Abraham – Friend of God, Father of the Faithful
Abraham is called the “father of the faithful” and “the friend of God”. He is an example to us in many ways, therefore, it is always good to study him …
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First Kings – Walk Before God with Integrity
The Book of First Kings The main events of First Kings are David’s death, Solomon’s reign, the division of the kingdom, and Elijah’s ministry. As Solomon ascended the throne, David …
Navigating Life with Wisdom — A SOAP Study on James 1:5
Navigating Life – Introduction The SOAP method of Bible study—Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer—offers a structured approach to digging deeper into the Bible. In our blog post Navigating Life with …
Pilate – Governor of Judea
In Jesus’ day, any death sentence had to be approved by the Roman official in charge of the administrative district. Pontius Pilate was the governor of the province of Judea, …
Jesus is the way, the truth and the life
“I am the way and the truth and the life” is one of the seven “I Am” statements of Jesus. On the last night before His betrayal and death, Jesus …
Galatians – Freedom From the Law
The Book of Galatians Galatians is the only letter Paul specifically addressed to a group of churches. Galatia was not a city, but a region of Asia Minor, which included …
Ishmael – Father of the Arabs
Have you ever wondered if you were born into the wrong family? We don’t know much about how Ishmael viewed life. But that question must have haunted him at times. …
Second Samuel – Living for God
The book of Second Samuel In Second Samuel David took the fractured kingdom that Saul had left behind and built a strong, united power. Forty years later, David would turn …
Zechariah – Prepare for the Messiah
Zechariah encouraged the people to put away the sin in their lives and to continue rebuilding the temple. His visions described the judgment of Israel’s enemies, the blessings to Jerusalem, …
First Samuel – Book of Great Beginnings
First Samuel is a book of great beginnings… and tragic endings. It begins with Eli as high priest during the time of the Judges. As a religious leader, Eli certainly …
Second Corinthians
Second Corinthians must have been a difficult letter for Paul to write because he had to list his credentials as an apostle. Paul was reluctant to do so as a …
Judas Iscariot – Son of Simon Iscariot
Judas Iscariot, the traitor, was the son of Simon who lived in Kerioth of Judah. He betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver and afterward hanged himself (Matthew 26:14,16). Judas, …
Mastering the Fourth Step of SOAP: Prayer
The Power of Prayer in Bible Study In the realm of scriptural exploration and spiritual growth, the SOAP Bible Study method stands as a steadfast guide, illuminating the path to …
Melchizedek – King of Righteousness
Do you like a good mystery? History is full of them! They usually involve people. One of the most mysterious people in the Bible is the king of peace, Melchizedek. …
Ruth – A Story of Redemption
When we first meet Ruth, she is a destitute widow. We follow her as she joins God’s people, gleans in the grain fields, ricks her honor at the threshing floor …