Exegetical Studies

	*I Really Want to Change... So Help Me God* A study through Romans 6-8 James MacDonald If you're really serious about becoming more like Christ, this book is for you! Offering a biblical, no-nonsense approach, MacDonald presents a 3-part model that will help you tap into God's transforming power. Discover how to target areas of your life in need of change, say no to sin and yes to God, and more. Approx. 224 pages, softcover from Moody. To purchase this book, please click here .
	Restore My Soul A fresh look at Psalm 23 James MacDonald No portion of Scripture, Old or New Testament, is so universally celebrated as Psalm 23. But don't let that familiarity discount its riches. Those apart from Christ might find surface comfort in its truth, but to God's children, Psalm 23 holds the secret to that deep, abundant, victorious Christian life that we all long for. The concepts are simple but deep. The language is picturesque but profound. The promises are eternal, but only for God's children. Pslam 23 is brief - only six verses, which you probably already have memorized. Let Pastor James MacDonald guide you through them in small steps, meditating and thinking through what they mean. C'mon - lie down in God's green pastures for a while. Let him lead you beside still waters. Lay down whatever burden that prompted you to pick up this book and invite Him to restore your soul. Please refer to http://www.walkintheword.com for availability.
	Revelation Joseph M. Stowell The book of Revelation is full of imagery that challenges even the finest Bible scholars. Its symbols and prophecies can be difficult to grasp, but they hold rich meaning for us today. Studying Revelation will give you confidence, courage, and an assurance that God is in control. In the end he will reign eternally and Christians will know the joy of his presence forever. As you see the glory of his kingdom and the joyous worship of those he has redeemed, your own commitment tohim will deepen. To purchase this book, please click here .
	*Runaway Prophet - Jonah* David Jeremiah How is it that most people know the story of Jonah and the whale but have never read the book? While the miracle of the whale is exciting, Jonah is actually a great story for a different reason. The whale is in chapter one, but until you get to the end of the book, you really don’t see the point. The whale is really no more important than the vine, the worn, or the scorching wind. Be forewarned. God went deeper into Jonah’s heard than Jonah did in the depths of a whale. And he might to the same with you! To purchase this book, please click here .

Four series from the book of Acts:

Church on a Mission: The Power of a Christian Community
In the first five chapters of the book of Acts, we step into a river of history that continues to flow even now through the doors of our churches. We are part of the same body of Christ as were the members of the first-century church. Even today, lives are being transformed as the same gospel is proclaimed and God’s power is released. Join James in this seven-message series on how God’s Spirit gives power to His people to build His church.

Church on a Mission: The Power of a Pure Gospel
The power behind a church on fire for God has always been the gospel. Nothing else changes people for eternity. Nothing else has the dynamics to charge up one generation after another.

In Acts 6-10, the gospel was spreading outside Jerusalem's border and the youn church "were increasing in number . . . and the word of God continued to increase." That doesn't just mean more people filled the seats of the synagogue. It also means more of God's Word filled more deeply more of God's people.

But times of blessing can also be times of challenge. As we study these exciting chapters filled with new births, we'll learn how God works in the crucible of oppostiion, actively growing and strengthnening His church.

As our sutdy of Acts continues, we'll discover from Bible teacher James MacDonald how God strongly supports those who stand for the gospel--then and now.

Church on a Mission: The Power of Living for a Mission
In this third study in Acts, “Church on a Mission: Power to the People,” we’ve witnessed the source of the early church’s supernatural power.

In Acts 1-5, we studied the power of Christian community—what we can do when we do it together.

In Acts 6-10, we looked at the power of a pure gospel—what happens when the gospel of Jesus Christ is preached without apology in all of its authority—believed, embraced, and lived out by the people.

In this third series from Acts 11-19, we discover the power of living for a mission—what happens when we lay down our personal agenda and pick up God’s.

Come be a witness to God turning the world upside down through a band of brothers and sisters in Christ intent on living for a mission. Get practical training from James MacDonald in these seven messages on how the Lord fills us with His power to accomplish His mission.

