Old Testament Challenge Volume 4: Pursuing Spiritual Authenticity Discussion Guide

by John Ortberg with Kevin and Sherry Harney

• ISBN13: 9780310251446
• ISBN10: 0310251443
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-01
• Publisher: Harpercollins Christian Pub

Summary

Discover the Life-Changing Relevance of the Old TestamentPursuing Spiritual AuthenticityDoes God really speak to people? Can we still hear his voice and follow his leading in a way that will bring transformation to our lives? Do the words of God connect in a way that will penetrate the human heart and shape us into all we hope and dream we can become? The answer is a crystal-clear yes!The words of the prophets trumpet across the centuries, calling us to authentic spiritual lives. God longs to see his character mirrored in each of us. This small group study takes you though the words of the prophets and unveils truths that will help you enter new levels of spiritual maturity.The Old Testament Challenge small group series is a high-impact tool for discovering the power and relevance of the Old Testament. This innovative series combines Bible study with an enjoyable, interactive format to help you and your group experience God's Word as it really is: energetic, immediate, and life-transforming.Other Old Testament Challenge Small Group Discussion Guides1-Creating a New Community: Life-Changing Stories from the Pentateuch (9 Sessions)2-Stepping Out in Faith: Life-Changing Examples from the History of Israel (7 Sessions)3-Developing a Heart for God: Life-Changing Lessons from the Wisdom Books(8 Sessions)

Author Biography

John Ortberg is a teaching pastor at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in, California. He previously served as a teaching pastor at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois. He has written for christianity Today and is a frequent contributor to Leadership Journal Kevin and Sherry Harney serve together at Corinth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where Kevin is senior pastor and Sherry is the director of the children's ministry team

Table of Contents

Introduction	7	(2)
1 Elijah: Holding Steady in a Roller Coaster World	9	(8)
Leader's Notes	75
2 Elisha: Receiving a Spiritual Legacy	17	(8)
Leader's Notes	80
3 Amos: How to Measure a Life	25	(8)
Leader's Notes	85
4 Isaiah: Pursuing Spiritual Authenticity	33	(8)
Leader's Notes	89
5 Hezekiah: Radical Trust	41	(8)
Leader's Notes	94
6 Micah: Doing Justice	49	(8)
Leader's Notes	99
7 Jeremiah: When God Gives a Hard Assignment	57	(8)
Leader's Notes	102
8 The Life-Giving Power of Hope	65
Leader's Notes	107