From "Why am I here?" to "What's next?" in this international bestseller, Alpha pioneer Nicky Gumbel addresses some of the foundational questions that challenge us all. Questions of Life is a step-by-step guide to the basics of the Christian faith by one of the world's most respected Christian leaders. This book contains the talks that are given on Alpha, and in it Nicky explores key themes, questions, and objections to faith, leading us on an engaging, personal journey of discovery. Alpha creates an environment of hospitality where people can bring their friends, family, and work colleagues to explore the Christian faith, ask questions, and share their point of view. Alpha makes it easy to invite friends to have spiritual conversations which explore life's biggest questions in a safe and respectful way. Alpha's approach to hospitality, faith, and discussion is designed to welcome everyone, especially those who might not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers. Each session includes time for a large group meal, short teaching, and small group discussion.
Why Jesus? is a concise and easy-to-read study of the very real questions surrounding Jesus that your guests might be thinking about when first attending your church or Alpha: Who is Jesus? Why do we need Him? Why did He have to die? Why is He relevant to my life today? These booklets are an effective evangelistic tool to pass out to guests at your services or at Alpha, sharing the Gospel in a warm and relevant way. Alpha is based on a pattern found in the New Testament of people bringing their friends, family, and work colleagues to meet Jesus. Alpha is an easy way to say to friends, "Come and see, come and explore your questions, come and hear about Jesus, come and see for yourself." Everyone is welcome at Alpha, but the program is designed especially for people who would not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers.
Prepare for your guests this Easter with a wonderful evangelistic booklet by Nicky Gumbel. Like Gumbel's Why Jesus?, this booklet is a concise and easy-to-read study of the very real questions surrounding Jesus that people might be thinking about at Easter: Who is Jesus? Why do we need him? Why did he have to die? Why does he matter to my life today? With hearts particularly open in the Easter season, these booklets are an effective evangelistic tool to pass out to guests at your services, sharing the Gospel in a warm and relevant way. Alpha is based on a pattern found in the New Testament of people bringing their friends, family, and work colleagues to meet Jesus. Alpha is an easy way to say to friends, "Come and see, come and explore your questions, come and hear about Jesus, come and see for yourself." Everyone is welcome at Alpha, but the program is designed especially for people who would not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers.
What's so important about Christmas? Why are people still celebrating the birth of a baby born 2,000 years ago? An evangelistic booklet for those having their first questions about the Christian faith. It is a concise, easy-to-read study of the very real questions people may be asking about Jesus at Christmas time, explaining why his birth, death and resurrection are still relevant today. This expanded edition includes content from Nicky Gumbel’s Bible in One Year, an ideal companion to reading the Bible.
The Christmas edition of Why Jesus? Re-released for 2023, Why Christmas? is a concise, easy-to-read study of the very real questions people may have about Jesus and why his birth, death and resurrection are central to the Christian faith. Over 3 million copies of this popular booklet have been sold across the world since it was first published. Written by Nicky Gumbel, the pioneer of Alpha, it explores why we need Jesus and how he satisfies our hunger for meaning and purpose in life, for life beyond death, and for forgiveness. Illustrated by Charlie Mackesy, the booklet is designed to be given away at Christmas services and events and to anyone with questions about Jesus and the Christian faith.
Thirty Bible passages from the Old and New Testaments which can be read over 30 days, with explanation and practical comments designed to relate the Bible to the reader's own life.
What does living as a Christian really look like? What changes do I need to make to the way I live my life? How does Jesus want me to live? The Sermon on the Mount is Jesus' teaching on how to conduct our lives. While his original audience was a crowd of first-century Jews, his words are astutely relevant to 21st century living, particularly as modern Western cultural trends are increasingly at odds with Jesus' teaching. Laid out to follow the structure of Matthew 5-7, each chapter delves into the topics raised in these verses, including: - Dealing with anger - Handling conflict and criticism - Managing money - Sex, marriage and divorce - The secret of true happiness With his familiar mix of wisdom and humour, Nicky Gumbel explains Jesus' teaching and presents practical ways to apply it so Christians can follow Jesus in every aspect of their lives.
Millions of people all over the world have now attended an Alpha course, an opportunity to explore the meaning of life, and have now been profoundly challenged by its fresh and engaging introduction to the Christian faith. with honesty and common sense, some of the key questions that we will face when we give consideration to the claims of Christianity and points the way to an authentic faith that is exciting and relevant to today's world.
What distinguishes Alpha from other initiatives is the easy going, relaxed feel of the proceedings - that and its astonishing success.' - The Times Telling Others imparts the vision, excitement and challenge of Alpha, with a practical guide to running a successful course. Perfect as a resource for churches, the book details the principles and structure of Alpha, tips on hosting small groups and giving talks, and guidance on pastoral care. A series of appendices provides suggestions for practicalities such as administration and running daytime and workplace courses, and advice on avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls. The chapters are interspersed with testimonies, written in their own words, from people whose lives have been changed by God through Alpha.
This is a chapter from Nicky Gumbel's book, Searching Issues. Nicky tackles questions around the Trinity, as it is one of the most challenging doctrines of the Christian faith and one of the most common questions asked on Alpha. This is an ideal take away for an Alpha guest who is struggling with this topic or anyone curious to find out more.
This is a chapter from Nicky Gumbel's book, Searching Issues. Nicky tackles questions around other religions, as it can be a barrier to faith and one of the most common questions asked on Alpha.
Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha - a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith - and vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in Kensington, London, aids readers following the Bible in one year programme to understand the Scriptures better. Drawing out a theme for each day from the designated Bible readings, Gumbel's exegetical writings on the Proverbs, Psalms and New and Old Testament excerpts are packed with insight, wisdom and application. These accompanying reading notes will enhance the study of anyone reading the Bible in One Year each day. Nicky's commentary on the Bible in One Year is available as an iOS and Android app. It has over 3 million subscribers worldwide.
Alpha is a series of fifteen interactive sessions, typically run over eleven weeks, including a weekend away, where anyone can explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment.
The Alpha course is a fifteen-session practical introduction to the Christian faith designed for nonchurchgoers and new Christians. More than 8 million people have completed the Alpha course worldwide.The Gospel of John, Special Alpha Course Edition was designed for both Alpha course guests and others who have little to no experience reading the Bible. Features and Benefits. Complete text of John's Gospel (NIV version Excerpts from Nicky Gumbel's talk "Why and How Should I Read the Bible?" Clear, user-friendly introductions to the Bible and to the Gospel of John itself.Text notes expanding on the importance of God's Word.Testimonies from Alpha course participants.Notes addressing unfamiliar terms and vocabulary for example: "What was a Pharisee?
Why does God allow suffering? lt;BR> Do all religions lead to God? lt;BR> What about the New Age? lt;BR> Is there anything wrong with sex outside of marriage? lt;BR> lt;BR> Tough, real questions . . . that require straight answers. Nicky Gumbel discusses these and three other common objections to the Christian faith. lt;BR> lt;I>Searching Issues is for those seeking insights into some of the most difficult and complex questions surrounding Christianity. This book is also for those interested in bringing their friends to Christ. Whether you are studying on your own or with a small group, you will find helpful answers. lt;BR> lt;BR> Nickey Gumbel studied law at Cambridge and theology at Oxford, practiced as a lawyer, and is now ordained and on the staff of Holy Trinity Brompton Church in London. He is also the author of Questions of Life, Why Jesus?, Why Christmas?, a Life Worth Living, and Challenging Lifestyle.
Jesus Christ makes life profoundly worth living. This is Paul's message in his letter to the Philippians, in which he encourages the church he planted in Philippi to go on pursuing their new identity in Christ. In an engaging and accessible way, Nicky Gumbel places this key letter of the New Testament in context, explaining its audience and its writer, before unpacking why and how Christians can live with a new purpose, confidence and joy. He uses plenty of choice anecdotes to help us understand how Paul's message applies to us today, and how living for Jesus is living life to the full. Ideal for people new to studying the Bible, this book will help the reader understand the exciting implications of being a Christian.
Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha - a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith - and vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton in Kensington, London, aids readers following the Bible in one year programme to understand the Scriptures better. Drawing out a theme for each day from the designated Bible readings, Gumbel's exegetical writings on the Proverbs, Psalms and New and Old Testament excerpts are packed with insight, wisdom and application. These accompanying reading notes will enhance the study of anyone reading the Bible in One Year each day. Nicky's commentary on the Bible in One Year is available as an iOS and Android app. It has over 3 million subscribers worldwide.
This is a chapter from Nicky Gumbel's book, Searching Issues. Nicky tackles questions around the New Spirituality, as it can be a barrier to faith and one of the most common questions asked on Alpha.
In this engaging book, Nicky Gumbel takes a closer look at the Sermon on the Mount and presents, with his familiar mix of wisdom and humour, the way Jesus tells us to live our lives.
Containing all fifteen of the Alpha course talks, Nicky Gumbel honestly and sensibly tackles some of the key questions faced by "seekers" who are giving consideration to the claims of Christianity. Foundational reading for anyone involved in an Alpha course. Individual chapters of Alpha-Questions. Also available in booklet form to hand out to guests.
What is "The Da Vinci Code" about? What does Dan Brown himself believe and what is his evidence? Where does the truth lie? In this short booklet, the author addresses these and other questions.
Alpha is a theologically-tried and tested course designed for laity-led, church-based evangelism that presents the message of Jesus in a clear and non-threatening manner to people of all walks of life - particularly those with no faith and those who do not attend services regularly. Invest in the following resources to launch Alpha in your church:
This is a chapter from Nicky Gumbel's book, Searching Issues. Nicky tackles questions around Science and Christianity, as it can be a barrier to faith and one of the most common questions asked on Alpha. This is an ideal take away for an Alpha guest who is struggling with this topic or anyone curious to find out more.
Alpha is a theologically-tried and tested course designed for laity-led, church-based evangelism that presents the message of Jesus in a clear and non-threatening manner to people of all walks of life - particularly those with no faith and those who do not attend services regularly. Invest in the following resources to launch Alpha in your church:
Is Faith Irrational? is a chapter from Nicky Gumbel's book, Searching Issues. Nicky tackles questions around the rationality of faith, as it can be a barrier for some and one of the most common questions asked on Alpha. This is an ideal take away for an Alpha guest who is struggling with this topic or anyone curious to find out more. Alpha creates an environment of hospitality where people can bring their friends, family and work colleagues to explore the Christian faith, ask questions and share their point of view. Alpha makes it easy to invite friends to have spiritual conversations which explore life's biggest questions in a safe and respectful way. Alpha's approach to hospitality, faith and discussion is designed to welcome everyone, especially those who might not describe themselves as Christians or church-goers. Each session includes time for a large group meal, short teaching, and small group discussion.
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