Journey Biblical Studies (19 vols.)

by Tommy C. Higle; Holly Higle Buxton; Jeremy C. Higle

Publisher:

Tommy Higle Publishers

, 1999–2017

Overview

The Journey Biblical Studies collection (19 vols.) presents a wide set of bible study curriculum designed for pastors and church leaders Wednesday night Bible studies, pastor’s classes, Sunday school, or Sunday studies. Many pastors even use them as ready-to-preach sermons or Bible studies. Anyone working through this series will walk away at the end knowing more about the teachings of Scripture. Each study is oriented around a set of lessons with maps, diagrams, and charts to enhance your ability to understand the people, themes, and teachings of the Bible.

Key Features

• Lays out practically-oriented bible studies for students of the Bible
• Includes thoughtful study questions based on historical events and culture
• Useful for both group bible studies and also self-learning

Product Details

• Title: Journey Biblical Studies
• Author: Tommy C. Higle, Holly Higle Buxton, Jeremy C. Higle
• Series: Journey New Testament Series
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Dates: 1999–2017
• Volumes: 19
• Pages: 1,158
• Format: Digital > Logos Research Edition
• Resource Type: Bible Studies
• Topic: Biblical Studies
• Resource ID: {C91AC545-B819-4F35-8DCA-075C2E1AA60A}

Journey into Believer Building: A Study of the “One Another” Phrases in the New Testament

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2007
• Pages: 56

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This “journey” is a 7-lesson study of the “one another” phrases in the New Testament. From studying these phrases, we can discover how God wants us to build up “one another.” Lesson titles include: Loving One Another, Being United With One Another, Being Patient With One Another, Being Kind to One Another, Forgiving One Another, Encouraging One Another, and Bearing One Another's Burdens.

Journey into Blessed Living: A 13 Lesson Study of the Beatitudes

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2009
• Pages: 60

Sample Pages: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

A “blessed” life is what the Beatitudes are all about! Most people pursue a “blessed” life in all the wrong places, such as careers, relationships, money, etc. However, in the introduction to His “Sermon on the Mount,” Jesus gives us the steps to “blessed living.” Lesson titles in this 13-lesson study include: Getting the Right Start, Becoming a Blessed Beggar, Good Mourning, Getting Your Life Under Control, Finding Satisfaction, The Benefits of Being Merciful, How To See God, Restoring Broken Relationships, Rejoicing in Rejection, Making a Difference in the World, Brightening Your Light, etc.

Journey into Christlikeness: A 13 Lesson Study of the Fruit of the Spirit

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2005
• Pages: 59

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This is a study of the fruit of the Spirit as recorded in Galatians 5:22-23. The fruit of the Holy Spirit is really just a word picture of Jesus Christ. The nine components compose a trio of threes or a trinity within a trinity. The first trio relates to our relationship with God, the second trio to our relationships with other people, and the third trio to our relationship with ourselves. Lesson titles in this 13-lesson study include: Becoming the Person God Wants You To Be, Building Healthy Relationships, Finding Joy Every Day, When You're All Stressed Out, The Paybacks of Patience, “Try A Little Kindness,” Becoming a Good Person, Getting God To Bless Your Life, Being a Gentle Person, Getting Control of Your Life, Producing the Fruit of the Spirit, etc.

Journey into Debt Free Living

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2004
• Pages: 64

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Everyone needs to know how to have a “journey into debt-free living” because the number one contributing factor to divorce in the United States is personal debt. It is more of a problem than drugs and alcohol. Other than leading our children to faith in Christ, nothing is as important as what we teach them from God’s Word about managing their money. This 6-lesson study on personal finance is filled with scriptures that teach about the dangers of debt and ways to successfully manage our money. Lesson titles include: Symptoms of Financial Bondage, Getting the Best Deal on an Automobile, What You Must Teach Your Kids About Money, Ten Commandments for Getting Out of Debt, and Is It Best To Buy or Rent a Home?

Journey into Deepening Your Spiritual Roots

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 1999
• Pages: 36

Sample Pages: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

This widely-used 7-lesson booklet is designed to help Christians obey the command found in Colossians 2:6-7. We deepen our spiritual roots the same way we receive Christ, through faith. When a person is truly saved, he or she will want to know more about Jesus Christ to deepen his or her spiritual roots. Designed for new Christians and new church members, lesson titles in the study include: Your Spiritual Salvation, Your Spiritual Assurance, Your Spiritual Breath (prayer), Your Spiritual Food (the Bible), Your Spiritual Family (the church), Your Spiritual Battle (temptation), and Your Spiritual Witness (sharing your faith).

Journey into Deepening Your Spiritual Roots for Kids

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 1999
• Pages: 31

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This “Journey” is designed especially for kids! It is a 6-lesson booklet and covers most of the same topics as the widely-used Deepening Your Spiritual Roots. Co-authored by Tommy Higle and his daughter, Holly Higle Buxton, it is designed for children who have made a decision to follow Christ. Written for first through fifth graders, this book uses the “Journey” question-answer format to explain salvation, assurance, prayer, Bible study, the church, baptism, the Lord's Supper, and witnessing. Also included are journals from a 10-year-old boy who has accepted Christ.

