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The Story of Hope
A shrinkable and expandable (accordion-type) tool for presenting the Bible’s big redemptive story in as few as fifteen minutes or as long as twenty or more hours. Designed for evangelistic Bible studies, one-on-one or in small groups, but also helpful in teaching God’s redemptive plan to believers.
Reduced suggested donation amount on quantity orders. [learn more]
The Way to Joy
A leader-guided foundational Bible study booklet, intended primarily for use as an evangelistic follow-up discipleship study. Its primary intended use is for one-on-one discipleship sessions. However, it can also be used in small group contexts or as a study booklet for new converts classes.
Reduced suggested donation amount on quantity orders. [learn more]
Good Soil Stories
Marilene, Eva, and Paulo
Brazil—Laura and Lynell use The Story of Hope in their evangelism and discipleship ministries in Campo Grande, Brazil. Here are three "Good Soil" stories resulting from their ministries: Marilene, whom Lynell met in a mechanic's shop; Eva, who asked Laura to lead her through a Bible study; and Paulo, Eva's son (business man) who became convicted of his sins through a conversation with Laura in Eva's home.
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The Story of Hope in Family Evangelism
Brazil—Since taking the Good Soil training course in discipleship and evangelism at our church (New Life Baptist Community in Bauru, Brazil) in October, I had been praying that God would give me a chance to use what I had learned with people I meet.
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ChronoBridge Cards Come In Handy
South Africa—A couple of weeks ago, I participated in a Good Soil Evangelism and Discipleship training seminar. While I was there, I bought the ChronoBridge (Chronological Bridge to Life) cards for myself and my two daughters.
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Finding Hope in His Final Days
USA—About a month ago, I received a phone call from a friend in our neighborhood whose name is Dave. I had been trying to build a redemptive relationship with Dave since we moved into the neighborhood, 16 months earlier.
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Upcoming Seminars
April 16–17, 2010
Good Soil E&D Basic
Northside Baptist - Murfreesboro, TN
[more info]
Good Soil Evangelism & Discipleship Seminar
April 16-17, 2010Location
This seminar will be held at the Northside Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, TN [directions] The check-in process will begin 30 minutes prior to the first session of each seminar. You will receive a name tag which will identify you as a registered attendee.
Daily Schedule
| Morning Session | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
| Lunch | 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. |
| Afternoon Session | 1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Seminar Fee
$100 per participant (includes lunch, snacks, and instructional materials and other resources)
Accommodations
You will be responsible for arranging your own housing accommodations.
Child Care
Please note that we can not provide or accommodate child care on site during the seminar.
Meals
Lunch will be provided at the church each day you are registered and the cost is included in your seminar fee. Your name tag will be your ticket for lunch. You will be responsible for your own breakfast and dinner. There are several restaurants near the church.
May 18–19, 2010
Good Soil E&D Basic
ABWE Training Center
[more info]
Good Soil Evangelism & Discipleship Seminar
May 18-19, 2010
Location
This seminar will be held at the ABWE Administration and Training Center near New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. [directions] The check-in process will begin 30 minutes prior to the first session of each seminar. You will receive a name tag which will identify you as a registered attendee.
Daily Schedule
| Morning Session | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
| Lunch | 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. |
| Afternoon Session | 1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Seminar Fee
$100 per participant (includes lunch, snacks, and instructional materials and other resources)
Accommodations
You will be responsible for arranging your own housing accommodations. To insure the availability of hotel rooms in the area, a block of rooms has been reserved at Harrisburg Holiday Inn in New Cumberland located at 148 Sheraton Dr. at exit 40-A off I-83. The ABWE 2009 contract rate is $55.00 per night, which includes a continental breakfast. You must call the local Holiday Inn at (717) 774-2721, identify yourself as a participant in the Good Soil E&D Seminar, and give them the ABWE Confirmation Code when you make your reservation. The Confirmation Code will appear on your registration confirmation notice once you submit your registration online. The block of rooms will be released two weeks prior to the training event.
Child Care
Please note that we can not provide or accommodate child care on site during these seminars.
Meals
Lunch will be provided at the ABWE Home Office each day you are registered and the cost is included in your seminar fee. Your name tag will be your ticket for lunch. You will be responsible for your own breakfast and dinner. A continental breakfast voucher will be provided at check-in to the Holiday Inn. Several restaurants are within walking distance.
Transportation
The Holiday Inn does provide transportation to and from the Harrisburg International Airport. Contact them upon your arrival. ABWE will not be able to provide airport transportation for these events. Please make all of your own travel plans.
Please Note: Groups and spouses must register individually.
May 20, 2010
Trainers Seminar
ABWE Training Center
[more info]
Trainer Certification Seminar
May 20, 2010
Location
This seminar will be held at the ABWE Administration and Training Center near New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. [directions] The check-in process will begin 30 minutes prior to the first session of each seminar. You will receive a name tag which will identify you as a registered attendee.
Schedule
| Morning Session | 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
| Lunch | 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. |
| Afternoon Session | 1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Certification Fee
$50 per participant (includes lunch, snacks, and instructional materials and other resources)
Accommodations
You will be responsible for arranging your own housing accommodations. To insure the availability of hotel rooms in the area, a block of rooms has been reserved at Harrisburg Holiday Inn in New Cumberland located at 148 Sheraton Dr. at exit 40-A off I-83. The ABWE 2009 contract rate is $55.00 per night, which includes a continental breakfast. You must call the local Holiday Inn at (717) 774-2721, identify yourself as a participant in the Good Soil E&D Seminar, and give them the ABWE Confirmation Code when you make your reservation. The Confirmation Code will appear on your registration confirmation notice once you submit your registration online. The block of rooms will be released two weeks prior to the training event.
Child Care
Please note that we can not provide or accommodate child care on site during these seminars.
Meals
Lunch will be provided at the ABWE Home Office each day you are registered and the cost is included in your seminar fee. Your name tag will be your ticket for lunch. You will be responsible for your own breakfast and dinner. A continental breakfast voucher will be provided at check-in to the Holiday Inn. Several restaurants are within walking distance.
Transportation
The Holiday Inn does provide transportation to and from the Harrisburg International Airport. Contact them upon your arrival. ABWE will not be able to provide airport transportation for these events. Please make all of your own travel plans.
Please Note: Groups and spouses must register individually.
October 27–28, 2010