The Familiar Stranger Bible Study Guide plus Streaming Video: (Re)introducing the Holy Spirit to Those in Search of an Experiential Spirituality

by Tyler Staton

Richard Rohr once wrote, "We must move from a belief-based spirituality to a practiced-based spirituality, or little will change in religion, politics, or the world." Today, there is a generation of Christ-followers who are desperately seeking such a practice-based or "experiential" spirituality. For these believers, there is good The Holy Spirit's indwelling presence to empower and transform is freely available in their lives.

Unfortunately, there is much confusion and unfamiliarity around the person of the Holy Spirit in our modern times, which has led to too many Christians either sidelining him or misunderstanding what he means for their spiritual walk with God. In The Familiar Stranger Bible Study, Tyler Staton reintroduces this often-neglected person of the Trinity, tracing the story of the Holy Spirit as it unfolds throughout the Bible and inviting believers to close the gap between what the Bible reveals about him and their lived experience.

Along the way, participants will dig into key biblical images and metaphors that reveal the Holy Spirit's nature, roles, and personality. They will discover how the Holy Spirit brings discernment and access to miraculous power to partner with God in the work he is doing in the world. They will also come to understand how both Word and Spirit (too often separated in some church traditions) work together to draw people into a vibrant, intimate knowledge of God. The Familiar Stranger Bible Study will challenge, inform, and encourage believers from every background to become more deeply acquainted with the Person and work of the Holy Spirit—and experience his transformative, life-giving power in their lives.

SESSION OUTLINE

A Framework for the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit at CreationThe Holy Spirit in the Old TestamentThe Holy Spirit in Jesus' MinistryThe Holy Spirit in the Early ChurchThe Holy Spirit at Work TodayThis study guide

Individual access to six streaming video sessionsVideo notes and a comprehensive structure for group discussion timePersonal study for deeper reflection between sessionsA guide to best practices for leading a groupStreaming video access included. Access 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.

128 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 3, 2026

About the author

Tyler Staton is the Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, where he lives with his wife Kirsten, and their sons Hank, Simon, and Amos. He is passionate about living prayerfully and relationally. Tyler is the author of three books: The Familiar Stranger, Praying Like Monks, Living like Fools, and Searching for Enough.

Find me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/tylercstaton.

Reviews

[Ann Fallon Gaedeke · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best book I have read on the Holy Spirit. I read the book and was in a Book Group. We had some great discussions and the consensus was that it was helpful and well written.

[Thana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book for group discussions