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Has the noise of the world ever felt like too much? The headlines, the uncertainty, the quiet ache of feeling like you're standing alone in your faith? If that resonates with you, then you might just need to meet Elijah.
Elijah's story is what we will be diving into in our next community Online Bible Study, Unbreakable Courage, by Max Lucado! It kicks off on October 5th, and we know it's going to be exactly what we all need right now.
Elijah may be the perfect hero for our times. He lived in a world that was turning away from God. He knew what it felt like to be outnumbered, overwhelmed, and deeply lonely. He wrestled with anxiety and discouragement in ways that feel remarkably familiar. Sound like anyone you know? And yet—despite impossible opposition—Elijah chose to trust God when the road ahead looked completely uncertain. He didn't have all the answers. He didn't feel fearless. But Elijah chose faith in God anyway.
That’s powerful, right?
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"Elijah could have given up, but he remembered how God had kept His promises." — Max Lucado
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That's the kind of courage this study is all about. Not the absence of fear, but the decision to trust God right in the middle of it.
Each of the six sessions draws from the highs and lows of Elijah's story, offering real, practical application for your everyday life. This isn't a study that leaves you with more information and less direction. It's designed to help you:
- Deepen your trust in God when circumstances feel shaky
- Grow your faith through the full range of Elijah's experience—the mountaintops and the valleys
- Discover firsthand that God's strength truly is made perfect in weakness
One of the most beautiful threads woven throughout Elijah's story is his prayer life. James 5:16 reminds us that "the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective"—and Elijah was living proof of that.
"Fervent prayer changes the one who prays—it's how Elijah became Elijah." ~ Max Lucado
When life feels overwhelming, prayer isn't just a good idea—it's our lifeline. That's the anchor Elijah returned to again and again, and it's the one we'll return to together throughout this study.
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And speaking of together—there's something powerful about studying God's Word alongside other believers who are walking similar paths, asking similar questions, and clinging to the same faithful God.
James 1:2–4 reminds us:
Consider it pure joy... whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.
That's a hard word sometimes, isn't it? But it's also a hopeful one.
The hard seasons we walk through aren't wasted. God is using them to strengthen our faith, build our perseverance, and teach us what it looks like to trust Him—even when we don't know what's coming next.
And we don't have to walk through those seasons alone.
God likes to show up and show off in a way that leaves no doubt who is in charge! ~ Max Lucado
Join Us Starting October 5th
If you're feeling tired, stretched thin, discouraged, or simply longing for a deeper trust in God, we'd would love for you to join us for Unbreakable Courage.
Registration is open now, and when you sign up, you'll get FREE access to all six teaching videos with Max, plus some special study goodies to help you along the way.
We get started October 5th. Let's learn from Elijah's story together and discover the kind of courage that doesn't depend on our circumstances—but on the faithfulness of our God.
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This Premium Bundle includes:
(1) Study Guide - JUST RELEASED! The study guide includes group discussion questions and personal Bible study between sessions for reflection and application. You’ll also receive an individual access code to stream all 6 video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).
(1) Unbreakable Courage hardcover book - INSTANT New York Times BESTSELLER! The companion book to the study: In Unbreakable Courage: Strong Faith in an Age of Anxiety, Chaos, and Exhaustion, Max offers a fresh look at the story of Elijah the prophet, whose unswerving belief fueled his courage during uncertain times. You can stand strong day by day in the face of turbulent times, regardless of the challenging circumstances you may face.
(1) Hope for Hard Days Devotional - The perfect devotional companion to the study: Hope for Hard Days: 90 Reflections of Comfort, Calm, and the Certainty of Heaven by Max Lucado will help you grow in your faith each day as you find comfort for your soul when you feel crushed by the weight of life’s challenges.
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Your perfect companion for the OBS! The study guide includes group discussion questions and personal Bible study between sessions for reflection and application. You’ll also receive an individual access code to stream all 6 video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).
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