Study Guides

Joseph, favored son of Jacob bar Isaac, is sold into slavery by his brotrhers. As slave, prisoner, and ultimately second-in-command to Pharaoh, Joseph learns forgiveness and healing of the scars of his life.

By comparing Joseph's story to Paul's letter to the Philippians, you'll learn how a Christian can live in faith-filled joy even in the midst of trials. When we identify and ask God to heal the scars (the things in our life and past that keep us from being whole) of our lives, we become transformed into the child of God we were born to be.

This upcoming study will explore his journey as a companion to the book, It is I, Joseph by Cynthia Davis.

For information about the guide, contact Cynthia Davis here

Seed Sown Parables

Growing with God

Molly Moss

You can read an excerpt of this Parable, illustrated by Tristan Stephenson & order a copy from Cynthia Davis.

Seed Sown Parables are little inspirational gifts for meditation and entertainment that will plant a seed in the reader’s heart and mind. As we open up like plants, we are closer to being more truly who we each are as a Beloved Child of God .

“These little stories teach life lessons in a way that both adults and children enjoy,” says Cynthia. “Tristan Stephenson, a talented, budding artist, has illustrated Molly Moss. Perfect for retreats with Bible study or book groups. You will explore ways to let God grow your faith through reading the parable and in discussions.”

Molly Moss is the story of an unhappy moss who learns that what she does is very important to others. Other parables are:

Theresa the Tree is a tree who thinks that she is useless. It takes a friendly mole to show her the truth.
Cecilia the Cloud tells the story of a small cloud who finds that love and compassion are all she needs to share the gift of rain with some desperate flowers.
Andrea the Apricot Bud learns from a busy bee that she has to open up to really experience life and become what she is supposed to be.
Anna the Aspen gets help from a squirrel to discover that loss is not a bad thing.
Bonnie the Bush learns how to share her story by learning to be vulnerable.
Francis the Fig Tree is the story of redemption as learned by the fig tree outside Jerusalem that Jesus cursed.
Penelope the Pansy is the story of a little seed that finds herself growing and changing despite herself.
Holly the Honeysuckle finds out that while pruning may be uncomfortable, it is sometimes necessary.

Enter the Tabernacle

Holy Symbolism for your Life

This study offers a look inside the tabernacle built from God’s design as a place of worship in the wilderness and used until Solomon built a temple to the Lord in Jerusalem.

By drawing comparisons to church space and worship throughout the ages, you’ll see how the design of the Tabernacle influenced and still impacts our worship spaces. Jesus Christ is our access to God. We are, as Paul says, the tabernacle of the Spirit. By looking at the construction and furnishings of the ancient tabernacle in relation to our personal worship, we find new depth to the relationship with our Lord.

While this can be used as an individual or small group study, a more in depth look at the Tabernacle and its symbolism for Christians can be gained during a weekend retreat led by Cynthia. Contact Cynthia here for more information.

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Walk with Jesus

Meeting God on the Journey

Also available as a Vacation Bible School curriculum, the adult study is available online now.

Travel through Israel—Galilee and Judea as known by Jesus. The towns, people, and events of the time impacted Jesus and his followers. Learning about some of the places mentioned in the Gospels, in light of the Gospel accounts, you will find your faith enriched.

By focusing on different aspects of Christ’s pilgrimage through Israel, you will draw closer to God in your own journey.

Perfect for Lent, this study can also be used at other times of the year.

Miriam's Healing

Where is God?

This study explores the eternal question of Where God is when ‘bad things happen to good people’? Miriam experienced the despair and fear of bondage in Egypt, which led her to question her faith. Even during the Exodus, she found it difficult to remember that God is in control. We too often lose sight of the Holy One when life if difficult. This study looks at how this woman of the Bible can help us find answers to that question.

Divided into sections relating to portions of the book, you will find questions for your group that are sure to spark enthusiastic discussions.

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Watch for the not too distant release of this study guide incorporated in the book.

For information about purchasing the guide now, contact Cynthia Davis here.

Beloved Leah

Works or Faith

Leah is a woman like many of us. Her identity is tied to what others think of her and their expectations of her. Sometimes her faith in the God of Jacob is strong enough to sustain her. More often, she tried to work hard in order to be accepted. By studying Leah’s response to the challenges in her life, we can learn to accept ourselves, our faith, and God’s love more fully. Leah tried to work hard to attain acceptance and love from Jacob, only gradually realizing that it was God’s love that was more important.

In these 12 lessons you will look at what Leah’s life and the Letter of James can teach about seeking approval from God and each other through works rather than by faith.

For information about purchasing the guide now, contact Cynthia Davis here