{"product_id":"on-the-trail-the-james-oakley-9798304332095","title":"On The Trail - The Letter of 1 John: Know That You Know","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is part of the \u003ci\u003eOn The Trail\u003c\/i\u003e series of Bible study guides designed for small groups. This title takes groups through 10 studies in the Letter of 1 John.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 John is a short letter, one of the \"general epistles\" or \"catholic epistles\" - written to the church in general rather than to a named church.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn's tone is positive. He writes to encourage, wanting to reassure his readers that they are genuine Christians and that this means they truly have eternal life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile there are many legitimate applications that come out of studying this letter, our studies should overall leave groups reassured and encouraged in their Christian standing and in the blessings that flow from this.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the \u003ci\u003eOn The Trail\u003c\/i\u003e Series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eDigging into God's Word is most rewarding when small groups discover its treasures together. For this to happen, leaders need confidence in their understanding of the text-not to dispense \"correct\" answers, but to guide and encourage exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese guides equip leaders by providing: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA book overview: Gain a clear picture of the overall themes and message, helping each passage fit into the bigger narrative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContext for each passage: See how it connects to what's come before, what follows, and the broader story of Scripture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed explanations: Unpack challenging details and clarify difficult sections, making the text accessible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey message summaries: Understand the main point of each passage, with a concise single-sentence summary and a suggested aim for the study.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussion questions: Includes open-ended prompts to spark conversation, plus step-by-step questions for groups that benefit from more guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical application ideas: Explore how the text speaks to contemporary life, helping God's Word transform our lives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e James Oakley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798304332095\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/20\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 110\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d","brand":"James Oakley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48851088572671,"sku":"9798304332095","price":8.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/on-the-trail-the-james-oakley-9798304332095","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}