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But the word of the Lord endures forever. Now this is the word which by the gospel was preached to you. 1 Peter 1:25 NKJV Give a phrase from each of the following references that confirms what Peter said. Then based on the phrases, summarize each of the four descriptions in your own words. God’s […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Bible Study: The Living Word

• Give specific words or phrases from Genesis 15:1-6 that indicate that the Word of the Lord was not just a language. • Describe the following situations when “God showed up.” Genesis 16:1-13; Joshua 5:13-6:2; Judges 6:11-16; Daniel 3:1-30; Ezekiel 1:1-5, 22-28. Apply each of these situations to your life. • When has God’s Word […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Bible Study: A Bible Conversation

Read Acts 8:4-8, 26-40I. IN PUBLIC • Who was Philip? Acts 6:1-7 • What was Philip doing in Samaria? What was his message? Vs.4-5 • What was the result of these public “conversations”? V.8 • Why did Philip leave the public meetings in order to meet with one person? V.26 • How willing are you […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Keep the Fire Burning

On September 10th, we were all stunned to learn that Charlie Kirk had been assassinated. One immediate reaction was that the threats from Charlie’s enemies would cause people to think twice before speaking out about their faith or values. Yet we have seen tens of thousands gathered worldwide to honor his life and legacy as […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Praise Him

What is one purpose of our existence, according to Ephesians 1:4-6? Comparing Revelation 4:6-11 with 5:8-13, what lesson do you learn? Who is praising Jesus because you are? When are we to praise the Lord? Give some of the reasons from each of the following verses: Genesis 29:35; 2 Samuel 22:47-51; Ezra 3:11; Nehemiah 9:1-5; […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Our Refuge from the Storm

Years ago, I sat in a little mountain cabin when I became aware that it was growing dark outside. The wind picked up bending the trees double as it roared along the ridge like a jet plane terribly off course. Tree branches snapped under the strain, sounding as though some phantom hunter with a shotgun […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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God’s Presence on the Path of Suffering

What phrase in Genesis 39 indicates God’s presence was with Joseph in his suffering? How many times is the phrase repeated? Give the verses. In what circumstance does Psalm 23:4 promise God’s presence? Apply this to your life. In what circumstances does Isaiah 43:1-2 promise you will have God’s presence? Which of these have you […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Journey

Read Psalm 23 with Acts 22-28 Trace the Psalmist’s progression of his life’s journey in Psalm 23:1-6. How did his journey begin? Psalm 23:1-3 What pain, persecution and problems are alluded to in Psalm 23:4-5? What phrase in Psalm 23:4 indicates that as the journey became difficult, it was also slow How did Paul’s 4th […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Developing Disciples

Read Mark 5:22-24, 35-43 With Strong Friends From the following passages, describe the difference that strong friends made: Exodus 4:12-16; Exodus 17:8-13; Ruth 1:3-9, 16-18, 2:1, 13-17; 2 Kings 2:1-2, 9-14; Jeremiah 38:1-13; Daniel 1:1-20; Daniel 3:1-30; Luke 6:12-16; Acts 13:1-5 From the following passages, describe the difference that weak friends made: Genesis 19:1-9, 23-25; […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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When at Your Wits’ End

When pressures or problems or pain envelop our lives, we tend to trust God…plus our doctor or our lawyer or our counselor or our banker or our leaders or our own effort or our (fill in the blank). Yet God seems to demonstrate His power and glory to those who trust in Him alone. Which […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Focused in 2024

*How important is your physical focus when walking or driving or even watching TV? *How important is your spiritual focus when walking with God and seeking to live for Him? *What do you think it means to walk with God? See 1 John 1:6-7; Ephesians 4:1-3; Micah 6:8. *As we walk with God, how critical […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Raising Hallelujah

Revelation 19:1-9 *How many times does the universe raise a hallelujah in Revelation 19:1-9? Give verses. *Who is the focus of the thunderous, universal praise? Give verses. *What are some of the stated reasons for raising these hallelujahs? Put them in your own words, with the verses. *What are four reasons for the last hallelujah? […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Are You Ready?

My oldest granddaughter just got married in my backyard! The detail of preparation was intense, but so worth it when the moment came for the “first look”. Our Bridegroom, Jesus, is coming! What are you doing to prepare for the first look? While no one knows the day or the hour of His return, Jesus […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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The End!

