Jesus can change you, no matter what your life situation.

He can give you peace, hope and joy in the most desperate circumstances.

But you need a life-changing encounter with him.

In this eight-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, Douglas Connelly examines the stories of how eight people—among them a scholar, a failure, a blind man and an adulteress—found their lives changed forever when they met Jesus Christ. Looking at their lives can give you hope when you find yourself dealing failure or with an emptiness nothing in life seems to fill.

The good news is that Jesus is waiting to meet you and longing to offer you what you need most.

LifeGuide Bible studies feature:



- A guide to getting the most out of the study, including suggestions for how to participate in individual or group study.

- Leader's notes for preparation and leading a group through the study.

- "Now or Later" section following each session to help you act on what you learn.

- Trustworthy biblical wisdom from experienced authors.

About LifeGuide Bible Studies

Presented in a convenient workbook format and featuring the inductive Bible study approach, LifeGuide Bible Studies are thoroughly field-tested prior to publication. They are proven and popular guides for digging into Scripture on your own or with a small group.

For over 30 years, LifeGuide Bible Studies have been your trusted companion for thoughtful, Scripture-based exploration, helping individuals and groups engage deeply with God's Word. With over 15 million copies sold, this beloved series has guided countless Christians through books of the Bible and meaningful topics, offering timeless insights and practical application.



Douglas Connelly (MDiv and MTh, Grace Theological Seminary) was senior pastor at Davison Missionary Church near Flint, Michigan, and he previously served twelve years as senior pastor at Parkside Community Church in Sterling Heights, Michigan. A writer and speaker, he wrote more than a dozen LifeGuide® Bible Studies as well as several books, including The Bible for Blockheads and Angels Around Us.



Getting the Most Out of Encountering Jesus

Part 1: Jesus Offers New Life



1. Water for the Thirsty - John 4:1-30



2. Searching for Truth - John 3:1-21



3. Caught in the Act - John 8:1-11



4. Finding Forgiveness - Luke 7:36-50

Part 2: Jesus Offers Hope



5. Facing Failure - John 21:1-19



6. Set Free - Mark 5:1-20



7. Seeing the Light - John 9:1-38



8. When All Else Fails - Luke 8:40-48



Leader's Notes