Church on a Mission: The Power of Absolute Surrender
In this fourth and final series in our study of Acts, “Church on a Mission: Power to the People,” we transition from surveying the scope of all God was doing in the first century church to now picking up a magnifying glass and examining the impact of one life completely surrendered to God.

That person of course, was the Apostle Paul, God’s instrument in those early days of the church when amazing opposition led to supernatural results. Paul’s personal mission was to follow Christ to the limit—wherever, whatever, however the Spirit of God directed Him to go.

The power to turn the world upside down was God’s Word, communicated through God’s people committed to God’s purpose and empowered by Jesus Christ Himself, living His life by His Spirit in His followers—then and now.

In these four inspiring messages from James MacDonald about the final days of Acts, you’ll witness the power God gives to anyone who will follow Him in absolute surrender.

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Five series from the book of Hebrews

Don't Stop Now: Look Up
Do you have faith to believe that your very best spiritual days are in front of you?
. . . That your greatest victories are yet in your future?
. . . That God's greatest spiritual provisions are still to come?
. . . That God has spiritual mountains for you to climb?
. . . That there are personal victories that he wants you to experience?
. . . The book of Hebrews calls us on to these things.

When you came to the cross of Christ, it wasn't your destination, it was only the starting line. As great as it is to have forgiveness of sin and the hope of eternity, God didn't just save us to get us into heaven. He saved us to call us to higher ground and deeper things. This is the message of the book of Hebrews. You started strong in the Christian life. You're continuing well. Don't stop now!

First in our year-long series: Look Up! Hebrews 1:1-14
In this first installation of our Hebrews study, the Holy Spirit, speaking though the writer to the Hebrews, holds up the Lord Jesus Christ as worthy of all worship and adoration, the highest treasure, the exact imprint of God's nature, the radiance of God's glory, and the One who holds the universe by the Word of His power. This One, who is the same, yesterday, today, and forever, is greater by far than our highest hopes and greatest aspirations. He is Jesus, God Incarnate. Look up to Him!

Don't Stop Now: Keep Up
Do you have faith to believe that your very best spiritual days are in front of you?
. . . That your greatest victories are yet in your future?
. . . That God's greatest spiritual provisions are still to come?
. . . That God has spiritual mountains for you to climb?
. . . That there are personal victories that he wants you to experience?
. . . The book of Hebrews calls us on to these things.

When you came to the cross of Christ, it wasn't your destination, it was only the starting line. As great as it is to have forgiveness of sin and the hope of eternity, God didn't just save us to get us into heaven. He saved us to call us to higher ground and deeper things. This is the message of the book of Hebrews. You started strong in the Christian life. You're continuing well. Don't stop now!

Keep Up! Hebrews 2-4
Second in our Don’t Stop Now study of the book of Hebrews, Keep Up! is an urgent call to stay on course. When you came to the Cross you made some promises to God that you need to keep. This in-depth study will spur you on to grow in your love for Christ, to hunger more after His Word, and to continue stoking your fire for God’s kingdom. Let these five fervent studies from Pastor James MacDonald revive your heart in passionate commitment to Christ.

Don't Stop Now: Measure Up
Do you have faith to believe that your very best spiritual days are in front of you?
. . . That your greatest victories are yet in your future?
. . . That God's greatest spiritual provisions are still to come?
. . . That God has spiritual mountains for you to climb?
. . . That there are personal victories that he wants you to experience?
. . . The book of Hebrews calls us on to these things.

When you came to the cross of Christ, it wasn't your destination, it was only the starting line. As great as it is to have forgiveness of sin and the hope of eternity, God didn't just save us to get us into heaven. He saved us to call us to higher ground and deeper things. This is the message of the book of Hebrews. You started strong in the Christian life. You're continuing well. Don't stop now!

Measure Up! Hebrews 5-6
Third in our Don't Stop Now study of the book of Hebrews, Measure Up! challenges Christians to greater maturity. Yes, you should remember the awesome thing that happened to you at the cross, but don't stop there! Great things are waiting ahead if you will seek out all that you've received in Christ Jesus. If you're done with milk and want to get on to solid food, these four studies from Pastor James MacDonald will feed your hunger to know more of God's unchanging purpose for you.