As our world melts down into chaos, corruption and confusion with disasters, dangers, and disease all around us, we need to know where we are headed. Read Revelation 1:1-3 REVEALED BY GOD Revelation 1:1 *Who is revealed by God? v.1; John 1:1-5,14; Hebrews 1:1-3; Revelation 22:13 *What is revealed by God? *What detail does […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Overcoming the Darkness

Living in an increasing spiritually dark world, write out in your own words the encouragement you receive from the following verses regarding… God’s Word Psalm 119:50; 89-90;105; 130; 165 Matthew 7:24-25 Your Witness Matthew 5:14-16 John 1:1-8 with Matthew 11:11 Acts 20:24 Then put into your own words… The Warning What does God say will […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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His Family Tree

As we look to Thanksgiving and Christmas, many of us will be with extended family. But those times can also carry undercurrents, can’t they? Because families can have a down side. If there are those in your family who are not Jesus followers, or are deemed not “qualified” to be Jesus followers, consider those in […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Breakthrough

Read 2 Chronicles 19:1-2, 4 and 20:1-30 I. THE BLESSING What was the blessing in 2 Chronicles 19:4 that preceded the battle in 20:1? What was the blessing in Matthew 3:13-17 that preceded the attack on Jesus in Matthew 4:1-11? Skim through John 9. What was the blessing that preceded the attack on the man […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Good News of the Gospel

I. DEFINING IT Using one or more phrases from each of the following verses, define the gospel: Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10, Romans 1:18, Romans 6:23, John 3:16, I John 1:9, Revelation 3:20, John 1:12, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17. Read Peter’s sermon at Pentecost in Acts 2:14-36; at the temple in Acts 3:12-26; […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Jesus Loves Children

In Mark 10:14, how did Jesus react to those who kept children from Him? What was His command? What was His warning? Why do you think Jesus reacted as He did? What had He just made clear about His care for children? Mark 9:36-37; Matthew 18:14 What clear warning to adults did Jesus give regarding […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Contagious Faith

Read Hebrews 11:1-22 How many times does it say that those listed were commended by God, and why were they? Give phrases with verse numbers. Why do you think Abel was singled out for commendation? Compare Hebrews 11:4 with Genesis 4:1-8 and Hebrews 9:22. Apply this to yourself. Ephesians 1:7-8 What was unique about Enoch […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Walking with God

Once a week, I walk with a friend. We have two rules that we follow: we must walk at the same pace and we must walk in the same direction, or we won’t be walking together. The same two rules apply to walking with God. We must walk at His pace which is step-by-step obedience […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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God’s Word Is…

Read Psalm 119 Give phrases from the following verses for each of the statements below: 119:9-11; 119:105; 119:72; 119:11; 119:24; 119:9; 119:28; 119:47; 119:88; 119:103; 119:111; 119:127; 119:130; 119:143; 119:159; 119:162; 119:165 THE JOY OF MY HEART THE TREASURE THAT I SEEK THE LIGHT TO MY EYES THE KEEPER OF MY WAYS THE STRENGTH OF […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Jesus Is Praying for You

Read John 17 Now, read John 17 again, this time asking the Holy Spirit to whisper to your heart as you answer the following questions about: I. YOUR FOCUS John 17:1-5 What time was it in Jesus’ life? What time was it in the lives of His disciples? […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Trusting Him More

Read Psalm 91 I. TRUSTING HIS PRESENCE 91:1-2 What four words in these two verses are used to describe the Lord? Look up each word in the dictionary and write out the definition. What does each one mean to you? What three conditions need to be met in order to experience His presence? Have you […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Keep on Praying

Read 1 Kings 18 In your own words, describe the main events of I Kings 18:1-40. What did Elijah do that was different from Ahab in 1 Kings 18:41-42? In Matthew 6:16-18, what is implied by the word, “When”, that Jesus repeats twice? What have you given up in order to make time for concentrated […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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I’ve Seen His Glory

I. IN THE DESERT Describe a spiritual “desert.” See Exodus 15:22; 16:2-3. Where did God’s people see the LORD in Exodus 16:10? Describe John’s “desert” in Revelation 1:9. What was his experience there according to Revelation 1:9-16? Can you think of a time when you were spiritually dry, cut off from all that was familiar, […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Directions for Living

