Back in 2020, our class decided to do a study laser-focused on Jesus. We chose N. T. Wright’s Simply Jesus. In it, Wright covers many aspects of Jesus’ life, including a deeper understanding of his mission on earth and how it relates to us today.
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Will Willimon is a retired United Methodist Church pastor and bishop, former Dean of the Chapel at Duke University, and masterful speaker and writer. Several years ago, our church decided to do a congregation-wide study of his Why Jesus? It was a wonderful thing being able to discuss this book with anyone and everyone in the congregation during the study.
Read More & DownloadMere Christianity – C.S. Lewis
At some point in your life, you’ve no doubt encountered the works of C.S. Lewis. This prolific and influential Christian author of the 20th century left behind quite a legacy – from his colorful The Chronicles of Narnia series to his well-reasoned arguments for the Christian faith in Mere Christianity.
Read More & DownloadThe Difficult Words of Jesus: A Beginner’s Guide to His Most Perplexing Teachings – Amy-Jill Levine
I wasn’t planning on my next post being yet another one from Amy-Jill Levine, but I found out that another Sunday School class at our church was just starting The Difficult Words of Jesus. I figured my lessons from a few years back might come in handy, so I’m posting them now.
Read More & DownloadWhen Christians Get It Wrong – Adam Hamilton
Here’s another great book from Adam Hamilton (aren’t they all?). Hamilton wrote When Christians Get It Wrong back in 2010 and revised it in 2013. Going through it again today, I find the content still very applicable. I guess that means we’re not yet getting it all right. The lesson series is only six sessions long, one per chapter, but they’re chock full of excellent discussion fodder.
Read More & DownloadSermon on the Mount: A Beginner’s Guide to the Kingdom of Heaven – Amy-Jill Levine
Here’s another book by Amy-Jill Levine, one of my favorite authors and presenters. Levine amazes me with her compelling insights on Jesus and his message for us today, all told from the unique perspective of an accomplished University professor and practicing Jew. To me, she is a true rabbi for Christians.
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