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21 Valuable Benefits of Studying the Bible
Why Should You Read and Study the Bible? It’s worth our time and energy to read and study the Bible regularly. Things come up in life that keep us busy and distracted from the most important things. Let’s look at some of the precious benefits of dwelling on God’s Word. It will help us understand…
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25 Most Powerful Bible Verses: How to Apply Them to Your Life
There are times when we need a breakthrough in our lives. Whether you need strength, hope, courage, inspiration, or perspective, nothing can substitute for experiencing the overcoming power of God. What are the most powerful Bible verses? Here are 25 powerful Bible verses followed by a brief explanation of their meaning and how you can…
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How to Be a Better Person According to the Bible
We live in a world of brokenness. We want to change and become better people. Sometimes, it can feel like life is out of control and we can’t stop hurting ourselves or others around us. There is hope. Do you want to see real lasting change and growth in your life? Let’s consider what the…
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What Is the Meaning of Life According to the Bible?
As a pastor, and also a chaplain for the local police department in the past, I’ve gotten to be a part of some of the best and worst times of people’s lives. As you might imagine, people ask the big-picture type of questions, especially when they’re going through really tough times or when there are…
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How Does the Bible End?
Many people are familiar with how the Bible begins, with the creation of the world. But, how does it end? Does the Bible predict the end of the world? Is there hope for the world or is it all “doom-and-gloom?” From many years of study and teaching classes, here is what I’ve found to be…
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What Is Worship According to the Bible? Definitions & Foundations
What is worship? To some people, worship is about modern bands with synths or guitars. To others, it’s about hymns or solemn reverence. People have expressed worship in many ways in various denominations, traditions, cultures, and throughout the history of the church. What if biblical worship is not mainly about music or an event? What…
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7 Guidelines: How to Start Studying the Bible for Yourself
The Bible is meant to be understood by ordinary people. It’s not just for religious professionals or gifted communicators. Whether you’ve already started or you consider yourself a beginner, I’ve gathered a combination of spiritual guidelines and practical tools to help you in your study of God’s Word. You can be confident that you’re starting…
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What Is the Best Order to Read the Bible for Beginners?
Many people who try to read the Bible in order from cover-to-cover seem to get stuck. The Bible is a long book and it’s easy to get lost in all the details and nuances. Is the Bible meant to be read cover to cover? No, the books of the Bible were arranged by the type…
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The Longest Verse: Why It Is Essential to the Bible
There’s something unique about the longest verse in the Bible that takes it from being a Bible Trivia question to being essential to the storyline of Scripture. But, before we get into the reason for its significance, what is the longest verse in the Bible? What is the longest verse in the Bible? The longest…
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The Easiest Way to Study the Bible (3 Simple Steps – Ready to Use)
Through the years of trying out different Bible Study methods, I’ve found that complicated (12 color-coded-highlighting-systems, complex charts, etc) does not necessarily mean better. It’s the simpler, easier-to-use tools that people will actually use and enjoy. But the simplicity of this method doesn’t mean it’s just for beginners and it’s not any less effective or…