If the New Testament were a Broadway musical, Peter would be one of the stars. He lived life loud, while making his best effort to be one of the best disciples. Peter was like a modern day rock star, but his struggles were just like ours. If Jesus could shape Peter into a solid rock of a disciple, he can surely do the same for you.
From his first call to follow, Peter was acutely aware of his own sinfulness. He wanted Jesus to go away, but ended up following. What makes people push Jesus away today? What makes them decide to follow? These are the kinds of “chew on this” questions you’ll find in Week One of Peter: Rock Star from Galilee.
Music always speaks to a deep place in the heart. Let music accompany your Bible study. Peter: Rock Star from Galilee will guide you through the ups and downs of Peter’s life story with a playlist of songs and hymns paralleling each chapter.
To better understand the feelings Peter had after denying Jesus three times, listen to Josh Wilson’s “Before the Morning.” Feel the love Christ had for all people even as he died by listening to the lyrics of “Amazing Love” by Chris Tomlin. By the end of the eight week study, you will create your own playlist of at least eight songs to bring back all you learned about Peter.
This eight-week study includes:
• Interactive questions for personal study and “chew on this” questions for small group discussion
• Photographs, maps, and informative sidebars for historical and geographical context
• Hands-on mission activities and discipleship challenges to encourage teens’ growing faith
Read an Excerpt!
If the New Testament were a Broadway musical, Peter would be one of the stars. The superstar was Jesus Christ, but Peter would be a rock star. Peter attracted attention by doing outrageous things; he was a “sinful man” by his own admission. Emotional, impetuous, and edgy, Peter spiced up the stories of Jesus. He thought he could be the best disciple, but even his best intentions led to miserable failure. Then following the resurrection, after a special beach breakfast with Jesus, Peter’s career took off. He performed miracles, drew crowds, preached to thousands, got busted by the Pharisees, and broke down the Jew-Gentile barrier. And he did it all for the sake of Jesus. From a rickety fishing boat on Lake Galilee, to the grand courts of Herod’s Temple, to the villages of Joppa and Caesarea, Peter rocked the world around him.
We love Peter as much for his fears and failures as for the times he got it right. If impulsive Peter could become a rock-solid disciple, maybe there is hope for us too. Join me as we explore Peter’s bumpy road to stardom in light of his tight friendship with the God-man, Jesus.
Each week of the Bible study begins with a list of songs whose lyrics pertain to the week’s study. Listen to them if you can. Five days of guided study follow. It works best if you answer the questions on your own before gathering weekly with your small group. And each week ends with a set of discussion questions for your group. Pray that God will speak to you personally as you study.
Before you begin, take time to get to know the others in your study group. Write everyone’s name on the blank page opposite and jot down whatever short prayer each person requests.
Read the Reviews!
“Peter’s impulsiveness and failures make him an easy character for young men and women to relate to. As your students dive into this Bible study I have no doubt that they will be challenged and transformed by the lessons Sherree has assembled here.”
–Jayson Samuels, Co-Founder and Family Pastor, Northbridge Community Church, Cranberry, PA
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Peter: Rock Star from Galilee Tour Schedule
Monday, August 1st
Interviewed at The Book Connection
Book spotlighted at The Children’s and Teens’ Book Connection
Tuesday, August 2nd
Guest blogging at Lori’s Reading Corner
Wednesday, August 3rd
Guest blogging at Review from Here
Thursday, August 4th
Book reviewed at Splashes of Joy
Friday, August 5th
Book Reviewed at Confessions of an Overworked Mom
Monday, August 8th
Interviewed at The Hot Author Report
Tuesday, August 9th
Book reviewed at Book Journey
Wednesday, August 10th
Interviewed at Pump Up Your Book
Thursday, August 11th
Book spotlighted at Called to Youth Ministry
Friday, August 12th
Book spotlighted at Broowaha
Monday, August 15th
Interviewed at The Writer’s Life
Tuesday, August 16th
Interviewed at Paperback Writer
Thursday, August 18th
Book reviewed at So Many Books..So Little Time
Friday, August 19th
Book reviewed at A Mom After God’s Own Heart
Monday, August 22nd
Book reviewed at Lynn’s Corner
Tuesday, August 23rd
Interviewed at Lynn’s Corner
Wednesday, August 24th
Book reviewed at Books, Products and More!
Thursday, August 25th
Interviewed at Blogcritics
Friday, August 26th
Book reviewed at Debbie’s Book Bag
Well-grounded in biblical Christianity, Sherree G. Funk is passionate about sharing her love and knowledge of God’s Word with the next generation. She has earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and holds a Certificate in Christian Studies from Asbury Theological Seminary. Sherree leads small groups of teens at Ingomar UMC. Peter: Rock Star from Galilee is her latest release. Her other teen Bible studies are available at www.servingonelord.com.
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