Read Exodus 20:1-17 • Give a phrase from each of the following verses that underscores the source of our life’s directions: Exodus 20:1-2; Deuteronomy 5:12, 15, 16, 22, 32-33. • What gives God the right to establish directions for life in 2020? See Genesis 1:1. • Write out each of the ten commandments in your […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Fountainhead of All Blessing

During the last few months, God has showered me with blessing after blessing. This Thanksgiving I will be counting them one by one and overflowing with praise to the One who is the Fountainhead from whom all blessings flow. I. THE BLESSING OF GOD THE FATHER Read Numbers 6:24 What two things are revealed about […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Constant Companion

Have you ever felt lonely—even in a crowd? Without companionship? Especially when facing a death, or disease, or divorce, or some disaster? In the past three years, I have become a widow…and an orphan…while at the same time facing some of my life’s greatest challenges. Yet I have experienced the companionship of the Holy Spirit […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Let The Word Loose

Read 2 Timothy 2:8-10 I. BE CONVINCED OF THE MESSAGE 2:8-9 What two facts about Jesus are we challenged to remember in verse 8? What is significant about these facts? How are these same 2 facts described in: John 1:1-3, 14? Romans 1:2-4? Give phrases for each fact. In […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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God Is There

I. He Helps * Which verses in Psalm 63 imply that the Psalmist was experiencing trouble? * What phrase refers to the Psalmist’s sleepless nights? Why do you think he couldn’t sleep? * What keeps you up at night? * When sleepless, what did the Psalmist do? What do you do? * What encouragement do […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Ready or Not?

From the following verses, describe the various world-changing events that took place without prior warning: Luke 2:13-14; Luke 24:1-8; Matthew 28:1-10; Acts 1:1-11; Acts 2:1-4, 14-17 If these major events involving the life of Jesus took place suddenly, is it possible future world events involving Him will also take place in the same way? What […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Choices

What choices did the following men make? Abraham in Genesis 12:1-4, Hebrews 11:8-10; Moses in Hebrews 11:24-27; Manasseh in 2 Chronicles 33:1-6; 2 Chronicles 33:12-13; Jonah in Jonah 1:1-3; Daniel in Daniel 1:8; Peter in Matthew 19:27-30 Which of these men had regrets for the choice he made? Which had no regrets? Base your answer […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Heaven Is For Real

What are three reasons we can rejoice about the future? Revelation 19:6-8 How does Revelation 19:9 underscore our confident and expectant joy? List as many characteristics of Heaven as you can from Revelation 21:1-4. How does the Bible counter those who think Heaven is too good to be true? Revelation 21:5 Give additional characteristics of […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Interceding for Our Nation

Read 2 Chronicles 6:12-21 I. INTERCEDE WITH HUMILITY 6:12-13 What was Solomon’s posture in prayer before God and all the people? 2 Chronicles 6:13 Describe the posture in prayer of each of the following: the people and priests in 2 Chronicles 7:3; King Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 29:29-30; Elijah in 1 Kings 18:42; Daniel in […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Keep Watching

Read Matthew 24:36-51 What did the disciples ask Jesus in Matthew 24:3? How did Jesus answer? Matthew 24:4, 42 What two reasons are given by Jesus for us to keep watching? Matthew 24:36, 42-44 How important is it to keep watching? Give phrases from these verses, then put them in your own words. Matthew 24:43, […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Storms

What storm has struck in your life? If you are God’s child through faith in Jesus Christ, He promises you and me five things. Read Mark 6:45-52 I. YOU HAVE HIS PURPOSE Mark 6:45 Give a phrase from v.45 that proves the disciples were in God’s will when […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Instruction Summer 2016

It’s been said that if you have all Word and no prayer, you dry up. And if you have all prayer, and no Word, you flare up. But if you have prayer and the Word, you grow up! Read 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 On whom is Paul’s confidence in prayer based? Relate this confidence to that […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Adjusting Your Focus

Read Psalm 18:1-19 I. CENTER ON HIS PERSON Psalm 18:1-3 On whom is the Psalmist focused as he begins his prayer? 18:1 What phrase indicates the Psalmist’s relationship with God was more than just a religion? 18:1; Matthew 22:37-38 List ten different characteristics the Psalmist attributes to God in 18:1-3. Match each characteristic with one […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Praying Like Daniel

