Many who preach from the lectionary are drawn to the gospel for their sermon focus. Yet Steve Burt's alluring treatment of these first lesson texts will stimulate the desire to proclaim the captivating tales drawn from these Old Testament lessons. In many ways it is easier for the contemporary hearer to identify with these Old Testament characters. They are less perfect, approachable, very human in their faith struggles and in many respects much like us.

Titles include:

• What Do You Do When Life Ain't Fair? (Genesis 29:15-28)
• The Face of God (Genesis 32:22-31)
• Need Help Removing that Roadblock? (Exodus 14:19-31)
• But You Can't Get Water Out of a Rock! (Exodus 17:1-7) Steven Burt is a nationally known small church consultant, author, and lecturer. He has taught preaching, writing, and small church dynamics, and formerly directed the Missouri School of Religion's Small Church Program. He received his M.Div. degree from Bangor Theological Seminary and his D.Min. degree from the Andover Newton Theological School. This is his seventh book.