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.
Living Worthy of the Lord – Colossians 1:9-10
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Can you live a life that is worthy of the Lord? We can with the knowledge and wisdom that the Holy Spirit gives. And that should be our goal.
Disciples Follow Jesus Where He Leads – Matthew 16:24
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Jesus calls us to discipleship. It is not enough to be a fan on the sidelines. He expects us to deny ourselves, and to follow him.
Live Up To What You Have Attained – Philippians 3:16
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I find value in learning from the Scripture. But I have discovered that I need to live up to what I have attained in that study.
The Surpassing Worth of Knowing Christ – Philippians 3:7-8
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What do you have in this life that compares to the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus as Lord? Nothing in this life can compare.
Calling on the Name of the Lord – Romans 10:12-13
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Paul expresses that all who call on the name of the Lord will be saved. Is this a call to intellectual ascent, or to discipleship?
Giving Lip Service to God – Isaiah 29:13
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How much of my 'Christian' life is merely external activity? Do I only honor God with my lips? Or with my heart as well?
Conduct Yourselves in a Worthy Manner – Philippians 1:27
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Regardless of the circumstances that you might find yourself in, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.
A Divine Rescue Mission – Colossians 1:13
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We delight in hearing about successful hostage rescues. But the greatest of all time was the divine rescue mission launched by God to free us.
Discharge the Duties of Your Ministry – 2 Timothy 4:5
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Paul's charge to Timothy included discharging the duties of his ministry. This speaks to me as well. Do all that the Lord has given me to do.
Grow in the Grace and Knowledge of Jesus – 2 Peter 3:18
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Peter here tells us how to be secure and effective in our faith. By growing in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Faith and Love that Spring from Hope – Colossians 1:4-5
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The church at Colossae was known for their faith in Christ and love for other believers. And those had sprung from their gospel hope.
Combating the Teaching of False Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:3-4
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Paul warns Timothy to not allow the teaching of false doctrines. These cause controversy, rather than building up the body of Christ.
