{"product_id":"becoming-like-jesus-bible-study-guide-plus-streaming-video","title":"Becoming Like Jesus Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mainContent___KncIm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"tabpanel\" id=\"title-references-tabpanel-1\" aria-labelledby=\"title-references-tab-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiBox-root css-old1by\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis honest and refreshing look at the Beatitudes, from trusted Bible teacher Matt Chandler, will leave viewers believing that God is at work in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Jesus spoke the \"blessed are . . .\" Beatitudes, He didn't say they were a formula for happiness or the keys to the kingdom. Instead, they were a declaration from God about us as His followers in spite of our weaknesses and failures. The Christian life is not a series of mountaintop, blissful, nothing-ever-goes-wrong moments but a series of ups and does the Holy Spirit uses to shape us into Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eBecoming Like Jesus\u003c\/em\u003e, bestselling author and pastor Matt Chandler will guide you through one of the more famous passages of Scripture—Jesus' Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1–12). While you may read these \"blessed are . . .\" statements and think,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnce I get it all together, then I'll feel blessed\u003c\/em\u003e—that's not actually what Jesus said. When introducing the Beatitudes, Jesus didn't describe eight different kinds of people but eight qualities of the same person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Beatitudes are not what make you a Christian. But if you are a Christian, over time Jesus is going to turn you more and more into this kind of person that reflects God's kingdom. You can't just decide to be poor in spirit. You can't just determine that you'll be meek or disciplined enough to be pure in heart. No, as you seek a deeper and more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ through the Gospels, He will develop in you a new way of living that helps you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunderstand how desperately you need God,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emourn not only your sins but the state of the world,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehumbly serve the Lord instead of build your own kingdom,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehunger and thirst for right relationships with God and others,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshow mercy because of how merciful Jesus has been to you,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseek purity by living with integrity and being transparent,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eshare the peace and good news of Jesus wherever you go, and\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremember your heavenly reward when enduring persecution on earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWherever you are in your journey, whatever your stage in life, and regardless of whether the Beatitudes are challenging right now, you can be sure God is shaping you into someone who looks like Jesus. Don't be discouraged, because every high and low, every victory and loss, is being used by God to move you forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis study guide includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual access to five streaming video sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVideo notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal study for deeper reflection between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA guide to best practices for leading a group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming video access included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAccess code subject to expiration after 12\/31\/2030. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaperback, 160p.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"navigation___AOPVB\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Zondervan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45135224996031,"sku":"9780310165279","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/8457\/1839\/files\/9780310165279_f36bc.jpg?v=1770148426","url":"https:\/\/southeastbookstore.org\/products\/becoming-like-jesus-bible-study-guide-plus-streaming-video","provider":"Southeast Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}