Old Testament Challenge

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Old Testament Challenge: Stepping Out In Faith (Old Testament Challenge)

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Discover the Life-Changing Relevance of the Old Testament Stepping Out in Faith The wisest of people learn from the successes and struggles of others. Since history repeats itself, looking back on the journey of God’s people and learning from their victories and pitfalls is one of the most valuable things we can ever do. As we look closely at the highs and lows of Israel’s history, we will discover lessons that will transform and shape both our present and our future. Part of the Old Testament Challenge series, this teaching guide and resource book helps you craft seven messages on what the history of Israel has to say about living by faith. As never before, your congregation will discover God’s unyielding commitment to lead his people forward to his plan for their present and future. A Communicator’s Toolkit for Teaching the Old Testament Having the right resources gives you a powerful edge in communicating the message of the Old Testament effectively in this media-driven, sensory-intensive culture. The Stepping Out in Faith Teaching Guide helps you connect with minds, imaginations, and hearts. Designed to maximize your connection and impact, it is a communicator’s toolbox for teaching your congregation lessons from the four-part Old Testament Challenge series. • Historical, cultural, and geographical backgrounds unlock the meanings of Bible passages. Transport your listeners thousands of years into the past so they can see, hear, smell, taste, and touch the ancient world. • Illustrations, humorous stories, and word pictures engage the imagination and emotions, bringing home the timeless message of the Old Testament with clarity and freshness. • Creative applications help listeners make the leap from learning Old Testament lessons to living the Christian life. The genius of this teaching guide is its flexibility. Customize your messages from a treasury of resources. This revolutionary tool provides up to sixteen categories of material for each message. No need to spend countless hours doing research—a wealth of ideas and resources lies at your fingertips! Creating a New Community Teaching Guide includes: • Creative Message Ideas • Heart of the Message • Heart of the Messenger • Historical Context Notes • Illustrations • Interpretive Insights • Life Applications • Narrative on Life • Narrative on the Text • New Testament Connections • On the Lighter Side • Pause for Prayer • Pause for Reflection • Quotable Quotes • Significant Scriptures • Word Studies Other Old Testament Challenge Teaching Guides 1—Creating a New Community: Life-Changing Stories from the Pentateuch (9 Sessions) 3—Developing a Heart for God: Life-Changing Lessons from the Wisdom Books (8 Sessions) 4—Pursuing Spiritual Authenticity: Life-Changing Words from the Prophets (8 Sessions)

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The Old Testament Challenge (OTC) is a thirty-two week series designed for churches to teach, study, and discuss the entire Old Testament over a nine-month period. The goal of OTC is to discover the life-changing truths of the Old Testament and how we can apply them to our lives today. Based on Pastor John Ortberg’s OTC series at the New Community services of Willow Creek Community Church, this resource will enable churches to raise the level of biblical literacy and understanding among its congregation.

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Discover the Life-Changing Relevance of the Old Testament
Stepping Out in Faith God invites us to follow him on a life-changing journey of faith. Our hearts long to enter this adventure and discover that God is alive and more active than we ever dreamed. But where can we find examples of how to live with bold, courageous faith?
Guiding you through the history of Israel, this small group study reveals God's powerful presence and his unyielding commitment to show his children how to follow him in the good times, as well as the difficult times. 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 Guides 1--Creating a New Community: Life-Changing Stories from the Pentateuch (9 Sessions)
3--Developing a Heart for God: Life-Changing Lessons from the Wisdom Books (8 Sessions)
4--Pursuing Spiritual Authenticity: Life-Changing Words from the Prophets (8 Sessions) Author Biography: 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 children's ministry. They are coauthors of Finding a Church You Can Love and over thirty small group study guides (Interactions and New Community) in partnership with Bill Hybels and John Ortberg.
Kevin and Sherry Harney serve together at Corinth Reformed Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where Kevin is Senior Pastorand Sherry is the director of children's ministry staff. They are coauthors of Finding a Church You Can Love and over thirty small group study guides (Interactions and New Community) in partnership with Bill Hybels and John Ortberg.

About Sherry Harney:

John Ortberg is a teaching pastor at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in Menlo Park, California. He previously served as a teaching pastor at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington, Illinois, and is the author of Everybody's Normal Till You Get to Know Them; If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat; The Life You've Always Wanted; and Love Beyond Reason. He has written for Christianity Today and is a frequent contributor to Leadership Journal.