Helpful basic steps:
• Read the text
• Look up definitions/meanings of key words from original language tools
• Determine context of the passage
• Cross-reference: let Scripture interpret Scripture
• Determine if word/passage is figurative or literal
Exercises:
1. According to the Bible, should we hate people?
Read more here…
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Inductive Bible Study method: the basics
1. OBSERVE IT
• Read and re-read the entire book you are studying — chapter by chapter, verse by verse
• Read the introduction to the book to understand more about the book’s author, recipients, historical context & date, etc.
• Outline the structure of the book: identifying overarching themes and ideas; note general divisions and sections without relying on the man-made chapter divisions too much; answer the question: How is the book organized?
• Find, note and mark repeated words and phrases
2. DETERMINE ORIGINAL MEANING
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• Read and re-read the entire book you are studying — chapter by chapter, verse by verse
• Read the introduction to the book to understand more about the book’s author, recipients, historical context & date, etc.
• Outline the structure of the book: identifying overarching themes and ideas; note general divisions and sections without relying on the man-made chapter divisions too much; answer the question: How is the book organized?
• Find, note and mark repeated words and phrases
2. DETERMINE ORIGINAL MEANING
Read the rest here…
Bird’s eye view of the Bible
Main purpose of the Bible: for God to reveal Himself , His glory, and His redemptive plan to mankind.
List 4 major events of the Bible
1. CREATION
2. THE FALL
3. CHRIST’S DEATH, BURRIAL & RESURRECTION & subsequent REDEMPTION of mankind
4. THE RE-CREATION OF THE HEAVENS & EARTH
List 5 Key verses/passages:
1. Genesis 3:15 – Declares that the Messiah will come!
see all the rest…
List 4 major events of the Bible
1. CREATION
2. THE FALL
3. CHRIST’S DEATH, BURRIAL & RESURRECTION & subsequent REDEMPTION of mankind
4. THE RE-CREATION OF THE HEAVENS & EARTH
List 5 Key verses/passages:
1. Genesis 3:15 – Declares that the Messiah will come!
see all the rest…
Birds-eye view: Bible summaries
Getting a birds-eye view of the Bible helps us to see the major themes, ideas, etc. that connect from Genesis to Revelation. The Bible is ONE story in 66 books!
In a word: Jesus
In a thought: God’s amazing love-relationship with mankind through Jesus Christ (The greatest love-story ever told!)
In a complete sentence:
God loved mankind so much that he began working out a plan of redemption (Genesis through John), culminating in the shed blood of Jesus Christ, to bring them (us) back into a love-relationship with Himself.
In several sentences:
God created Adam & Eve (and mankind) to be in relationship with Him. But they disobeyed God and sin & death came into the world corrupting everything. But God loved mankind and…
more…
In a word: Jesus
In a thought: God’s amazing love-relationship with mankind through Jesus Christ (The greatest love-story ever told!)
In a complete sentence:
God loved mankind so much that he began working out a plan of redemption (Genesis through John), culminating in the shed blood of Jesus Christ, to bring them (us) back into a love-relationship with Himself.
In several sentences:
God created Adam & Eve (and mankind) to be in relationship with Him. But they disobeyed God and sin & death came into the world corrupting everything. But God loved mankind and…
more…
Birds-eye videw of the Bible: Chronological order chart
Some parts of this chart based on these sources:
http://www.biblestudyplanet.com/f7.htm
http://rosemck1.tripod.com/bible.html
Click here for chart split up into (2) 8.5X11 pages
Bible translations: my top 8 pics
Bible Study: name of Messiah in the Old Testament
Bible Study — Going deeper with words studies and Greek & Hebrew tools
Jesus and Joshua word study continued from last week
This study will help you find the Messiah's name (Jesus!) in the Old Testament!
Background:
Written about 500 years before Christ, this book was written by the prophet Zechariah. The Israelites who had been exiled in Babylon, were released by Cyrus to go back to their homeland and rebuild the temple of the Lord. The people were apathetic and disheartened in their pursuit to finish the Lord’s temple and basically disobedient to the Lord. So God prophesies through Zechariah a message of repentance and consolation. God wants them to know that their work on the temple has a plan stretching into the future and connects with God’s plan to establish His kingdom through the coming Messiah. Zechariah’s prophesies of the Messiah are probably the most extensive of all the Minor Prophets.
The rest of the study…
Jesus and Joshua word study continued from last week
This study will help you find the Messiah's name (Jesus!) in the Old Testament!
