New Releases by Bill Hybels

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This is just one volume in a high-impact series for experiencing the transforming power of God''s Word in the context of community. 6 SESSIONS

Bill Hybels outlines the dynamics of listening for God''s voice and obeying His leading.

Satisfy the deepest longing of your heart -- God made us to run, jump, dance, and celebrate absolute freedom. Yet too often we feel bound by past failures, sin, and guilt. What will it take for the shackles to fall to the ground? Where can we find a freedom that no one can ever take away? In the book of Romans, God points you to the path of freedom. You will discover an inexhaustible, heavenly power to break the chains that bind you. You''ll find forgiveness for all moral failures, a new future where all things are made right, and the joy of living in community with God''s people. In Romans, you will walk the road of freedom that will set you truly free!

Life as a follower of Christ is not a fifty-yard dash. It''s a marathon. God offers strength for the race, cold water to quench our thirst, and fresh legs when we grow weary. We never run alone. He is always right beside us cheering us on or ahead of us leading the way. Do you need energy and refreshment for the race of life? In Philippians, you will find all you need to run with strength and confidence. If you desire joy beyond measure, perseverance, a servant''s heart, hope for the future, a peace beyond understanding, and lasting contentment, look no further than Philippians. New Community Series -- a high-impact tool for experiencing the transforming power of God''s Word. This cutting-edge series lets you explore life-changing topics from a biblical perspective in community with others in your small group. Challenging questions encourage you to reflect on Scripture and its impact on your life, both as an individual and as part of a community of Christ followers.

Our lives are like lumps of clay on a potter''s wheel. Form, function, and beauty appear as God, the Potter, shapes us with his hands. He is in the business of molding our common lives -- even the ugly parts -- into something wonderful! In Colossians, you and your small group will discover how to place your lives in the secure hands of God. If you long to experience newness of life, this study will point the way. If you desire to see God mold and shape your spiritual life, home, workplace, church, and relationships, Colossians will teach you the pathway to a whole new you.

When you follow a star and find a stable, John Maxwell-- Seeing the Christmas scenery, Bill Hybels -- Hoseph''s prayer.

Through this small group Bible study, move beyond six tough hurdles: adversity, fear, apathy, greed, lust, and sorrow. As you unite the hope and insight of Scripture with the support of the people in your group, you''ll find strength to overcome the things in your life you thought would never change. 6 SESSIONS

Offers the counsel of biblical advice and principles to the triumphs and problems of marriage.

In this six-session small group guide on the subject of freedom, you will discover a strategy for becoming all God wants you to be. God has a plan for your liberation and He has provided the power needed to put this plan into action.

As a Christian, you have received more than God''s forgiveness. You also have a brand new identity! You are a new creation in Christ, with fresh and exciting privileges and responsibilities. And God wants you to walk confidently in this identity, serving Him with joy and energy in your various roles as - A son or daughter of God - A saint of God - A soldier of God - An ambassador of God - A friend of God - A manager of God''s resources. The Real You gives you a close-up view of these different roles and equips you with the sound biblical insights you need to fulfill them. You''ll discover new ways to make your citizenship in God''s kingdom a daily reality right where you live. If you are the discussion leader, you will find additional suggestions and helpful ideas in the Leader''s Notes.

This practical, hands-on discussion guide designed for use in small groups helps you create a home where children can thrive. You''ll develop confidence and competence in your role as a parent, and enjoy watching your kids grow into vibrant, godly adults.

Of course you try to do your best when others are watching. But what about when you are alone? That''s when character really counts--when it''s just between you and God. Six studies, drawn from Bill Hybels''s Who You Are When No One''s Looking, focus on the qualities that are the foundation of character: courage, discipline, vision, endurance, compassion and self-sacrifice. With this foundation and God''s guidance, you can do your best at all times--even when you face temptations and troubles, even when no one is watching.

A fresh look at the Ten Commandments that urges readers to live in the knowledge that when they wholeheartedly obey God''s laws, they will not only honor Him with their obedience, but joyfully experience the clear conscience that holy, honest living brings. Personal and Group Study Guide included.

"In a culture obsessed with sex, where virginity and fidelity belong only to a minority, what hope is there for sexual purity? For too much history, the church has been almost silent about sex except to say no and don''t. Today, facing a culture that says a loud yes to every kind of sexual activity, Christians have found it necessary to dig deeper: What is the purpose of sex? How can Christians avoid to seduction of sexual traps and rescue others caught in them? In Tender Love, Bill Hybels and Rob Wilkins explore the contrast between God''s design for sex and the world''s design. In modern society, rights have been emphasized and responsibilities deemphasized. Commitment is considered too time-consuming. Sex increasingly becomes an act of destruction leading to addiction, divorce, pain, perversion, depersonalization, disease and death. Tender Love speaks to the committed couple who want to remain faithful and may need to reinforcement from God''s word to overcome the obstacles and distractions to purity. It also speaks to anyone trying to understand and help others, especially to young people struggling with their own sexuality. Gripping case histories chronicle the lifelong learning process of individuals who have learned the beauty or the destructive potential of sex. A discussion guide is included for further study with your spouse, a friend, or a small group. Tender Love resolves some of the curious duality that many have about their sexuality: Pleasure and guilt, wonder and shame. The mystery and wonder of sex point to an imaginative and relational Creator-God and remind us that sexual intimacy is meant as a gift, not an idol." --Back cover of book.

This analysis of the inconsistencies in the lifestyle of today''s Christians is accompanied by specific examples and discussion of how Christians can restore authentic Christianity in their personal lives and thus nurture a troubled world.

You matter to God -- God loves me -- God can be trusted -- God forgives me -- God transforms me -- God guides me -- God uses me -- God satisfies me -- Now what?