Ah-Ha!

Learning about the culture and language of Bible times can reveal new meaning in familiar scriptures. Let’s call them ah-ha moments.

Lent: Why Jesus was Tested in the Wilderness

The Spirit shoved Jesus into the wilderness

Jesus is baptized and immediately thrown into the wilderness for a test. Why? What are the test questions? How does Jesus respond? Why does He want us to know?

Peter’s Confession at Caesarea Philippi: How Geography Adds Impact

Location! Location! Location! Caesarea Philippi, the location of Peter's confession of faith

Showing is better than telling which makes object lessons more memorable. Jesus brings his disciples to Caesarea Philippi for this lesson and a mid-term exam.

66 Hyperlinked Books: One Story that Leads to Jesus

Display of 63,779 Bible hyperlinks or cross-references

Do you find Bible reading, well… boring? Difficult? Prefer a devotion that spells it out? Me too! Then I joined a study group and caught fire. Here’s why…

Water to Wine: Was Jesus’ first miracle just for fun?

Turning water into wine saved more than the party

Jesus never did miracles just for fun or to draw attention to Himself. They always benefited others. So why turn water to wine?

Epiphany: How does Jesus’ baptism reveal His identity?

Revealed: Jesus is the Son of God, the Lord's Anointed One

Before Christmas existed as its own holiday, the church celebrated Epiphany. Jesus’ birth was part of the church feast, but another event was primary. Which event? Why? What does it tell us?

How Do We Know God Invites Everyone?

The story of the Magi is evidence that Jesus came for everyone

Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, isn’t a day I learned about growing up. The Magi’s visit is displays the inclusiveness of God’s love for humanity.

Resolutions: Can I Do All Things?

Welcome 2024! Resolutions: Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

Ever use “I can do all things through Christ” as motivation? Let’s learn what Paul really meant. Taking scripture out of context leads to misinterpretation.

Waiting for God: Certain, Receptive, Responsive

Waiting for God. In Hebrew this means intertwining your life with His.

Simeon intertwined his life with God. He waited expectantly for the Lord’s Messiah, certain to meet him during his lifetime. Let’s learn from his cameo in Luke.

Immanuel: More Than We Realize

Immanuel: God With Us - it means more than we realize

For Matthew’s audience, Immanuel meant God with us… and more. The title conjured a whole Old Testament story and a lesson from the outcome. It’s story time!

Don’t Talk Rubbish: When Strong Language is Holy

When strong language is holy. The Apostle Paul swears.

The world loves us for accomplishments and social standing, but God’s love can’t be earned. The Apostle Paul has strong language for those who teach otherwise.

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Each post is a brief scriptural thought that will grow as you let it take root in your thoughts.  If you have time, dig into one area of interest and plant a whole garden.
Each post is a brief scriptural thought that will grow as you let it take root in your thoughts. If you have time, dig into one area of interest and plant a whole garden.

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