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5 Facts about Romans You May Not Know
Romans may be one of your favorite Bible books. It certainly holds a significant place in my own faith journey. (See "I'd Love to Tell You My Story with Jesus.") Although the book of Romans is widely loved among Christians, there may be some things about Paul’s...
Merry Christmas from Ponder
As I write this letter from my home office, I’m wearing red plaid pajamas and a sling. Ten days ago, I had shoulder surgery to repair my left rotator cuff. Therefore, this year has looked far different than usual in the days leading up to Christmas. The surgery forced...
How Can I Help?
Want to know God more in the year ahead? How can I help you experience that? The best way to deepen your relationship with God is through deepening your relationship with His Word. God has revealed Himself, His will, and His ways to us through Scripture. God wants us...
Plan for Spiritual Growth in the New Year
I have two grandsons that are 10 weeks apart in age. These cousins are constantly measuring themselves against each other to see who is taller. They both want to be the tallest one, but of course they don’t have any control over their height. Thankfully, spiritual...
5 Gift Ideas for the Bible Study Lover on Your List
The Christmas season has officially started! That means carols, decorating, and shopping. It's a busy time, but I'd love to help! Check out the following gift ideas for that person on your list who loves to read and study the Bible. There are a couple of great things...
Gratitude is Essential to Peace
Gratitude and peace have been pretty illusive the last few years. In fact, we've had plenty of reasons to be anxious - worldwide pandemic, racial strife, supply chain issues, and rising costs. Plus, on a good day we live in a culture that breeds anxiety. Rampant...
5 Tips for Understanding Biblical Narrative
I love to read. I read fiction and non-fiction. In fiction, I particularly like legal thrillers, biblical fiction, and historical fiction set in WW2. I also read lots of biblical commentary and theologically heavy non-fiction. I don’t handle all these types of books...
Video Teaching on the 4 R Bible Study Method
The foundational way Christians grow in our knowledge of God and in Christlikeness is through reading and studying the Bible. Amazingly, God has revealed Himself, His character, and His ways to us through His written Word. But, many Christians lack confidence in...
The Roman Road to Salvation
Are you comfortable sharing the Gospel? Some of us hesitate because we fear how others will respond. And may of us would love to share the Good News of salvation through Jesus, but really aren't sure how to share it. One helpful "road map" for equipping ourselves to...
I’d Love to Tell You My Story with Jesus
Can I tell you about my story with Jesus? I don’t think I’ve ever shared it here on my blog. But my faith history shows how God brought me to where I am today. From the time I was born, my parents pointed me to Jesus. They took me to church, prayed with me and for me,...
Titus Bible Study
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