Grace and wisdom of the ages from 66 books, by 40 authors, over 2200 years, in 3 languages, on 3 continents, with 1 divinely-inspired theme of love and redemption for every tribe and language and people and nation on earth
This is an ongoing Bible study research project that started when I was challenged to help develop a class that trains group members to become group leaders. As I started to plan the study, I realized I needed a list of required competencies to tailor the training and evaluate the candidates. But as I researched the subject and talked to Continue reading Essential Skills and Competencies for Leading a Small Group
In the heart of the Lord’s Prayer, nestled within Matthew 6, is a phrase of profound simplicity and deep faith: “Give us this day our daily bread.” This request, small yet significant, teaches us much about our relationship with God and the nature of our daily walk with Him. Jesus begins this chapter with a caution against the practices of Continue reading Give us this day our daily bread
Here are some of the greatest sermons in the Bible. These are a great source of inspiration during good times and encouragement during hard times. If you are looking for an idea for a sermon or a style of a sermon, it would be hard to do better than any of these. The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) – Continue reading The Greatest Sermons in the Bible
The Bible is not merely a historical document or a compilation of human thoughts, but rather the Word of God, divinely inspired by the Holy Spirit. This concept is deeply rooted in the original Hebrew and Greek texts of the Scriptures. The Hebrew word often used for “spirit” is “רוּחַ” (ruach), which can mean “breath,” “wind,” or “spirit.” This term Continue reading The same Holy Spirit who inspired the Bible will guide your understanding of the Bible
There are many raptures throughout the Bible that support the concept of a rapture of the saints as described in 1 Corinthians 15:45-53 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17. Enoch walked in close fellowship with God. Then one day he disappeared, because God took him. This is a foreshadow of the secret rapture of the saints. (Genesis 5:24) Noah a preacher of Continue reading Raptures in the Bible