Don't Stop Now: Fire Up
Do you have faith to believe that your very best spiritual days are in front of you?
. . . That your greatest victories are yet in your future?
. . . That God's greatest spiritual provisions are still to come?
. . . That God has spiritual mountains for you to climb?
. . . That there are personal victories that he wants you to experience?
. . . The book of Hebrews calls us on to these things.

When you came to the cross of Christ, it wasn't your destination, it was only the starting line. As great as it is to have forgiveness of sin and the hope of eternity, God didn't just save us to get us into heaven. He saved us to call us to higher ground and deeper things. This is the message of the book of Hebrews. You started strong in the Christian life. You're continuing well. Don't stop now!

Fire Up! Renewing Our Passion for Christ - Hebrews 7-10
Have you ever been on fire for God? Have you ever had a passion for Him in your heart that just wouldn’t go away? Your first and best thoughts of the day are about all the Lord Jesus Christ means to you and His Word satisfies your soul. If you’ve ever had that before—then you know you want that vibrant thing with Him again. In this fourth series in our Don’t Stop Now study of Hebrews, Jesus Christ’s Person and work are lifted up in all of His glory, igniting in every believer a fresh new fire for Him.

Don't Stop Now: Step Up
Do you have faith to believe that your very best spiritual days are in front of you?
. . . That your greatest victories are yet in your future?
. . . That God's greatest spiritual provisions are still to come?
. . . That God has spiritual mountains for you to climb?
. . . That there are personal victories that he wants you to experience?
. . . The book of Hebrews calls us on to these things.

When you came to the cross of Christ, it wasn't your destination, it was only the starting line. As great as it is to have forgiveness of sin and the hope of eternity, God didn't just save us to get us into heaven. He saved us to call us to higher ground and deeper things. This is the message of the book of Hebrews. You started strong in the Christian life. You're continuing well. Don't stop now!

Step Up
Our Christian life began when we believed what God said in His Word; it continues the same way. The life of a man or woman of God is characterized by faith. Faith is the funnel through which all grace flows and it is the means by which we get to God. If you feel trapped in a static Christian life, recommit and rekindle your life of faith by applying the truths found in these nine messages from Hebrews 11-13. Step up to all that Christ offers you.

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Three series from the book of Colossians

Surpassing Supremacy of Christ

SUR-PASS-ING
Exceptional in eminent degree; exceeding all others

SU-PREM-A-CY
The quality or condition of superior power or authority; the highest, the greatest

Part 1: Proclaimed: Colossians 1
That’s what Jesus Christ is—He surpasses all others in superiority and supremacy. Colossians tells us that He is what holds the universe together. He is preeminent over all rulers and has first place in everything. That’s Jesus Christ, the author of our salvation, the head of the Body, the church, our peace-maker with God. Hear His authority and deity proclaimed, protected, and practiced in this 3-part series that will forever put in perspective Jesus Christ’s rightful place in the universe and your life.

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Part 2: Protected: Colossians 2
You might be getting ripped off right now and not even realize it. It’s true, someone may have stolen your confidence that Jesus Christ is all that He claims to be—and that’s cheating you out of the joy in your Christian life. Colossians 2 warns us of the ways false teachers and the enemy of our soul robs us of all that is ours in Christ Jesus. Get all the riches Jesus has entitled you to have as God’s child.

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Part 3: Practiced: Colossians 3 & 4
What does life look like when Jesus Christ is in first place in our lives? Make immediate impact on your relationships, your lifestyle and your walk with God with these practical applications from Colossians 3 and 4.

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Just Like Jesus: Learning to Serve in a World of Selfishness: Studies in the book of Mark

Do you long to experience the abundant life that Jesus offers? Are you frustrated that it often seems just beyond your grasp?

The world in which we live is very selfish. We may think that we are gaining by focusing on meeting our own needs, but we are really losing. Mark 10:45 says that Jesus “did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” May God use this series on the life of Christ to move each of us toward the goal of living and serving just like Jesus.

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