Hagar, Moses, and David fled. Jacob was told to flee. Elijah and Jonah ran. Each had their reasons, and their stories are brimming with lessons that can guide us in running the race God has uniquely designed for us. Through the Bible’s inspired accounts, Paula Kolstad shares a glimpse of the struggles and choices, written not with exhaustive detail but with relatable circumstances that resonate with our own lives. This study will explore the events that led to their flight, the decisions they made, and the lessons God has woven into their journeys. These inspired stories combined with the reader’s own reflections will lead to points of application so each one can live out their faith boldly: to run their race in such a way as to get the prize.
Paula Kolstad is a former teacher and lifelong Bible student dedicated to inspiring others to explore familiar Bible stories with renewed insight. She presents the essential facts of each story while considering why they matter and how we can apply these lessons to be effective for the Kingdom of God. She is happily married and …
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The Runners: Six People from the Old Testament Who Ran is a six-week interactive Bible study that explores the lives of six biblical figures — Hagar, Jacob, Moses, David, Elijah, and Jonah — who each, at some point, ran: from difficult situations, responsibility, fear, failure, or God’s call. Paula Kolstad builds the study around the …
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The Runners is a Bible study that will guide you through the stories of six people from the Old Testament who ran. Their struggles, choices, and encounters with God will invite you to see your own journey in a new light — and to run the race God has designed for you with greater faith, …
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