Category: Bible Study

How to Offer Petitionary Prayers (2 Sam 2.1)

David inquired of the LORD, “Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah?”

“To which shall I go up? These inquiries typically took place outdoors—for David, they were often at his military camp. Some of them take place in a place of sanctuary.6 David relies on this formal petition frequently—Saul did not, perhaps… Continue reading How to Offer Petitionary Prayers (2 Sam 2.1)

Considering Proverbs 12:1

Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish (Proverbs 12:1). The meaning of Proverbs 12:1 is straightforward. A person that welcomes instruction gains knowledge, and this is a good thing. However, a person that hates reproof—or correction—behaves in a brutish manner when that instruction is given. When considering this proverb, there are three… Continue reading Considering Proverbs 12:1

God’s message for Assyria (Nahum, Jonah)

Two Minor Prophets heard God’s message for Nineveh, capital of the biggest, “baddest” empire of the Middle East in the eighth century BC. Assyria traded on its reputation for violence, so that the other nations would yield to them. The prophets say that’s not right. God runs the world, and the nations must answer to… Continue reading God’s message for Assyria (Nahum, Jonah)

“Biblical Revival” by Dr. Bob Sanders – Enjoying the Journey

Within Psalm 73, we see one of the most defined and biblical pictures of revival in the Word of God. The psalm sets before us the subject, the setting, and the substance of revival! In Psalm 73, we encounter a man named Asaph who moves from the slippery slopes of a divided heart to that of coming… Continue reading “Biblical Revival” by Dr. Bob Sanders – Enjoying the Journey

He Holds Our Future

Read II Peter 3:1-11 He holds our Future. I’ve read and re-read this chapter many times this week, and each time I discovered something rich and wonderful. But for today, let’s focus on these verses: Know this first of all, that in the last days mockers will come with their mocking, following with their own lust,… Continue reading He Holds Our Future

Why God’s Instructions Are Important

The Psalmist made it plain why we should follow God’s instructions. In Psalm 119, He mentioned his regard for God’s decrees, regulations, and commands over eighty times. You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees! Psalms 119:4-5 This Psalm begins by describing three qualities of those living… Continue reading Why God’s Instructions Are Important

4 Simple Things The Devil Uses To Deceive People

That ancient serpent called Satan has succeeded on several occasions by deceiving humans. He is still playing tricks luring people into eternal destruction. It’s time to know about his deceptive schemes so that you don’t become a victim. This post aims to expose some of the things or ways Satan uses to deceive people. I believe this… Continue reading 4 Simple Things The Devil Uses To Deceive People

A new thought on spiritual armor

By Elizabeth Prata I used to study King Arthur, chivalry, armor, and heraldry. I think the Age of Chivalry was fascinating. Getty Art website explains, “Chivalry first developed as a code of honor that emphasized bravery, loyalty, and generosity for knights at war in the 11th and 12th centuries. By the later Middle Ages illuminated manuscripts… Continue reading A new thought on spiritual armor

Darkness is My Only Friend. A Statement of Hope. – Bravester

Psalm 88 is a psalm about faith that is mixed with total confusion, exposed vulnerability, and a smashed heart. Because this is still faith. This psalm is different from the other 150. This is an honest part in the Bible. For a holy book, the Bible is full of too much honesty. I’m not sure how… Continue reading Darkness is My Only Friend. A Statement of Hope. – Bravester