Now and Not Yet: Discovering Six Ways God Is More Faithful Than You Know

by Ruth Chou Simons

If you've ever waited on the Lord for something—direction, answers, resolution, strength—you know how challenging it can be. Even when we fully believe that God sees and hears our requests, if we're honest, we sometimes view waiting as wasted time. But, what if it's not? What if waiting is the means God uses to make us more like Christ? What if there are some pieces of God's character that we’ll only learn while we wait?

If that's true… how do we lean in? What lessons do these seasons hold? How do we keep hoping and believing what we know to be true?

In this six-week study, you’ll explore five biblical narratives that put God's faithfulness to waiting people on display and help you direct your gaze from the answers you're seeking to the God who meets you while you wait.

This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience,

The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide.An individual access code to stream all video sessions online. (You don’t need to buy a DVD!)Streaming video access code included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2028. 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.

Genres: Nonfiction, Faith

192 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2024

About the author

Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including GraceLaced, Beholding and Becoming, When Strivings Cease, and Now and Not Yet. She is an artist, podcaster, speaker, and the founder, CEO, and Chief Creative Officer of GraceLaced, an art and lifestyle brand. Simons uses each of these platforms to spiritually sow the Word of God into people’s hearts, making deep truths beautifully accessible with her signature art and relatable communication style.

Simons has been featured on Good Morning America, Fox, Christianity Today, and Hallmark Home and Family. Ruth and her husband, Troy, live in Western Colorado and are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure.

Connect with Ruth on social media at @ruthchousimons.

Reviews

[Delynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Sunday School class watched the DVD and did the study guide of this study. I had previously done Ms. Simons study called TruthFilled and I think I liked Now and Not Yet study best. I personally enjoyed the DVD of this study. The main focus was: To know God is at work even when you don't see the progress you're looking for. To start where you are in this very moment. Because he's not through with you yet.

I would recommend this study for a small group rather than individual.

[Hannah Schnetz · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautifully laid out and thoughtfully composed study guide that can be used with or without the main book "Now and Not Yet" by the same author.
Excellent companion and guided Bible reading or supplementation to the main book. This is not because the study guide walks hand in hand with each chapter, as the main book and the study guide have different trajectories, but because the main volume does not have as much Scripture backing as I would like sprinkled through the pages, whereas Scripture is the main focus of the study guide. Both together offer a well-rounded study of Scriptural examples and relatable application.

This study guide reintroduced me to studying Scripture in an analytical, focused, intentional way, while strengthening my skills in cross-referencing other verses and parts of the Bible. I personally found it quite helpful and encouraging. It has room for both Yes/No answers as well as challenging questions and worthwhile introspection. Prayers are included and it is designed to be used for either personal or group study.

[Eursella Hayes-Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this study! It’s honest, peaceful, and full of encouragement for anyone in a waiting or uncertain season. Ruth Chou Simons does such a great job reminding us that God’s timing is perfect, even when we can’t see it yet. The reflections and questions helped me slow down and trust His process more.

[Sara Hernandez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you for picking me as a giveaway winner. I really enjoyed this book.

[Tereesa Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Format: Audiobook

[Cindy Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

So, So Good. Excellent Biblical content.

[Traci · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened and did the study and recommend this to everyone.

[Heather KP · Rating 5 out of 5]

great for personal study

I know it’s supposed to be in a group but I did this solo. It was meaty and meaningful and healing in my life in so many ways. Highly recommend.