Bible Truth for Everyday Life
Bible study tools, devotions, and free resources to help you encounter God in your quiet time and apply Biblical truth to your everyday life.
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7 Modern-Day Lessons From the Tower of Babel
Everything God does is an expression of his love. This can be tough to grasp when he lets our greatest dreams fall apart. The descendants of Noah probably experienced similar sentiments as they built a magnificent tower, only to have their plans thwarted by God. Today, we’ll look at seven lessons from the Tower of Babel. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find hope in God in disappointing times. Let’s begin by turning to the story of the Tower of Babel in Scripture. Lessons From the Tower of Babel After Noah and his family climbed from…
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17 Bible Verses About God’s Plan: Hope for Unexpected Seasons
Blue jays shatter the silence of morning with an almost offensive cacophony. I watch them from the window as I prepare to embrace the day ahead. The past month has brought some unexpected challenges, and I open my Bible in search of Bible verses about God’s plan. When nothing goes as expected, it can be helpful to anchor ourselves to the promises of God. We need to remind ourselves that when the bottom falls out, he is still good. Even when our circumstances feel anything but kind, our world is held together by a good Father who can only be love. Bible Verses About God’s Plan When our finite minds…
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7 Lessons From the Story of Cain and Abel
Cain and Abel were the sons of Adam and Eve, and we find their story in Genesis 4. Today, we’ll explore 7 lessons from the story of Cain and Abel as we apply God’s Word to our lives. If today’s insights encourage you, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you apply the Old Testament to your life today! 7 Lessons From the Story of Cain and Abel Let’s begin with a recap of this story. Then, we’ll explore 7 lessons from the story of Cain and Abel. The Story of Cain and Abel After Adam and Eve left the…
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Lessons From the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil
The tree of the knowledge of good and evil is central in the story of Adam and Eve. When presented with two contrasting trees, the tree of life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, Adam and Eve made a choice that would affect every human being to follow. Today, we’ll take a fresh look at this familiar story and see how it impacts our lives. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free new devotional eBook to help you apply the Old Testament to your life today! Lessons From the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil “Where do…
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Old Testament Stories With Modern-Day Applications
“I’m not sure I’m going to make it through Leviticus,” my friend declared as we walked together through the local park. We’d both been reflectively reading through the Old Testament stories in Genesis and Exodus, but Leviticus posed a challenge. “I feel that,” I agreed. A few weeks earlier, we both started a Bible reading plan with the hope of reading through the Bible in a year. Bogged down by text we didn’t understand and rules about sacrifices and oxen, we were both having trouble applying the words to our lives. “Maybe we need a different plan. Instead of just reading the Bible, maybe we need to slow down and…
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The Old Testament Books in Order (and a New Blog Series)
Today, I’d like to welcome you to a new blog series. For the next 30 Fridays, we’ll be studying the Old Testament and learning how these narratives apply to our lives today. I’m beginning by sharing the Old Testament books in order as an overview. At the bottom of today’s post, you’ll also find my new free devotional eBook, Timeless: Apply the Old Testament to Your Life Today. This 30-day devotional explores key biblical narratives from the first six books of the Old Testament and includes practical, modern-day applications. We’ll begin today with a list of the Old Testament books in order, including brief descriptions. At the bottom of the…
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15 Springtime Bible Verses for Renewal and Refreshment
I walked barefoot through the snow this morning and filled the bird feeder as if it were summer, a quiet rebellion against the season. Later, after the sun was high, I pulled out my Bible in search of springtime Bible verses, never more eager to embrace a fresh start and a new season. God’s created world reminds us of his care for us. Nature also reminds us that there are cycles in life. We all face seasons of rest, darkness, and solace, as well as lush and vibrant seasons of fruit-bearing and joy. As we prepare for springtime this year, let’s take the time to dwell on these springtime Bible…
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Trusting God in the Process of Stepping Into the Unknown
As I write these words today, I am moving into a new season of learning to trust God—all while watching for doors of opportunity to open wide. Trusting God when life feels secure and predictable is one thing; trusting God in the process of stepping into the unknown is much more complicated. Today, we’ll talk about trusting God in unknown situations. We’ll then explore a list of Bible verses to stand on when our trust falters. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you grow in trust. Trusting God in the Process Our youngest child recently joined his older…
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How to Live for God: 10 Insights to Transform Your Life
The rhythm of the elliptical is like a cadence keeping time with my prayers. I pray while I exercise. Today I’m praying for single-minded focus to help me live for God in a world so full of distractions. I stare at a beautiful landscape background on my computer while a worship mix stirs my soul. I’m listening to Israel Houghton’s moving rendition of “To Worship You I Live” when a question startles me from my daze. How to Live for God I think of Paul’s words: “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21 NIV). The song prompts me to consider what I live…
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15 Bible Verses for Birthdays: Bless Your Loved Ones
Our daughter recently turned 15, and as she inches closer to adulthood, I’ve been speaking God’s Word over her life. No matter how old a person is turning, praying Scripture over them on their birthdays can be a rich blessing. Today, we’ll look at 15 Bible verses for birthdays. You might write these Scriptures inside a birthday card or pray them over your loved one. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for several family devotional books that make faith-building gifts for boys and girls on their special days. 15 Bible Verses for Birthdays Let’s begin by turning to God’s Word as we explore a…
