Bible Study
This is the parent category for all of the short Bible study and devotional posts. Nested under it is a separate category for each book in the Bible.
The Parables of Small Beginnings – Matthew 13:31-33
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The parables of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast illustrate that the kingdom of God works with small beginnings to produce big changes in people and culture.
An Anchor in the Midst of Change- Hebrews 6:19-20
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Change is an inevitable part of life. But when it disrupts your life, do you have an anchor that will hold you in the midst of that change?
Parable of the Persistent Widow – Luke 18:1-8
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The parable of the persistent widow teaches us to be faithful in bringing our needs before God. He loves us and will respond. In his time.
Are You Ready? – Matthew 24:45-25:13
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Jesus promised that he would return for those who are his. Are you ready for it? We don't know when. But we should live in expectation of it.
Living in the Flesh or in the Spirit – Romans 8:5-8
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We can live according to the flesh. Or according to the Spirit. The former leads to death while the latter leads to life and peace.
The Parable of the Rich Fool – Luke 12:13-21
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There is nothing wrong with having wealth. But, unlike the rich fool, we should recognize it is temporary, and work toward eternal riches.
The Lost and Found Parables – Luke 15:3-32
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Jesus told three parables about something that was lost, but had been found. And the rejoicing in heaven over what was found.
The Parables of the Precious – Matthew 13:44-46
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The parable of the pearl and the parable of the hidden treasure express the value of the kingdom of God. Will we give up everything for it?
The Example of the Early Church – Acts 2:42-47
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The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of Christ.
Going into the Mountains to Pray – Matthew 14:23
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I love Jesus example of going out into the mountains to pray. I enjoy the time when I can get out like that and spend time alone with God.
A Deacon and a Prostitute: A Parable Retold – Luke 18:9-14
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What would Jesus' parable of two men going to pray look like in today's world. Might it be a Baptist deacon and a common prostitute?
He Is Risen Indeed – Matthew 28:5-7
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Today is a good day to remember what Jesus has done for us. Take the time to meditate on his death and resurrection, and what it means, or can mean, for you. And take the time to celebrate, along with me, a risen and living Lord.
