Ever find yourself flipping through the pages of the Bible, marveling at the incredible journeys of these real people? Well, you’re not alone! In this post, we have a curated list of Bible studies that dive deep into the lives of the people we see in God’s Word, unpacking their trials, triumphs, and everything in between. We know there’s something uniquely powerful about learning from the experiences of those who’ve walked before us. So, grab your coffee (or tea, whatever fills your cup), and jump into this list made for you:
Join Priscilla Shirer on this 7-session journey through the life and times of the prophet Elijah to discover how the fire on Mount Carmel was forged in the valley of famine. And how the emboldened, fiery faith you desire is being fashioned by God in your life right now.
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Trace the path of Joseph’s life in the book of Genesis to observe how God’s sovereignty reigns, even in our darkest moments. Learn to recognize when God is working during periods of waiting, trust God’s plan when life doesn’t make sense, and rest in the sufficiency of His presence in every circumstance. In this 8-session study with Kelly Minter, you’ll see that His provision is enough, His presence is constant, and His purpose is unstoppable.
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Hosea, an old-testament prophet, preached his own life message using his marriage as the sermon illustration. The book will challenge us with judgment so harsh it will singe our hair—an unheeded sermon warning of devastating doom shortly to come. But it will show us the kind of love we dream about. Join Jennifer Rothschild in this 7-session study to learn how the book of Hosea showers us with hope—hints and portents pointing to the coming of the promised Messiah.
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In this 6-session Bible study from Lifeway Women, you’ll study more than thirty women in Scripture whose lives have inspired generations of women in their faith and devotion to God. Their stories are a reminder that you, too, are made in the image of God, and you have an important part to play in God’s story.
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Borrowing from best-selling studies by Beth Moore, Priscilla Shirer, Lisa Harper, Kelly Minter, and Jennifer Rothschild, this 5-session study explores crucial moments in the lives of five Old Testament figures—Esther, Gideon, Malachi, Nehemiah, and Hosea. Through their stories, discover how God uses the lives of ordinary people for His glory and the good of His people. Strengthen your faith as you walk alongside these larger-than-life figures who all chose to obey God no matter the circumstances.