Hebrews Day 3: Strategies for Better Understanding
New challenge to the exercise: after reading, could I remember five important things from the book without looking back at the text?
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Hebrews Day 2: The Power of Prayer Before Bible Study
One thing my pastor, Eric, taught in a class on how to study the Bible is that we should begin with prayer before reading.
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I started a 30-day challenge to read the book of Hebrews every day. I wanted this to be more than just checking a box or finishing a reading plan. I wanted it to be an exercise in Bible meditation—to slow down, pay attention, and notice what happens in me as I sit with the Word.
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Introduction: Theology in Blood and Fire The history of God’s people is not one of ease. It is a history of blood and fire, of conflict and persecution, of tears shed beneath the shadow of the cross. From the prophets who were stoned, to the apostles who were martyred, to the Reformers and Puritans who […]
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Proverbs 15:16 highlights the value of fearing the LORD over accumulating wealth. While human wisdom equates riches with happiness, true peace and contentment come from submission to God. Wealth leads to anxiety and spiritual disconnection, whereas reverence for God ensures genuine security and satisfaction, revealing a deeper relationship with our Creator.
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In a small town near a volcano, a woman known as “Wisdom” warns of an impending eruption, but residents dismiss her. This rejection reflects a broader theme in Proverbs 1:29, where ignorance of God’s authority leads to foolishness and disaster. True wisdom requires humility and acknowledgment of divine sovereignty.
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The fear of the LORD, as described in Proverbs 1:7, serves as the foundation for knowledge and true wisdom. It entails reverent awe of God’s authority, contrasting with the folly of rejecting His truth. Embracing this fear enables individuals to navigate life’s challenges with purpose and direction, avoiding despair and chaos.
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Journals of a Fallen World 