Hebrews 11:1
Ever wonder why there are so many Bible translations? I have, and I went down the rabbit hole to find out what it all means. The simplest explanation is this: The original Bible texts were written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Sometimes those languages don't translate to English (or other languages) that well. Also, we... Continue Reading →
Speaking of Satan... "...He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies." John 8:44 "The battle for your soul is in your mind." Pastor Kyle Satan will... Continue Reading →
The story of Jonah and the whale is popular in children's Bible study classes. It may seem like a whale of a tale but it actually has bigger implications than being swallowed up by a whale. Let's unpack this whale of a tale... Scripture: Slowly read and color-code Jonah 1. Observation: In the opening paragraph... Continue Reading →
Okay, here we go...let's get real.When I was younger, my mom was dating a man who claimed Christmas was derived from pagans who had orgies under evergreen trees in the forest. Say, what now?It made such an impression on me that I actually feared celebrating Christmas would send me to hell. I was an impressionable little... Continue Reading →
With Christmas just around the corner, I wanted to learn more about Jesus' birthplace. What kind of city has it been over the centuries and where it is now. Below are some interesting facts you may not know about this city rich is Biblical history. • Bethlehem was an early Canaanite settlement (A Canaanite is... Continue Reading →
What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions? Traditions like putting up the tree on the day after Thanksgiving, buying a special new ornament each year, or opening one gift on Christmas Eve are a special part of the Christmas season.While we share many traditions, we also add our own unique twists to them. Maybe... Continue Reading →
Do you wonder what happened to the Apostles? We only read the ending for two of the Apostles in the Bible. The rest we have to rely on tradition, legend, or obscure letters. I did a little research, because I am that curious. Below is what I found. We only read about two of the... Continue Reading →
The book of Ruth is a rich story of hesed, which means unfailing love and kindness. It is one I am sure will leave you in complete awe of God's great plan. Let's unpack this awe-inspiring story of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz today. First thing, I am not a Bible scholar. I am just a... Continue Reading →
Book of JudeWritten in the reign of Nero, AD 54-68Jude writes his letter AD 60-64. Temple is destroyed, the early church scatters AD70 Jude is the fifth shortest book in the Bible, clocking in with 461 words. One night, when I couldn’t sleep I thought I would read Jude. I thought, “It’s short and shouldn’t... Continue Reading →
I feel like I just gave birth! This devotional has been started and put on the back burner for a year but it's finally time to release into the world. Fly, little book, fly! Did you know that scientific research shows that giving thanks for just 3 things a day makes you 25% happier? And that’s not... Continue Reading →
I have an exciting new project to share with you: a pocket full of gratitude scripture cards. This beautifully designed 52 scripture card deck comes with a clear carrying case. How to use these cards: • Tuck in your Bible as a bookmark. • Leave a card on the table for your server after a... Continue Reading →
Proverbs 16:9 “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” It’s that time of year again where we set resolutions and try to define goals as objects of our ambition. Now, there is nothing wrong with wanting to improve your health, education, or stop unhealthy habits, it’s when we rely on... Continue Reading →
The last study of Revelation left off in chapter 19. This is part 2 of the last chapters of Revelation. If you have ever wanted to study Revelation but are scared (like me) I encourage you to go back and read through the book and follow along with my notes. I breakdown the symbolism into... Continue Reading →
The last study of Revelation left off in chapter 13. We discussed the mark of the beast not being a literal "mark", the meaning translates to "never God, never God, never God." Let's finish up the wild vision that is Revelation and take it chapter-by-chapter. Scripture: Read and color-code Rev. 14. Try not to get... Continue Reading →
Last week I needed to take a little break from Revelation. There was a lot going on around me. But I am back to it this week. If you've had a hard time following along with all the symbolism, like me, chapters 12-13 are no different, but I powered through it, and so glad I... Continue Reading →
Hygge, pronounced (Hue-gah) is a Danish word originally derived from an Old Norwegian word meaning well-being and protection from the outside elements. Denmark has notoriously cold, long winters. The concept of hygge has been used by Danish people to help mentally combat the brutally dark, relentless winter season, and fill their homes with comfort and... Continue Reading →
My husband is a dream teller. He loves to tell me about his crazy dreams. He remembers these with vivid and striking details. As he is rambling about his dreams, he admits it makes zero sense to him. It makes less than zero sense to me and sadly, I start to zone-out. That is what... Continue Reading →
Do you ever think back on your childhood/teen years and think may, just maybe, you are remembering events wrong? Especially now that I am the big 5-0, I think back and wonder. The imagery of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, as portrayed by the Worldwide Church of God sermons, is such a vivid memory... Continue Reading →
Today I am unpacking the letters to the seven churches in the Book of Revelation. A huge observation is the same sin that plagued the seven churches also plague the Church today. Fair warning, some of you may not like what is said here. It opens up a lot to inspect in our Church. I... Continue Reading →
Revelation scares me. Ever since I was a teenager. Right around the time I began my teen years, we stopped attending our little Nazarene Church in the heart of the Ozarks. Instead, we chose to watch church from the comfort of our living room on the console TV. The Worldwide Church of God with Herbert... Continue Reading →
I have avoided studying Revelation for one big reason. I tried reading it as a teenager—and as a highly impressionable teen, it FREAKED ME OUT. 😬 The horsemen of the apocalypse and the plagues was scary. Also, take in account it was 1980-something and the fear of Russia dropping a bomb on us was a... Continue Reading →
The Bible doesn't tell us a lot about Mary Magdalene's past. Her back story is hidden from us, left to speculation by many. Was Mary Magdalene a prostitute, Jesus' wife, the most loved disciple, and Peter's adversary? We can speculate all day long, or we can look to the Bible for clues about the real... Continue Reading →
I have heard it said the phrase "fear not" is written in the Bible 365 times. I am on a quest to find them all. I have started a list and it is available for download on my Have Faith Studio website. There are blank lines to add new entries as I (and you) discover... Continue Reading →
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