Studying the Old Testament as a Christian: Leviticus
3 principles on how Christians can get more out of reading Old Testament books like Leviticus. Continue reading Studying the Old Testament as a Christian: Leviticus
Tag: God’s Word
The Danger of Harmonizing the Gospels
Why you should read the Gospels vertically instead of horizontally. Continue reading The Danger of Harmonizing the Gospels
Moses Didn’t Write Every Word of the Pentateuch
Why Moses could not have written every word of the first five books of the Bible (Genesis-Deuteronomy). Continue reading Moses Didn’t Write Every Word of the Pentateuch
What If Genesis 1 and 2 Are Two Different Creation Accounts?
Why the possibility of having two creation accounts in Genesis could actually be a good thing. Continue reading What If Genesis 1 and 2 Are Two Different Creation Accounts?
Inspiration and Inerrancy: 1 Samuel 13:1
Many scholars believe that the original wording of part of 1 Samuel 13:1 has been lost. If this is the case, how would this affect the doctrines of Inspiration and Inerrancy? Continue reading Inspiration and Inerrancy: 1 Samuel 13:1
Martin Luther’s Four Strand Garland: A Way to Read the Bible Prayerfully
Applying Martin Luther’s ancient prayer method through the 10 Commandments to the rest of Scripture. Continue reading Martin Luther’s Four Strand Garland: A Way to Read the Bible Prayerfully
Free Prayer Guide with 31 Days of Praying Scripture!
No signing up is required. Just enjoy using it! I pray that it will lead you to deeper communion with God! Continue reading Free Prayer Guide with 31 Days of Praying Scripture!
2 Simple Ways to Experience the Psalms
The Psalms should not only impact our intellects; we must allow them to reach our souls. Continue reading 2 Simple Ways to Experience the Psalms
Experimenting with Fixed Hour Prayer
How an ancient practice can help you pray more consistently throughout your day. Continue reading Experimenting with Fixed Hour Prayer
Jesus and the Practice of Meditation
Did Jesus practice meditation and if so, how? Continue reading Jesus and the Practice of Meditation
Three Ways to Get More Out of Your Devotion Time with God
Why preparing your mind, heart and body is needed before drawing near to God. Continue reading Three Ways to Get More Out of Your Devotion Time with God
What Does a “Man-Centered Gospel” Actually Look Like?
How to find the balance between a “God-centered” Gospel and a “man-neglected” Gospel. Continue reading What Does a “Man-Centered Gospel” Actually Look Like?
The Journey is Too Great for You
The key to living the Christian life is recognizing that we cannot live it in our own power. Continue reading The Journey is Too Great for You
God is Listening: Redefining Unanswered Prayer
How Christians misuse the term “unanswered prayer” and how this can impact our prayer lives. Continue reading God is Listening: Redefining Unanswered Prayer
The Philippians 4:8 Method of Scripture Meditation
A simple method to help you think deeply about a passage of Scripture. Continue reading The Philippians 4:8 Method of Scripture Meditation
The Prayer Wheel: A Visual Aid for Prayer
Adapting an ancient Christian practice of using a prayer wheel for the 21st century. Continue reading The Prayer Wheel: A Visual Aid for Prayer
Jesus’ Cure for Anxiety
5 practical ways to overcome anxiety from the teaching of Jesus. Continue reading Jesus’ Cure for Anxiety
The Art of Speaking to Your Soul
The art of speaking truth into your soul is a spiritual discipline that takes time and practice. Continue reading The Art of Speaking to Your Soul
Praying the Ten Commandments with Martin Luther
An inside look at one of Martin Luther’s favorite methods of prayer. Continue reading Praying the Ten Commandments with Martin Luther
6 Hindrances to Our Faith in God
What is the opposite of faith? I asked this question to a small group of Christians and got the following answers: Unbelief- 10 Self Sufficiency- 7 Doubt- 6 Fear- 4 Sight- 2 Inaction-1 Works-1 Upon reflection, I would agree with the most popular answer. If faith is synonymous with belief, then unbelief is the opposite of belief and thus the opposite of faith. But then … Continue reading 6 Hindrances to Our Faith in God
