Where Do We See Plagues in the Bible? Plagues can be seen and understood through two lenses, the noun and the verb. When defining the noun, the dictionary says, “a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and kills many people, an unusually large number of insects or animals infesting a place and causing damage; a thing causing trouble or irritation

Having no equivalent in English that captures the whole spectrum of meaning, translators focused on a specific aspect of koinonia in each context. Acts 2 focuses on the relationship among believers while 2 Cor 9 uses koinonia to express generosity in community. Paul also uses koinonia to describe the way he identifies with Christ’s sufferings. John

1. Hosanna Means "Save, Please!" “Please Lord, please save us. Please, Lord, please give us success” (Psalm 118:25).The Hebrew word, “hoshi’a na,” is translated in Greek as “(h)osanna.” In English, we known it as “hosanna.” The original intent of the scripture is “Save!” It is viewed as a plea for help. It’s as if we were yelling “stop!” at someone

3 Lessons from the Parable of the Prodigal SonGod Forgives (And We Should Too)Part of the conflict in the parable is not just the younger son’s sinful behavior. The older son experienced jealousy at the sight of the younger son being celebrated. We know that covetousness is an experience God considers sin and commands we not do (Exodus 20:17). We a

Is Jesus the Balm of Gilead in the New Testament?Like those of Jeremiah’s time, the people in the New Testament were a wayward people as well. The same people who had praised Jesus’ name and covered His path with palm fronds on Palm Sunday were the same ones to cry “Crucify Him” a week later on Good Friday. Just as the people of Judah were told by

This resurrection is bodily. They are rising from their graves, not as ghosts, but in physical form. We can ask many questions about how this bodily resurrection occurs and what we might look like. But the Scripture does not answer all our questions. What it does do is hold out hope that someday we will be reunited with our bodies.The fifteenth cha

Sadly, the idea of depending on someone may look like a weakness itself to our society. We love to come across as strong, independent, and self-reliant, needing nothing and no one. It is true that humans are strong and intelligent—but this type of independent mentality is frowned upon in God’s eyes. And our strength is nothing to boast about, becau

What Does "Ye of Little Faith" Mean? To understand this statement completely we need to put the scenario in full context. If you read the verses prior to this one you will notice that Jesus had recently finished preaching the sermon on the mount. Immediately after coming down from the mountainside the disciples witnessed Jesus perform many miracles

Josiah: The Boy King The story of Josiah is one of the most powerful and encouraging stories in all of Scripture. Josiah became the king of Judah at the ripe young age of eight. He succeeded his father, who was king before him. We read of his father Amon: “And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, as his father Manasseh did. And he

What Is a Disciple? The word disciple simply means to be a student or a follower. A true disciple of Christ is one who has committed themselves to learn from and follow Jesus Christ. To be a true follower of Christ there must be a commitment to learn what he has said. There is also however a commitment to do what he has said. If all you do is read

When was the last time you did that? I believe if you will do that, you will often see the plank in your eye.3. RelaxWhen I was younger, I used to be very dogmatic. My convictions were right and you couldn’t tell me otherwise. My interpretation of Scripture was right. My viewpoint on any gray areas in Scripture was right.What an arrogant and foolis

How to Memorize Scripture: 5 Effective Tips Use the following steps to aid in memorizing Scripture. These methods are not the only way, or only order to utilize them in, but simply methods meant to aid us in writing more of God’s Word on our hearts than we ever thought possible. It’s amazing how, at just the right moment, a verse I forgot I had eve

Prayer to Rebuke UnforgivenessDear Heavenly Father, I come to You today with a heavy heart, the weight of the unforgiveness hanging on me. I pray that You would help me to let go of this burden that I have been carrying for far too long. Remind me how much you love and care for me, as well as, how much I have been forgiven. In Your Precious Name,

Visualize: God created you with an incredible imagination to see, sense, feel and create new realities in your mind before they ever come into the physical realm. It’s one of the primary ways we co-labor with the Holy Spirit to release His Kingdom in and through our lives. As you are replacing and reinforcing new thoughts based on God’s Word, imagi

One wonders why Hilkiah wasn’t up to the task himself. In all of Israel, who heard the voice of God more clearly than the high priest? Who was more qualified to be God’s mouthpiece to the king?Answer:A woman—the prophetess Huldah, who delivered God’s word to Josiah.She prophesied disaster on the nation for forsaking God, but she prophesied a reign

What Is Paul's Message of Romans? Romans is one of the great doctrinal books of the New Testament. Tony Evans described it as “the constitution of the church.” Romans gives us a clear understanding of the power of the gospel. It also lets us know of the great chasm between the sinfulness of man and the righteousness of God.Romans gives you a greate

What Is Glory? If we wake to breathe, we’re meant to live out this day for the glory of God. “One of the great ways God glorifies himself,” wrote David Vandrunen, “is by calling and enabling us, his people, to glorify him through our holy conduct.”Secularly, glory is defined by Merriam-Webster as “praise, honor, or distinction extended by common co

10 Reasons Prayer is Important for ChristiansPrayer is important for Christians because prayer opens communication with God.Prayer strengthens our faith and trust in God.Prayer has the ability to help bring other people closer to God.Prayer is an act of obedience. God calls us to pray.Prayer allows us to intercede on behalf of another person.Prayer

Timothy 1:7 says, “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”Thoughts help to form the reality experienceGod created us with a vivid and powerful imagination that produces images, thoughts, and feelings in order for us to co-labor with Him in line with our assignment in His Kingdom. The degree

4. God Does Not Misunderstand“For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever. Amen” (Romans 11:36).Have you ever felt like someone completely misunderstood what you did or said? God cannot misunderstand. He knows the deepest thoughts and intents of your heart. He knows your motives, and your desires.He doesn’t try t