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.

Epiphany: Freedom in the Truth

The truth will set you free. John 8:32

Truth: God forgave us long before we forgave ourselves. Live free from guilt and shame—Jesus carried that on the cross. Christ doesn’t condemn; He forgives.

Shepherds & the Lamb of God: A Christmas Connection

Do not be afraid! I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Luke 2:10

Every detail of scripture has meaning. Every word carefully chosen. The shepherds were intentionally chosen, too, to recognize the Lamb of God.

Wise Men Build on Rock: Embracing Jesus’ Teaching

Experience Jesus presence by building a house on God's rock

I know that story! Maybe so, but the Bible is like an onion with many layers. A new tidbit about the wise man’s house built on rock strengthens the lesson.

Transform Your Heart: Go the Extra Mile with Radical Kindness

Go the extra mile originated in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount

‘Go the extra mile’ originated with Jesus. It shocked His original audience and demanded a radical attitude adjustment. Could we transform the world with love?

Turn the Other Cheek: What does Jesus mean?

Do you feel like a doormat? That is not what Turn the Other Cheek means.

Does Jesus really want us to turn the other cheek and accept abuse? NO!!! Let’s resist retaliation by offering the left cheek.

What is God’s will for my life?

Trust in the Lord with all you heart and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6

Have you ever wanted to know (or needed to know) God’s will for your life? Does God reveal His will? How can we know?

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?

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Each post is a short scripture study 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 short scripture study 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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