The Passion

Tyndale House Publishers

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Experiencing the Passion of Jesus

A Discussion Guide on History's Most Important Event

By Lee Strobel and Garry D. Poole

Zondervan Books

This book is a study and discussion guide for the movie The Passion of the Christ. It is designed primarily for use in seeker small groups, but is also applicable for use in believer small groups. The curriculum provides detailed lesson plans and leader's notes for facilitating discussions around six spiritual topics inspired by the movie.

The Passion is a visual portrayal of the last twelve hours in the life of Jesus. Gripping photos taken on the set of Mel Gibson's new film, The Passion of Christ, together with the biblical narratives in the New Living Translation, present the story in vivid detail. A sweeping overview of the Passion story in powerful images that will enhance the movie experience!

     "This is a movie about love, hope, faith, and forgiveness. He [Jesus] died for all mankind, suffered for all of us. It's time to get back to that basic message. The world has gone nuts. We could all use a little more love, faith, hope, and forgiveness." --Mel Gibson, Icon Productions

Project Passion  

By John Piper

Crossway Books

Why did Jesus Christ suffer so much? John Piper shows how the agony of Christ's Passion--his suffering and death--had innumerable positive outcomes. Piper details fifty of them in this book, revealing that, despite Christ's suffering being the worst injustice ever committed, God ultimately meant it for good.

More Than a Carpenter

by Josh McDowell

Josh McDowell's timeless examination of the true nature of Christ and his impact on our lives is one of the best-selling Christian books ever (more than eight million copies in print worldwide!). Written by a former skeptic of Christianity, it is a hard-hitting book for those who doubt Jesus' deity and his purpose.

The Passion, the Purpose and Person of Jesus Christ Small Group Study

(DVD & 10 study guides)

The Passion of The Christ movie is an unprecedented outreach opportunity for your church and small group. The overwhelming truth of the crucifixion as portrayed in the film is sure to stir a lot of emotions and questions from Christians and seekers alike. Questions like: Who was this Jesus? Why did he die? Did it really happen this way? What happened next? And what does it mean for me?
    The Passion, the Purpose and Person of Jesus Christ Small Group Study allows everyone, from seekers to mature believers, to discuss their thoughts and feelings about the film, and to find answers to their questions. It is a tremendous opportunity to invite unsaved friends and loved ones to your small group.

      This 3 week video-based curriculum is built on the Purpose Driven model, and features video teaching by Pastors Lance Witt and Tom Holladay, with an introductory video message by Pastor Rick Warren.

Why I Am a Christian  by John Stott; InterVarsity Press In a time when many Christian authors recommend the claims of Christian faith by descriptions of faith encounters and invitations to "dance with the mystery," Stott, author of many foundational apologetic works, offers a clear and compelling account of the theological basis for his own belief. He begins by explaining the sense of God's own pursuit of him, providing illustrations from the lives of famous Christians with similar experiences. He continues with a logical examination of the claims and character of Jesus as seen in Scripture. The last section discusses the nature and needs of human beings, explaining how those needs are fully met through the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. The book concludes with a simple invitation for the reader to respond to the claims of Christ personally, offering a sample prayer.

The Third Day by Hank Hanegraaff; W Publishing

The foundation of Christian faith, the resurrection of Jesus Christ, is defended in detail in this powerful work from author Hank Hanegraaff's bestseller Resurrection. Factual evidences are examined, from the fatal torment and empty tomb to Christ's appearances and transformation. Believers will find this chronicle of immense help in defending their faith with tangible proof and in terms the secular world can appreciate and understand. Not merely a shield for spiritual battle, this book is a torch to arm Christians with a convincing case study of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

John Debney
The Passion Of The Christ - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

A Violent Grace by Michael Card; Multnomah     Embark on a fantastic, life-changing journey of discovery to that place where unfathomable grace emerged from horrible sacrifice and suffering. Violent Grace is at the essence of our appreciation of God's great love.

