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Lazarus Awakening Study Guide: Finding Your Place in the Heart of God
Do you feel trapped in a tomb of regret, doubt, or fear? Are you tripped up by patterns and behaviors you need to leave behind? It’s time to “come forth!” with this eight-session companion guide.
Just as Jesus called Lazarus from darkness, He is calling you to come out of the false beliefs and habits that keep you from receiving His unconditional love. He is calling you to know deep in your spirit that God not only loves the world—He loves you.
This eight-session study guide—for use with Joanna’s book and companion video content, available separately—is designed to draw you deeper into the historical and spiritual truths we learn from the story of a friend called out from death into the life-giving arms of Jesus.
Eight sessions of video content, taught by Joanna and filmed in the Holy Land, are also available on DVD or by online streaming.
Just as Jesus called Lazarus from darkness, He is calling you to come out of the false beliefs and habits that keep you from receiving His unconditional love. He is calling you to know deep in your spirit that God not only loves the world—He loves you.
This eight-session study guide—for use with Joanna’s book and companion video content, available separately—is designed to draw you deeper into the historical and spiritual truths we learn from the story of a friend called out from death into the life-giving arms of Jesus.
Eight sessions of video content, taught by Joanna and filmed in the Holy Land, are also available on DVD or by online streaming.
160 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2015
About the author
Joanna Weaver
24 books194 followersWith over 1.6 million books sold, Joanna Weaver is known for her transparent and life-changing books, Having A Mary Heart in a Martha World, Having a Mary Spirit, Lazarus Awakening, At the Feet of Jesus and her new book, Embracing Trust. Her podcast, "The Living Room with Joanna Weaver" was featured in Apple's New & Noteworthy. Joanna is passionate about seeing women experience all that God has for them - especially the joy and freedom that comes from trusting Him.
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September 2, 2025
The last chapter of this book bumped it up to a five-star. This is the third book I've read by this author, and I'm excited to read more! Following the Bethany siblings, this book is full of impactful points and encouraging/challenging topics. The last chapter went into living in light of eternity and how great a future we have ahead of us and how that affects our living here on earth. It was very exciting and encouraging.
October 2, 2020
The trilogy is complete! Joanna Weaver has written her 3rd book focusing on Martha, Mary and Lazarus from the New Testament of the Bible. Similarly to the other 2 books in this series Awakening Lazarus not only includes the book portion but has several deep study options. In the back of the paperback version of this book is a bonus chapter which Weaver states was added after the hardback book was released. If you have the hardback, you might want to look at the paperback version. There is also a section that includes discussion questions for personal or group reflection. For even deeper study Weaver has added 7 sessions of DVD study and a study guide. The videos are all between 17-20 minutes in length. The study guide has guided reading, questions for personal reflection and group discussion and an outline to fill out while viewing the video. The questions in the study guide repeat many that are in the back of the book, but there are additional ones. The study guide also has activity sections like "Make a Plan" designed to help the reader dig deeper and search heart and thoughts more.
Similarly to the previous 2 books, Weaver takes a small section of scripture and relays what God might be telling us through the story of the present day. She does this through sharing what God is teaching her, and life examples from others as well. There is also a lot of historical information and many many other verses and sections of Scripture to explore which help tie each point together. If you have enjoyed Having a Mary Heart in A Martha World or Having a Mary Spirit, you will find the writing familiar, challenging and enjoyable in Awakening Lazarus as well. If you haven't read any books by Joanna Weaver, you can certainly start with this book, but you might find reading them in the order of publication easier as there are a few references back to the other books.
I found this book to be an easy read, but at the same time, there is a lot to think about. I did find a few of the chapters felt a little drawn out to me, but as with any study, you will get what you put into this. If you spend time in the study guide and videos, you will get more out of each section then if you simply read the chapter and do not reflect.
I mentioned earlier there is an 11th "bonus chapter." I found this chapter to truly wrap up this study well. Entitled "What's Holding You Back" the questions and examples given are designed to do just that. Help each reader discover what personally is holding them back from having a deeply intimate relationship with God. Throughout the whole book Weaver points the reader back to the ultimate purpose for learning about ourselves at all; to pursue a relationship with God and live our fullest lives.
I think this book would be perfect for any women's group, it does not include a lot of homework and only a few chapters of reading each week. I also think it would be ideal for college or recently college graduates. After all those years of school, a structure can be hard to find in life, Awakening Lazarus will encourage students to think deeply and explore their hearts and thoughts while also creating the discipline of devotional focus every day.
Similarly to the previous 2 books, Weaver takes a small section of scripture and relays what God might be telling us through the story of the present day. She does this through sharing what God is teaching her, and life examples from others as well. There is also a lot of historical information and many many other verses and sections of Scripture to explore which help tie each point together. If you have enjoyed Having a Mary Heart in A Martha World or Having a Mary Spirit, you will find the writing familiar, challenging and enjoyable in Awakening Lazarus as well. If you haven't read any books by Joanna Weaver, you can certainly start with this book, but you might find reading them in the order of publication easier as there are a few references back to the other books.