Journey into Discipleship: A 26 Lesson Study on Following Jesus

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 1999
• Pages: 121

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This is an exciting, informative study of the basics of discipleship. Most Christians would really like to grow in the area of discipleship, but when they are confronted with taking action in that direction they become aware of an acute problem--they don't know where to start. This study is designed to help solve this very real problem in discipleship. One important part of this study is scripture memory. This “journey” gives easy, effective tips for memorizing a scripture verse each week. Lesson titles in this 26-lesson study include: Real Discipleship, Who Am I? What is God Really Like? Who is Jesus Christ?, What is Sin?, God's Way of Salvation, Saved and Sure, How To Pray, What is the Bible?, How To Get a Firm Grip on the Bible, How To Have a Quiet Time, How To Know the Will of God, How To Be Holy, What is the Church?, Understanding Temptation, How To Know Your Sins are Forgiven, Who is the Holy Spirit? How To Worship God, etc.

Journey into Following Jesus: A 13 Lesson Study of the Twelve Disciples

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2005
• Pages: 64

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In this “journey,” you will get to know each of the twelve disciples and will discover one of them is much like you. By understanding that disciple you can better realize how God can use you to fulfill His purpose for your life. This study reveals how God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. Lesson titles are: Why God Can Use You, Becoming a Great Disciple, Between Two Fires, God’s Stagehand, Controlling Your Anger and Ambition, Becoming More Loving, Feeding Your Faith, Finding God’s Purpose for Your Life, Going From Despicable to Disciple, The Positives of Pessimistic People, When Your Faith Is Shattered, Three Forgotten Disciples, and When You Fail the Lord.

Journey into Kingdom Living: A Study of the Parables of Jesus

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2012
• Pages: 59

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This is a 13-lesson study of Jesus' most famous parables. Lesson titles include: What Kind of Heart Do You Have?, Blooming Where You Are Planted, Learning To Forgive, Making a Difference in This World, Loving Jesus More, Practicing Kingdom Living, How To Avoid Being a Fool, Making Jesus Rejoice, Beating Bitterness, What Happens When You Die, Why Does God Delay Answering My Prayers?, Getting Your Prayers Answered, etc.

Journey into Knowing God, Revised: A 13 Lesson Study of the Old Testament Name of God

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2009
• Pages: 60

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In the Bible, God reveals Himself to us through various names. This 13-lesson study of the Old Testament names of God begins with the first name through which God makes Himself known, Elohim (El-o-heem). The other names are studied in order, as God progressively reveals Himself through His names. From studying these thirteen names of God, you will have a wonderful “journey into knowing God.” Lesson titles include: The God Who Created You, When You Are Afraid, A Name You Need To Remember, When You Really Know God, When You Feel God Doesn't Care, Experiencing God's Power, When Life Seems Unfair, Don't Worry—Trust God, Receiving God's Healing, Enlisting God in Life's Battles, Finding Inner Peace, When You Feel Guilty, and When You Feel All Alone.

Journey into Overcoming: 13 Biblical Lessons on Rising Above Life's Toughest Problems

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2005
• Pages: 68

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We all have problems. They may vary in type and severity, but we all have problems. This 13-lesson study examines specific problems and reveals how the Bible can help us overcome them. Lesson titles include: Why God Allows Us To Have Problems, Wiping Out Worry, Getting Rid of Your Guilt, When People Hurt You, When You're Afraid, Attacking Your Anger, Turning Down Temptation, Leaving Loneliness, Defeating Discouragement, When You Feel Like a Failure, Strangling Stress, Finding Financial Freedom, and Beating Burnout.

Journey into Powerful Prayer: A Study of the Lord's Prayer

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2003
• Pages: 63

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Do you ever feel like your prayers have no power? In the Lord's Prayer, Jesus gives us all the principles necessary to have a “journey into powerful prayer.” Prayer is the most important thing we do because prayer can do anything God can do. Lesson titles in this 13-lesson study include: Why Pray?, Powerful Prayer Principles, Getting Comfortable With God, Getting To Know God as “Father,” God's Address, Making God's Name “Hallowed,” Understanding God's Kingdom, Accomplishing God's Will on Earth, Winning Over Worry, Forgiving Those Who Hurt You, Turning Down Temptation, Four Things That Add Power to Our prayers, and How To Pray With Power.

Journey into Righteous Living: A 13 Lesson Study of the Ten Commandments

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2008
• Pages: 62

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This is a 13-lesson study of the Ten Commandments. The first four commandments reveal how to have a right relationship with God and the last six how to have right relationships with people. They add up to a “journey into righteous living.” Lesson titles include: The Secret of True Happiness, Getting Your Priorities in Order, Avoiding Modern Idols, Using God's Name Properly, Preventing Burnout, Raising Kids Who Will Honor You, Alleviating Your Anger, Arming Him Against Adultery, Arming Her Against Adultery, Integrity Check-up, Truth or Consequences?, Finding True Contentment, and Obeying the Greatest Commandments.

