Reformed Bible Studies & Curriculum

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1 Christian Education and Publications Reformed Bible Studies & Curriculum Visit your local Christian bookstore and you will realize just how much is written for Christians. Thousands of books, pamphlets, curricula, and Bible study helps are available in the marketplace today. However, you don t need to look beyond the first shelf before you find material that doesn t reflect sound theology. CEP has already looked so you don t have to we have narrowed the selection in the best sense and where resources don t exist, we have created our own for you. The books contained in this catalog reflect those which we have produced just for you. Our goal is to equip you with resources which are biblically sound and useful in helping you address the spiritual needs of the world around you. So, when it s time to select material for your small group Bible study or even your own personal devotions, visit the PCA s own bookstore on the web, or call us for advice and assistance. QUANTITY DISCOUNTS apply to make group purchases more affordable. Plus, FREE SHIPPING on orders over $25. When ordering be sure to refer to the 4 or 5 digit product code for order accuracy. Visit or call Christian Education & Publications 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 102 Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043

2 Christian Education and Publications BIBLE STUDIES OLD TESTAMENT Survey of the Old Testament Jack Scott Work your way through the OT in 13 lessons. Complete with questions and a Leader s Guide free online. (1005) Genesis Will Hesterberg An inductive interactive Bible study designed in a workbook format to enable you to get into God s Word and into a growing relationship with God. 25 lessons. (9023) Life of Joseph A View From the Top Wallace Tinsley A wonderful Bible study tool on a familiar beloved bible character. (3886) 12 lessons. Separate teacher s guide available. (3887) Deuteronomy More Grace More Love George Robertson & Beth McGreevy What does a book about the law have to do with life today? Much! With the help of the Holy Spirit, Deuteronomy exposes every secret place in our hearts. 24 lessons. Leader s guide with questions is available. (9202) Available as an ebook from (EB) Judges The Search for Satisfaction Dennis Bennett & Vickie Poole We are created to glorify and enjoy God. Israel shows what happens when we seek our satisfaction and joy in anything but God. Available 6/13 NEW TESTAMENT New Testament Survey Jack Scott Work your way through the NT in 13 lessons. Complete with questions and a Leader s Guide free online. (1007) Sermon on the Mount (EB) Living Life as Jesus Taught It Gordon Reed In this great sermon we have the definition and description of a Christian given to us by the founder of Christianity Himself, Jesus Christ. 12 lessons. (9497) Mark Mystery of the Kingdom Revealed Charles Dunahoo This study thematically explores Mark s Gospel emphasizing Jesus the Son of God, the Suffering Servant, His authority, and His message which was the Good News of the Kingdom. Questions for discussion at the end of each chapter. (9805) Titus Passing on the Truth Bennett, Poole, & Jones Paul s letter shows his desire to teach the believers on Crete about the church: what it should look like, how to disciple its people, and how to live before a lost and needy world. 9 lessons. Leader s Guide available free on line. (11214) Bible Studies for the Whole Church For individual, Sunday School, and small group studies Job Lessons in Comfort Frances Bennett In his struggles, Job discovered that God s Word reveals things too wonderful for me, that Christ gives comfort beyond expectation. A workbook format with study questions included. (9383) Adult Biblical Education Series Jack Scott Study through the whole Bible with the help of a great Bible teacher. 26 volumes in all with Leader s Guides available free on line.

