He Chose the Nails Bible Study Guide: What God Did to Win Your Heart

by Max Lucado

Is your heart unsettled by the chaos of the world? Are you heavy-laden with bad moments, mad moments, or anxious moments? Today, rest in God’s self-giving love and leave all your troubles at the foot of the cross. In He Chose the Nails , Max Lucado observes that the last moments leading up to Jesus’ death were not left up to chance. God chose the path; he selected the nails. Our Lord planted the trio of crosses and painted the sign. God was never more sovereign than in the details of the death of his Son. And in those details are gifts Christ provided for us...the cross. The thorns. The nails. His seamless robe. The empty tomb. God didn’t have to give us all these things, you know. The only required act for our salvation was the shedding of blood, yet he did much more. So much more. In this Easter season study, Max will help Search the scene of the cross and listen for God’s gentle whisper, “I did it just for you.” The He Chose the Nails Study Guide includes video notes and discussion questions, Bible exploration, an individual application activity, and a Lenten practice to complete between meetings. Sessions Designed for use with Because of Bethlehem/He Chose the Nails Video Study (9780310687849), sold separately. The DVD is a two-disc set for Christmas and Easter.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christianity, Christian, Religion

144 pages, Paperback

Published September 13, 2016

About the author

With more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.

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Reviews

[Dorine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great study to do as a group, especially if you have the DVD as well. The sacrifices made for our benefit is especially clear. Thought provoking as always, Max Lucado keeps it real.

[Delynn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This study guide was helpful with reading the book and watching the DVD through the Easter season. I recommend having this book to use with the book and the DVD. I have always enjoyed Max Lucado, but this lesson was not my favorite.

[Robin Fuson · Rating 5 out of 5]

He Chose the Nails is a great book for a Bible Study group. We watched the videos and did the Study Guide. It’s easy for teachers because it’s laid out well and you won’t need to do a lot of prep or extra study. There are daily verses to read and things to look for in your reading. Each lesson has questions for discussion. A section is included for taking notes during the video. The videos are very well done and each short story adds dimension and color to the teaching. Our group of fifty or so ladies said they enjoyed the lessons and the videos. Max brought out some aspects of parts of the crucifixion that drilled in great insight. I recommend this study.

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

He Chose the Nails

This study guide is a good reminder of what God gave up for us! It reminds us of the sacrifices made for each of us.

[Pianosue · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did this study with the videos during the weeks of lent. It was really good and thought provoking.

[Gregg · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting format. Not a bad collection of stories and lessons.

[Edward Bellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Overall, a great book for the Lenten journey. By placing the focus on the nails, crown of thorns, robe, and cross, Max gives a good outline of what Jesus did for us.

[Chanover55 · Rating 2 out of 5]

My group had a very hard time with this study guide; not sure if Max Lucado wrote this or not. As the study leader,
I found the study info in the back of the book much more helpful than this for group discussion.

[Jamie Pennington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just about anything Max Lucado writes is amazing. He is by far my favorite author. This study guide is no exception although it is based on a book that is now 17 years old. I also used the video curriculum as a part of a Lenton series leading up to Palm Sunday. Great stuff.

[Christie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this study difficult to follow. I didn't understand how the daily verse readings tied into that week's homework or to Lent. I need more details and guidance in a study.