Read Daniel 9:20-23 When was Daniel’s prayer answered? Give the verses and phrase. What was Daniel doing when he received the answer to his prayer? Apply Psalm 66:18 to one reason Daniel’s prayer was answered while often our prayers are not. What do you need to do to make your prayers more effective? Psalm 24:3-6 What […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Fountainhead of All Blessing

All blessing comes from God. God has blessed you and me, as He did Abraham, so that we can be a blessing to others. We receive it from Him, then become a channel of His blessing to others. They, in turn, bless God with their praise and thanksgiving. The blessing that came from God is […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Sincerely Yours

Describe what God is looking for when we fast. Isaiah 58; Joel 2:11-14 How was this heartfelt sincerity evident in: Ezra 9:1-7? 10:1-6? Nehemiah 1:1-4? 9:1-3? Daniel 9:1-3? Luke 2:21-24? 36-38? Acts 13:1-3? What word implies Jesus did not consider fasting an option for His followers? Matthew 6:16-18 How sincere are you when you pray? […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Hope in Troubled Times

Read Joel 2:1-17 I. GOD IS MOVING God’s movements are not always pleasant. Why did God say to blow the trumpet and sound the alarm? Give phrases from the following verses that describe The Day of the Lord: Joel 2:2, 10-11; Isaiah 13:6, 9, 10; Ezekiel 30:3; Amos 5:18-20; Zephaniah 1:18; Zechariah 14:1-4; 1 Thessalonians […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Richly Rewarded

Read Hebrews 10:35-39 For what are we promised a reward? In order to receive it, what must we do? What is our motivation? How can we be so confident of Jesus’ return that we persevere until He does? Hebrews 10:23 When life gets hard, are you one who shrinks from it? Or triumphs over it? This […]

Anne Graham Lotz

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Worthy To Rule Your World

One day thousands upon thousands will gather before the throne of God and proclaim Jesus Christ as the only One worthy to rule the world...to receive glory and honor and power...forever and ever! And as that scene unfolds in Heaven, ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayer?

Read John 11:1-44 Do you have any unanswered prayers? Not just small, daily requests, but major heart-breaking, soul-wrenching, tear-soaking prayers that God has not answered? In fact, has He not only remained silent and not said anything to encourage you, ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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When Weakness Is Strength

Read 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Why did Paul say God allowed him to suffer? What are some other reasons God allows us to suffer or experience hardship? 1 Peter 1:6-7; 2:20-21; Hebrews 5:8; Romans 8:17. How did God answer Paul's prayer ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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What Can The Righteous Do?

“When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?” --Psalm 11:3 Read Psalm 11 I. OUR NATURAL REACTION Write down your reaction to Tuesday, September 11th, the Day of Terror, byanswering the following questions: Where were you? How ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Voice Of God

I would love to know how Abraham heard the Word of the Lord. Did he hear a soft whisper? Was it just a quiet knowing in his heart and mind? Or did he look up and discover that he wasn't ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Time Is Now

Read Joel 1-2 I. TIME TO WAKE UP 1:1-12 Who is speaking? 1:1 What disaster is described? Give the phrases that indicate the disaster affected the people environmentally; socially; financially; nationally; religiously; and agriculturally. Name one disaster we have experienced ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Power Of Praise

Read Acts 16:16-36 Describe Paul’s circumstances in 16:16-24. How do you think he felt physically? Emotionally? Spiritually? Mentally? Under the same circumstances, how would you feel? How would you react? How did Paul react in 16:25? Give phrases that reveal ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Light Still Shines

Two thousand years ago on a dark and starry night outside the little town of Bethlehem, the midnight sky was split by a laser beam of light in the form of an angel who announced that the Messiah, the One ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Incarnation Of God’s Word

Read John 1:1 Give the phrase that reveals God's Word is eternal. What does this mean to you? How does this verse reveal that God's Word is separate, yet equal to God? What in this verse indicates that the Word ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Good News Of The Gospel

I. DEFINING IT Using one or more phrases from each of the following verses, define the Gospel: Romans 3:23, Romans 3:10, Romans 1:18, Romans 6:23, John 3:16,I John 1:9, Revelation 3:20, John 1:12, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 2:8-9,II Corinthians 5:17. Read ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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The Activity Of God

Read Genesis 1 I. THE CONDITION OF THE EARTH From verse 2, give four descriptive words or phrases of planet Earth. How could each description apply to the condition of a human life? Whom do you know who fits this ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Stones Of Remembrance

