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Bible Review: KJV Large Print Center-Column Reference Bible

This beautiful King James Version of the Bible released by Thomas Nelson would make a lovely gift for the Bible student who loves this translation. The Bible features red-letter text for Jesus' words, an excellent center-column reference, and a brief introduction to each book of the Bible. Pros Beautiful Exterior. This bible features a nicely… Continue reading Bible Review: KJV Large Print Center-Column Reference Bible

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Magnify the Lord: Scripture Writing Plan April 2024

Have you ever gazed into a microscope to explore the structure of a cell (which is invisible to the naked eye)? Have you ever used a telescope to gaze at Saturn or Jupiter? Have you ever used a magnifying glass to read fine print? A microscope, a telescope, and a magnifying glass each use different… Continue reading Magnify the Lord: Scripture Writing Plan April 2024

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Bible Review: NASB Wide-Margin Bible

I recently received a copy of Zondervan's new NASB Wide-Margin Bible. The wide-margin feature provides ample room for observations and notes as you read through your New American Standard Bible version. My copy has a Leathersoft (TM) cover that lays flat nicely and contains two bookmarks (which is especially helpful when flipping between passages!). The edition I… Continue reading Bible Review: NASB Wide-Margin Bible

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Surpassing Grace: March 2024 Scripture Writing Plan

Children—particularly little children—are more responsive to adults who are willing to speak with them face to face by crouching down to their height. There is something about that simple gesture that invites connection. As adults, we are often inclined to show kindness and favor to small children because they are weaker than we are and… Continue reading Surpassing Grace: March 2024 Scripture Writing Plan

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Abundant Mercy: Scripture Writing Plan February 2024

Have you ever been punished and knew you deserved it? How did you feel about your punishment? Were you resentful? Upset? Resigned? On the flip side, have you deserved punishment and been spared? How did it feel? Were you relieved? Grateful? Or did you take it for granted? How one receives both justice and mercy… Continue reading Abundant Mercy: Scripture Writing Plan February 2024

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God is My Refuge: January 2024 Scripture Writing Plan

Every so often, we get raging thunderstorms in Texas. Instead of a light sheet of rain, it's as if someone decided to dump a river over a few square miles in 10 minutes. Wind and hail tear things to pieces. Lightning shoots across the sky. Thunder roars. When such a storm strikes, you don't want… Continue reading God is My Refuge: January 2024 Scripture Writing Plan

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Redeemed: December 2023 Scripture Writing Plan

She had lost her husband. She had debts to pay. She was on the brink of disaster. As a means of reclaiming what he was owed, the creditor was on his way over to take her two children into slavery. In desperation, this widow cried out to Elisha, the prophet, for help. He had her… Continue reading Redeemed: December 2023 Scripture Writing Plan

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The Effective Prayer (part 2) November 2023 scripture writing plan

"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." James 5.16, ESV Every relationship requires communication. In your job, effective communication affects the performance of the company. In your family, it affects the atmosphere… Continue reading The Effective Prayer (part 2) November 2023 scripture writing plan

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The Effective Prayer: Scripture Writing Plan October 2023

"Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." James 5.16, ESV Every follower of Christ knows prayer is an important facet of their life, but to what extent do you and I apply that knowledge? How… Continue reading The Effective Prayer: Scripture Writing Plan October 2023

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“That You May Know…” Scripture Writing Plan September 2023

Have you ever received an important letter in the mail? Maybe that letter had a fancy wax seal on the envelope. Maybe the paper inside had an expensive, linen feel, a watermark on the stationary, or even an embossed seal on the page.  In short, it had distinct indicators of importance. God’s signs and wonders… Continue reading “That You May Know…” Scripture Writing Plan September 2023