Background:
Written about 500 years before Christ, this book was written by the prophet Zechariah. The Israelites who had been exiled in Babylon, were released by Cyrus to go back to their homeland and rebuild the temple of the Lord. The people were apathetic and disheartened in their pursuit to finish the Lord’s temple and basically disobedient to the Lord. So God prophesies through Zechariah a message of repentance and consolation. God wants them to know that their work on the temple has a plan stretching into the future and connects with God’s plan to establish His kingdom through the coming Messiah. Zechariah’s prophesies of the Messiah are probably the most extensive of all the Minor Prophets.
The rest of the study…
Jesus and Joshua word study
Read Acts 7:44-45 in context, then vs 45 in these parallel translations
KJV NKJV NASB NIV
Q. What’s going on here? Why is the KJV different?
Q. How does the CONTEXT help us figure this out?
• Let’s explore the Strong’s number for this word and see what we find…
Strong’s number: G2424
Greek word: Iesous
Definition: Jesus = "Jehovah is salvation"
See the rest of the study…
KJV NKJV NASB NIV
Q. What’s going on here? Why is the KJV different?
Q. How does the CONTEXT help us figure this out?
• Let’s explore the Strong’s number for this word and see what we find…
Strong’s number: G2424
Greek word: Iesous
Definition: Jesus = "Jehovah is salvation"
See the rest of the study…
Bible study tools and links
Excellent Bible study reference works
1. The Complete Wordstudy New Testment with Greek Parallel — KJV — Strong’s Dictionary, Lexical Aids, Greek Concordance, Translational Reference Index: by Spiros Zodhiates; AMG Publishers.
This gives Bible text, Strong’s numbers, and more expanded definitions (not exhaustive).
Easier to use than a regular, old fashioned Strong’s Concordance.
2. The Complete Wordstudy Old Testment — with Strong’s numbers and expanded definitions. AMG publishers.
3. The New Strong’s Expanded Dictionary of Bible Words — Nelson publishers.
This has great Greek and Hebrew word dictionaries, better than the normal Strong’s definitions. If you decide to use this, you will need the Bible text with Strong’s numbers to work along side it.
Online Bible tools:
http://www.searchgodsword.org/
http://www.blueletterbible.org/
http://www.biblegateway.com/
http://www.studylight.org/enc/isb/
Click here for the rest…
1. The Complete Wordstudy New Testment with Greek Parallel — KJV — Strong’s Dictionary, Lexical Aids, Greek Concordance, Translational Reference Index: by Spiros Zodhiates; AMG Publishers.
This gives Bible text, Strong’s numbers, and more expanded definitions (not exhaustive).
Easier to use than a regular, old fashioned Strong’s Concordance.
2. The Complete Wordstudy Old Testment — with Strong’s numbers and expanded definitions. AMG publishers.
3. The New Strong’s Expanded Dictionary of Bible Words — Nelson publishers.
This has great Greek and Hebrew word dictionaries, better than the normal Strong’s definitions. If you decide to use this, you will need the Bible text with Strong’s numbers to work along side it.
Online Bible tools:
http://www.searchgodsword.org/
http://www.blueletterbible.org/
http://www.biblegateway.com/
http://www.studylight.org/enc/isb/
Click here for the rest…
John 21 Using a concordance Bible study
Read 21: 15-19
Use a concordance to:
1. Find and define key Bible words with Hebrew and Greek definitions
2. Find multiple occurrences of the same word (not necessarily the English word equivalent, but the original word)
Why?
Because getting back to some of the original words and meanings brings out nuances of the text that are lost with word-for-word translations.
See rest of the study here…
Use a concordance to:
1. Find and define key Bible words with Hebrew and Greek definitions
2. Find multiple occurrences of the same word (not necessarily the English word equivalent, but the original word)
Why?
Because getting back to some of the original words and meanings brings out nuances of the text that are lost with word-for-word translations.
See rest of the study here…
Sunday, May 3, 2009
The Authority of God’s Word*
* Adapted from, Design for Discipleship Book Five: Foundations for Faith, Navpress
How do you see God’s word (Scripture)? Is the Bible just a collection of nice ideas written down for our perusal, or is it something more? How does your life relate to God’s word? Someone has said, “we do what we believe.” What do you believe about God’s word…and is that reflected in your life?
