+ WHAT TOPICS ARE DISCUSSED?
THE WEEKLY ALPHA COURSE
Rev. Nicky Gumbel appears on a video filmed during an actual run of the ALPHA Course. He illustrates his message with stories, jokes, historical facts and Bible scriptures. We cover topics such as:
- Christianity: Boring, Untrue or Irrelevant?
- Who is Jesus?
- Why did Jesus die?
- Why and how should I read the Bible?
- Why and how do I pray?
- What about the Holy Spirit?
- Does God heal today?
- How can I overcome evil?
- Why and how should I tell others?
- How can I make the most of the rest of my life?
+ OTHER ALPHA RESOURCES
THE ALPHA WHY JESUS BOOK
- Why is there so much interest in a person born over 2,000 years ago?
- Why are so many people excited about Jesus?
- Why do we need Him? Why did He come? Why did He die?
- Why should anyone bother to find out?
THE ALPHA QUESTIONS OF LIFE BOOK
In this book Nicky Gumbel honestly and sensibly tackles some of the key questions face by "seekers" who are giving consideration to the claims of Christianity. Gumbel points the way to an exciting faith that is both authentic and relevant to today's world. The book covers such topics as:
- What is the purpose of life?
- What happens when we die?
- Why did Jesus have to die?
- What relevance does the Bible have for our lives today?
THE ALPHA SEARCHING ISSUES BOOK
Searching Issues is for those seeking insights into some of the most difficult and complex questions surrounding Christianity. This book is also for those interested in bringing their friends to Christ. Whether you are studying on your own or with a small group, you will find helpful answers. Questions such as:
- Why Does God Allow Suffering?
- What About Other Religions?
- Is There Anything Wrong with Sex Before Marriage?
- How Does the New Age Movement Relate to Christianity?
- What is the Christian Attitude to Homosexuality?
- Is There a Conflict Between Science and Christianity?
- Is the Trinity Unbiblical, Unbelievable and Irrelevant?
* Each of these books are available through the Coastal Church bookstore.