The Meaning of “Strength” in Hebrew
What does it mean to love God “with all of your strength”? The Hebrew word “Me’od” in the famous Shema prayer (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) will give us some insight.
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The Meaning of “Heart” in Hebrew
Today’s culture tells you to “follow your heart”. But Moses gave the ancient Israelites different advice (Deuteronomy 6:4-5).
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The Meaning of “Listen” in Hebrew
“Shema” (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) is a common word in the Hebrew Bible, usually translated as “listen.” But the meaning of the word goes far beyond what your ears can hear.
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The Letter of Jude
The book of Jude is an impactful letter that explores the issue of corrupted teachers and conveys the powerful message that God’s grace through Jesus demands a whole life response.
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The Meaning of “Joy” in Greek
“Joy” is an important concept in the Bible. Find out how to understand this biblical theme and apply it to your life.
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The Meaning of “Transgression” in Hebrew
The word “transgression” in the Bible has a lot of religious and cultural baggage. One thing is sure: it’s not an outdated, archaic way of separating “good” people from “bad” people.
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The Biblical Theme of “the Holy Spirit”
The theme of God’s “Spirit” is developed throughout the Bible. Ultimately, the Spirit was revealed through Jesus and sent out into the lives of his followers to bring about the new creation.
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God And Generosity
Our scarcity problem doesn’t lie in our lack of resources. Rather, it’s in our mindset that believes that God can’t be trusted to provide.
Read MoreRead Scripture: Malachi
Get a basic overview of who Malachi was and what the book bearing his name is all about.
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How Can We Understand God?
God reveals himself to us, but his true nature is beyond our finite comprehension.
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The Meaning of “Sin” in Hebrew
“Sin” is a word with a lot of religious and cultural baggage. One thing is sure: it’s not an outdated, archaic way of separating “good” people from “bad” people.
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The Biblical Themes of Heaven and Earth
The themes of heaven and earth begin in the first verse of the Bible. But what’s it all about?
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The Public Reading of Scripture
Whenever God’s people stopped reading his words to them, they fell into sinfulness and immorality.
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The Meaning of “Love” in Greek
In this topic, we look at the ancient Greek word “agape” to learn about Jesus’s teachings on love.
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Bible Themes
Investigate some of the major themes that run throughout the Bible.
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The Meaning of “Hope” in Hebrew
Christian hope is a bold hope that looks back to the risen Jesus in order to look forward.
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The Biblical Theme of Law
Pretty much everyone is familiar with the Ten Commandments God gave to Israel (Exodus 20). But there’s a lot more to the Law of Moses – called “Torah.”
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How to Read the Bible
Learn about what the Bible is, how to read it properly, and how to apply it in your pursuit of God.
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Hebrew Word Studies
In this series, the learn about ancient Hebrew words used in the Old Testament and what they mean for Christians today.
Read MoreOverview of Luke 3-9
The Gospel of Luke begins in chapters 1-2 by telling readers about the births of John the Baptist and Jesus of Nazareth. The book then leaps forward in time.
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Literary Styles in the Bible
The Bible contains many different books telling many smaller stories that all tie together into one larger story. These smaller stories are written in different “literary genres.”
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What Does It Mean to Have “Shalom?”
Peace in the Old Testament isn’t just about the absence of conflict, but about something better replacing it.
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The Bible as Jewish Meditation Literature | How to Read the Bible #4
Just like there is Middle English and Old English, there are different types of literature from different places, peoples, and times. The Bible is no different.
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Plot in Biblical Narrative | How to Read the Bible #5
The Bible contains different genres of literature that should inform how we read it at points. In this topic, learn how to read biblical narratives.
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