The Author
Q. How do the writers of Scripture attribute their words to God in these passages?
Deuteronomy 28:1-2 ________________________________________________
II Samuel 23:1-3 ___________________________________________________
Jeremiah 1:6-9 _____________________________________________________
1 Thessalonians 2:13 ________________________________________________
See the rest of the study
How do you see God’s word (Scripture)? Is the Bible just a collection of nice ideas written down for our perusal, or is it something more? How does your life relate to God’s word? Someone has said, “we do what we believe.” What do you believe about God’s word…and is that reflected in your life?
The Author
Q. How do the writers of Scripture attribute their words to God in these passages?
Deuteronomy 28:1-2 ________________________________________________
II Samuel 23:1-3 ___________________________________________________
Jeremiah 1:6-9 _____________________________________________________
1 Thessalonians 2:13 ________________________________________________
See the rest of the study
Bible study commitment for spending quality time with God
There's something about making a commitment that tends to solidify our resolve and encourage us to action. Join me in making a renewed commitment to spending quality time with God and His Word.
Click here for commitment card
Click here for commitment card
Going deeper with OBSERVING in Bible study
Read Matthew 6: 5-15 (NKJV)
When making observations, look for:
• Key words (circle our underline them)
• Repetition/patterns of words & phrases (circle and number them)
• Structure — look for groupings
• Contrasts and similarities (draw arrows)
• Good questions to ask
• define/look up key words
• Cross references to find other key relative passages
• Timeless truths
• Applications
• Attributes of God
• Warnings
See the rest of the study here…
When making observations, look for:
• Key words (circle our underline them)
• Repetition/patterns of words & phrases (circle and number them)
• Structure — look for groupings
• Contrasts and similarities (draw arrows)
• Good questions to ask
• define/look up key words
• Cross references to find other key relative passages
• Timeless truths
• Applications
• Attributes of God
• Warnings
See the rest of the study here…
Friday, May 1, 2009
Why is Bible Study So Important
Great article by Owen Weber of EzineArticles for why studying the Bible is so important!
A must-read.
See also "Why the Bible is so important to Christians" article on Lorain County FreeNet Chapel website.
A must-read.
See also "Why the Bible is so important to Christians" article on Lorain County FreeNet Chapel website.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Billy Graham IGNITED!
In the book Leadership Secrets of Billy Graham by By Harold Lawrence Myra, Marshall Shelley, there is a wonderful story of how young Billy became the Spirit filled, powerful preacher we know of today. In fact, the first chapter of the book, "IGNITING!" tells that story. I liked the title for obvious reasons! I think you will enjoy reading an excerpt from the book, which is partially online at this web address. (scroll to page 23 if it doesn't automatically take you there)
Saturday, April 25, 2009
"The Top 50 Books That Have Shaped Evangelicals"
Booklist worth checking out, by ChristianityToday online magazine
I was putting together a list of inspirational books for our class when I came upon this very excellent and more comprehensive list! It has been said that a student is only as great as his teacher. So, here's a library of some of the best and brightest "teachers" from which we can all learn from.
Another link to even more great books to stimulate your walk with God.
I was putting together a list of inspirational books for our class when I came upon this very excellent and more comprehensive list! It has been said that a student is only as great as his teacher. So, here's a library of some of the best and brightest "teachers" from which we can all learn from.
Another link to even more great books to stimulate your walk with God.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Going a little deeper with Bible study — ask more questions
• Asking good questions: Probe with questions, that if answered or thought through, will help you understand the text better. Don’t be afraid to ask really hard questions that you cannot answer at the time. Answers may come later. Asking and processing good questions help us to gain a greater understanding of the text.
Let’s look another text and ask some good questions.
Read Matthew 6: 5-14 NKJV
How many questions can you come up with from this old, well-known passage?
See the rest…
Let’s look another text and ask some good questions.
Read Matthew 6: 5-14 NKJV
How many questions can you come up with from this old, well-known passage?
See the rest…
HOW TO HAVE A BASIC, DEVOTIONAL BIBLE STUDY part II
In-class study & class discussion
Read Habakkuk 3:17-19 NKJV
1. What does it say?
Make observations; put it in your own words
2. What does it mean?
Make accurate interpretation
Read the rest…
Read Habakkuk 3:17-19 NKJV
1. What does it say?
Make observations; put it in your own words
2. What does it mean?
Make accurate interpretation
Read the rest…
Monday, April 13, 2009
BOOKMARK for How to Have a Basic Devotional Study
HOW TO HAVE A BASIC, DEVOTIONAL BIBLE STUDY
Bible study: Igniting a passion for God’s Word through effective Bible study practices and methods
(If you want to really go basic, skip down to number 3)
When READING God’s Word — ask these questions, preferably in this order:
1. What does it say?
• Make observations: be a careful “observer” of what is happening in the text or what is being taught. Trying making a list of things you are noticing.
