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Conversation Peace by Mary A. Kassian

Conversation Peace by Mary A. Kassian

Here's a women's study that really hits home. Mary Kassian masterfully presents the biblical principles to help women revolutionize their speech habits and improve their relationships by focusing on ways to positively avoid sharing gossip, throwing negative barbs, or snapping sarcastic replies throughout everyday life.

Resource: Book
Duration: 2 months

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Comparison Trap by Sandra Stanley

Comparison Trap by Sandra Stanley

The temptation to compare is as near as your next chat with a friend, trip to the store, or check-in on social media. And whether you come out on top or come up lacking, there is simply no win in comparison. It's a trap. The Comparison Trap Devotional provides easy access to watch, read, and draw your way through this topic.

Resource: DVD & Study Guide
Duration: 4 weeks

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For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn

For Women Only by Shaunti Feldhahn

The man in your life carries important feelings so deep inside he barely knows they're there, much less how to talk about them. Yet your man genuinely wants you to "get" him—to understand his inner life, to know his fears and needs, to hear what he wishes he could tell you. In her landmark bestseller, For Women Only, Shaunti Feldhahn reveals what every woman—single or married—needs to know. Based on rigorous research with thousands of men, Shaunti delivers one eye-opening revelation after another.

Resource: Book
Duration: 9 weeks

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Spiritual Friendship by Mindy Caliguire

Spiritual Friendship by Mindy Caliguire

We are tired. Many of us long for sources of nurture for our weary souls. But we don't know where to turn. We've tried various Christian plans for growth, yet sometimes these programs leave us even more drained and frustrated. Interestingly, the answer can be found in our everyday lives: ordinary relationships can restore life and health to our depleted souls. So why do we resist intimacy with others if it's part of our soul's architecture? Because people also cause us pain.

Resource: Book
Duration: 4 weeks

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Every Man’s Battle by Stephen Arterburn & Fred Stoeker

Every Man’s Battle by Stephen Arterburn & Fred Stoeker

the television to the Internet, print media to videos, men are constantly faced with the assault of sensual images. It is impossible to avoid such temptations...but, thankfully, not impossible to rise above them. Shattering the perception that men are unable to control their thought lives and roving eyes, Every Man's Battle shares the stories of dozens who have escaped the trap of sexual immorality and presents a practical, detailed plan for any man who desires sexual purity-perfect for men who have fallen in the past, those who want to remain strong today, and all who want to overcome temptation in the future.

Resource: Book
Duration: 2-3 months

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Parenting Beyond Your Capacity by Reggie Joyner & Carey Nieuwhof

Parenting Beyond Your Capacity by Reggie Joyner & Carey Nieuwhof

Most parents have so many demands on their time that they can't be the kind of parent they desire to be. They need to know the Orange Factor: Two combined influences will make a greater impact on kids than just two influences. And it's true. Parents who partner with the faith community are the best way to bring the next generation into the family of God-and keep them there.

Resource: Book
Duration: 8 weeks

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The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg

The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg

The bestselling author of When the Game Is Over, It All Goes Back in the Box; God Is Closer Than You Think; and The Life You've Always Wanted —will help you discover spiritual vitality like never before as you learn to 'live in the flow of the spirit.' But if God has a perfect vision for your life, why does spiritual growth seem so difficult? John Ortberg has some intriguing answers to that question, and he has organized his thoughts and God's words into a straightforward and timely guide for living your best life in The Me I Want to Be.

Resource:  Book & Study Guide
Duration: 7 weeks

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The Marriage Dashboard by Andy Savage

The Marriage Dashboard by Andy Savage

The Marriage Dashboard is designed to give you a set of gauges for evaluating and strengthening your relationship with your spouse. We want you to have an enjoyable, lasting, and inspirational marriage. We believe couples that say “I do” to each of the five gauges for married life will experience a marriage that is better, richer and healthier versus one than average.

Resource:  Free Online Video with Discussion Guide
Duration: 1 week

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When Work & Family Collide by Andy Stanley

When Work & Family Collide by Andy Stanley

Let’s face it. With all the demands of the workplace and all the details of a family it's only a matter of time before one bumps into the other. And many of us end up cheating our families when the commitments of both collide. This practical book will help you...

  • establish priorities and boundaries to protect what you value most.
  • learn the difference between saying your family is your priority and actually making them your priority.
  • discover tested strategies for easing tensions at home and at work.

Resource: Book with Study Guide included
Duration: 4 weeks

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Balanced by Andy Stanley

Balanced by Andy Stanley

In this six-session study, you’ll be challenged to examine what you really believe about finances and faith:

  • What does the Bible say about money?
  • What is your primary objective when it comes to your personal finances?
  • Can you survive without debt?
  • Should you spend, save, or give the extra money you have?
  • Are you content with what you have?
  • Are you giving God your leftovers?

This study is filled with insightful perspectives and practical exercises to build a biblical foundation for just about every aspect of your finances.
Resource: DVD & Study Guide
Duration: 6 weeks

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The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller

The Meaning of Marriage by Tim Keller

According to the Bible, all of these modern-day assumptions miss what marriage is all about. In The Meaning of Marriage, Timothy Keller, along with Kathy, his wife of thirty-six years, draws a profound portrait of marriage from the pages of Scripture that neither idealizes nor rejects the institution but points us back to the relationship between God and man. The result is a vision for marriage that is refreshingly frank and unsentimental, yet hopeful and beautiful.
Resource: Book & PDF Discussion Guides
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Duration: 6 weeks

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Staying in Love by Andy Stanley

Staying in Love by Andy Stanley

We all know what's required to fall in love... a pulse. Falling in love is easy. But staying there—that's something else entirely. With more than a thousand matchmaking services available today and new ones springing up all the time, finding a romantic match can be easier than ever. But staying together with the one you've found seems to be the real challenge. So, is it possible for two people to fall in love and actually stay there? Absolutely!
Resource: DVD & Study Guide
Duration: 4 weeks

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You and Me Forever by Francis & Lisa Chan

You and Me Forever by Francis & Lisa Chan

This study addresses the question that many couples wonder at the altar: “How do I have a great marriage?” Setting aside typical topics on marriage, Francis and Lisa dive into Scripture to understand what it means to have a relationship that satisfies the deepest parts of our souls. Jesus was right. We have it all backwards. The way to have a great marriage is to not focus on marriage.
Whether you are single, dating, or married, this book will help you discover the adventure that you were made for ­­and learn how to thrive in it.
Resource: Book, Study Guide, & Free online videos
Duration: 7 weeks

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