"The Peter came and said to [Jesus], "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" (Matthew 18.21, NASB) Have you ever felt like Peter? Has anyone ever wronged you so many times that you think to yourself, "I can't forgive ___________ anymore!!!" Peter's question continues to… Continue reading Forgiven & Forgiving: July 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
Author: Elihu
Fight the Good Fight: June 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
Mark Twain wrote, "It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog." In the fight to remain faithful and share the saving truth of the gospel, you must not be intimidated by the strength or size of the enemy (Satan). It may seem like everyone… Continue reading Fight the Good Fight: June 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
Go Fish: May 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
What is a disciple? According to Strong's Concordance, a disciple (from the Greek mathétés) is a "learner or pupil." Jesus original disciples were supposed to learn directly from Him, but they were not intended to be His only disciples. When he initially called them to follow Him, He informed them of what they would become:… Continue reading Go Fish: May 2024 Scripture Writing Plan
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
