Sunergos Bible Studies listed below feature the ISV. They are available in PDF format or as printed editions. Developed by Jan Wells for use at her local church, at the request of friends they have been made available to others.

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Just as Israel faced a variety of strong enemies, so do we! How do you face opposition? Where do you turn for support? What does it mean to be a part of God’s army today? Join forces with others who follow Christ through this in-depth inductive Bible study of the Old Testament book of Joshua. The book of Joshua is not just a historical record of Israel’s conquest and occupation of the Promised Land, because the message of the book of Joshua can make a difference in your life today.

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Examines specific events centering on a group of people who lived in the time of the judges. This four lesson study will seek to understand the nature and character of God, so that the student can grow in their faith and see the eternal principles of God’s word that can be applied even today.

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This in-depth inductive study of the Old Testament Book of Esther examines specific events centering on a young Jewish woman who became queen to King Ahasuerus during the Babylonian captivity.

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This in-depth study examines the life of Nehemiah. Who was Nehemiah and what can you learn from this Jewish leader who lived during the time of the Persian Empire? One part of the study looks at the prayers of Nehemiah and from his prayers we learn about his understanding of God. Nehemiah 9 includes one of the longest prayers in Scripture and it is a beautiful record of God’s relationship with His people Israel. This study also focuses on portions of the history of Israel that led to the events in the time of Nehemiah. Because of the importance of the psalms, most of the daily lessons close by studying a psalm whose message connects with Israel’s circumstances in the post-exilic era. While the book of Nehemiah is a historical record of Israel’s return to Jerusalem during the Persian reign, the message of the book also has relevance for followers of Christ who live in the 21st century. Because this is an inductive study, it carefully observes the texts of Scripture, interprets the original intent of the passage, and challenges the student to claim the eternal principles that are to be applied for all those who follow Jesus Christ. The lessons include homework that provides options for the students and could be done in one to three hours each week. When a group is meeting weekly, each student will benefit from the review discussion suggested in the accompanying leader’s guide.

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Focuses on the book of Jonah. Has God ever trusted you with a difficult task, and rather than obey you wanted to run away? Do you struggle with sometimes feeling overwhelmed by trials, and want to understand anger and depression? Do you have questions about God's forgiveness and need to know your responsibility in regard to forgiving others? If so, then this Bible study is for you....

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Focuses on Christ's Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5-7. The lessons examine Jesus’ message that challenges on a wide variety of subjects, including the blessing of obedience. The study leads participants to understand their place in God’s kingdom and to be encouraged to live out their faith in Christ.

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Focuses on Mark’s record of Christ’s life and ministry as well as the same events when presented in the other Gospels. The study asks the student to carefully observe in order to accurately interpret The Gospel According to Mark, the good news of Jesus Christ.

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Focuses on a message for the early Christian church who were living in the city of Rome. The study carefully examines the apostle Paul’s concerns for believers in the first century.

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Focuses on the message for the early Christian church in the region of Galatia, by carefully examining the apostle Paul’s concerns for this specific group of believers. The in-depth ten week study also takes a close look (one day each week) at a specific fruit of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22,23 as well as studying the nature and role of the Holy Spirit in the life of those who follow Christ.

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Focuses on the message for the early Christian church in the city of Ephesus. The timeless truths of the book of Ephesians provide truths that have inspired and encouraged people of all ages.

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The study looks at the message written to the church in the ancient city of Colossae while seeking the relevance of this book for followers of Christ who live in the 21st century. The book of Colossians contains very important theology, as well as instructions for living as a Christian. Because this is an in-depth inductive study, it carefully observes the text of Scripture, interprets the original intent of the book, and challenges the student to claim the eternal principles that can be applied for all those who follow Jesus Christ in the everyday circumstances of life.

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An examination of the founding of the Christian church in Philippi and a historical and cultural look at the influences of the Greek culture upon these first century followers of Christ. The lessons will also examine the life and ministry of the apostle Paul, as well as the influences of the Jewish culture upon the early Christian church.

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Focuses on the message for Philemon and the Christian church in the city of Colossae. The in-depth two week course covers the many dimensions of inductive study and this shorter lesson will challenge beginning or advanced students of the Bible.

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Focuses on the message for the early Christian church on the island of Crete, off the coast of Greece.  The study carefully examines the apostle Paul’s concerns for believers who would be led by the disciple Titus.

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Focuses on a message for the early Christian church scattered from Judea in the first century.  The study carefully examines the disciple James’ concerns for Jewish believers to keep on being doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves. 

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