There’s something about underdogs that makes us cheer them on.
And stories about outsiders always make a good movie script or
book. Maybe it’s because we know how it feels to be in last place
or left out. We may never win a trophy or become a hero, but as
Matthew shows us, God uses people like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Uriah’s
wife—and of course Mary—in unexpected ways. This five-session study
looks at the lives of these five women and will help you see how
even underdogs and outsiders can play a pivotal role in God’s
purposes. You’ll uncover new dimensions of familiar stories and be
reminded to look for God in unanticipated places during this Advent
season.
Designed to be used by individuals and small groups. In addition to
the main content, each chapter offers questions for reflection and
discussion, a brief prayer, and a focus for the week. The weekly
focus emerges from the chapter content and encourages the readers
to engage a spiritual practice or do something specific that will
help them grow in faith.
"Tom Fuerst is one of the most effective communicators I know. He
writes as he preaches, with clarity and compassion. Rarely is one
able to communicate solid scholarship with effective 'popular'
writing. Tom does that exceptionally well. This book is a valuable
asset for pastor and lay person alike, to make Advent rich in
understanding and meaning." - Maxie Dunnam, author and chancellor
of Asbury Theological Seminary; pastor emeritus Christ United
Methodist Church - Memphis, TN; vice-chairperson World Evangelism
of the World Methodist Council.
"Tom Fuerst is one of the most talented pastors and writers with
which I have had the privilege of working. His new book is not only
well written but an important windows into the Advent
journey."
- Dr. Shane Stanford, Senior Pastor, Christ United Methodist Church
- Memphis.