A Thrill of Hope [discussion Guide]: The Christmas Story in Word and Art

By Morehouse Education Resources

A Thrill of Hope is a DVD study designed for use in Sunday School classes, small group studies, and other church group gatherings. DVD sold separately (9781606740897) This 50-minute DVD-based study presents the familiar story of Christmas as told in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. Each scripture passage is illustrated and interpreted in the stunning artwork of John August Swanson along with commentary by some of America's premier Biblical scholars, names such as Dr. Thomas A. Long, Dr. Michael Joseph Brown, Dr. Carol A. Newsom and more. The study is divided into six one hour sessions with a 7-minute video for each chapter. Each video featuring a passage of a Scripture, commentary by the scholars, and a Swanson work of art based on that passage. Included are: - A Visit (Luke 1:26-38) - The Nativity (Luke 2:1-7) - The Shepherds (Luke 2:8-20) - Epiphany ((Matthew 2:1-12) - Presentation in the Temple (Luke 2:21-40) - Flight into Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15) Along with the DVD, the discussion guide has suggested questions and beautiful full-color artwork. You'll want a discussion guide for each participant, making it perfect for group study during Advent.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1606740903
• ISBN13: 9781606740903
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: Morehouse Education Resources
• Length: 8 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.0" x 10.0"