by Kathy | Oct 28, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, Resources, Theology, Uncategorized
Since they make up almost 80% of the New Testament, it’s important for us to know how best to understand the epistles. These letters were written by an apostle or early church leader to another individual, church, or group of churches. The epistles are a great...
by Kathy | Aug 11, 2026 | Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy
I’ve heard a lot of talk recently at conferences, on podcasts, and online about “biblical literacy.” I even mention it regularly in my blog posts and teaching. But I’ve never defined it in my writing or shared what we need to be considered biblically literate. Will...
by Kathy | Apr 21, 2026 | Bible, Spiritual Growth, Unshakeable Faith
Faith is an abstract concept. Sometimes difficult to define and hard to describe. So how do we know if we are “doing it right?” How do we know if our faith is strong and genuine? Although there is no official “faith test,” the eleventh chapter of Hebrews gives us a...
by Kathy | Feb 24, 2026 | Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Uncategorized
You may have heard the term “Metanarrative” in a number of different contexts. But, are you familiar with the metanarrative of the Bible? The term is not strictly a biblical term, but when used to talk about the Bible or Bible study it refers to the “Big...
by Kathy | Feb 10, 2026 | Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Resources, Uncategorized
Want to study a Bible book but not sure how to begin? Before reading chapter one, verse one, doing a little investigation on the background of the book will lay the right foundation and expand your understanding. Start with the Background The Bible was not...
