The Heart of the Matteris designed to help Christians understand God’s calling and how they can be a part of His redemptive work. The study offers readers opportunities to: pray; explore stories from the Scriptures, personally reflect, share and pray about injustices in the world; develop a greater understanding about poverty and oppression.

This study includes six lessons exploring how transformational community development brings hope and lasting change to communities and individuals. Topics include planning from the ground up, asset-based community development, using appreciative inquiry, and the specific impact of improving access to water and food, health, literacy and economic development. The study wraps up by recognizing how a holistic perspective is what works best. This is excellent preparation for traveling or serving in developing communities.

* leader Notes are available for free download. These notes will help facilitate a smooth-flowing exchange among group members to build community, deepen faith, and increase knowledge.