Developing Discernment
Bearing the Sword is a curriculum teaching the basics of discernment through intensive Bible study and the analysis of film. Targeted toward students in high school, this curriculum is broken into six parts, each part consisting of fifteen weeks of study.
The first part covers the basics of what is discernment, how we practice discernment, and the basic attributes of good. The basic pack ($40) consists of a lesson manual and a training workbook. Additional materials include an answer key, a log for media analyses, and a 2-disc DVD set with all necessary film clips for the course.
The first part covers the basics of what is discernment, how we practice discernment, and the basic attributes of good. The basic pack ($40) consists of a lesson manual and a training workbook. Additional materials include an answer key, a log for media analyses, and a 2-disc DVD set with all necessary film clips for the course.
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The Arts & Discernment
Worlds Beyond & Beyond the Cover
Science fiction and fantasy can be a difficult genre to navigate, especially for Christians. So at home school conferences, I often encounter parents who don’t know where to find books for their kids. In Worlds Beyond, I’ve collected over 500 titles on the Christian speculative market and separated them (when possible) by recommendation. ($15) Beyond the Cover is a collection of my reviews of over 150 science fiction and fantasy novels, analyzing both the craft and the content of each book. ($30)
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The ABC's of DiscernmentThe ABC's of Discernment
Discernment in more than a gift. It is a spiritual discipline which every believer must learn. Without it, full maturity is not possible. So using the alphabet, this short guide covers the basics of discernment and provides a foundation for teaching this vital skill to the next generation. Includes bonus essay, "Practical Discernment: Ten Questions to Ask about the Fictitious." |
Workshop Booklets
Mini-books created from workshops I have taught in the past:
Why Story? Why Speculative? Life in the Twilight Zone: Handling Life's Gray Areas Developing Discernment: 10 Questions to Ask about the Fictitious The Other Side: Broadening Perspectives through Secular Media Guarding the Good: The Principles of Philippians 4:8 50 Flavors of Fiction: Understanding Literary Genres ($6.00 ea or $30 for the pack) |