive in one another's presence. Friends help us to mature emotionally and spiritually. Friends love us no matter what. Friends teach us about forgiveness. These 12 studies introduce us to biblical principles for friendship and to powerful stories about friends in the Bible. They will encourage you to discover the riches of godly friendship. Part of the top-selling Lifebuilder series that has helped millions of people dig deeper into the Bible, individually and in groups. Featuring questions for starting group discussions and for meeting God in personal reflection, as well as a ‘now or later’ section in each study.

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Money and work: just the words themselves can cause anxiety. Mortgages, saving for retirement and bottom lines can easily overwhelm us to the point of despair. But God, who "gives us richly all things to enjoy," wants his people to live in freedom, trusting him and learning to manage our gifts wisely and generously. By pointing to his trustworthiness and generosity, these studies can help you rest in the peace he offers. These ten studies cover subjects such as "What is my time worth?", "What's Tempting About Power?" , "How Much is Enough?", "Does My Property Own Me?", "How Much Is Too much?", "What If I Lose It All?".

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