Journey into the Spirit World, Revised: A 13 Lesson Study of the Bible's Teaching on the Unseen

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2011
• Pages: 62

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Living as God wants you to in this physical world requires a clear, biblical understanding of the spirit world. Lesson titles in this 13-lesson study include: The Original Spirit, The Spirit Who Wants To Destroy You, Six Things Satan Doesn't Want You To Know, Getting To Know the Holy Spirit, The Filling, Fruit, and Gifts of the Holy Spirit, What the Bible Teaches About Demons, Two Kinds of Demons and How To Defeat Them, Getting Acquainted with Angels, The Types of Angels, The Ministry of Angels, What Happens When I Die, and Highlights of Heaven.

Journey into the Spirit World, Student Edition

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2001
• Pages: 36

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Based on our 13-lesson study, Journey Into Living Wisely In A Foolish World, this 7-lesson study for youth focuses on biblical wisdom from Proverbs that everyone should know. Lesson titles are: Becoming Wise, “Hot-heads” and “Motor-mouths,” Finding Fantastic Friends, Foolishness That Will Destroy You, Foolishness That will Drown You, Wisdom for Happy Health, and Wisdom for Family and Work. Each lesson is designed to be taught in 25 minutes with a graphic-driven PowerPoint® presentation. At the end of each lesson, there are break-out application questions dealing with everyday issues students face. This study is only sold in booklet form. The original study makes a great teacher's book to accompany this student book.

Journey into True Worship: A 13 Lesson Study of the Tabernacle

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2010
• Pages: 61

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Because of the “worship wars” going on in many churches today, this 13-lesson study of the tabernacle is essential. In the tabernacle, God gives us a grand object lesson on true worship. Lesson titles include: God's Model for True Worship, Preparing To Worship God, The Only Way to God, Allowing the Altar To Alter Your Life, Requirements for Serving God, Getting Close to God, Brightening Your Light, Receiving Spiritual Food, Getting Your Prayers Answered, Before Entering God's Presence, Obtaining God's Mercy, Ministering to the Lord, and True Worship.

Journey Through Spiritual Boot Camp: Basic Training for Christians

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2002
• Pages: 59

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As believers we are in a spiritual war, so we need some basic training to prepare us for the battle. This 13-lesson study is designed to do just that. Lesson titles include: What Is a Christian, Who Is Jesus Christ, Getting To Know God, Getting To Know the Holy Spirit, Getting Acquainted with the Bible, Letting the Bible Transform Your Life, How To Be Sure the Bible Is the Word of God, The Stages of Salvation, Which Church Should I Join?, The Most Important Word in the Bible, What the Bible Teaches About Baptism, Finding God’s Purpose for Your Life, Checklist for Getting All Your Prayers Answered, and more.

Journey to the New Jerusalem: A Study of the Second Coming of Christ

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2007
• Pages: 60

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This “journey” is a 7-lesson study of the Second Coming of Christ that culminates in the New Jerusalem. The Second Coming is the most frequently mentioned event in the New Testament. The last recorded words of our Lord are about His Second Coming (Rev. 22:20b). Lesson titles include: Signs of the Second Coming, The Rapture, The Tribulation Period, The Judgment Seat of Christ, When Christ Returns to Earth, The Great White Throne Judgment, and What Will Heaven Be Like?.

Journey to Your Spiritual Gift: A Study of Spiritual Gifts in the New Testament

• Author: Tommy C. Higle
• Publisher: Tommy Higle Publishers
• Publication Date: 2011
• Pages: 67

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This 13-lesson study covers twenty spiritual gifts mentioned in the New Testament. Lesson titles include: Five Questions About Spiritual Gifts, The Gifts of Service and Leadership, The Gifts of Giving and Mercy, The Gifts of Hospitality and Faith, The Gifts of Discernment and Singleness, The Gifts of Knowledge and Wisdom, The Gifts of Prophecy and Exhortation, The Gift of Pastor/Teacher, The Gifts of Apostle and Evangelist, The Gift of Miracles, The Gift of Healing, The Gift of Tongues and Interpretation of Tongues, and Discovering and Developing Your Gift. This study concludes with a “Spiritual Gifts Profile and Inventory."

About Tommy C. Higle

Tommy C. Higle retired from the pastorate in 2016 after 47 years. He pastored six churches in Arkansas and Oklahoma during his ministry. He now devotes his time to overseas mission projects and more writing. His Journeys have been translated into several languages and published in several countries. Higle is known for clear, simple exposition with practical application. Tommy and his wife of 47 years, Virginia, have three married children, Monta, Jeremy, and Holly. They also have ten grandchildren and one dog, Ringo.