Happy New Year! In our last visit I encouraged you to embark on an adventure, committing yourself to read through the Bible during the next two years. Read it through…
If you haven’t taken up the challenge I’ve shared to read through the Bible over the next two years, let me again encourage you to Read it through in two! …
If you’ve started reading the book of Genesis let me give you a practical principle you’ll find throughout the book. Keep it in mind as you continue to read 2…
The first two chapters of Genesis focus on creation. God is seen as predating creation. He is the great creator, creating the heavens and earth out of nothing. He created…
In our last study we found that God created man and woman. Both bore the image of God and were commissioned to be faithful stewards of life, relationships, and the…
Often when reading the Bible you come to a section which you might want to skip because it’s merely a list of names or events without much human interest. Genesis…
When you read Genesis 11 did you notice what I call an impact thought based on Genesis 11 which describes the building of the tower of Babel? God told Adam and…
When you read Genesis chapters 12-14 notice the repeated use of the word “bless”. In 12:2-3 the word is found 4 times. In 14:19-20 it’s mentioned 3 times. The focus…
While reading Genesis 15 I noticed an impact statement. It grabbed my attention because I remember it being referred to directly and indirectly throughout the Bible. God promised Abram He…
Genesis 18 affords us the opportunity to do a chapter study. I felt a fitting title for this chapter would be: Serving others has unexpected rewards. The key verse is…
In our last visit we studied Genesis 18 using a chapter study approach. Give the chapter a title and choose a key verse. Then state a significant truth, look up…
Proverbs 14: 34 says, “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” In Genesis 18 Abraham prayed that the first part of that proverb be fulfilled…
There are many applications we can make from a study of Abraham’s life. His pathway to a mature faith started with hearing God’s call and responding obediently by faith. If…
The Bible tells us, the sins of fathers are visited upon their children to the 3rd and 4th generation. This doesn’t mean God sets out to punish children for their…
Jacob became a changed man after he had that in-depth encounter with the Lord on his way to meeting his brother Esau. In fact, it’s interesting to read about his…
A recurring theme in Genesis is the matter of a parent’s blessing. You see it in Noah’s blessing on Shem and Japheth in Genesis 9:26-27. You see it again in…
The life of Joseph presents a refreshing change, compared to his ancestors and siblings. He wasn’t perfect and he appeared to be spoiled by his father, but when put to…
Let’s do an inductive study of the first 5 chapters of Exodus. To do this, first discover what it says. Then determine what it means. Finally, answer the question, What…
As you read the opening chapters of Exodus notice two recurring phrases. Moses repeatedly told Pharaoh, “God says, ‘Let my people go!’” The other phrase has to do with hardening…
When God delivered the Israelites from their bondage in Egypt He had four things in mind. First, He wanted to free them from their fierce bondage and suffering and bring…
If you were a news reporter writing an article about the battle described in Exodus 17:8-16 you’d want to answer these questions: Who? What? When? Where? Why? and How? The…
In our last visit we discussed leadership and delegation. In Exodus 18 another aspect of delegation is highlighted. Moses was visited by his father-in-law, Jethro. He saw how Moses was…
We’ve used a number of study methods to understand what Moses learned about leadership in Exodus 17 and 18. Whatever study approach you use, the final step is to develop…
I’m always amazed when I find myself focusing on negative things rather than positive. In reading the 10 commandments in Exodus 20, I never noticed the positive promise in verse…
When reading Exodus 21-23 it’s clear that God wants justice to prevail, no matter what the circumstances might be in the society in which you live. Let’s do a "4S"…
In our last visit we started a “4’s” (step) study of Exodus 21-23. We spread out the information in those chapters, then sorted and structured that information into an outline. …
God is concerned about our walk, behavior, and the way we relate to circumstances and others around us. But of even greater importance is how we relate to Him. So…
The tabernacle as described in Exodus 25 and following was designed to be the focal point in the life of the people of Israel. The cost of the materials alone,…
In our last study we noted the details in how God wanted to be worshipped. If we’re to worship Him aright we must follow His instructions, not presume that whatever…
As we come to the close of Exodus we see the essence of true worship unfold before us. The tabernacle and furniture were built. Priests were prepared to serve. There…
We’ve been doing a focus and amplify study of the last half of the book of Exodus. The focus we determined was: True Worship is both humbling and exhilarating. We…
