B J Lawson

C mo Sabes que Dios es Tu Padre? / How Do You Know God's Your Father? (40 Minute Study) Est s seguro que eres un hijo de Dios? C mo lo sabes? La clave para una paz, confianza y gozo duradero en la vida cristiana es estar seguro de qui n eres y de Qui n eres. Este estudio paso a paso de 1 de Juan puede ayudarte a descubrir si eres o no un verdadero hijo de Dios. Al notar la forma en que la Biblia describe las diferencias entre los hijos de Dios y los hijos de Satan s, puedes obtener un mejor entendimiento de cu l es tu situaci n con Dios. A trav s de este estudio, ver s c mo tu estilo de vida reflejar el car cter de Aquel a quien le perteneces. Profundiza en la primera carta del ap stol Juan con el equipo de Precepto y descubre lo que significa caminar en la luz en lugar de la oscuridad. How Do You Know God's Your Father? Are you sure you're a child of God? How do you know? The key to lasting peace, confidence, and joy in the Christian life is knowing for sure who you are and Whose you are. This step-by-step walk through 1 John can help you discover whether or not you are a true child of God. By taking note of the way the Bible describes the differences between God's children and those of Satan, you can gain clearer insight into where you stand with God. Through this study you will see how your lifestyle will reflect the character of the One to whom you belong. Dig into the Apostle John's first letter with Kay Arthur and David and B.J. Lawson. And discover what it means to walk in the light instead of darkness.

Edificando Un Matrimonio Que En Verdad Funcione El plan para construir un amor que dure. El matrimonio empieza con ilusi n de un amor eterno, esperanza y felicidad. Pero, incluso entre cristianos, la esperanza se disipa pronto. La felicidad se aten a. Y el amor pareciera ser demasiado dif cil de sustentar. No tiene que ser as . Dios dise el matrimonio para que fuera una relaci n satisfactoria y gratificante y l cre al hombre y a la mujer para que juntos y como una sola carne pudieran reflejar Su amor por el mundo. El matrimonio, cuando es vivido como Dios lo dise , nos llena, nos trae gozo y da a nuestras vidas significado. En este estudio, examinar s el dise o de Dios para el matrimonio y aprender s, desde la perspectiva del Dise ador, lo que significa ser un esposo o esposa piadoso. Descubrir s sabidur a b blica para alcanzar la armon a en reas dif ciles como las finanzas, comunicaci n y el respeto por el rol de cada uno. Pero lo m s importante, aprender s los principios que necesitas para edificar un amor que perdure. Building A Marriage That Really Works A Blueprint for Building a Love that Lasts Marriage begins with visions of eternal love, hope, and happiness. Yet, even among Christians, hope too quickly fades. The happiness dims. And love seems too hard to sustain. It doesn't have to be that way. God designed marriage to be a satisfying, fulfilling relationship, and He created men and women so that they-together, and as one flesh-could reflect His love for the world. Marriage, when lived out as God intended, makes us complete, it brings us joy, and gives our lives fresh meaning. In this study, you'll examine God's design for marriage, and you'll learn, from the Designer's perspective, what it means to be a godly husband or wife. You'll discover biblical wisdom for pursuing harmony in difficult areas such as finances, communication, and respect for each other's roles. Most important, you'll learn the principles you need to build a love that lasts.

C mo Tomar Decisiones Que No Lamentar s? C mo tomar decisiones de las que no te arrepentir s m s adelante? Puede que te preguntes c mo terminaste donde te encuentras, si tu vida hubiera sido mejor si hubieras tomado decisiones diferentes a lo largo del camino. O tal vez tu situaci n actual es grandiosa, pero est s enfrentando algunas decisiones dif ciles. Dios quiere ayudarte. Cada d a, t y yo enfrentamos innumerables decisiones, algunas de las cuales tienen el potencial de cambiar el curso de nuestras vidas para siempre. Ciertos caminos abiertos a nosotros est n marcados con escollos o llevan a direcciones da inas. Y en algunas circunstancias la decisi n equivocada puede incluso traer la muerte. A d nde vas por direcci n? Qu haces cuando enfrentas la tentaci n? C mo sabes qu decisi n tomar? Este estudio responde esas preguntas explorando el rol de la Escritura y el Esp ritu Santo en el proceso, as como examina la toma de decisiones de personas como David, Jos as, Eva y Jes s. Como resultado, oramos de que seas equipado para tomar decisiones que den gloria a Dios y paz a tu coraz n. How to Make Choices You Won't Regret How to make choices now that you won't regret later. You may be wondering how you ended up where you are, whether your life would have been better if you had made different decisions along the way. Or maybe your current situation is great, but you're facing some difficult choices. God wants to help you. Every day you and I are faced with innumerable decisions, some of which have the potential to change the course of our lives forever. Certain avenues open to us are marked with hidden pitfalls or lead in harmful directions. And in some instances the wrong choice can even bring death. Where do you go for direction? What do you do when faced with temptation? How do you decide what choices to make? This study answers those questions by exploring the role of Scripture and the Holy Spirit in the process, as well as examining the decision-making of people such as David, Josiah, Eve, and Jesus. As a result, my friend, I pray you will be equipped to make choices that bring honor to God and peace to your heart. Kay Arthur

