Hebrews 11:1
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Here we are at the end of Philippians and this Book contains one of my top 5 favorite verses in the Bible–Philippians 4:8. But, before we go there, let’s unpack Chapter 4 from the beginning. First things first. I am not a Bible scholar. I don’t have a degree in theology. I am just a... Continue Reading →
The question for today is: Who do you listen to? The world or, the Spirit of God? Before we continue on with Philippians, first things first, before I continue. I am not a Bible scholar. I don’t have a degree in theology. I am just a woman who desperately wants to understand the Bible and... Continue Reading →
The question for today is: How do you act when nobody is looking? Or, what do people say about you when you are not around? Before we continue on with Philippians, first things first, before I continue. I am not a Bible scholar. I don’t have a degree in theology. I am just a woman... Continue Reading →
The question for today is: How's your relationship with God? Your relationship with Christ matters. It's the most important relationship we will ever have. Let's take a look at Philippians in verses 2:1-11 which describes a life worthy of the Gospel. ***Before we continue on with Philippians, first things first, before I continue. I am... Continue Reading →
A Walk Through Philippians: What’s Important The question for today is: Are you going through a hard time in your life? Right now, people are suffering, feeling unsure of the future, and maybe a little weary of resuming life as we knew it before this virus changed our lives, and stole loved ones...changed everything. I... Continue Reading →
A Walk Through Philippians, Prayer for Philippi Have you ever been in a painful situation where someone hurt you or let you down? Of course you have. We all have. The bigger question is, how did you handle it? I start today with Philippians. It's the letter Paul wrote to the people of Phippi. Read the... Continue Reading →
A Walk Through Philippians, Part 1: The Back Story Anyone who says, "People don't change," never read the story of Saul/Paul. Originally named Saul, Paul was number one enemy to all Jesus followers. He made it his life's work to seek out and persecute Christians. And, when I say "persecute" I really mean he stoned,... Continue Reading →
Your relationship with God matters. That is why I wrote this journal. It’s all about Him. As Christians our ultimate goal is to have a relationship with Christ, right? That’s what we say in church. It’s what we tell people. But how excited are you about Bible study...really? This isn’t meant to make you feel... Continue Reading →
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