by Kathy | Jun 24, 2025 | Bible, Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Uncategorized
Word pictures and figures of speech fill Scripture, but this post specifically focuses on metaphors and similes in the Bible. We will consider their benefit and how we can best understand them. But first, what are they? Metaphors and similes are both word pictures...
by Kathy | Jun 17, 2025 | Bible, Discipleship, Uncategorized, women's ministry
Have a love/hate relationship with the Proverbs 31 woman? Yes, we admire her energy and success. But frankly, the woman set the bar far too high for the rest of us. We read the 31st chapter of the book of Proverbs and think, “That’s just impossible.” We feel defeated...
by Kathy | Apr 1, 2025 | Bible, Discipleship, God's Word for Today
Anyone who commits to read and study the Bible probably desires to correctly understand it. While a host of things may hinder that process, likely the most common hindrance to proper understanding is failing to consider the biblical context. (Philippians 4:13 is a...
by Kathy | Mar 4, 2025 | Bible, biblical literacy, Discipleship, Uncategorized
Many Christians tell me they listen to the Bible more than they read it. Some listen because they are auditory learners, some because they struggle with reading on some level, but most listen over reading due to busyness. Since time is tight they listen to the Bible...
by Kathy | Feb 17, 2025 | Bible, Bible study Lessons, Discipleship, Quiet Time, Spiritual Growth, Uncategorized
Scripture doesn’t say how often I should read the Bible. God hasn’t prescribed a set number of days per week or a specific amount of time. There’s no eleventh commandment that reads “Thou shalt read the Bible five days a week for twenty minutes.” (Also see “Why are...
by Kathy | Feb 11, 2025 | Bible, Bible study Lessons, Resources, Uncategorized
I loved my time in seminary, but I regret one thing. I wish I had studied Greek and Hebrew. Although they were not required for my Masters in Christian Education, I could have taken them as electives. However, I have learned how to use the invaluable tools available...
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