Guerra Espiritual: Venciendo al Enemigo Est s preparado para la batalla? Sea que lo tengas en cuenta o no, vives en medio de un combate espiritual. Tu enemigo, el diablo, es peligroso, destructivo y est determinado a evitar que sirvas efectivamente a Dios. Para poder defenderte contra sus ataques, necesitas saber c mo opera el enemigo. A trav s de este estudio de seis semanas obtendr s un conocimiento completo de las t cticas y maquinaciones del enemigo. A medida que descubres la verdad acerca de Satan s - incluyendo los l mites de su poder - estar s equipado para permanecer firme contra sus ataques y desarrollar una estrategia para vivir diariamente en victoria. Spiritual Warfare: Overcoming the Enemy Are You Prepared For Battle? Whether you realize it or not, you live in the midst of spiritual combat. Your enemy, the devil, is dangerous, destructive, and determined to keep you from effectively serving God. In order to defend yourself against his attacks, you need to know how the enemy operates. Through this six-week study you will gain a thorough knowledge of the enemy's tactics and schemes. As you discover the truth about Satan-including the limits of his power-you will be equipped to stand firm against his attacks and to develop a strategy for living daily in victory.

Volviendo Tu Coraz n Hacia Dios Descubre lo que realmente significa ser bendecido En el Serm n del Monte, Jes s identific actitudes que traen el favor de Dios: Llorar por el pecado, demostrar mansedumbre, mostrar misericordia, cultivar la paz y m s. Algunas de estas frases se han vuelto tan familiares que hemos perdido el sentido de lo que significan. En este poderoso estudio, obtendr s un fresco entendimiento de c mo ser a alinear tu vida a las prioridades de Dios. Aqu descubrir s por qu la palabra bendici n significa caminar en la plenitud y satisfacci n de Dios, sin importar tus circunstancias. A medida que miras m s de cerca el significado detr s de cada una de las Bienaventuranzas, ver s c mo estas verdades pueden moldear tus decisiones cada d a - y llevarte m s de cerca al coraz n de Dios. Turning Your Heart Towards God Discover What It Really Means to Be Blessed In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus identified attitudes that bring God's favor: weeping over sin, demonstrating meekness, showing mercy, nurturing peace, and more. Some of these phrases have become so familiar that we've lost sight of their meaning. In this powerful study, you will gain a fresh understanding of what it looks like to align your life with God's priorities. Here you will discover anew why the word blessed mean walking the fulness and satisfaction of God, no matter your circumstances. As you look closely at the meaning behind each of the Beatitudes, you will see how these truths can shape your choices every day--and bring you closer to the heart of God.

Distracciones Fatales: Conquistando Tentaciones Destructivas Est el pecado amenazando tu progreso espiritual? Cualquier tipo de pecado puede minar la efectividad del creyente, pero ciertos pecados pueden enraizarse profundamente en nuestras vidas - a n sin que nos demos cuenta - que se vuelven fatales para nuestro crecimiento espiritual. En este estudio observaremos seis de los pecados "mortales" que amenazan el progreso espiritual: Orgullo, Ira, Celos, Gula, Pereza y Avaricia. Aprender s a identificar las maneras sutiles en las cuales estas distracciones fatales pueden invadir tu vida y estar s equipado para conquistar las tentaciones destructivas para que puedas madurar en tu caminar con Cristo. Fatal Distractions: Conquering Destructive Temptations Is Sin Threatening Your Spiritual Progress? Any type of sin can undermine a believer's effectiveness, but certain sins can become so deeply rooted in our lives-even without our realizing-that they become fatal to our spiritual growth. This study looks at six of the "deadly" sins that threaten spiritual progress: Pride, Anger, Jealousy, Gluttony, Slothfulness, and Greed. You'll learn to identify the subtle ways in which these fatal distractions can invade your life, and you'll be equipped to conquer these destructive temptations so you can mature in your journey with Christ.

Entendiendo los Dones Espirituales - by Kay Arthur and David and BJ Lawson - (6-week study) Los lectores de todas las edades encontrar n nuevo est mulo para poner sus propios dones espirituales nicos a trabajar a trav s de los conocimientos que adquieren en este estudio sin tarea de seis semanas. Al guiar a los lectores a trav s de pasajes b blicos espec ficos de Romanos, 1 Corintios 12, Efesios y 1 Pedro 4, este estudio les ayudar a entender qu tipo de dones espirituales le son otorgados a las diferentes personas, de d nde vienen y a qu prop sito sirven. Adicionalmente a ser desafiados a hacer uso de sus dones personales, los cristianos obtendr n una apreciaci n m s profunda de las nicas y maravillosas maneras en que cada individuo contribuye a la vida de toda la iglesia. Understanding Spiritual Gifts - by Kay Arthur and David and BJ Lawson - (6 -week study) Readers of all ages will find fresh encouragement for putting their own unique spiritual gifts to work through the insights they gain in this six-week, no-homework study. By guiding readers through specific Bible passages in Romans, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians, and 1 Peter 4, this study helps them understand what type of spiritual gifts are given to various people, where those gifts come from, and what purpose they serve. In addition to being challenged to make use of their own personal gifts, Christians will gain a deeper appreciation of the unique and wonderful ways each individual contributes to the life of the whole church.