3 TOPICAL STUDIES Am I Good Enough? Richard Ramsay Here are 15 fill-in lessons for those who are not familiar with the Bible. Great for studying with non-christians or new believers. (3667) CUAN BUENO DEBO SER?? Richard Ramsay Spanish translation of the book Am I Good Enough? (8475) The Other Side of Christmas Bennett, Poole, Jones How well do you really know, from Scripture, about the Christmas story? Use this study of God revealing His heart to His people, and discover this story a for the very first time! Leader s Guide available free on line. (11320) Great Words Jack Arnold This study explains the words that help us to understand all God has done for us in Christ - predestination, salvation, gospel, grace, mercy, atonement, substitution, redemption, forgiveness, reconciliation, propitiation, and death. (8985) 12 lessons. Leader s Guide available. (9024) Living Stones (EB) Why Church Membership Matters Peter M. Dietsch Offers insight into better understanding - and then living out - the vows that we take when becoming members of a local church. Each chapter addresses one of the five vows believers take when they join a local Presbyterian church. (10015) Making Kingdom Disciples a New Framework Charles H. Dunahoo Think about discipleship that goes beyond programs to the kingdom worldview that transforms all of thought and life. Rather than develop a method, this book presents the big picture, a new framework. Must reading by all who are in positions of leadership in the church. (6933) Leaders Guide available with CD. (7009) Miracles of Christ James Bland Develop greater insight into and understanding of the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ through an examination of His miracles. A fill-in-theblank format. (9495) They Walked & Talked with Jesus Pete Deison Written for men s BIBLE STUDIES for Women For individual, Sunday School, and small group studies OLD TESTAMENT Exodus-Deuteronomy Formation of God s People Jack Scott, Susan Hunt, Lynn Brookside Leader s Packet includes a leader s guide, student workbook, commentary, and an audio cassette message presented by Dr. Scott. Leader s Pack (5896) Student Workbook (5895) Job Too Wonderful for Me (revised) small groups. Based on encounters with the Savior and is designed to model leadership for men. (Includes teaching on cassette tape.) (3016) Emalyn Spencer See in Job s suffering a clearer picture of God s wisdom and sovereignty in the midst of trials. (11538) Revision (available summer 2013) Westminster Shorter Catechism Workbook study Ron Gleason Psalm 119 With My Whole Heart This is not a commentary; rather it is a workbook for individuals or groups. Every lesson presents great definitions of words taking you deeper in understanding the catechism. (11543) (revised) Emalyn Spencer Here is a study of whole-hearted Christian devotion, commitment and service based on texts from Psalm 119, written by one of the most beloved PCA writers. (9800) Proverbs 31 A Woman Who Fears the Lord (revised) Emalyn Spencer First published in 1976; now revised for a new generation of women to enjoy. Be challenged and encouraged by this study of godly womanhood from Proverbs 31. (9801) (EB) Habakkuk-Malachi Silence, God Working Alice Poyner In these five secluded books at the end of the OT, we are given a privileged peek into what the God of the Universe was doing, and is doing even now, to fulfill His Kingdom plans. (8489) When ordering be sure to refer to the 4 or 5 digit product code for order accuracy. Christian Education & Publications 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 102 Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043

4 Christian Education and Publications NEW TESTAMENT Matthew Part I Jack Scott, Susan Hunt, Lynn Brookside Here is the Gospel of Matthew developed and from a covenantal perspective. Covers chapters 1-16 in 12 lessons. Leader s Pack (6425) Student Workbook (6424) Matthew Part II Jack Scott, Susan Hunt, Lynn Brookside Part II. Covers ch in 12 lessons. Leader s Pack (6916) Student Workbook (6915) Luke The Incredible Round Trip (revised ) Emalyn Spencer Study Christ s incredible round trip from heaven to earth and back, as seen through the eyes of Luke. Discover why this life of Jesus is called the greatest story ever told. 12 lessons. (2502) Ephesians-Thessalonians Jack Scott, Susan Hunt, Lynn Brookside The 12 lesson study has two suggested teaching plans giving the teacher the option of covering the book in one or two quarters. Lessons are adaptable to classes of different lengths. Leader s Pack (4950) Student Workbook (4949) Timothy-Titus Jack Scott, Susan Hunt, Lynn Brookside These letters teach how the church should function as God s covenant family. Gives principles for the organization and covenant life of the church, including the role and responsibilities of women in the church. 12 lessons Leader s Pack (8133) Student Workbook (8131) Hebrews His Hope: The Anchor for Our Souls Sarah Ivill Hebrews magnifies Christ, showing He is at the center of the OT, with the sacrifices pointing to His sacrificial offering on the cross. You will see the OT come alive and worship and adore Jesus even more. 24 lessons. (8480) (EB) James Deb Sink With a personal study time of 20 minutes a day, women will be prepared to share and gain perspective to apply biblical principles in a small group discussion. 12 lessons. (3085) TOPICAL STUDIES Behind the Scrim Life of Faith and Work Lee Taylor Christian woman s daily work must become more in sync with God s great works of redemption and creation, sustaining the world and providing for His people as she matures in Jesus Christ. These meditations were originally written for professional and middle management women. 