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The Patriarchs: Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob

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I respectfully disagree with every last word of the previous review. The Patriarchs study was well-done and I believe God-inspired. Beth Moore does an excellent job of revealing the flawed humanity and sin-nature of every human being, including the patriarchs of the O.T. She does so to encourage all who might feel "too far gone" in their sin or inadequate in some way to serve the Lord and show that with Christ, all things are possible. He doesn't choose those who appear qualified in the world's eye, but those He deems worthy in His own sovereign knowledge. This study provides a wonderful foundation of the book of Genesis in a way that is relevant, respectful and that brings the characters to life. The patriarchs were no more or less perfect than anyone else, yet I am amazed at how God used these sinful, imperfect men to bring His covenant to a lost world.

This is my first Beth Moore. I've heard of her for about 2 years. I'm taking with about 30 other women. We finished week 6 yesterday. There was not a dry eye in the house after the video. This is THE most powerful Bible study I've ever done. And it's our ancestors. And they are as screwed up as I am! And God still talks to them. Thank you Beth from the bottom of my heart - I feel healing and love every week. I can't wait to do the homework, takes 1-2 hours a week, and can't wait to get to group on Mondays. Please continue this work.

My Bible Study group, just finished the Patriarchs. It was truley a blessing to have done this study. This was my first time with Beth Moore and she is simply amazing. Every lesson reached my heart and soul. Her workbook is great and the CD's that are with this study are just awesome. This study covers the book of Genesis, from Abraham to Jacob, and showed how God tied Abraham, Isaac and Jacob to the present and the future. It is a study well worth taking.

This study is, at present, the best Beth Moore Indepth Bible Study I've taken part in! Like the reviewer, LL, stated, an honest look at our "heroes of the faith" provides such a swell of comfort in knowing that God can use the flawed, the failing, and bring them into lives of victory. God was with them, loved them, and blessed them despite many glaring obstacles. The study was a tremendous blessing to me. Mrs. Moore's ability to discern deep truths and her knowledge that allows her to pull the Old Testment references together and to the New Testament confirmations amazes me. God is not afraid to show us the real struggles faced by His people.

Although, Beth Moore's studies are geared toward women, we just finished this Bible Study in our couples small group. Both men and women enjoyed and got a lot out of the study. The men did have to put up with a few "girly moments" but they didn't seem to mind since they found the rest of the study so fascinating. I highly recommend the study.

I have done alot of her workbooks each one gets more better than the other even though all of her work is great. She shows you how the Bible relates to you and she makes you want to dig more in your Bible. I can't wait until her next one comes out. Write a little faster Beth.

Beth Moore does every bible study so well. She brings new perspectives and explains every part so perfectly. I enjoy each of her bible studies and always want a new one.

This is my first study with Beth. I have heard other women rave about her teaching, but I am finding I sometimes disagree with the way she sees things. ( I DO NOT see Esau and Judas as being exactly alike! Esau forgave Jacob and made things right. Judas BETRAYED CHRIST and committed suicide. I can not even compare the two, let alone say they are both of Satan.) I don't mean to be disrespectful to those who follow her teachings to the letter, however, she seems to sometimes make a good "story" by twisting things the way she wants them to be. (e.g. Her spin on Jacob the first time he met Rachel at the well. He was "lust stricken" and moved a rock from the well covering with superhuman strength in his "lust stage." I can NOT find anywhere in scripture to back up her perception of these verses. I feel she just uses it to make a good story.)
On the good side, she does offer much good insight and thoughts on people in this study. My advice is this: Chew up the meat and spite out the bones. Don't accept all of her teaching as Holy Spirit inspired. Don't mean to offend her loyal fans, just think for yourself and pray as in James chapter 1, "If anyone lacks Wisdom let him ask God, believing, and he will receive it. But let him ask in faith, believing God will guide him." Remember she is a good Bible teacher, but she is not God.

Beth Moore really brings The Patriarchs - Abraham, Isaac and Jacob to Life! There were so Many jewels of insight! It was thought-provoking and emotional. This was not only a great Bible Study, but Beth also has you reflect on your own life. I love her writting style...you felt like she was sitting right there bringing all these interesting points to your attention, that would otherwise be missed! I learned SO much!!

Beth Moore is so gifted by God at presenting the Bible in a way the average person can undertand. She makes it fun to learn and shows you how to apply it to your life.

Old Testament History is difficult to absorb but this book/study really helps you see the big pictures of the Most important leaders in the Old Testament.

Highly recommend this and all of Beth Moores studies.