I found this book to be an easy read, but at the same time, there is a lot to think about. I did find a few of the chapters felt a little drawn out to me, but as with any study, you will get what you put into this. If you spend time in the study guide and videos, you will get more out of each section then if you simply read the chapter and do not reflect.
I mentioned earlier there is an 11th "bonus chapter." I found this chapter to truly wrap up this study well. Entitled "What's Holding You Back" the questions and examples given are designed to do just that. Help each reader discover what personally is holding them back from having a deeply intimate relationship with God. Throughout the whole book Weaver points the reader back to the ultimate purpose for learning about ourselves at all; to pursue a relationship with God and live our fullest lives.
I think this book would be perfect for any women's group, it does not include a lot of homework and only a few chapters of reading each week. I also think it would be ideal for college or recently college graduates. After all those years of school, a structure can be hard to find in life, Awakening Lazarus will encourage students to think deeply and explore their hearts and thoughts while also creating the discipline of devotional focus every day.
July 22, 2015
There is so much in this book, its going to be difficult to put it all here, so I will just highlight a few of the things I have learned here. As with her other Bible studies, Joanna Weaver goes above and beyond, writing a Bible Study book that will change your way of thinking, changing your way of living, and well, just change your life altogether. This study on Lazarus takes us back to the story in the Bible of Lazarus, we have all heard it before, and I have to say, it is one of my favorite Bible stories. But now I see this story in an entirely different light. Applying the principles of this story to my everyday life showed me things in my life that are dormant, totally away from the way God wants me to live. A couple of sentences in the bonus chapter of this book sums it up pretty good for me. It says, "Though our spirits have been fully resurrected by Christ, and we've been born again, remnants of our flesh still linger. Loose ends of our lower nature dangle around our lives, threatening to trip us up in our walk with God." As I thought our that loose flesh dangling around, it made me sick, just at the thoughts of it. Yet this is what I have been letting happen. I want to do more studying in this series, with the DVD that goes with it, to further learn what God wants me to do. And this is an amazing Bible study to do that! Thanks to the amazing Ms. Weaver, we can get help in our walk as a Christian.
I received a copy of this book from Blogging for Books to read and review. And to give my honest opinion of the book. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55
I received a copy of this book from Blogging for Books to read and review. And to give my honest opinion of the book. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 55
September 21, 2015
Lazarus Awakening is about having faith and trust in the Lord, and is about the story of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, where Jesus came and resurrected him from the dead. The author does touch on a lot about how many people believe that God loves them and can tell others that he loves them. The issue is deep down, they still have a doubt, because it is hard for them to fully believe anyone, even God can love them. She explains how we need to get those doubts out of our head. Weaver also explains some ways folks use to get through those doubts. I hate to admit it, but I am one of those folks. It is hard for me to believe that anyone can love me. I just have to keep telling myself that I can be loved. God loves me and he loves everyone.
In each chapter Weaver slowly goes through a few verses at a time, incorporating her life experiences and excerpts from other books. The author also included a 10 week companion bible study in the back of the book, along with a bonus chapter and tools and resources. I will admit she did share some points I need to work on, and next time I will use the study guide in the back when I reread it. I didn't want to use it the first time I read it, because I just wanted to focus on reading the book first. I cannot wait to go back and reread the book with the bible study. I will also make sure to look up all the verses she shares in her book. It is worth a read if you enjoy Bible study books. There is also a set you can buy that comes with the DVD and the other Bible study book. Lazarus Awakening would be a great book for a group study.
In each chapter Weaver slowly goes through a few verses at a time, incorporating her life experiences and excerpts from other books. The author also included a 10 week companion bible study in the back of the book, along with a bonus chapter and tools and resources. I will admit she did share some points I need to work on, and next time I will use the study guide in the back when I reread it. I didn't want to use it the first time I read it, because I just wanted to focus on reading the book first. I cannot wait to go back and reread the book with the bible study. I will also make sure to look up all the verses she shares in her book. It is worth a read if you enjoy Bible study books. There is also a set you can buy that comes with the DVD and the other Bible study book. Lazarus Awakening would be a great book for a group study.
July 21, 2015
Lazarus Awakening is a deeply intricate, well thought-out answer to the question, "Does Jesus really love me?" Surely, this concern has effected most believers at one point or another. Weaver answers that question by imploring the reader to really think and with sound Biblical references.
Reading Weaver's work is like reading the Bible in that focus is a funny thing. The masses see sibling's in service to God. Weaver sees how meaningful their relationships are, their dynamics and the importance of each therein.
It's fascinating. It's easy to over-think. It's a true gift to every believer.
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Reading Weaver's work is like reading the Bible in that focus is a funny thing. The masses see sibling's in service to God. Weaver sees how meaningful their relationships are, their dynamics and the importance of each therein.
It's fascinating. It's easy to over-think. It's a true gift to every believer.
http://www.ginaesays.com/search?updat...
September 14, 2015
Joanna Weaver is a new author to me and I thoroughly enjoyed this book.there's not a lot in the Bible story of Lazarus but Joanna gleaned heaps of information to encourage her readers. Brilliant.. I would recommend her books to my friends.
July 11, 2016
Informative and eye-opening.
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