Guidelinesis a unique Bible reading resource that offers four months of in-depth study, drawing on insights of current scholarship. Its intention is to enable all its readers to interpret and apply biblical text with confidence in today's world. Instead of dated daily readings, Guidelinesprovides weekly units, broken into six sections, plus an introduction and a final section of points for thought and prayer. Topics and contributors Leadership for kingdom building by Martin Lee Luke 14--18 by Steve Walton Ruth by Pauline Hoggarth Genesis 12--36 by Brian Howell The pathways of God by John Rackley Isaiah 1--39 by Torsten Uhlig Sensing the divine: John's word made flesh by Andrew Mayes Women in Luke's gospel by Jill Duff A week in the life of Jesus by David Spriggs Resurrection in Acts by Ian Paul