Building Character Resources: New Life in Christ

New Life in Christ: Addressing the old sinful patterns and learning to live under the leadership of the Holy Spirit.

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Author: John Fischer
© 1998 Bethany House Publishers ISBN 1556610106
Notes: This single chapter from a book which has been printed online in it's entirety won't take long to read, but will give your mind a lot to chew on. Where do you base your worth? What worth does God give us? (the book is "Real Christians Don't Dance" -- with an "X" through the "don’t")
Resource Access: Find a copy of the book or access free online
Growth Level: Develop

Author: NavPress
NavPress ISBN 990073369X
Notes: As you are looking to understand your new life in Christ, there are numerous verses of the Bible that are good to keep in mind. The TMS (Topical Memory System) is an established way to memorize these verses -- memorize them now and you'll find yourself thinking of them for years and years to come. The first two sections of the TMS are recommended for people looking to understand their worth in Christ.
Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore or order online
Growth Level: Develop

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Author / Series: Bill Hybels / InterActions
© 1996 or 2005 Zondervan ISBN 0310206820 or 0310265940
Bible Section: Topical Study
Notes: Group Study about our identity in Christ - how he views us and how we respond.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway order online
Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Recommended for new leaders. Revised in 2005. Previously published as "The Real You: Discovering Your Identity in Christ"
Growth Level: Discover (New Christ-Followers)

Author / Series: Think Books / Nav Press / Th1nk/LifeChange
© 2005 NavPress/Th1nk ISBN 1576838501
Bible Section: NT-Romans
Notes: This study guide takes a verse-by-verse approach to the book of Romans - a book that's filled with foundational theological truths applicable to any Christ-follower. This study guide is written to especially appeal to people in their 20s or early 30s, with relevant questions and real-life applications (also a fun graphic style -- which yes, does sometimes matter). This guide also manages to bridge the gap between being appealing to younger audiences and still having in-depth studies. Individual study sections include maps, definitions, and background info to help the reader understand the context of the book. Group sections help readers grasp what they studied and make real-life applications. Recommended for individuals, running partners, or groups looking to better understand their faith and new life in Christ.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Leader Notes: 11 sessions. Marked as a 101 resource, but this can easily be applicable to 201 or 301-level audiences. Each section involves at-home reading, allowing the study to fit people at different spiritual stages. To use successfully as a group, individuals would need to commit to doing the homework sections.
Growth Level: Discover (New Christ-Followers)

Author / Series: Kay Arthur / New Inductive
© 2002 Harvest House Publishers ISBN 0736908005
Bible Section: NT-Galatians
Notes: This study guide about Galatians and Ephesians touches on many topics, but chief among them are entering into a new life -- and finding freedom. Suitable for indivduals or groups.
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Leader Notes: 6 sessions for Galatians, 7 session for Ephesians. Book-of-the-Bible study.
Growth Level: Develop

Author / Series: Peter Scazzero / Discipleship Series
© 1992 Zondervan ISBN 031054761X
Bible Section: Topical Study
Notes: A general study guide helping readers understand that "if any one is in Christ he is a new creation!"
Resource Access: Buy at a bookstore, including at Gateway online ordering
Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Suited for new leaders.
Growth Level: Discover (New Christ-Followers)

Author / Series: Bill Hybels / New Community
© 1999 Zondervan ISBN 0310227658
Bible Section: NT-Romans
Notes: A group study about Romans. This study guide does not cover the entire book chapter-by-chapter, but does present a good overview of selected chapters. Topics covered include moral failures, accepting one another, and freedom.
Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Recommended for new leaders.
Growth Level: Develop

Author / Series: Jack Kuhatschek / Life Guide
© 2002 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830830650
Bible Section: Topical Study
Notes: This is a study about what God really links about you. Each study is centered on a different passage of Scripture.
Resource Access: Inquire at a bookstore or order online
Leader Notes: 9 sessions. The Life Guide studies are usually easy to lead. There are two editions of this book - the 2002 version is recommended over the 1990 version.
Growth Level: Develop

Author / Series: Bill Hybels, Kevin Harney, Sherry Harney / InterActions (Willow Creek)
© 1997 or 2005 Zondervan ISBN 0310217172 or 0310266033
Bible Section: Topical Study
Notes: A group study about God's Passionate Love, God's Presence, God's Power, God's Plan, God's Purpose, and God's Promises, and how these topics relate to finding freedom in our lives. We are no longer slaves to sin, but God frees us from bondage and gives us power to break free from our chains.
Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
Leader Notes: 6 sessions. Recommended for new leaders. Revised in 2005. Previously published as Freedom: Breaking the Chains That Bind You
Growth Level: Discover (New Christ-Followers)

Author / Series: Jack Kuhatschek / Life Guide
© 1996 InterVarsity Press ISBN 0830830081
Bible Section: NT-Romans
Notes: This study is about becoming new in Christ -- or perhaps becoming new again. Maybe our Christian life seems to have gotten stuck in a rut - how does our new life in Christ bring freedom and renewal?
Resource Access: Purchase at a bookstore (including at Gateway) or order online
Leader Notes: 19 sessions. Before choosing this book, please note the length of the study. Also note that this study includes the entire book of Romans, and will therefore touch on many different subjects, not just this one.
Growth Level: Deepen

Bible Section: NT-Hebrews
Notes: Sometimes we get frustrated with life -- frustrated over how we seem to keep going around and around with the same issues. This study guide about the book of Hebrews is intended to motivate to you stay on track and recognize your identity in Christ.
Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
Leader Notes: 13 sessions. Before choosing this book, please note the length of the study.
Growth Level: Deepen

Bible Section: NT-Colossians
Notes: Use this study guide based on the books of Colossians & Philemon, to think about the growth of your character. We often try so many things to be filled - and come away empty. What would it be like to instead seek this fulfillment from Christ?
Resource Access: Leaders can access at the library or anyone can order online
Leader Notes: 10 sessions. Note that this book will cover many topics, in addition to New Life in Christ.
Growth Level: Deepen