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.
Do Not Be Afraid or Discouraged – 2 Chronicles 32:7-8
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If you are a child of God, you do not need to be afraid of anything that may come your way. God is for you, you need not fear anything.
Be Doers of the Word, Putting it into Practice – James 1:22-25
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When you read the Bible, how do you respond? James challenges us to be doers of the word, not merely hearers. To put it into practice.
Better Is One Day In Your Courts – Psalms 84:10
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Where is your favorite place? Join the psalmist in proclaiming to God, "better is one day in your courts than thousands elsewhere."
What Do You Think About? – Philippians 4:8
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What do you think about during your day? Think about godly things. Because those things that fill your mind will be reflected in your life.
Out of the Mouth of a Talking Donkey – Numbers 22:28
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Does God need to use the mouth of a talking donkey to get your attention? Or are you willing to listen to what he says in his word or through other people?
The Promise of Suffering – 2 Timothy 3:12
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Persecution is the common experience of all who would live godly lives in Christ. Don't be discouraged by this. Rejoice in your suffering.
Delight in the Word of God – Deuteronomy 6:4-9
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Like the Israelites were encouraged to do in the Shema, delight yourself in the word of God. Make it a integral part of your daily life and all you do.
For Where Your Treasure Is – Luke 12:34
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Jesus tells us that where your treasure is, there your heart is also. So let go of the treasures of this life, and lay up riches in heaven.
The Battle is Not Yours, But God’s – 2 Chronicles 20:15
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When you face a crisis situation and feel overwhelmed, remember Jehoshaphat and what God said to him. "The battle is not yours, but God's."
The Sword of the Spirit – Ephesians 6:17b
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Take up the sword of the Spirit when engaging with the enemy. The Bible, when energized by the Spirit, is a formidable weapon.
What Does the Lord Require of You? – Micah 6:6-8
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What does the Lord require? Great personal sacrifice? Church attendance? To tithe? Or to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God?
Take the Helmet of Salvation – Ephesians 6:17a
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Put on the helmet of salvation, the hope of eternal life. It will protect you when life gets challenging. Keep your eyes fixed on the goal.