Guidelines January-April 2026: Bible study for today's ministry and mission

Guidelines is 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, Guidelines provides weekly units, broken into six sections, plus an introduction and a final section of points for thought and prayer. Topics and contributors 2 Chronicles - Ashley Hibbard The context and culture in Matthew’s gospel - Philip Grasham Genesis (Abraham–Jacob) - Isabelle Hamley Acts 19—28 - Rosie Button 2 Samuel 1—10: David the king: violence, victory and providence - Walter Moberly Lent and Easter - Rosalee Velloso Ewell Hebrews: singing a new song - Peter Hatton Love, sexuality and friendship in the gospel of John - Andy Angel