Embracing God's Grace: Colossians/Philemon

Woman After God's Own Heart Bible Study Series

by Elizabeth George

As the latest book in bestselling author Elizabeth George's popular A Woman After God's Own Heart® Bible study series (550,000 copies sold!), Embracing God's Grace focuses on Colossians and Philemon, helping readers strengthen their faith by discovering more about God and His principles. Working through 25 lessons, readers will better understand who Christ is and who they are in Him. They'll be encouraged to embrace His life in all its fullness and... This uplifting and stimulating study helps readers know more about their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and how they can live and share His love, wisdom, and teachings.

Genres: Christian, Womens

176 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2009

About the author

Elizabeth George is bestselling author and national speaker dedicated to helping people live a life after God’s own heart. For over 30 years, the teachings and steadfast example of Elizabeth has helped countless men and women:

- Simplify life by focusing on God’s priorities.
- Appreciate God’s Word and apply it to everyday situations.
- Respond to circumstances with confidence by seeing yourself through God’s loving eyes.
- Increase closeness in marriage by serving and honoring each other.
- Powerfully shape the hearts of children and teenagers.
- Enjoy greater intimacy with God.

Women around the world are drawn to Elizabeth’s approach of daily starting with the Bible to handle life’s challenges. Her ability to weave biblical truth into everyday issues has led readers to make over 15 of her books bestsellers. Elizabeth’s distinctive work, A Woman After God’s Own Heart, has sold over 1 million copies and received the ECPA Platinum Book Award. Likewise, her delightful book, A Girl After God’s Own Heart, remains a treasured gift for moms and grandmothers and made the CBA Bestseller List for fourteen consecutive months.

Elizabeth also encourages women through her radio broadcast, “A Minute for Busy Women,” featured on Christian radio stations across America and at www.OnePlace.com. She is also a regular keynote speaker at women’s conferences and retreats.

In the midst of their busy writing schedule, Elizabeth and Jim love spending time with their two married daughters and eight grandchildren, taking daily walks along golden sands, and enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian sunsets. They divide time residing in Honolulu, Hawaii and the Washington State coast.

Reviews

[T. R. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I used this book to help co-lead a ladies study for the elderly. The main problem I had, and that I do run into, with Mrs. George is mostly there can be quite a sense of vagueness in these types of books. Philemon did not need to be several chapters long. Colossians, especially chapter 1, I think could have been broken down into more chapters. That was the most confusing chapter for the ladies in covering the Gospel and what it meant for Christ to be preeminent.

However, these are great studies that allow the leader(s) to expand. They are simple enough that the basics get covered, which is perfect for our group of ladies. I will also add I did some more studying to help understand the ties between Colossians and Philemon, which I wish personally the book touched on a little bit more. But what I gained was seeing similarities and how because Jesus become our identity, and there is neither Jew nor Greek, we also see in the letter Paul pens to Philemon about his runaway servant. Philemon, instead, is encouraged to treat him, not as a servant, but a brother.

Had it not been for this study, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to work on the connection.

[Amanda Tero · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great Bible study book by Elizabeth George. I especially appreciated studying through Philemon, having not done much studying of that book. These are definitely my favorite Bible study books. They don't use KJV like I prefer, but I can easily use my own Bible.

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clear and concise, and easy to follow along, this study of Colossians and Philemon was an encouragement to me. I liked that the questions gave cross references to look up, and that the author tied these books to Acts and other epistles.

[IrenesBookReviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very helpful Bible study. You do a lot of work on your own but I think it helps you really learn the material that way.

[Kathleen Meacham · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this in combination with a home bible study group. Our teacher used what was in the book to springboard into even more details and thought provoking discussion.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Spring 2015: SPC Ladies, Rachel (Just Philemon)