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Rabbit Trails to the Cross

While the gospel ought to always be at the forefront of our minds, I do not deny there being something special about this time of year. The Passion Week presents us with the opportunity to look closely at the cross of Christ and to share salvation’s good news with loved…

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encyclopedia of ancient christianity
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3 Uses: Encyclopedia of Ancient Christianity

We loved the Encyclopedia of Ancient Christianity so much, that we were the first to release it in digital format! This three-volume encyclopedia offers unparalleled, comprehensive coverage of the people, places and ideas of ancient Christianity. With our app, you can access eight centuries of the Christian church no matter where…

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Bible Study Tips

Titles to Help You Study the Bible

Reading and studying the Bible are important disciplines for all Christians. But the concept of Bible study can be more elusive. In Rick Warren’s Bible Study Methods, Warren starts out by saying; I have discovered that most Christians sincerely want to study their Bibles on their own, but they just…

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Bible Study Tips

How to Study the Bible This Year

It’s a new year. You’ve probably started your reading plan and are off to a great start studying the Bible this year.  My early attempts at Bible study were sporadic and didn’t go that smoothly. I soon learned that I needed a more formalized approach to my Bible study. Here are…

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Bible Study Tips

Digging into Church History

In a different post, we showed you why the Reformation Heritage KJV Study Bible is the perfect resource for family and personal devotions. Now, I want to build on that and share a few more reasons why this is such a great resource for personal and family Church history study.…

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Easy Family Devotions
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Easy Family Devotions

Can I be honest? When I first heard about the Reformation Heritage KJV Study Bible I had mixed emotions. The entire concept of this particular study Bible was intriguing. But it wasn’t enough for me to spend money on yet another print Bible. Those mixed emotions quickly turned to ecstatic…

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New Interpreter's Dictionary of the Bible
Dictionaries

How To: New Interpreter’s Dictionary

The New Interpreter’s Dictionary of the Bible (NIDB), complete 5-volume set, is the definitive starting point for research on any topic, place or person in the Bible, with emphasis on the crucial theological concepts. Based on the NRSV, the NIDB is a balanced and relevant Bible study resource for any…

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Who was John Wesley?
Historical

Who Was John Wesley?

John Wesley (June 17, 1703 – March 2, 1791) was a Christian theologian who is credited with the foundation of Methodism. His brother, Charles Wesley, and fellow cleric, George Whitefield are also credited. WESLEY’S ROLE IN METHODISM He helped to form and organize small Christian groups that developed personal accountability,…

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Rick Warren Study Methods
Bible Study Tips

Learning How to Study the Bible

Reading and studying the Bible are important disciplines for all Christians, but the concept of Bible study can be more elusive. In Rick Warren’s Bible Study Methods, Warren starts out by saying, “I have discovered that most Christians sincerely want to study their Bibles on their own, but they just don’t…

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Seasonal

Easter is Over. Now What?

The community outreach events are completed. The music hit home. The preaching connected. Lives were changed forever. Everything you’ve worked towards and focused on the last several weeks has come to fruition. Easter is over. Now what? A POST FOR OUR PASTOR FRIENDS You knew this moment would happen, but the hustle…

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