Journey through Haggai
Journey Through Haggai There seems to be a lot of weeping when you read through the Old Testament prophets. And yet, there is a prophet whose name means ‘festive’ —...
Journey Through Jonah
Journey Through Jonah Jonah is the one Old Testament minor prophet that almost every child in Sunday School knows. This is the one book that if I asked, “Tell me...
There Are Millions Of New Bible Readers. What Next?
How Should We Respond to the Surge in Spiritual Hunger? Millions of people are reading the Bible for the first time. A generation of young people is flocking to stores...
Journey through Ephesians
Journey Through Ephesians “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”...
Journey Through Jeremiah
Journey Through Jeremiah The prophet we meet today in our journey is Jeremiah, whose name means “Jehovah appoints.” His book was written about 100 years after the prophet Isaiah. He...
The Reliability of God’s Word
In a world where it is difficult to know what to trust or who to trust, it is a comfort to know that we can absolutely trust in the reliability...
Journey through John
Journey Through the Gospel According to John If you truly want to get to know someone, one of the best ways to do that is by speaking to someone who...
Journey Through 1 Samuel
Journey Through 1 Samuel As we begin our journey through 1 Samuel, consider that there are stages in life, and there are stages in nations. Israel is a classic example...
Santorini and the Bible
Santorini and the Philistines “Because of the day that cometh to spoil all the Philistines, and to cut off from Tyrus and Zidon every helper that remaineth: for the Lord will...
The Game of Life
The Game of Life In 1840, Milton Bradley invented a game that, after several reiterations, is still in existence: The Game of Life. Its original design was to help young...
Journey Through Esther
Journey Through Esther The name of God is not found in this book, but His hand is unmistakable! In one of the most difficult situations, we learn how to rest...
All Eyes On Rome
Over the last few days, all eyes have been on Rome. The Catholic church just chose its 267th Pope. Watching the ritualistic ceremony and intense media coverage highlights yet again...
What is the Trinity?
What is the Trinity? Listen to a Bible study on this topic or keep reading: Understanding the Meaning When people refer to the Trinity, understand that the word Trinity is...
Journey Through Mark
Journey Through Mark Our God is a God of action! Mark, the shortest of the gospel records, shows us the works of Christ and the heart of the perfect Servant....
55 Prophecies Jesus Fulfilled
“Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.” (John 5:39) For the skeptic, the religious Jew, the seeker,...
Journey Through Nehemiah
Overview: There is work to do in our homes, churches, and nation. Sin's work is destruction; God's work is construction. In Nehemiah, we learn the principles of building up that...
20 Ways to Pray for the Grieving
How to Pray for the Grieving Every time we hear of the passing of a loved one, there is an overwhelming sense of inadequacy and helplessness. We want to DO...
Illyricum
“Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ....
Journey Through Exodus
Listen to An Overview of Exodus Journey Through Exodus “Redeemed, how I love to proclaim it. Redeemed by the blood of the Lamb. Redeemed through his infinite mercy, his child,...
The Stoning of Stephen
The Stoning of Stephen “And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul....
Salamis
Salamis “So they, being sent forth by the Holy Ghost, departed unto Seleucia; and from thence they sailed to Cyprus. And when they were at Salamis, they preached the word of...
7 Ingredients for Fruitful Bible Study
7 Ingredients for Fruitful Bible Study Bible sales have soared in recent days. Though the Bible has historically led book sales worldwide, there is a renewed interest in our generation....
Journey Through Romans
Summary of Romans:Coleridge called it "the most profound book in existence." Agoday called it "the Cathedral of the Christian Faith." Martin Luther called it "the chief part of the New...
The Right View of Scripture
In John Bunyan's classic book, Pilgrim's Progress, Christian was on a journey to that Celestial City. As believers, we're all on a journey with the Lord Jesus Christ. He's our...
What Does the Bible Say?
What Does the Bible Say? It is impossible to get the right answer when you are asking the wrong question! Our world is full of issues that must be addressed,...
