Barnabas (Larson)

Prepare to Sleuth “The Mystery Which is Christ in You” is the first book of the Barnabas series. Barnabas ministered in the early church as a preacher and is a great model for us. He served in keeping with the meaning of his name: "Son of Encouragement." That is the purpose of this book: to encourage Jesus' followers to search out the mystery of Christ's indwelling presence and grow in grace and knowledge. This is a practical, life-applicable trek through the Bible to search out the clues to this great truth. What does it mean to be "in Christ?" Can anyone completely define the union we have with our Savior? This study book proclaims a Gospel that is very simple, yet a great mystery. By faith and in the waters of baptism we are made one with our Lord and Savior. We know how we are made one with Christ. We understand the promise of Christ returning for us and then our dwelling with Him in heaven forever, but what does it mean in everyday life? This study does not present a three-step program for living as one with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Instead, the learner is shown the path for a life-long journey of faith and eternal hope. Open your Bible with one hand, this study guide with the other, and let's begin to explore the mysteries of this miraculous Good News. It's a challenge to illustrate the reality of being in Christ and Him Indwelling us.

Ascend to Mount Zion is a comprehensive guide for a journey through the Scriptures that reveals God's design for the sanctuary where we gather to worship. The book leads readers to dig verse by verse into their Bible and hear its call to assemble, bow down in worship, and lift holy hands in praise. Every Scripture opens our eyes to see the light of Christ that strengthens God's people and rallies us to our Savior's banner. We focus on Christ's radical love, that inspires a reverent awe and compels us to lift our voices in songs of praise to glorify and exalt the LORD God, Maker of all the heavens and Earth. The study is divided into sections to provide achievable milestones for personal growth and small groups to use for weekly studies as schedules allow. Each study concludes with group discussion questions.