How To Accurately Interpret The Figurative Language Used In The Bible Part 36
We use figurative speech all the time to help emphasize a point we’re trying to get across. We’d recognize a touch of exaggeration in a statement like “She’s been gone forever,” and interpret it without hesitation.
The Use Of Figurative Language In The Bible, And How To Interpret It Effectively Part 35
When you hear the expression “It’s raining cats and dogs,” you don’t run to the window expecting to see animals falling from the sky! It’s just a figure of speech—common to our modern English language.
Bible Narratives . . . How To Interpret And Apply Them To Our Lives Part 33
Is the Bible a history book . . . showing us only what’s past? Or can the lessons in the Scriptures be as current as today’s newspaper?
See How The Story Of Ruth Teaches Life-lessons That Can Be Used Today Part 31
Narratives make up a majority of the Scriptures. But often, these stories don’t provide a checklist of lessons we’re to learn from them.
Tools To Getting The Most Out Of Narrative Accounts For Your Bible Study Part 30
Part of the magic in storytelling is drawing the listener, or reader in, and giving them an active part in what the characters are going through. When that happens, we’re able to apply the truths of the story to our own lives.
Learn Important Tools To You Help Get The Most Out Of Bible Study Part 28
Some anecdotes in the Bible are straightforward . . . where the application is crystal clear. But other passages are ambiguous . . . leaving more questions than answers. Let's dissect two such examples from Scripture.
The Scriptures Come Alive When We Read The Powerful Message Of God To His People Part 26
Every family has a story to tell . . . a history that’s passed down from generation to generation. And the story of God’s family is no different! Explore some of these personal moments in the Bible.
See How The Psalms Can Soften Your Heart Part 25
Music has the power to lift your spirits and get you through a difficult day. It often helps us express emotions we can’t put into words. Take a look at the Psalms. The benefits of studying these poetic passages are a lot like the power of music in our lives.
An Old Testament Psalm That Shows Remarkable Transparency With God Part 24
Ever find yourself trying to be on your “best behavior” when you pray? Wanting to say the right things . . . and finding it hard to be completely open and honest with God?
A Lesson In Learning How To Study The Bible On Your Own Part 23
Few things in life are more important than learning how to engage in the Scriptures . . . in order to hear God’s message just for you. And right now . . . we’re learning to appreciate the Psalms.
Practical Tips On How To Comprehend The Important Passages Of Old Testament Poetry Part 22
The Psalms in the Old Testament are eloquent expressions of the heart . . . but sometimes the writer’s words are tough to understand!
Hear The Beautiful Expressions Of Listeners' Psalms Part 21
If you were asked to take a pen and paper . . . and write out the psalm of your life . . . what words would you choose to express your heart to God? Well, that was the challenge given to men and women just like you.
The Heartfelt Psalms Of Fellow Listeners Part 19
Hear several inspirational psalms . . . written, not by David . . . but by radio listeners just like you! All of us have a psalm hidden in our hearts just waiting to be written.
A Practical Lesson On Hebrew Poetry . . . Even Some Tips On How To Write Our Own Psalms Part 18
Did you know that half of the Old Testament is written in poetic language? And yet, few of us have the expertise on how to fully appreciate the elegance and depth of these sometimes-mysterious passages.
