Ben Clowes provides us with a series of Bible studies which relates scripture to living in the 21st Century. The illustrations he uses are current and bring meaning and understanding to the scripture being studied. The word games and devices that he has developed to help us wrestle with the text are relevant and will enable disciples today to grow in faith and to once again fall in love with reading and studying the Bible. I cannot recommend these studies too highly; they are Bible studies you will utilise time and time again for personal study, the leading of worship, as well as with groups. A must buy. ~ Rev Loraine Mellor, former President of the British Methodist Church

Having experienced Ben Clowes' ministry through Churches Together in a parish setting, I know that he is first and foremost a pastor with a deep passion for ‘taking every God-given moment to celebrate with our community’, meeting the needs of ordinary people ‘as and when they touch-base with us’, especially in those liminal moments of birth and marriage, life and death. I also know that he has a gift for crafting group (and individual) Bible Studies that actually work! I can heartily recommend this series of studies, making vivid and thought-provoking connections between Gospel and culture, and taking us into a deeper understanding both of our shared humanity and of the God who comes to us and loves us where we are. ~ Canon Professor Loveday Alexander

This book is a great resource for small groups. Ben helps us explore a range of life’s rites of passage by reflecting afresh on the ‘I am’ sayings of Jesus. He draws on the music of Gary Barlow, adds in well-chosen references to an eclectic range of films and TV programmes, and skilfully combines this all with scripture and other Christian resources. The result is engaging, thought-provoking and inspiring. It will challenge Christians to think again about how to build positive relationships with those around them; it will challenge those who are not yet Christian to recognise the Good News that Jesus offers. This is a great resource for churches looking to grow as faithful and vibrant communities of faith. ~ Rev Leslie Newton, Chair of Yorkshire North and East Methodist District

It’s encouraging to know that one of the biggest trends across the worldwide church today is a re-discovering of our need to disciple people. After all, that is the call of every follower of Jesus - to be a disciple and make more! Ben’s passion for the church and hunger to see people connect with God, in a real and authentic way, is evident throughout these studies. He’s woven together contemporary illustration with scriptural foundations that will help anyone who undertakes them to discover a fresh depth and insight with regards to the Bible, but also help to take their next steps in their own personal walk with Jesus. ~ Pastor Chris Denham, Lead Pastor, Hope City Church, Leeds