Surprised by Hope (N.T. Wright)
Many Christians believe our future in heaven is all that really matters. But that's not what the Bible teaches. Premier Bible scholar N. T. Wright brings you inside the Scriptures to grasp the full, breathtaking hope Jesus offers the world, and its impact on your life today. Gain an exciting new vision for your life on earth in light of your future in heaven. Wonderful as is the promise of heaven, a glorious hereafter is just part of what salvation is about.
What about today? Jesus called his followers the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Your life here and now is of tremendous consequence, and what you believe about the future has a direct impact on how you live in the present.
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Book Study Guide
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S1. Hope for the World (Surprised by Hope)
Session 1, “Hope for the World,” teaches that God wants his people to experience hope for today and share it with the world.
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S1 Bonus. Early Christian Hope (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 1. Early Christian Hope
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S2. Hope of the Resurrection (Surprised by Hope)
Session 2, “The Hope of the Resurrection,” focuses on the confidence that God’s kingdom, presence, and power are breaking into the world today.
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S2 Bonus. The Ascension (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 2. The Ascension
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S3. Hope of Heaven (Surprised by Hope)
Session 3, “The Hope of Heaven,” states that as you follow Jesus, heaven comes alive in you and is unleashed through you.
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S3 Bonus. Rethinking the Soul (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 3. Rethinking the Soul
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S4. Hope of Jesus' Second Coming (Surprised by Hope)
Session 4, “The Hope of Jesus Second Coming,” proclaims that Jesus will return, restore creation, heal his people, and make all things new.
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S4 Bonus. Citizens of Heaven (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 4. Citizens of Heaven
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S5. Hope of Salvation (Surprised by Hope)
Session 5, “The Hope of Salvation," shows that God is restoring all of creation and invites you into this work.
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S5 Bonus. The Marriage of Heaven & Earth (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 5. The Marriage of Heaven & Earth
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S6. Hope of the Church (Surprised by Hope)
Session 6, “The Hope for the Church,” focuses on God’s kingdom in your everyday journey of faith as a member of the church.
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S6 Bonus. The Kingdom of God (Surprised by Hope)
Bonus Session 6. The Kingdom of God