• Try putting it in your own words — this really helps you to work at understanding what you are reading.
• Summarize it: If you read a chapter, summarize it in a sentence or two.
See the rest…
(If you want to really go basic, skip down to number 3)
When READING God’s Word — ask these questions, preferably in this order:
1. What does it say?
• Make observations: be a careful “observer” of what is happening in the text or what is being taught. Trying making a list of things you are noticing.
• Try putting it in your own words — this really helps you to work at understanding what you are reading.
• Summarize it: If you read a chapter, summarize it in a sentence or two.
See the rest…
A PLAN for success
Bible study: Igniting a passion for God’s Word through effective Bible study practices and methods
Here are some ideas to get you off on the right footing with your quiet times:
a. Make time for God.
Prioritize Him into our lives. We make time to eat, rest, play, work, etc. But for some reason we neglect the One whom life is all about — Jesus. Eternal God stepped into time, became a man, suffered and died for us on a cruel cross. He gave His whole life for us — surely we can make time for Him. Set apart a regular time to have a quality meeting with God. How much time? Ask the Lord to lead and help you in this.
You know, we basically make time for the things we really want to do. And Dr. David Jeremiah probably said it best with, “We have about as much of God as we really want.”
See the rest…
Here are some ideas to get you off on the right footing with your quiet times:
a. Make time for God.
Prioritize Him into our lives. We make time to eat, rest, play, work, etc. But for some reason we neglect the One whom life is all about — Jesus. Eternal God stepped into time, became a man, suffered and died for us on a cruel cross. He gave His whole life for us — surely we can make time for Him. Set apart a regular time to have a quality meeting with God. How much time? Ask the Lord to lead and help you in this.
You know, we basically make time for the things we really want to do. And Dr. David Jeremiah probably said it best with, “We have about as much of God as we really want.”
See the rest…
Why study the Bible?
Bible study: Igniting a passion for God’s Word through effective Bible study practices and methods
Why study the Bible?
Why have a Quiet time/Quality time with the Lord? 6 REASONS
1. Because we hear the voice of God through His word and prayer.
2. Because the Bible is living and active — it is Jesus the Christ (Jn1) — and when we spend time with the Word, we spend time with Him.
More…
Why study the Bible?
Why have a Quiet time/Quality time with the Lord? 6 REASONS
1. Because we hear the voice of God through His word and prayer.
2. Because the Bible is living and active — it is Jesus the Christ (Jn1) — and when we spend time with the Word, we spend time with Him.
More…
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Bible Study questionnaire — 17 questions
[This was originally a handout in class that was to be turned in]
The purpose of this questionnaire is for me to get a sense of what level to teach at for this class, on this particular topic. It will also help me to understand the kind of things you are interested in learning about and what are the best things to focus on.
• Do not feel overly self-conscious if you do not know the answer to one or all of the questions pertaining to Scripture knowledge — these questions are to give me some perspective — that’s all.
• Take as long as you need to fill it out within the class time.
• Please do not use the Bible or others as a source of help — this is to determine what you currently think and know — not what you wish you knew.
1. Who is known as “The father of faith”?
2. When did Abraham receive the 10 Commandments?
3. Who in the Bible is associated with fire, brimstone, and burning coals?
4. What was the “forbidden fruit” that Adam and Eve ate?
See the rest of the quiz…
The purpose of this questionnaire is for me to get a sense of what level to teach at for this class, on this particular topic. It will also help me to understand the kind of things you are interested in learning about and what are the best things to focus on.
• Do not feel overly self-conscious if you do not know the answer to one or all of the questions pertaining to Scripture knowledge — these questions are to give me some perspective — that’s all.
• Take as long as you need to fill it out within the class time.
• Please do not use the Bible or others as a source of help — this is to determine what you currently think and know — not what you wish you knew.
1. Who is known as “The father of faith”?
2. When did Abraham receive the 10 Commandments?
3. Who in the Bible is associated with fire, brimstone, and burning coals?
4. What was the “forbidden fruit” that Adam and Eve ate?
See the rest of the quiz…
Thursday, April 2, 2009
New IGNITED series beginning!
Bible study: Igniting a passion for God’s Word through effective Bible study practices and methods. Beginning April 5th, 2009.