Jezreel in the Bible
Jezreel in the Bible “And it came to pass after these things, that Naboth the Jezreelite had a vineyard, which was in Jezreel, hard by the palace of Ahab king...
52 Prayer Verses
52 Verses On Prayer from ScriptureThe greatest prayers begin in the Word of God. It is the Divine prayer Book. Much has been written on the subject of prayer, yet...
Journey Through Matthew
Overview: Matthew, the first Gospel Record, serves as an appropriate transition from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant. Matthew makes plain that the Jehovah of the Old Testament is...
A Normal Day
Men are famous for their extraordinary days, but they are forged on their ordinary days. We revel in the accomplishments and bemoan the failures of others, yet, those highest and...
Journey Through Genesis
Overview: The Creator God is the God of new beginnings. In Genesis, we meet the Lord who is able to speak and bring light out of darkness, perfection out of...
God’s Word and Our Way
God's Word and Our WayWe are creatures of habit. While the levels of habitual behavior vary from person to person, all of us tend to do many things the same...
A Full Life » Robert Murray M’Cheyne
A Full Life Robert Murray M'Cheyne was one of the rare souls who was allowed to live and labor only a few years, but his influence has had a profound...
The Hope of Israel
The Hope of Israel | Mikveh in Scripture “O Lord, the hope (mikveh) of Israel, all that forsake thee shall be ashamed, and they that depart from me shall be written...
Indispensable Factors In Revival
Jonathan Goforth was a man who experienced the power of God in His life. This mighty preacher preached all over the world and made a difference for eternity. He was...
The Arnon
The Arnon “From thence they removed, and pitched on the other side of Arnon, which is in the wilderness that cometh out of the coasts of the Amorites: for Arnon...
“I Don’t Know Who to Believe Anymore!”
"I Don't Know Who to Believe Anymore!" Recently, I heard a group of ladies speaking at a restaurant. The conversation revolved around current events and the chaos in our world....
Rebekah and the Camels
Rebekah and the Camels “And the servant ran to meet her, and said, Let me, I pray thee, drink a little water of thy pitcher. And she said, Drink, my...
Nazareth
Nazareth “And all they in the synagogue, when they heard these things, were filled with wrath, And rose up, and thrust him out of the city, and led him unto...
The Bible is The Word of God
The Bible is The Word of God Few people want to talk about it and even fewer understand it. Yet, all of life boils down to authority: whose authority will we...
3 Benefits of Memorizing Scripture (and How to Begin!)
It was David, the man after God’s own heart, who wrote, “Thy word have I hid in mine heart that I might not sin against thee” (Psalm 119:11). You may...
Floods in the Desert
“And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. And every...
Millstones in Capernaum
“At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him...
Why Study the Bible?
Whether a new believer or a mature Christian, it is absolutely essential that believers keep growing in their knowledge of God. This is only possible if we are day by...
The Heath in the Desert
The prophet Jeremiah grew up in the Judean Wilderness, the large desert on the edge of the Great Rift Valley. As a desert dweller, he often wrote about the animals...
A Parable for Preachers
A Parable for Preachers Christ, the Master Teacher, very often used stories to help His disciples see what He was saying. Recently I came across the following story and thought it...
The Graveyard of the Old Gods in Shechem
The Graveyard of the Old Gods in Shechem “And if it seem evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which...
Well Fed Christians
Let me begin by saying this is not an article about food or a healthy diet. The truth is that most of us are physically very well fed - perhaps...
Don’t Lose the Essentials by Dr. Charles Keen
Don't Lose the Essentials "...Threescore and ten kings, having their thumbs and their great toes cut off..." - Judges 1:7 This is one of those Bible stories that is only understood...
Christians You Should Know: George Müller
“I am the LORD thy God, which brought thee out of the land of Egypt: open thy mouth wide, and I will fill it.” – Psalm 81:10 A Snapshot of...
The Growth of a Sermon
A preacher’s sermon should simply be an organized expression of a biblical message. The right kind of preaching will not be rooted in a man’s idea but in God’s Word....