After wandering in the wilderness for forty years, the Israelites experienced the power of God to roll back the waters of the Jordan River enabling them to cross over and take possession of the Promised Land. Read Joshua 3 and ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Soaring Over The Storms

Revelation 1 The first century church experienced storms of persecution and suffering under the reign of the Roman emperors Nero and Domitian. To help the early Christians keep their focus on Christ so they could soar over the storms, God ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Sent Out To “Just Give Them Jesus”…

What do you really care about? When we care about our weight, we go on a diet. When we care about our shape, we begin an exercise regime. When we care about national policy, we vote. When we truly care ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Runway Lights

Often, I am asked, "Anne, I have a major decision to make. How can I know if it is in God's will?" In response, I usually begin by explaining that when an airplane comes in to land during the night, ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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River Of The Water Of Life

Read Revelation 22:1-5 with Ezekiel 47:1-9 In the last scene of the vision of the glory of Jesus Christ, an angel directed the apostle John's attention to a river that saturates our heavenly home in the blessing of God. ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Rejoice

I rejoice at Your word as one who finds great treasure. – Psalm 119:162 Read Romans 5:1-11 I. REJOICE IN HOPE Romans 5:1-2 Describe our spiritual condition before placing our faith in Jesus Christ as our Savior and Lord. Give ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Refocus on Him

Read Revelation 1:9-17 I. REFOCUS UNDER PRESSURE Revelation 1:9 What type of pressure are you under? Is it emotional? physical? mental? material? social? financial? From Revelation 1:9, what types of pressure do you think John experienced? A. THE PRESSURE OF ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Pursue Jesus in This Generation

Read Matthew 24:42-51 I. BY WATCHING What do you think “watching” means? Write down the dictionary definition. What do you think Jesus means by, Keep watch, in Matthew 24:42? Why is this important, according to Matthew 24:42-44? What are some ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Psalm 119

My paternal grandmother memorized Psalm 119 as a girl, and recited it on her deathbed. Read Psalm 119, underlining every time God's Word or an interchangeable word (such as "law," "statutes," "decrees," "commands") is mentioned. How many did you find? ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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More Of His Voice In My Ear

Read John 10:1-10 Learning to recognize the voice of God is critical not only to living a life pleasing to Him, but also to developing a personal relationship with Him. Yet how can we be sure the voice we hear ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Life is Just Better…with Jesus

John 10:7-10 In Jesus' day, the summer sheepfold was located in the highland pasture. It had stones from the pasture itself piled on top of each other until they formed a circular wall. The wall had one gap that served ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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It’s Time For Good News

Read Luke 4:18-19 Everyday we are bombarded with bad news in our newspapers and on our televisions. I would imagine that early in the first century, living under Roman occupation, with the narrow city streets of Jerusalem reverberating with the ...

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I Saw The LORD

I have been asked very skeptically, Anne, you mean you’ve seen the Lord? Where . . . ? And I’ve answered with a deep, confident knowing, Yes, I’ve seen the Lord . . . during the hard times in my ...

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I Believe …

I believe that there is one, true, living God. I believe that He is the Creator of the heavens and earth, including you and me. I believe that He is the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. I believe that ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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His Extended Family

Read Matthew 1:1-16 The redemptive power of God is highlighted by the names of women that appear in the genealogy that begins Matthew’s Gospel—a list of names that make up the extended family of Jesus. Give the names of the ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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He Is Worth It!

Read Revelation 5 I. BECAUSE HE IS UNEQUALED IN POSITION 5:1-5 What do you think the scroll could represent? See Revelation 5:7, 9; 11:15; 12:10-12; 15:7; 21:5. Name people throughout history, until this present day, who would want to rule ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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God’s Story

Read Genesis 1 with Colossians 1:15-23 I. THE REVELATION OF HIS PERSON Colossians 1:15 Who is God, according to: Gen. 1:1, 27? Isa. 40:28? 44:24? John 4:24? I Tim. 4:10? Give characteristics which reveal He is a living Person from: ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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God’s Christmas Gift … Jesus for Every Day

Every year I receive Christmas gifts that I don’t know how to use. They usually wind up on a shelf, or in a drawer, or stored in the attic. And it has occurred to me . . . has God ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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God Loves Little Children