Discover What It Really Means to Be Blessed In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus identified attitudes that bring God's favor: weeping over sin, demonstrating meekness, showing mercy, nurturing peace, and more. Some of these phrases have become so familiar that we've lost sight of their meaning. In this powerful study, you will gain a fresh understanding of what it looks like to align your life with God's priorities. Here you will discover anew why the word blessed mean walking the fulness and satisfaction of God, no matter your circumstances. As you look closely at the meaning behind each of the Beatitudes, you will see how these truths can shape your choices every day--and bring you closer to the heart of God. 40 Minutes a Week Could Change Your Life! The 40-Minute Bible Studies series from the teaching team at Precept Ministries International tackles the topics that matter to you. These inductive study guides, designed to be completed in just six 40-minute lessons with no homework required, help you discover for yourself what God says and how it applies to your life today.With the leader's notes and Bible passages included right in the book, each self-contained study is a powerful resource for personal growth and small-group discussion.

What Are Spiritual Gifts? The subject of spiritual gifts can seem complicated: Who has spiritual gifts--"spiritual people" or everybody? What are spiritual gifts anyway? Understanding Spiritual Gifts takes you straight to God's Word to discover answers from the Gift-Giver Himself. As you dig into Bible passages about God's design for each of us, you'll find out that spiritual gifts aren't complicated--but they are life-changing. Here you will uncover what spiritual gifts are, where they come from, who has them, how they are received, and how they work within the church. As you study, you will have a new vision for how you can use your God-given gifts to bring hope to your home, your church, and a hurting world. 40 Minutes a Week Could Change Your Life! The 40-Minute Bible Studies series from the teaching team at Precept Ministries International tackles the topics that matter to you. These inductive study guides, designed to be completed in just six 40-minute lessons with no homework required, help you discover for yourself what God says and how it applies to your life today.With the leader's notes and Bible passages included right in the book, each self-contained study is a powerful resource for personal growth and small-group discussion.

What Does God Really Want from You? It's easy to get confused about how to please God. One Bible teacher details a long list of the commands you should be keeping. The next teacher says only grace matters. Who is right? Centuries ago, in answer to this question, Jesus simplified all the rules and regulations of the Law into just two great commands: love God and love people. "Loving God and Others" looks at how these two commands define the heart of Christian faith. As you rest in the certain knowledge of what God calls you to, you will be challenged to live these commands out--and discover how obeying Jesus' simple commands will transform not only your life but also the lives of those around you.

A Blueprint for Building a Love that Lasts Marriage begins with visions of eternal love, hope, and happiness. Yet, even among Christians, hope too quickly fades. The happiness dims. And love seems too hard to sustain. It doesn't have to be that way. God designed marriage to be a satisfying, fulfilling relationship, and He created men and women so that they-together, and as one flesh-could reflect His love for the world. Marriage, when lived out as God intended, makes us complete, it brings us joy, and gives our lives fresh meaning. In this study, you'll examine God's design for marriage, and you'll learn, from the Designer's perspective, what it means to be a godly husband or wife. You'll discover biblical wisdom for pursuing harmony in difficult areas such as finances, communication, and respect for each other's roles. Most important, you'll learn the principles you need to build a love that lasts.

The Making of a Leader-God's Way God calls every one of His people to positions of leadership and influence-in our homes, communities, churches, and ultimately the world. But true leadership involves more than simply being the person out front; it means living a life worth following. In this study of four important leaders of Israel-Eli, Samuel, Saul, and David-you'll explore key leadership principles, including how to make wise decisions under pressure, deal effectively with mistakes, and set a course that others will follow. Most important, you'll learn what God expects of you-and how you can rise to the call of effective leadership.

Christian men are in the midst of a life-long process. They're being transformed by the renewing of their minds, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, they're crucifying the sinful nature with its passions and desires. But the world, the flesh, and the devil go to great lengths to thwart the process. Our culture is obsessed with sex. Pornography, declining morals, pervasive visual stimulation, rampant divorce, and epidemic adultery. They all reflect ungodly passions. And inflame impure thoughts. In this six-week study you'll learn that God has provided everything you need to resist temptation. Through the examples of men in Scripture-those who fell into sin and those who stood firm-you'll find hope for controlling your passions. You' ll learn how to choose the path of purity. And you'll find assurance that through the power of the Holy Spirit and God's Word, you can escape the corruption of this world and one day stand before God blameless and pure.

Does God really care about your sex life? In a culture saturated with sex, many find it hard to believe the Creator of the universe cares about this facet of their lives. Others are confused about where to draw the line to avoid going "too far." Married or single, you need to know what God says about sex. After all, He's the one who designed this priceless gift and set clear boundaries to protect it. This candid study will help you weigh the messages of our culture against the truth of God's Word. As you learn about the Designer's original intent for sex, you'll gain valuable insights to guide your daily choices.