NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Thousands of women are turning to their computers each week to join LifeWay Christian Resources' online Bible study with Beth Moore, according to the Baptist Press.

"There are all sorts of people who have the same struggles you do," Moore, author and Bible teacher, said during her sixth videotaped session of "Believing God." "These needs are very real."

"Believing God" is an Internet-driven study that combines streaming video/audio, weekly homework, online study guides and community-based discussion forums.

In a unique merging of faith and technology, about 26,000 women in all 50 states and 52 foreign countries are studying the Bible together on the Web. About 250 women are posting to the forum daily.

Moore is a best-selling author who speaks to more than 65,000 women a year through live Bible study conferences across the country. More than 3 million copies of her seven Bible studies for women have been sold. LifeWay released her latest Bible study, "Beloved Disciple," in December.

Those who join the 10-week online course for about $14 have no books or resources to buy, said Bill Seaver, project coordinator for the study sponsored by the Southern Baptist entity. "This course offers value and convenience -- two key elements in reaching women who are stretched for time and budget-conscious."

The Bible study was taped at Moore's home church, First Baptist in Houston, Texas, and then placed on the Internet. More than 3,000 women in Houston attend the live taping, Seaver said.

"Women can join the Internet study at any time because it will remain online indefinitely," he said.