God's Word Through Glass

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For centuries, the Bible's dramatic accounts have inspired artists to express the beauty, emphasize the power, and elaborate on the meaning of God's Word. Each elective study in the Through Artists' Eyes series is designed to help people connect classic art to the Bible and then apply the truths discovered to their own lives.

In God's Word Through Glass you'll experience the artistry of six stained glass masterpieces while discovering and discussing the scriptural inspiration behind each one. You'll explore the themes of overruling God, resisting leaders, immediate gratification, easy answers, mocking holiness, and comfortable religion. Each of the six sessions includes:

• Broken Pieces—an introductory, group-building activity that gives members an opportunity to share opinions about the main theme of study
• The Artist's Touch—an examination of the work, life, and thoughts of the artist
• The Master's Light—a Bible study that places the work of the artist within biblical context
• Piecing It Together—discussion questions that encourage group members to apply the principles of the study to daily life

Additionally, each study features margin notes, tips for projecting the art, definitions of art terms, and suggested supplemental resources for further exploration.

Family practice physician Joe Garland and art docent Cindy Garland have been leading Bible studies at Southwest Church in Springboro, Ohio, for the past seven years. As volunteers in their church, they share a passion for seeing lives transformed by the truth of Scripture. The Through Artists' Eyes series has been developed out of their desire to lead studies that connect art and the Bible.

Jim Eichenberger is a senior editor at Standard Publishing. Jim has a passion for understanding and critiquing the arts in light of Scripture. He is the author of several articles concerning Christ and culture and has been involved in writing and developing two series of resources dealing with the Bible and the arts—Box Office Bible Studies and Tuning into God.