Java with the Judges (Coffee Cup Bible Studies) [Spiral-bound]

Sandra Glahn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 24, 2006 | Series: Coffee Cup Bible Studies

Java with the Judges is part of the Coffee Cup Bible Studies, a series of Bible studies for women in compact, workbook format that examine the "life and times" of certain Bible characters and the books of the Bible that pertain to them. Each study is to be read over a four-to-six week period, and study sections are broken down into short, daily segments designed to fit reader's busy lifestyles.

Understanding that time is precious, the Coffee Cup Bible Studies are patterned in such a convenient  way that they can be read during brief windows of opportunity  that allow for meditation and study (breakfast, lunch, coffee breaks, etc.). Scripture is provided from the NET Bible (New English Translation). making Bible study convenient for occasions when you can't carry a Bible.

As Sandra sprinkles unconventional thought processes throughout the study, she shatters preconceived myths about the commonly known judges and sheds light on the more obscure ones. As a result, more emphasis is placed on the vulnerabilities of these men and women and the fact that God chose each of these flawed creatures to use for His greater glory.

 

Editorial Reviews

Review

Wanted: Extraordinary Bible studies for ordinary people, scholarly explanations-but in plain English.

Found : Sandra Glahn's remarkable Coffee Cup Series! Glahn sets theological content into a conversational style for any reader to enjoy.

Kelley Matthews, ThM, coauthor New Doors in Ministry to Women

Sandra Glahn skillfully weaves biblical examples with modern-day experience. Great for any individual or group"

Katy Anderson Ministry to Women Coordinator Bent Tree Bible Fellowship

 

About the Author

Sandra Glahn is one of a handful of female professors at Dallas Theological Seminary, where she also serves as editor-in-chief of DTS's award-wining magazine, Kindred Spirit. She holds a master of theology degree from DTS and is currently involved in doctoral studies at the the University Texas at Dallas. Sandra is the coauthor of four nonfiction titles and three fiction works, including the Christ mystery/suspense finalist and CBA bestselling medical thriller, Lethal harvest. Sandra has written and taught women's Bible studies at her church since 1994.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Spiral-bound: 144 pages
• Publisher: AMG Publishers; Workbook edition (March 24, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0899572219
• ISBN-13: 978-0899572215
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #612,340 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Sandra Glahn, ThM, is adjunct professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, her alma mater. She is the coauthor of eight books, including the CBA bestseller and Christy Award finalist, Lethal Harvest. She is also editor-in-chief of the award-winning magazine Kindred Spirit. Glahn is currently pursuing a PhD in aesthetic studies at the University of Texas at Dallas.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not your usual Bible study, July 1, 2006

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Mary E. DeMuth "Author, A Slow Burn, Thin Places" (Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Java with the Judges (Coffee Cup Bible Studies) (Spiral-bound)

What a tremendous resource Java with the Judges is! I'd read through Judges a bit perplexed, thankful to study the book in depth through the lenses of Glahn's impeccable research and warm writing style. I'm forever thankful for her insights, particularly this: "Even our flaws can't thwart God's purposes." She presents the judges as flawed, earthy folk and rightly points out God's sovereignty and power, despite loving a people prone to stray. I particularly enjoyed Glahn's discussion of women, how she debunks some common myths and elevates women in the process. An overall refreshing Bible study!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Judges revealed, April 30, 2006

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Beverly Lucas - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Java with the Judges (Coffee Cup Bible Studies) (Spiral-bound)

Java with the Judges was my favorite of the Coffee Cup series. I loved the background and history summaries. I wish there were more commentary. Ms. Glahn does such a wonderful job with commentary. She has a real gift for putting culture into context. Her discussion on the power of women is compelling.

This study should open up some real conversations with the group.

It is so helpful to have the Biblical text printed in the study. I always have it with me.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Bible Study!, April 25, 2006

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Ginny S. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Java with the Judges (Coffee Cup Bible Studies) (Spiral-bound)

Java with the Judges is the third study I have completed in Sandra Glahn's Coffee Cup Bible Studies. I'll have to admit that I'd approached this study a little more cautiously and, initially, with a little less excitement. But I was soon pleasantly surprised, as I dug into the chapters, at how much I enjoyed and gleaned from this Old Testament study! The historical information and Biblical links to other passages kept me coming back day after day with a studious appetite and a newness of intrigue to learn more from the often-avoided Old Testament writings. Wow, who'd of thought all those stories about people with strange names could turn out to be so interesting and full of knowledge about our God!