This chart summarizes the Abraham’s family tree, based on what we know from Scripture.
Abraham’s Family Tree
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Gospel of John Bible Study Resources
Study questions, maps, charts, key words, history, background, outlines, and links to help you study the Gospel of John.
01 1 Peter Introduction
An introduction to the letter of 1 Peter and a look at Peter’s calling from Luke 5.
Small Group Welcome Survey Example
Learning some basic information when new small groups start can save misunderstanding later. Asking participants to answer a few basic questions the first day can help leaders structure the time to better meet the needs of a group. Here’s an example “Small Group Welcome” survey.
Small Group Ground Rules Sample
When starting new small groups, it’s helpful to establish expectations up front with a clear set of ground rules. Here’s a sample we’ve developed over 25 years of ministry.
Ministry Preparation Checklist
July is the time to start preparing for your fall Bible study. Are you overwhelmed by the details or don’t know where to start? Assuming your study starts in September, here’s my summer ministry preparation checklist.
Ezra-Nehemiah Chronology
Chronology of the post exile: Ezra-Nehemiah
Gospel of Mark Bible Study Resources
Everything you need to kick start your study of the Gospel of Mark: maps, charts, key words, history, background, outlines, and links to help you study.
Gospel of Matthew Bible Study Resources
Everything you need to kick start your study of the Gospel of Matthew: maps, charts, key words, history, background, outlines, and links to help you study.
Women’s Ministry Evaluation Sample
It’s always helpful to get feedback from your students at the end of a Bible study year. But evaluations can be a problem. If they are too short, your leaders don’t gain any useful information. If they are too long, few students will not fill them out. Here’s an example we’ve used at Wednesday in the Word that seems to find the right balance.
2Peter and Jude Comparison
A comparison of 2Peter and the Epistle of Jude (offered to help you study both books).
Parables of Jesus List
Jesus often taught in parables. Parables are stories which include a dramatic illustration that makes and impact on the listener and calls for a response. Parables are serious theology. But they are metaphorical theology. They teach through metaphor, simile, and dramatic action rather than through logic or reasoning. Here’s a list of the parables of Jesus as recorded in the gospels.