12 lessons. (3421) Conquering Anxiety Candy DuBose This book will help you recognize and uproot the weeds and thorns of anxiety in your life so you can be productive and faithful in your walk with God. 12 lessons. Leader s guide free online. (2884) Available as an ebook from (EB) Heirs of the Covenant Susan Hunt and Barbara Thompson Whose responsibility is it to disciple women and men? This important job belongs to the church. Offers practical advice on starting a mentoring ministry in your congregation. Book (4184) Leader s Guide (4225) Making a Difference Debbie Dortzbach Nine 60 minute lessons from Romans 12 on spiritual gifts and God s will. Helps women become better equipped to be salt and light in God s world. Includes video teaching, group discussions, interactive exercises, and a take-home activity for each session Leader s guide included. (3626) Ministering to Teens (Girls) Barbara Thompson A compilation of resources with adaptations and applications for ministry to teens. The purpose is to equip women to carry out the Titus 2 mandate to teach and model biblical womanhood to junior and senior high girls. (3105) (EB) Parables Timeless Teachings of Jesus, 2 nd ed. Rachel Delaney and Ruth Lorah This study considers each of Jesus parables and makes the truths found within them more meaningful as we apply them to our lives. 12 lessons. Leader s guide free online. (3691) Prayer Equipping the Church for Kingdom Praying - (revised) Barbara Thompson Provides topical prayer guides and day of prayer/retreat plans to help you and your church pray Kingdom Prayers - to participate in the revealed will of the Father as set forth in His Word through praise and petitions. (4498)

5 Seasons of Change, Seasons of Grace, 2 nd ed. Georgia Settle Focuses on various life-changes God uses to build character in your life. Chapters include biblical illustrations, discussion and application. 12 lessons. Leaders Guide available for free on our website. (9496) Studies in the Confession of Faith, 2 nd ed. Jeanne Patterson Next to the Bible, the Confession stands as a most precious document helping us to work through the doctrines of the Bible. A study consisting of 23 lessons. (11156) Treasures of Encouragement Sharon Betters The freedom that springs from a secure identity in Christ can enable you to reach out. As one who has suffered much, Sharon offers stories, principles, and examples to help build up you and your church through the ministry of encouragement. 12 lessons. Book (4051) Leader s guide (4052) Women of the Bible, 2 nd ed. Georgia Settle 12 studies of Eve, Rebekah, Miriam, Naomi & Ruth, Abigail, Jezebel & Athaliah, Elizabeth, Mary, Martha & Mary, Sapphira & Dorcas, and the Elect Lady of 2 John. (11539) Due 2013 Woman to Woman A Biblical Look at Friendship Jean Shaw This 12 lesson study provides a biblical basis for friendship, relates it to the church, and offers many practical applications. 12 lessons. Leader s guide available free online. (2361) Your Home A Place of Grace Susan Hunt Brimming with practical application for all stages of life - married or widowed, parent or single - it is not a how-to-book. It is about God working woman. 10 lessons. Book (4054) Leader s guide (4055) in and through you to make your home a sanctuary of His design. 10 lessons. Book (4888) Leader s guide (4889) Women s Ministry in the Local Church J. Ligon Duncan and Susan BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS FOR WOMANHOOD Hunt In a time of confusion and uncertainty, a seasoned pastor and a spiritual mother walk women through the Scriptures to help them better understand what it means to have an effective, biblical women s ministry in the church. 10 lessons. Book (8204) Leader s guide see Women s Ministry Training and Resource Guide below (8252) By Design Susan Hunt Your helper design uniquely equips you for ministries of mercy. This study shows the value of men and women partnering in church ministry, and explores the implications of woman s creation design in the various seasons of life. 10 lessons. Book (1252) Leader s guide (1253) Leadership for Women in the Church Susan Hunt and Peggy Hutcheson Written to help Christian women identify and focus their leadership capabilities on tasks in the church. Helps Christian men recognize and facilitate the use of leadership abilities of women in the church. 8 lessons. Book (3700) Leader s guide see Women s Ministry Training and Resource Guide below. Women s Ministry Training and Resource Guide Susan Hunt Spiritual Mothering Susan Hunt This is an affordable, composite 3-ring notebook with updated tools that will equip women in the church. Studies a biblical approach to women s ministry in the church & provides resources to develop, implement, and train leaders to plan for a woman s ministry. Contents: Biblical Foundations for Womanhood Overview. Part 1: Leader s Guide for Women s Ministry in the Local Church; Part 2: Updated Leader s guide for Leadership for Women in the Church; Part 3: Strategies to develop, strengthen, Titus 2 calls women to minister to women. This a very practical book filled with suggestions and examples of how to mentor, using biblical and modern-day examples to illustrate the principle of older women caring for younger women in the church. 12 lessons. Book (3594) Leader s guide (3599) True Woman Susan Hunt Here is the beauty and strength of a godly woman; contrasting the true woman with the new woman. Examines the standard and virtues of the true plan and sustain a women s ministry; Part 4: Resources and Training; Part 5: Titus 2 Discipleship. (8252) Study Journals for Teen Girls The cultural message about womanhood is delivered visually and verbally 24/7. Here is a resource to help the church teach our covenant daughters what God says about womanhood. Written by Susan Hunt, this comprehensive Bible study series incorporates: How to study Scripture from a gospel perspective. Biblical perspective of the church. How to live the gospel in our relationships. Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Pre-teen version available. Visit for more information, sample chapters, supplemental resources and pricing.

