Learn to live at peace with others even when you disagree by studying biblical stories of rivalries in Common Ground by Amberly Neese.
Whether it is in politics, the professional world, a party, or a pew, we face conflict every day. As discussions get more heated and social media is deluged with opinion-spewing, hurt feelings, and broken relationships, we need hope and practical tools to navigate the tumultuous waters and live at peace with everyone.
Fortunately, the Scriptures hold the key to living at peace despite our differences. In Common Ground , a four-week Bible study, Amberly Neese combines stories of sibling rivalries from the Bible with personal experience, humor, hope, and her love of God’s Word.
Stories examined from the Old and New Testaments
- Joseph and His How to Combat Jealousy - Moses, Miriam, and How to Work Together Despite Differences - Mary, Martha, and How to Appreciate the Contributions of Others - Rachel and Having Compassion for the Plight of Others
These stories point us to peace and reconciliation in all our relationships, reassuring us that it is possible to find common ground with everyone―despite our differences.
Women will find biblical and practical help
- Facing conflict - Navigating broken relationships - Handling heated discussions (in person and on social media) - Living at peace despite differences
Components for this four-week Bible study, each available separately, include a Study Guide with Leader Helps, and video sessions with four 20 to 25-minute segments (with closed captioning).
This book is great for all stages of faith walks. It’s written in a simple yet profound way that makes you stop and think. Amberly does a great job of making it feel like you’re reading along with a friend as she entwines personal stories along with Scripture to help you understand. Don’t let the words homework or study scare you. It’s 4 weeks but only 5 days of questions each week.
If you are looking for a study with both depth and humor, look no further. Try it out and I’m sure you’ll feel like you’re reading with a friend.
Common Ground was a great study that got me thinking, especially in today’s times. So many people are divided politically, financially, health-wise, and feel that their way is best, or the only way. This book was a great “thinker” helping me to see conflict from a biblical perspective. Highly recommend and may even make into a Bible study with a few friends.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Audra Jennings and was under no obligation to post a review.
Good Bible study on some of the rivalries in the Bible...Rachel and Leah as well as Moses, Aaron and Miriam as well as Joseph and his brothers, and Mary, Martha and Lazarus. We need to recognize our differences and come together to find a common ground to work with each other.