"Whether you experience nagging worry or debilitating panic, God’s Word offers hope and help. In this 31-day devotional, pastor and biblical counselor Paul Tautges delves deeply, but gently, into the heart of fear and unbelief, using daily readings, reflection questions, and practical application to fuel the faith that strengthens inner security and peace." (Source: Amazon.com)
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This biblical study lays out "a proper Christian view of anxiety, from creation to fall to redemption to consummation. Along the way, [the author] helps us to apply the gospel to our daily lives and reclaim anxiety for what it should be—vigilance to motivate us to do God’s work." Author: Robert W. Kellemen (Source: Amazon.com)
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In this month-long devotional, counselor Robert Jones teaches you where your anger comes from, how to take it to God and deal with the underlying desires that cause it, and how to respond in Christlike ways to the situations that provoke it in you. Daily reflection questions and practical action steps show you specific godly behaviors that can replace your anger. (Source: Amazon.com)
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Exploring how the Bible—through the psalms of lament and the book of Lamentations—gives voice to our pain, this book invites us to grieve, struggle, and tap into the rich reservoir of grace and mercy God offers in the darkest moments of our lives. (Source: Amazon.com) Author: Mark Vroegop
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Where Is God in the Struggle? Looking away from despair towards hope can feel risky. What if God doesn't come through for you? What if you don't feel instantly better? Instead of offering simple platitudes or unrealistic cure-all formulas, Edward T. Welch addresses the complex nature of depression with compassion and insight, applying the rich treasures of the Christian gospel, and giving fresh hope to those who struggle. (Source: Amazon.com) Author: Edward T. Welch
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Drawing on the success of their own church campaign, two pastors help readers learn to value, respect, and care for the people who live in their neighborhoods. (Source: amazon.com)
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God did not give us His gospel just so we could embrace it and be converted. He offers it to us every day as a gift that keeps on giving us everything we need for life and godliness. Here is a valuable tool to preach the gospel to yourself daily to strengthen your faith and define what you believe and why. (Source: Amazon.com)
Visit LinkThis is the video recording of an online discussion from May 19, 2020, led by FCC's Pastor Pat Stream, on how to overcome anxiety. Find the presentation slides at the link below.
Visit LinkTwo FCC leaders share how applying the SOAP method can look in an actual conversation, as an example for a discipleship group or Missional Community.
Visit LinkWhere do I start with my personal Bible Study? Where do I start with a new believer? How do I mentor them in all the things I’ve learned? The answer to all these questions is the Bible, and here’s a very simple but highly effective way to help yourself and other’s grow in Christ. Two of FCC's discipleship leaders walk through how to get started with personal discipleship, including the SOAP method.
Visit LinkThis is the video recording of an online discussion from May 5, 2020, led by FCC's Pastor Pat Stream, on how to deal with disappointment and frustration during the season of COVID-19. Find the presentation slides at the link below.
Visit LinkTwo of Faith Community Church's Missional Community Coaches lead a video training about asking heart-focused questions. Please see the related document, "10 Heart Questions for Check-in and Discipleship" at the link below.
Visit LinkThis is the video recording of an online discussion from Apr. 28, 2020, led by FCC's Pastor Pat Stream, on how to deal with grief, sadness and depression during the season of COVID-19. Find the presentation slides at the link below.
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The Five Stages Tool helps us answer the questions: "What should we be doing in discipleship and in what order?" and "What resources might be best?" Reach out to Tim Prince (tprince@fcchudson.com) with any questions about this tool.
DownloadThe SOAP bible study method gives you a simple 4-step process to reading the bible: S-scripture; O-observation; A-Application; P-Prayer.
DownloadWhere do I start with my personal Bible Study? Where do I start with a new believer? How do I mentor them in all the things I’ve learned? The answer to all these questions is the Bible, and here’s a very simple but highly effective way to help yourself and other’s grow in Christ. Two of FCC's discipleship leaders walk through how to get started with personal discipleship, including the SOAP method.
DownloadPlease see the video training, "Asking Heart-Focused Questions," for more information.
DownloadOn April 28, 2019, Gregg Bennett and Jeff Burton led the As We God Discipleship Workshop, "Reasons That Point To Faith." The workshop covered some of the compelling facts, evidence, and rationale that strongly support a justified belief in God and the resurrection of Jesus. Checkout the slides from the workshop for more information.
DownloadMemorize a Bible verse each week or reference Scriptures by topic with this two-year Bible memory plan.
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