God's Urgent CallThe theme for this quarter reminds us that God continues to speak to us through God's written word. God calls ordinary people from diverse backgrounds to make a difference. From the days of the judges to the prophets to the early church leaders, God called and the faithful answered.UNIT 1 • CALLED TO BE STRONG: The four lessons in this unit are drawn from the Book of Judges and continue the history of Israel after Joshua's death. God raised up a series of national leaders called judges. Empowered by God, judges delivered the people from their enemies.UNIT 2 • CALLING OF THE PROPHETS: The five lessons in this unit focus on how God called various prophets at different times for specific purposes. Included in this unit are the calls and responses of Moses, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Amos.UNIT 3 • CALLS IN THE NEW TESTAMENT: The four lessons in this unit focus on how God continued to work through ordinary people. Their witness reminded the early church that God assures the success of those who answer God's call. The unit highlights the calls of Stephen, Philip, Ananias, and Peter.Direction® Student offers 13 lesson studies and includes a Bible Study Guide complete with in-depth information to give students (ages 35 and up) more insight into the text. Also included is cultural background information from the Precepts For Living® annual commentary.• Lessons are outlined and include background information so readers get an in-depth explanation of the Scriptures.• Analysis is written in easy-to-understand language.• Thought-provoking questions challenge students and stimulate discussions.FEATURE HIGHLIGHTSQuarter At-A-Glance: Outlines what will be studied throughout the quarter Black History Profile: Gives insight into the life of an influential person of the African Diaspora In Focus: Tells a story dealing with the lesson's theme so that students can easily apply the lesson to modern lifeIn Depth: Provides a look into the meaning of the text with insight into the theology and interpretation of the textMake It Happen: Suggests ways to make a specific, personal commitment and take action on what was learned through the lesson Daily Bible Readings: Lists Scriptures to read throughout the week that support quarterly topics and principles