We're going to cover things like: having an effective, basic Bible study; ideas for your quiet time; understanding the Bible as a complete story; how to understand the Scriptures in context; how to apply the Bible to your life; using a reading plan; discovering Bible study tools; going deeper with Greek and Hebrew study tools (an overview); inductive study; proper Scripture interpretation; an overview of best Bible translations to use for study; best ways to memorize the Scriptures; praying the Scriptures; and lots more!
We're going to cover things like: having an effective, basic Bible study; ideas for your quiet time; understanding the Bible as a complete story; how to understand the Scriptures in context; how to apply the Bible to your life; using a reading plan; discovering Bible study tools; going deeper with Greek and Hebrew study tools (an overview); inductive study; proper Scripture interpretation; an overview of best Bible translations to use for study; best ways to memorize the Scriptures; praying the Scriptures; and lots more!
8-10 How God speaks — final 3 categories
8. The Body of Christ — the church (1 Cor. 12:27; Romans 12:5; Ephesians 4:11-13)
God communicates through believers:
• with Wise counsel:
Prov. 1:5 (See also Prov. 12:15 Prov. 24:6)
Expect God to use other believers in your life to give you wise counsel.
• about Spiritual things that pertain to life and eternity:
Ephesians 4:11-13 (NKJV)
Read the rest of the lesson…
God communicates through believers:
• with Wise counsel:
Prov. 1:5 (See also Prov. 12:15 Prov. 24:6)
Expect God to use other believers in your life to give you wise counsel.
• about Spiritual things that pertain to life and eternity:
Ephesians 4:11-13 (NKJV)
Read the rest of the lesson…
Saturday, March 21, 2009
7 CIRCUMSTANCES AND EVENTS Part 2
God speaks through circumstances & events: God’s sovereignty
Begin with: Ex. “What happens when Almighty God calls you house?”
(BP Story 12/27/01: a pastor cites this urban legend in his sermon)
We’ve heard a wonderful story about God’s sovereignty from last week. Let’s take a look at this from another perspective — where God allows pain and hardship into a person’s life for good.
For example: One of my extended family members had a catastrophic accident to his leg one day. A large, heavy spool of industrial electrical wire (like on electrical lines), fell on his leg and ankle — shattering it in several places. He did not know if he would ever walk again, and had to have steel rods and pins inserted into his bones. He told me one day, that he knew absolutely that God had a purpose for that accident…
Read the rest of the story and study
Begin with: Ex. “What happens when Almighty God calls you house?”
(BP Story 12/27/01: a pastor cites this urban legend in his sermon)
We’ve heard a wonderful story about God’s sovereignty from last week. Let’s take a look at this from another perspective — where God allows pain and hardship into a person’s life for good.
For example: One of my extended family members had a catastrophic accident to his leg one day. A large, heavy spool of industrial electrical wire (like on electrical lines), fell on his leg and ankle — shattering it in several places. He did not know if he would ever walk again, and had to have steel rods and pins inserted into his bones. He told me one day, that he knew absolutely that God had a purpose for that accident…
Read the rest of the story and study
7 CIRCUMSTANCES AND EVENTS Part 1
God speaks through circumstances and events — that is, through God’s sovereignty
God may choose to communicate His voice and movement in your life through nearly imperceptible means. You may see God’s divine orchestration after the fact.
Q. How do you know you are where you’re supposed to be in life — In your career? What led you to that conclusion?
Q. Have you ever thought or asked God: Have I missed my calling? Am I where I’m supposed to be? Did I make the right career choice? Did I marry the right woman/man? Did that choice derail me from God’s plan?
If you have asked those questions to God — how did He respond? Do you know for sure His answer?
Q. Have you ever asked questions like these: Did that misfortune or loss keep me from God’s best? How can God work good (Rom. 8:28) out my great loss? Life hasn’t turned out like I expected, what is God up to?
Read the rest of the study…
God may choose to communicate His voice and movement in your life through nearly imperceptible means. You may see God’s divine orchestration after the fact.
Q. How do you know you are where you’re supposed to be in life — In your career? What led you to that conclusion?
Q. Have you ever thought or asked God: Have I missed my calling? Am I where I’m supposed to be? Did I make the right career choice? Did I marry the right woman/man? Did that choice derail me from God’s plan?
If you have asked those questions to God — how did He respond? Do you know for sure His answer?
Q. Have you ever asked questions like these: Did that misfortune or loss keep me from God’s best? How can God work good (Rom. 8:28) out my great loss? Life hasn’t turned out like I expected, what is God up to?