When a Politician Met the King of Heaven
(Acts 12:18-25) In Acts 12 we find a powerful politician who came face-to-face with the King of Kings. Although Harrod was the most well-known powerful man in his day —...
Elements of Effective Prayer
(Acts 12:5, 12-17) There is no joy like seeing God answer prayers. Today we learn the importance of effective praying — and how to stay in a true state of...
The Power of a Prayer Meeting
(Acts 12:1-12) Have you ever considered the power of a prayer meeting? Numerous times throughout history we find simple prayer meetings turn into great revivals. Today we are studying one...
How to Build True Christians
(Acts 11:23-30) In our generation, the term Christian is not used only to describe true followers of Christ. It is only through Christ that we are built up in our...
To the Jew First…and Also to the Greek!
(Acts 11:19-24) By the grace of God, determine that you are going to be part of the Lord's work in this world. God's plan has always been to work in...
What to Say When the Questions Come
(Acts 11:1-18) Questions will always come. There will always be skeptics. As Christians, our responsibility is to simply tell them what God has done in our hearts, said in His...
What In the World Is God Doing?
(Ecclesiastes 3:11-17) Far too often, we are prone to set our eyes on temporal affairs and troubles. Yet, God seeks to awaken His people to the reality of eternity. God...
Christians You Should Know: Charles Spurgeon
"For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth." - 2 Corinthians 13:8 A Snapshot of the Life of Charles Spurgeon: Born: June 19, 1834, in Kelvedon,...
Christians You Should Know: William Wilberforce
"And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not." - Galatians 6:9 A Snapshot of the Life of William...
Christians You Should Know: G. Campbell Morgan
“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” – 2 Timothy 2:15 A Snapshot of the Life...
Where Are the Calebs?
One phrase from God’s Word characterizes Caleb’s life: “he wholly followed the LORD God of Israel.” (Joshua 14:14) What an example for us to follow! Caleb's life serves as a...
Christians You Should Know: JC Penney
"And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise." - Luke 6:31 A Snapshot of the Life of James Cash Penney: Born: Sept....
Christians You Should Know: Hudson Taylor
"And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God." - Mark 11:22 A Snapshot of the Life of Hudson Taylor: Born: May 21, 1832, in Barnsley; England Died: June 3,...
Christians You Should Know: Polycarp
“Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly...
A Resource for You and Your Sweetheart
"And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are...
New Bible App Plan!
'Tis the season for New Year's resolutions. This is the time when many people decide to change or add something to their life for the coming year. The fact is,...
Recapturing the Hallelujah
My memory is still vivid of the first time I heard the Hallelujah Chorus given in a pubic meeting. I remember watching that vast crowd of people stand in honor of the...
Seeing God in Every Scripture
Seeing God in Every ScriptureThe preacher speaks about the necessity of all Scripture and people politely nod their heads. We read, "All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and...
“Revival Praying” Bible App Plan Now Available
Throughout the past few months, we have made available several Bible study plans through the Bible App. Again, while we do not align with this ministry in every area, we...
Hymn History: Safe in the Arms of Jesus
“The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms: and he shall thrust out the enemy from before thee; and shall say, Destroy them.” – Deuteronomy 33:27...
The Miracles of Christ | Study Guide
The Miracles of Christ | Study Guide In difficult days and facing dire circumstances, it is always good to remind ourselves that God is greater than all! Scripture records over...
3 Connections to Make In Every Scripture Passage
Have you ever read a portion of God's Word only to find yourself totally disconnected from what you just read? Your hands held the Bible, your eyes scanned the page,...
Do You Really Believe In The Authority of the Bible?
Do You Really Believe In The Authority of the Bible? Few want to talk about it today and even fewer understand it. Yet all of life boils down to authority:...
What the “Cancel Culture” Can’t Touch
The only reason people have to knowingly promote a lie is that, for some reason, they are afraid of the truth. God’s people never have to fear the truth! Truth...
More To Come
Are you worn down? Nerves on edge? Wondering what is coming next? These have been challenging days for so many, but we should not be surprised. As we near the...
