Claude MariottiniEmeritus Professorof Old TestamentNorthern Baptist Seminary The book of Chronicles, that book most Christians do not read because of the genealogies in chapters 1–9, has a different place in the Christian Bible and in the Hebrew Bible. In the Christian Bible, the book of Chronicles is listed among the historical books: 1–2 Samuel, 1–2… Continue reading Is the Book of Chronicles the Last Book in the Hebrew Bible?
Category: Bible Stories
What God tells you in waiting
Waiting can be challenging. Whether you’re waiting for something big or small, it can be frustrating to be uncertain. But did you know God has something to tell you while you wait? In the Bible, many stories of people had to wait for something from God. For example, Noah had to wait for the floodwaters to… Continue reading What God tells you in waiting
The Story of Daniel in the Lions Den
The story of Daniel in the lions den is one of the most familiar stories in the Bible. It showcases a dependence on God while fascinating children of all ages. It also provides to all who read it a glimpse of God’s grace and justice. Then the king gave orders to arrest the men who… Continue reading The Story of Daniel in the Lions Den
Does God Still Heal Today? and A Good Prayer for Healing
For most of the first 40 years of my life, I had head knowledge about Biblical healing. I knew the stories of Jesus healing people – healing leprosy, an issue of blood, and even blindness. But I never stopped to wonder does God still heal today, not until I desperately needed healing for my own… Continue reading Does God Still Heal Today? and A Good Prayer for Healing
How to find strength and encouragement through Bible verses
When life gets tough, we all need a source of strength and encouragement to help us keep going. One amazing place to find that support is in God’s word, the Bible. The Bible is filled with powerful messages and inspiring stories that uplift our spirits and give us the strength to face any challenge. This article will… Continue reading How to find strength and encouragement through Bible verses
9 Worthwhile Lessons We Can Learn from Leah in the Bible
Oh, Leah in the Bible! The Bible is a treasure trove of stories and events from every spectrum. We get to meet great leaders like David or evil kings such as Solomon in this book that has it all: humor mixed with sadness too! The women throughout these pages are just as diversified – some strong ones… Continue reading 9 Worthwhile Lessons We Can Learn from Leah in the Bible
Whatever It Takes
Christianity In one of my favorite stories in the Bible, four men carried a paralytic to Jesus. When He entered Capernaum again after some days, it was reported that He was at home. So many people gathered together that there was no more room, not even in the doorway, and He was speaking the word… Continue reading Whatever It Takes
Look And Learn
There are many stories about birds in the Bible. And they all have their place. But of all the birds mentioned, the raven is close to the bottom of the list as far as having any importance. It is a large blackbird and belongs to the crow family. It is noisy and has a loud,… Continue reading Look And Learn
Betrayal in the Bible and 4 Inspiring Tips to Find Healing from Betrayal
Betrayal in the Bible is part of the scripture’s narrative along with the painful consequences that often follow. By studying stories of betrayal in the Bible we can find healing from betrayal in our own lives. Betrayal is a painful reality to grasp and is never sought, desired, or welcomed whether in Bible times or… Continue reading Betrayal in the Bible and 4 Inspiring Tips to Find Healing from Betrayal
14 Awesome Bible Recommendations from 14 Awesome Women
Republished with permission from Blogs.crossmap.com, featuring inspiring Bible verses about women. Last week I shared a post about some questions to consider before you buy a new Bible. You can read that post HERE. Today, I decided to invite some of my friends to share with you about their personal Bible choices. Each of these women… Continue reading 14 Awesome Bible Recommendations from 14 Awesome Women