Read the rest of the study…
Monday, March 9, 2009
5 and 6 VISIONS AND DREAMS
God speaks through visions and dreams
READ: Acts 2:17-21 (NKJV)
Key verse 17
5. Visions (generally awake) — “An experience in the life of a person, whereby a special revelation from God was perceived.” (Holman Bible Dictionary, C.1991, p.1396)
Read the rest of the lesson here…
READ: Acts 2:17-21 (NKJV)
Key verse 17
5. Visions (generally awake) — “An experience in the life of a person, whereby a special revelation from God was perceived.” (Holman Bible Dictionary, C.1991, p.1396)
Read the rest of the lesson here…
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
4. God’s word — the Bible: part II — God’s word is living and active
Hebrews 4:12 “For the word of God is living and powerful” (it’s active!)
Read Psalm 103 (NIV)
1. God’s word SPEAKS to us today, as fresh and RELEVANT as it was when it was originally spoken
2. Personalize God’s word when you read it — because He means it for you today.
See complete lesson and Pastor Duane Miller story here.
Read Psalm 103 (NIV)
1. God’s word SPEAKS to us today, as fresh and RELEVANT as it was when it was originally spoken
2. Personalize God’s word when you read it — because He means it for you today.
See complete lesson and Pastor Duane Miller story here.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Hearing God through Bible toilet paper story
This is an amazing story that Ravi Zacharias retells from one of his trips to Vietnam. God, in His wonderful sovereignty, can even speak powerfully through soiled Bible pages.
Read story "Hien Pham: A Man Set Apart"
Read story "Hien Pham: A Man Set Apart"
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
4. God’s word, the Bible — speaks!
HOW GOD SPEAKS:
The Bible: is the most sure, reliable, safe way we can know God’s voice. All other “communication channels” need to be tested against God’s word of truth.
Hebrews 4:12-13 (NKJV)
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NKJV)
God’s Word:
1. Is living! (a living plant vs a rock — Bible vs any other book)
2. Is powerful! (God’s word has energy in it — it is active! — like an active ingredient in a medicine or toothpaste)
3. Is an extremely sharp two-edged sword! (see also Eph. 6:17)
• It is a weapon of battle — soldiers could pierce armor with a sharp, pointy, 2-edged sword. The Holy Spirit uses the word of God to battle falsehood, deception, pride, sin, spiritual uncleanness, etc.
• It is so sharp that it can open up any part of our flesh or spirit and expose what is there.
Click here for the rest of the lesson…
The Bible: is the most sure, reliable, safe way we can know God’s voice. All other “communication channels” need to be tested against God’s word of truth.
Hebrews 4:12-13 (NKJV)
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NKJV)
God’s Word:
1. Is living! (a living plant vs a rock — Bible vs any other book)
2. Is powerful! (God’s word has energy in it — it is active! — like an active ingredient in a medicine or toothpaste)
3. Is an extremely sharp two-edged sword! (see also Eph. 6:17)
• It is a weapon of battle — soldiers could pierce armor with a sharp, pointy, 2-edged sword. The Holy Spirit uses the word of God to battle falsehood, deception, pride, sin, spiritual uncleanness, etc.
• It is so sharp that it can open up any part of our flesh or spirit and expose what is there.
Click here for the rest of the lesson…
HOW GOD SPEAKS: 10 CATEGORIES
1. God directly spoke with a manifest presence, in very clear, powerful ways
• “The word of the Lord came to… saying…”
• God appearing and speaking to Moses in the tent of meeting
• To Adam & Eve in the garden; to Abraham as one of 3 men; to Elijah;
• Christ, God incarnate, spoke during His earthly ministry, and a few times after
He ascended (Ex. Hebrews 1:1-2; to Paul Acts 9:1-6; 23:10-11; the testimony of Charles Stanley)
Click here for 2-10…
• “The word of the Lord came to… saying…”
• God appearing and speaking to Moses in the tent of meeting
• To Adam & Eve in the garden; to Abraham as one of 3 men; to Elijah;
• Christ, God incarnate, spoke during His earthly ministry, and a few times after
He ascended (Ex. Hebrews 1:1-2; to Paul Acts 9:1-6; 23:10-11; the testimony of Charles Stanley)
Click here for 2-10…
Sunday, January 11, 2009
SCRIPTURE references for How God spoke in the past
How did God speak/communicate in each of these situations?
Abraham
Genesis 12:1 — “the Lord said” = apparently God spoke directly to Abram
Click here for other verses associated with this study.
Abraham
Genesis 12:1 — “the Lord said” = apparently God spoke directly to Abram
Click here for other verses associated with this study.
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