Mere Christianity  by C.S. Lewis, Harper Collins  "In 1943 England, when all hope was threatened by the inhumanity of war, C. S. Lewis was invited to give a series of radio lectures addressing the central issues of Christianity. First heard as informal radio broadcasts, the lectures were then published as three books and subsequently combined as Mere Christianity. C. S. Lewis proves that "at the center of each there is something, or a Someone, who against all divergences of belief, all differences of temperament, all memories of mutual persecution, speaks with the same voice," rejecting the boundaries that divide Christianity's many denominations."--

Jesus Wept by Bruce Marchiano, Howard Publishing

     In this utterly profound book, Bruce Marchiano explores the head and heart of Jesus to answer questions hurting people have been asking for generations. Where was Jesus when I buried my husband? What was Jesus' reaction when my son was paralyzed? Or when my baby died? Or when the bus overturned? Or the tornado hit? When the terrorists struck on September 11, how did Jesus respond? The answer just might blow you away. Jesus wept.

Max Lucado Titles

He Did This Just for You by Max Lucado            Thomas Nelson Building on stories and illustrations from the book He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado, He Did This Just for You is a 64-page evangelistic book that leads the readers through God's plan of salvation and offers an invitation to accept Christ. It's the perfect way to introduce the gospel to friends and acquaintances through Max Lucado's warm and easy to understand writing style. Experience God's grace and plan of salvation for the first time or use this booklet to share the message of hope with someone you know.

Six Hours One Friday: Living the Power of the Cross  by Max Lucado, W Publishing

Sometimes it seems life has nothing to send your way but storms. How can you possibly anchor yourself well enough to survive and weather these storms? You may be facing...

• a failing marriage,

• an impossible work deadline,

• a potential layoff,

• the death of a child,

• a malignant tumor

• or something equally challenging.

You don't have to weather these storms alone. God promises to be with you, and He has provided you with three anchor points to help you ride out any storm. Each anchor point was planted firmly in bedrock two thousand years ago by a carpenter who claimed to be the Christ. And it was all done in the course of a single day. All done during six hours one Friday.

Next Door Savior: Near Enough to Touch, Strong Enough to Trust by Max Lucado, W Publishing 

We applaud men for doing good things.  We enshrine God for doing great things. But what about a man who does God things?
   One thing is certain. We can't ignore him. If these moments are factual, if the claim of Christ is actual, then he was, at once, man and God.

   The single most significant person who ever lived. Forget MVP. He is the entire league. The head of the parade? Hardly. No one else shares the street. Who comes close? Humanity's best and brightest fade like dime-store rubies next to him.
   Dismiss him? We can't. Resist him? Equally difficult. Why would we want to?
    Don't we need a God-man Savior? A just-God Jesus could make us, but not understand us. A just-man Jesus could love us, but never save us. But a God-man Jesus?
     Near enough to touch. Strong enough to trust. A next door Savior.
 

Anne Graham Lotz Titles

Just Give Me Jesus by Anne Graham Lotz, Thomas Nelson    After two pressure-filled, life-changing years of professional exhaustion and personal turmoil, Anne Graham Lotz found herself with only one heart-cry, “Please, just give me Jesus.” In this faith-inspiring book, she stares intently at the realities of life with her Savior. To those needing a fresh start, to those still searching for happiness, to those in need of forgiveness, to the suffering and the self-righteous alike, Jesus was, is, and will always be the answer.

My Heart's Cry by Anne Graham Lotz, Thomas Nelson    Anne Graham Lotz draws new insights from passages containing Jesus' teachings to his disciples toward the end of his earthly ministry when the disciples were trying to cling to Him most. Anne writes, “I wanted to know what He had to say to those who were desperate for more of Him.”

     Anne focuses each chapter on a passage from the last half of the book of John and features a corresponding life application. Chapter titles will include… His Voice in My Ears, His Tears on My Face, His Praise on My Lips, His Death in My Life, His Dirt on My Hands, His Hope in My Grief, His Fruit in My Service, His Love in My Home, His Courage in My Convictions, His Nearness in My Loneliness, His Answers to My Prayers, and His Glory on My Knees.

Other John Stott Titles

Incomparable Christ by John Stott, InterVarsity Press  In The Incomparable Christ John Stott brings to print his A.D. 2000 London Lectures on Contemporary Christianity. In this book, one of the outstanding evangelical statesmen and intellects of the last half century directs our attention to the One like no other, Jesus Christ.

Basic Christianity by John Stott, Eerdmans  World-renowned scholar and preacher John R.W. Stott embarks on a compelling course of study that first defends the fundamental claims of Christianity and then defines the proper overworkings of these basic beliefs in the daily lives of believers. Here is a sound, sensible guide for those who are seeking an intellectually satisfying presentation of the Christian faith.