by Kathy | Mar 11, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Quiet Time, Uncategorized
Connecting words, also known as connectives or linking words, are common words that are easy to overlook when we read and study Scripture. Yet, grammar and sentence structure help us properly understanding a biblical text. In fact, some of the most familiar words can...
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 25, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, God's Word for Today, Quiet Time, Resources, Uncategorized
Okay, I admit it. I used to avoid reading the boring parts of the Bible. Sections like genealogy lists, the greetings at the end of epistles, and many parts of the Old Testament law. Particularly those civil laws like what to do if a neighbor’s ox falls in your pit or...
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...
by Kathy | Jan 28, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Uncategorized
One of the most fundamental guidelines for properly understanding the Bible is known as the “literal principle.” We should read and understand the Bible literally. The Literal Principle is just one of a set of established rules for solid and faithful interpretation of...
by Kathy | Jan 21, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, biblical literacy, Discipleship, Quiet Time, Uncategorized
According to the 2024 State of the Bible report by the American Bible Society, 53% of Americans want to read the Bible more often. So why don’t they? The top two reasons Christians consistently cite for not reading their Bibles more often are 1) lack of time and...
by Kathy | Jan 13, 2025 | Bible study Lessons, Bible Study Tools and Tips, biblical literacy, Leadership, Parenting, Uncategorized
The Bible isn’t just for adults. You can help your children study the Bible too. God’s Word is also for every person no matter our culture, time in history, or age. The truths are just as meaningful for children as they are for adults. But it’s our responsibility to...
by Kathy | Dec 31, 2024 | Bible, Bible study Lessons, Discipleship
What Bible study method do you use? Do you feel confident when you open your Bible or a bit unsure? You can approach God’s Word with confidence that you can understand it and with anticipation knowing God will teach you something about Himself. Although there...
by Kathy | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Most of us love the book of Psalms. We connect to them in a unique way because they engage our emotions and ignite our imagination. But do we understand the psalms as well as we could? Thirty-three percent of the Old Testament is poetry and Psalms is the biggest book...
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