6 Christian Education and Publications Leadership Available as an ebook from (EB) Memory Game, aiding children in learning the scripture references. Includes a CD with all the material included as PDF files for easy copying. Use this curriculum year after year! (8487) Organizing Your Christian Education Program Robert Edmiston Helps you select a CE committee and work to formulate the best program to address the unique needs of every facet of your church. (2763) Preparing for Licensure & Ordination Bryan Chapell & Jim Meeks Assist candidates preparing for licensure and ordination exams. (3824) Resources for Deacons Tim Keller (EB) Challenge of the Eldership(revised) Don MacNair Challenges elders and prospective elders with a practical, hands-on look at how they can fulfill the high calling of the office. (2013) Developing a Vision & Action Plan Don MacNair A working Mentors (9609) For Interns (9063) Men s Ministry Action Plan Patrick Morley & David Delk A 4-session guide to help you create, capture, and sustain momentum in your men s ministry. Helps you build a disciplemaking ministry to men. (4775) Elders: Executives or Servants the eight-part DVD series. A foundational series for training elders. Has questions elders need to think through and can continue as a permanent resource for future use. (1051) DVD sold separately. (1050) Kids Under Construction Sue Jakes, editor This notebook is all your church needs to effectively run a children s ministry. 1-Foundation (philosophy of ministry), 2-Blueprint (how to disciple), 3-Framework (support for local church ministry), 4-Tools for building Kingdom Disciples, 5-Building inspection. (6772) Manual for Mentoring Tim Witmer Written by a pastor and mentoring professor at Westminster Seminary, these manuals help pastors learn to mentor interns as the PCA requires. Includes not only a checklist, but how to measure and help improve those subjective areas of a discipler s life. For (EB) Ruling Elder Leonard Van Horn Examines three important questions every man needs to ask before aspiring to the office of elder: Are you called? What is your view of the church? Are you qualified? (1396) manual that takes a local church through the various stages of developing a vision. (3696) Charles Dunahoo, Don MacNair, Jack Williamson This workbook accompanies One of the best resources to help a board of deacons understand the calling of their office, the biblical concept of mercy ministry, and ways to organize and evaluate the needs of their church and community. (2120) Serving and Challenging Seniors George Fuller An excellent resource My ABC Bible Verses Curriculum Susan Hunt 26 lessons using puppets Bill and Missy, who encounter situations in which they are challenged to live by God s Word. Includes ideas for review games as well as a set of cards for an ABC Bible Verse (EB) Living Stones Why Membership Matters Peter Dietsch Offers insight into better understanding and then living out - the vows that we take when becoming members of a local church. Each chapter addresses one of the five vows believers take when they join a local Presbyterian Church. (10015) What Did I Say When I Joined the Church? Glen McClung Both of these resources help the church to prepare new members to answer the five membership questions from the BCO. Dietsch s work is for the candidates to work through, and McClung s is for the leader. (2079) manual to encourage ministry to and by seniors. Covers topics such as mobilizing for ministry, health, spiritual issues, physical environment, and ministry to and by seniors. Experts in the field of senior ministry have written useful articles. (7064) Supremacy of God in Children s Ministry Ann McCain-Brown This is a practical guide for keeping God as the focus of any ministry. Explains why our reformed theology makes a difference in what and how we teach God s covenant children. (7016) Systematic Way to Choose a Pastor Don MacNair Helpful guide to forming a search committee, and procedures for finding, selecting and presenting candidates. (2291)

7 Confession of Faith Contemporary Donald Remillard A contemporary edition of the Westminster Confession of Faith in concise conceptual principles of the original language. (3394) DOCTRINE God the Holy Spirit Don Clements Written in non-academic style. Adapted from Edwin Palmer s original work. (8137) A Leader s Guide is available, written by Dennis Bennett, containing lesson plans and Powerpoints for each lesson with material from the book and many extras. (8641) Questions on Presbyterian Theology Robert Sprinkle, Jr. (EB) Apostolic Church Thomas Witherow Outlines six important principles of Church government drawn from the teaching and practice of the Apostles. Compares the various forms of Church government to these principles. (1027) Baptism Francis Schaeffer A great Changeless Truths in Changing Times Paul Settle Devotional commentary on the Westminster Confession of Faith by a founding father of the PCA. Use as introduction to the Reformed Faith. (4804) Confession of Faith & Catechisms The official resource for anyone researching infant baptism. Addresses reformed perspectives regarding