If you’ve listened to this program since the beginning of the year you know I’ve encouraged listeners to commit to reading through the Bible over the next two years. To…
When reading Leviticus the repeated detailed requirements for the sacrifices might get you bogged down. It’s important to note some of the characteristics. The animal to be sacrificed was to…
An impression you might have while reading Leviticus is rules, rules and more rules. This seems like living life in a straight-jacket. It seems too restrictive, taking all the fun…
In our last study we focused on the importance of recognizing that all of the regulations God set down for our behavior are designed to lead us into a full…
I’ve been encouraging you since the beginning of this year to take up the challenge of reading through the Bible over the next two years: read it through in two. …
In the priestly blessing found in Numbers 6:24-26 you find the secret of having the name of God put on you and becoming the recipient of His blessing. The focus…
Do you ever wish the guidance of God was as clear and seemingly simple as it was for the Israelites in their desert wandering’s. In Numbers 9:15-23 it says that…
As I was reading the book of Numbers, chapters 10-20, I sensed there were some lessons to be learned about leadership. Moses faced formidable challenges as he sought to lead…
In our last visit we began a topical study on leadership based on the experiences of Moses in Numbers 10-20. We collected information on leadership and correlated it into an…
In our last study we tried to understand some keys to effective leadership in team dynamics. Now let’s look at personal dynamics in leadership. Moses is a good case study. …
We’ve been doing a topical study on the Keys to Effective Leadership. We’ve considered Team Dynamics and Personal Dynamics. Now let’s look at Divine Dynamics in Effective Leadership. The first…
When considering the Keys to Effective Leadership as seen in the experiences of Moses in Numbers 10-20, there are some practical applications that can readily be made to almost anyone’s…
As we continue reading through the Bible take special note of Numbers 21 because it’s used by Jesus in His conversation with Nicodemus. John 3:4-15 highlights the importance of the…
While reading Numbers 22-24 you’ll encounter the prophet Balaam who had a divided heart. You’ll find additional information in chapter 31. Check your concordance for other references where he is…
In our last study we began a biographical study of Balaam, referred to in Numbers 22-24. We collected information about him, correlated it into an outline, and amplified the first…
While doing a biographical study of Balaam we established an outline under the title: True Prophecies, False Prophet. After developing the outline the final step in our study is to…
I have been encouraging you since the beginning of this year to take up the challenge of reading through the Bible over the next two years, reading on average two…
In Deuteronomy 6 you’ll find how to walk with God. We’ve already seen in our last study that where God guides He provides. How can we order our lives in…
In Deuteronomy 9 Moses reaffirms God’s promise to go before the Israelites into the Promised Land to dispossess, through them, nations greater and stronger than they are. He warns them…
Have you noticed how often Moses reminds the Israelites to “Remember” in the Book of Deuteronomy. They are to remember God’s promise, His provision, His faithfulness and grace. They’re also…
One of the things that interested me in my reading of Deuteronomy is found in chapter 17, beginning with v. 14. Moses anticipates a day, after Israel conquers the Promised…
I was fascinated by the instructions Moses gave in Deuteronomy 20:1-9 to prepare an army for going to war. Let’s do a “4 S” study of this. First, spread the…
When God gave Israel final instructions before they entered the Promised Land He shared truth about marriage. Marriage and the family are strategic in any society. Deuteronomy 20:13-30 affirms the…
What you do first with whatever is entrusted to you indicates where you are in your relationship with God. That’s why the Israelites were instructed in Deuteronomy 26 to take…
On a number of occasions Moses composed songs to celebrate victories, to worship God and to impress on the minds and emotions of the Israelites truth to be remembered. …
In our last visit we began a chapter study of the song of Moses found in Deuteronomy 32. We identified the title: A faithful God. The key verse was 39. …
We’ve been doing a chapter study of Deuteronomy 32. We gave the chapter the title, A Faithful God, and the Key verse was 39. A significant truth: God will fulfill…
After presenting the song we’ve studied in Deuteronomy 32, Moses gave the people and Joshua a message of encouragement and hope. This set the stage for Moses’ final experiences before…
We’ve been reading and studying the first five books of the Bible, the first leg of an adventure, which will expose us to all that God had holy men of…