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Practical Faith

We have put together resources to help you grow in your faith! All of them can be used in small groups, so that you and your group can talk more deeply about specific topics. We believe these conversations can be not only meaningful but life-changing, because you get to know Jesus better together.

You can also use the resources on your own to go deeper. All materials are available in German and English, each as a small-group version and a version for individuals.

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Series & resources

What is Practical Faith?

Practical Faith is a collection of free Bible studies, courses and practices from Generations Church. The idea behind it: faith shouldn't stay an idea in your head, it should show up in everyday life. That's why every series combines biblical foundations with honest questions and small steps you can try straight away.

You don't need any prior knowledge or theological training. Whether you're just starting to explore Jesus and the Bible, or you've been a Christian for years and want fresh momentum, the materials meet you where you are. You can download everything as a PDF, print it out or read it on your phone.

The topics at a glance

  • How to read your Bible: a starting point for reading the Bible. You'll get to know its different styles, authors and content, along with ideas for making it a habit.
  • Discipleship: what does it mean to follow Jesus, and what does that look like in your life, your relationships and your decisions?
  • Spiritual Gifts: over five weeks you'll discover who the Holy Spirit is, how God has gifted you and how to develop and use your gifts. Our spiritual gifts test goes hand in hand with it.
  • Forgiveness: four weeks on receiving God's forgiveness and passing it on to others, even when it's hard.
  • Suffering: a four-week study for times when things happen that we can't explain. How do we deal with pain, doubt and unanswered questions?

How to use the materials in your small group

Each series runs for four to five weeks. Every week you explore a specific question and discuss it in your small group. During the week you can use the material to put what you discussed into practice in your life.

Our guide explains how to use the “Cultivate Practices” most effectively in your small group: Guide in English (PDF) or Guide auf Deutsch (PDF)

Going deeper on your own

Not part of a small group (yet)? No problem. Every series comes with its own version for individuals. Take one topic per week, read the Bible passages slowly, write down your thoughts and try out the practice in everyday life. Many people find that these small, regular steps are exactly what changes their faith.

You'll get the most out of it when you share with others. Ask a friend to do a series together with you, or come along to one of our small groups.