Bible Study Habit 6
Romans 12:11 11. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Devotional Keep Going! In this plan, we’ve looked at the core habits of following Jesus: Other habits are helpful, but the three core habits matter most. They’re like playing scales on the piano or shooting baskets in basketball. Besides […]
SUFFERING AND INTERCESSION
SUFFERING AND INTERCESSION OPEN IT: Of all the people you’ve ever known, who has suffered the most and what did they suffer from? Romans 8:18-27 18. I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. 19. For the creation waits in eager expectation for the […]
Bible Study Habit 5
Romans 15:5-6 NIV May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Devotional Study Habit 5: Tips on Worshiping and Belonging Here’s […]
DEATH AND THE AFTERLIFE
2 Corinthians 5:1-10 OPEN IT: Have you, or anyone that you’ve known, claimed to have an “out of body” experience when close to death? What do you think about such claims? DIG INTO IT: 1. Read 2 Cor. 5:1-5 and answer the following questions: 1. For we know that if the earthly tent we live […]
Bible Study Habit 4
Hebrews 10:24-25 And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Devotional Core Habit #3: Worship and Belong Many today think the […]
OVERCOMING SIN
James 1:13-15,18; 1 John 5:4-5; Rom. 8:8-9 OPEN IT: What was one of your biggest struggles as a teenager? DIG INTO IT: 1. Read James 1:13-15 and answer the following questions: 13. When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; 14. […]
Bible Study Habit 2
Bible Study Habit 2 2 Timothy 3:16-17 16. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17. so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. Devotional Core Habit #1: Tips on Engaging the Bible Here are some more tips on building a […]
Bible Study Habit 1
Psalms 1:2 but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. Core Habit #1: Engage the Bible Reading or listening to absorb the Bible is crucial for spiritual growth. Donald Whitney, a leading teacher on spiritual disciples, writes, “No Spiritual Discipline is more important than […]
Bible Study Habits Overview
Philippians 2:12-13 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Devotional The Power of […]
EXAMINING THE SCRIPTURE
2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Pet. 1:20-21 OPEN IT: What is the best book you have ever read, other than the Bible? What made it the “best”? Case for Christ, On Being a Preacher, Total Forgiveness DIG INTO IT: 1. Read 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and answer the following questions: 16. All Scripture is God-breathed and is […]