The importance of understanding the history and context of Scripture Part 7
It’s easy to read the New Testament in personal Bible study, without understanding how it’s interwoven with the Old Testament. But reading just half the Bible gives us only half the story!
Find out why the Old Testament isn’t outdated Part 6
The Bible includes both the Old Testament and the New Testament. But, if we’re honest, most of us gravitate toward the New in our personal Bible study. Let's refresh our perspective on the complete Bible.
Does God control everything? Or do people have the freedom to make choices? Part 5
For centuries, this riddle has befuddled the most educated theologians in the world. Today we'll grapple over this great mystery: Does God control everything? Or do people have the freedom to make choices?
The importance of decision making, especially when it involves our relationship with God Part 4
Choosing to accept or reject Christ is the most important decision a person makes. It not only affects life here on earth, but all of eternity, as well!
Discover how the home environment affects the decision to follow God Part 3
No two families are alike. Whether you grew up in a home founded on faith, or never attended church as a youngster, God is still at work in every life!
Taking a moment to adjust your priorities Part 2
The God-given responsibility entrusted to moms and dads includes caring for a child’s physical, emotional and spiritual development. Unfortunately, in our fast-paced lifestyles, providing spiritual guidance and nourishment takes a back seat to basic necessities.
Let’s look to the Scriptures for guidance as we pass down our faith to the next generation Part 1
It’s the hope of every Christian parent to instill faith in their child. We want to teach them through our actions and words to trust God’s promises!
Let’s look to the beloved Psalm 23 for hope for our future Part 10
When you think about next week, next year, or even the next decade, what do you hope for? What do you fear? Together with the author, we can say, “Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life.”
Recognizing the Shepherd’s generosity and expressing gratitude, even when we don’t feel like it! Part 9
Have you ever had one of those days where you were down about everything? Complaints came naturally and the outlook was dark? Let's look at the phrase in the 23rd Psalm that says, “My cup runs over.”
Looking at the enemies that surround us, and the provision of an all-powerful God Part 8
Haddon Robinson continues a study in Psalm 23, and comes to the phrase, “you prepare a table for me in the presence of my enemies.” Join us for a lesson in trusting the Shepherd.
Don’t miss this descriptive analogy of the 23rd Psalm Part 7
What kind of animal would you consider to be courageous? A lion? An eagle? Whatever creature we put in that category, it certainly wouldn’t be a sheep! The 23rd Psalm calls us sheep. And following the Shepherd takes courage!
What valleys have you been through lately? Have you seen the Shepherd at work? Part 6
The 23rd Psalm talks about a “valley of the shadow of death.” It refers to the narrow and dangerous places that a shepherd would lead his sheep through to get to green pastures. Let's study Psalm 23.
An eye-opening passage, as we learn that humans are a lot like sheep Part 5
Let's continue this week’s Bible study in Psalm 23. We’re easily frightened, we lose our way, and we often wander from the Shepherd.
Discover the “still waters” in Psalm 23 for help in our exhausted, harried world Part 4
Refreshment is hard to come by. Deep, soothing peace that affects us at the deepest level. And yet, that’s exactly what we’re promised as children of God!
You won’t want to miss an invitation to rest! Part 3
Are you a worrier? Do you find it hard to let go and simply rest? Haddon Robinson gives a wake-up call to anyone who finds themselves churning over their circumstance and it comes in the form of a Psalm.