immersion, covenant, the sign of baptism, baptism in church history, and Baptistic perspectives in regards to each. (2056) document of the PCA. Contains the Westminster Confession, Larger and Shorter Catechisms and Scripture proofs on each page. (1691) paperback (8689) Hardback Catechism for Young Children Westminister Confession of Faith ESV ESV with proofs An introduction to the Shorter Catechism for young children. (1055) (11540) Available 6/13 This helpful book provides questions and answers on the subject of Presbyterian theology and Presbyterian harmony. Also includes a harmony of the Confessions and Catechisms. (4446) Westminster Shorter Catechism with ESV with proofs (1244) Shorter Catechism Contemporary Written in the style and language of today on a 7th grade level. A great way for parents to learn as they teach it to their children. (9637) Your Baby s Baptism Wilson Benton A short explanation of the significance of infant baptism to the parents, child, and congregation. Describes the personal involvement of the parents, the child, and the congregation. Great for new member s classes. (2501) Stewardship Grace of Giving Richard Aeschliman 21-page booklet discussing the biblical principles of tithing, generosity and wealth. Includes 4 brief chapters with discussion questions. Great for a short class on stewardship. (5649) These selected STEWARDSHIP Materials are available at the CEP bookstore, call for further details. I Don t Believe in Tithing In Partnership with God Measuring Life By a Standard Show the Proof of Your Love Why Should I Tithe? When ordering be sure to refer to the 4 or 5 digit product code for order accuracy. Visit or call Christian Education & Publications 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 102 Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043

8 Presbyterian Church in America Christian Education & Publications 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 102 Lawrenceville, Georgia Bookstore.com PRESORT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #275 MONTGOMERY, AL CERTIFICATES PCA Certificates These PCA specific Certificates are a great way to give your child a point of reference for God s call on their lives and as well as the moment they became part of the visible kingdom. Also, give recognition to those who are called to your community and to serve it s membership, etc. Application for Candidates of the Gospel Ministry (1056) Application for Church Membership (1057) Appreciation Certificate (2233) Call To a Particular Ministry (1060) Certificate of Covenant Baptism (infant) (1059) Certificate of Adult Baptism (1058) Certificate of Church Membership (1061) Certificate of Dismissal/Reception of a Church Member (1065) Deacon Emeritus Certificate (1389) Dismissal of a Candidate (1064) Elder Emeritus Certificate (1067) Licensure Certificate (1068) Ordination of a Ruling Elder (1548) Ordination of a Teaching Elder (1070) Ordination of a Deacon (1549) Teacher s Covenant Contract (1074) DENOMINATIONAL PUBLICATIONS An Inquirer s Guide to the PCA Dennis Bennett, ed. Designed to introduce newcomers to the PCA - its origins, its distinctives and its structure. Provides useful information about the resources available through the denomination s committees and agencies. (10014) Book of Church Order (1053) Book of Church Order Revisions (annual) Practical Guide to the BCO Don McNair Aids ruling elders in using the BCO by organizing details in graphic form and providing a short commentary as intro. (2513) Come Join Us - Brochure Outlines both the responsibilities and benefits of church membership. (pkg. of 25) (2881) History of the PCA Don Post & Charles Frost Chart graphically shows the history of Presbyterianism in America dating back to 1706 and the PCA in terms of its mergers and separations, and explains each major event. Great resource for seminary students and those studying for ordination in the PCA. (1538) PCA Is brochure Contains a brief history of the formation of the PCA as well as information about our doctrine and polity. Pay a small one time fee and use it as often as you like. (1441) Presbyterian Church in America brochure Attractively and effectively communicates the distinctives of the PCA and the benefits of being a denomination. Ideal supplement to materials used in conjunction with inquirer and membership classes. (6601) PCA (Blue) Directory of Churches Yearly state-by-state listing of every PCA church in USA and Canada with contact details. Also lists PCA Committee and Agency contacts, Presbytery WIC Presidents, Stated Clerks, and RUF Campus Ministries. (annual) PCA Yearbook 2 volume set. Contains: General Assembly and Presbytery Directories, Church Directory, Statistical Reports, and Ministerial Directory. (annual) PCA Minutes of General Assembly Produced annually. PCA Position Papers All the official positions of the PCA from (2508) Looking for something in particular? We are here to give you recommendations and suggestions. When ordering be sure to refer to the 4 or 5 digit product code for order accuracy. Christian Education & Publications 1700 North Brown Road, Suite 102 Lawrenceville, Georgia 30043