Oct 5, 2022 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Christian Life, Patience, Perseverance, Spiritual Growth
There is nothing like spending time with God. When we are in conversation with Him or enjoying His presence through reading His Word, the world can seem to be at peace around us, even if just for a moment. When we savor the simple joy of walking with God, we are then...
Aug 19, 2022 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Christian Life
What’s with all the goats in the Bible? Throughout Scripture, goats appear in surprising ways—from Jacob’s deception to Judah’s scandal and even Jesus’ parable of the final judgment. The Bible uses goats to symbolize sin, rebellion, and separation from God—contrasted...
May 25, 2022 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Christian Life, Fear & Doubt
Quick Overview of The Story of Hagar in the Bible The Story of Hagar in the Bible is a powerful account of God’s compassion, sovereignty, and redemption. Hagar, an Egyptian slave in Abraham and Sarah’s household, endures betrayal, hardship, and exile—but also...
Jan 6, 2022 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Suffering, Surrender
Will Anyone Miss Me? If you have ever felt like that, then you can relate to Hagar’s heartbreak. After Hagar is used by Abraham and Sarah to conceive a son, it doesn’t take long before conflict arises. Hagar is disrespectful toward Sarah; Sarah bullies Hagar,...
Oct 8, 2021 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Character of God, Thankfulness
Jesus could have chosen anyone to be a part of His human ancestry. For reasons known only in the mind of God, He chose Tamar to bear the son who would carry on the royal line of Judah. God wove their son Perez into the lineage of Christ until the kingship finally...
Sep 24, 2021 | Bible Study Sneak Peeks (Excerpts), Courage, Surrender
About three months later Judah was told, “Tamar your daughter-in-law has been immoral. Moreover, she is pregnant by immorality.” And Judah said, “Bring her out, and let her be burned. (Gen. 38:24) Imagine that we are watching these events unfold in a movie. This would...