Investigation Bible Study Method – Personal Bible Study Part 2
Personal Bible study can be like investigating the Bible much like a reporter writing a story, using the W-questions. Check out this method of Bible study today
Session 7: Luke Chapters 13-14 Citizens of the Kingdom (Part 2)
Jesus warns us of the cost of following him, yet also tells of the rewards. Come to the banquet he has laid out for you.
Session 7: Luke Chapters 13-14 Citizens of the Kingdom (Part 1)
We belong to the kingdom of God, there is our citizenship. As citizens of the kingdom, we are called to be more like him and bring him glory. Our daily activities are all part of his mission carried out by our hand.
Happy Christmas or Happy Holiday?
Should we put Christ back into Christmas? Should we holler happy Christmas when someone says happy holidays! Let’s get back to the story of the nativity. And there is a set of 37 free downloadable gift tags for Christmas.
Session 6: Luke Chapters 11-12 Teachings and Warnings (Part 2)
The sign of Jonah- preaching repentance and the people do. Repentance means to turn back from the direction you are going and to choose God. Choose God.
Session 6: Luke Chapters 11-12 Teachings and Warnings (Part 1)
Jesus’ teaching topics were relevant not only 2,000 years ago but are still relevant today: worry, greed, peace, whispers, abundance, bloodshed, selfishness, forgiveness, patience. Come and read his instruction for us today.
Names of Jesus Advent Readings
Free download advent readings of some names of Jesus. Advent traditions vary, but most are familiar with the children’s calendar to ‘count down’ the days until Christmas. I have put together a countdown/calendar of readings (for adults and families) of some names of Jesus in the Bible.
Session 5: Luke Chapters 9-10 Caring for His Disciples (Part 2)
What does it take to be a disciple of Jesus? What does self-care have to do with being a Christian? Reviewing Luke chapters 9-10 might give us some ideas about these things.
Session 5: Luke Chapters 9-10 Caring for His Disciples (Part 1)
Jesus cares for his disciples, leading them to green pastures beside still waters. Fearing no evil, Jesus comforts them as he guides and protects them. Luke chapters 9-10 illustrate how Jesus cares for his disciples.
4 Ways to Thank God in Busy Seasons
In busy seasons like in slow ones, we are called to give thanks! Here are four tips to integrate gratitude to God even when we are busy-busy-busy.
Session 4: Luke Chapters 7-8 God Draws Near (Part 2)
Reference to the Old Testament is found throughout the gospels. Raising of the dead? Check. Calming the stormy seas? Check. Come see how the Lord intertwines the stories of old and new together in Luke Chapters 7-8.
Session 4: Luke Chapters 7-8 God Draws Near (Part 1)
Despite demonstrating he is greater than the prophets of old, Jesus does not let that distance him from the people he came to serve. His power does not push us from him but in fact draws us near.
Personal Bible Study
There should be time for us to sit with God’s word, his conversation to us and let it speak to us. Hebrews 4:12 tells us that the word is alive and active. Here are three methods that help us study the active word: soap, hear, and word.
Session 3: Luke Chapters 5-6 Salvation Power of Jesus (Part 2)
What does following the Old Testament law have to do with following Jesus? Join the conversation on Luke 5-6.
Session 3: Luke Chapters 5-6 Salvation Power of Jesus (Part 1)
Jesus has the authority and power to deliver us from not only our sin but also from physical ailments, social oppression, and our burdens, as a start. Join us in studying Luke Chapters 5-6.