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What are the Differences Between Exegesis and Eisegesis? Which Should I Use?

When a pastor gives a sermon, should he only use exegesis as opposed to eisegesis? What exactly are exegesis and eisegesis and what’s the difference between the two? What is Exegesis? The word “exegesis” comes from an ancient Greek word and means “to lead out.” The goal of exegesis is to draw the true meaning […]

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30 Days to Understanding the Bible: A Book Review

by Jack Wellman

The book, 30 Days to Understanding the Bible by Dr. Max Anders, will do just what the title says; help you understand the Bible better, and do it in only 30 days. Why the Book? Knowing Dr. Anders’ background, and the fact that he was originally part of the series, Walk Through the Bible Ministries, […]

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Why Studying Prophecy Can Take Our Eyes Off Jesus

by Jack Wellman

Is it possible that studying prophecy can take our eyes off of Jesus? Prophecy The word “prophecy” is from the Greek word “prophēteia” which means “a discourse emanating from divine inspiration and declaring the purposes of God,” so prophecy is not always speaking about the future but can be, as the verb form “prophēteuō” indicates, […]

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Bible Character Study on Barnabas

by David Peach

Barnabas is a man who was very instrumental in the spread of the Gospel in the early days of the church. Yet, he is not as well known as Paul who we consider to be the first, and greatest, missionary in church history. Of course God could have used someone else to facilitate Paul’s introduction […]

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Bible Verses About Confidence: 21 Scripture Quotes

by Daryl Evans

The definition of the word confidence according to Webster’s dictionary is “faith or belief that one will act in a right, proper, or effective way.” That definition shows the importance of confidence in the life of a follower of Jesus Christ. People that know the Lord should live differently than the rest of the world. […]

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What Does The Bible Say About Dating and Courtship?

by Derek Hill

Dating is an idea that I have not found in the Bible. Pursuing a spouse and courtship, although not specifically worded in the Bible, are found in quite a few places. How are we to date and court someone in the culture we live in today? Well, let’s look at the culture back in the […]

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Is There Really Power in Positive Thinking? A Bible Study

by Crystal McDowell

There is power in positive thinking, but not as the world believes in—natural, earthly, and carnal ways of getting our way. The power in positive thinking for the believer is rooted in what we believe about God and His word. How do believers attain the power of God for positive thinking? Philippians 4:8 gives us […]

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Bible Verses for New Believers To Memorize and Study

by Daryl Evans

One fascinating story from the life of Jesus comes early on during Jesus earthly ministry. Jesus has just been baptized by John and then He goes into the desert and fasts and prays for 40 days. Satan comes to tempt Him. Jesus was fully God but also fully man and He would have been certainly […]

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Bible Study on Joy: 7 Things You Need To Know

by Robert Driskell

The word ‘joy’ is defined by Merriam-Webster as, “the emotion evoked by well-being, success, or good fortune or by the prospect of possessing what one desires…the expression or exhibition of such emotion…a state of happiness” . Let us look at the biblical understanding of ‘joy’. Worldly Joy Is Fickle And Temporary The joy that the […]

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Daniel In The Den Of Lions Bible Story Summary

by David Peach

One of the most loved stories from the Old Testament is the story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den. The whole story of Daniel starts when he was just a young boy. However, by the time Daniel was cast into the lion’s den he was an old man. Many things happened in Daniel’s life, but […]

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