Christmas is a celebration of God's gift of Jesus to you and me. The living Word became flesh! The Creator left His throne in Heaven, and came to earth as the Baby of Bethlehem! What a heavenly crescendo it was ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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For This We Need Jesus

Read John 11:1-44 I. FOR THIS WE NEED JESUS John 11:1-37 Mary and Martha needed a miracle. What miracle do you need -in your marriage, health, business, church, family? A. BECAUSE WE ARE HELPLESS vs. 11:1-16 1. WHEN BAD THINGS ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Five Things a Storm Can’t Destroy

So far in 2011, in addition to being riveted to news of political uprisings, we have lived in or read reports on "Snowmagedon," Australian floods, tornadoes in the southern USA, earthquakes in New Zealand, China and numerous other countries - ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Facing War With Confidence

Read Psalm 27 There are many different types of wars: wars between nations, wars within the heart, wars within the home, wars on our streets, wars in our culture. Life is not easy. Often, we cannot choose our circumstances, but ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Expecting to See Jesus

Read Matthew 24:42-50 In view of the fact that we're expecting to see Jesus at any moment, He tells us to take three primary actions: to watch for His return, to work until He does return, and to walk with ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Encouraged…

...AS WE FOCUS ON GOD HIMSELF Give phrases from the following verses that encourage us to stay: Focused on God's presence: Deuteronomy 1:29-31; 31:6 Focused on God's power: Exodus 14:13-14; 1 Samuel 17:33-37 Focused on God's plan: Psalm 2:1, 4; ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Embracing God

When pressures mount, instead of withdrawing or exploding or complaining, you and I need to run to our Heavenly Father, throw our arms of faith around Him, and embrace Him more tightly. Why? The Psalmist gives us three reasons: Read ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Drop to Your Knees

Read 2 Chronicles 7:11-15 Besides literal darkness, what do you think night could represent? v.12 What is significant about the fact that God spoke to Solomon in the night? Apply this to your life and to our world. What did ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Defeating the Devil

Since 9/11, America’s eyes have been opened to an evil, hate-filled enemy who uses terrorism to achieve the goal of our destruction. Our newspapers, magazines, and TV talk shows have been filled with information concerning this enemy and how we ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Day-Timers

Do you use a Day-Timer? A Day-Timer is a calendar arranged by the hours in each day, the days in each week, the weeks in each month, and the months in each year. It can be quickly referenced so that ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Change We Can Believe In

Read Ephesians 2 I. CHANGE FOR SINNERS 2:1-10 Give at least four or five different phrases that describe sinners from v.1-3. Describe the sinner’s condition from Romans 1:18; John 3:36. According to v.4, who took the initiative to change our ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Centering Down in Jesus

Read Psalm 23:1-2 I. FOR REST Who is the Shepherd in Psalm 23:1? See John 10:11, 14. What do you think the green pastures represent in v.2? Compare John 21:17 with John 6:35, 63. What is implied by "lying down" ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Are You Ready?

Jesus is coming! How do you react to that statement of truth? Some people wring their hands in fear. Or roll their eyes in skepticism. Or yawn with disinterest. Or jump up and down with excitement. How should we react ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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An Open Letter to the Weary

Sometimes when I am very weary, I succumb to the tyranny of the urgent. I do what I have to do, or what's expected of me, or what I've committed to, but I have no mental, emotional or physical energy ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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A Gift For The King

Read John 13:1-17 Every year I wrestle with what to give my Father for Christmas. He seems to have everything! And so I mentally search for ideas weeks in advance. Around Thanksgiving I usually give up and just ask him ...

Anne Graham Lotz

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Outcast But Not Forsaken

Read John 10:1-10 Learning to recognize the voice of God is critical not only to living a life pleasing to Him, but also to developing a personal relationship with Him. Yet how can we be sure the voice we hear ...

Anne Graham Lotz

INTO THE WORD

52 LIFE CHANGING BIBLE STUDIES FOR INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS

Are you tired of reading about what God is saying to everyone else and wondering what it might be like to hear God speaking to you … personally? Are you skeptical how the ancient texts of the Old and New Testaments could possibly apply to the issues relevant to your life in the 21st century? Are you afraid of digging deeper into Bible study because you think you won’t understand it? Then, this 52-week devotional from Anne Graham Lotz is for you.

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