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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Rahab: How the Faith of an Unlikely Woman Points to Jesus
Before we take a closer look at today’s lessons from Rahab, I invite you to join me as I prepare to release a new book. In just over a month, I will release a new book for teens. It’s called Anchored: A Teen Devotional for Understanding the Old Testament and Applying It to Your Life. My vision is to teach teens the key narratives from the Old Testament while helping them see that all of Scripture is relevant to our everyday lives. These devotions delve into everything from anxiety to sexuality, all drawn from the truth of God’s Word. I’m building a launch team right now. If you’re interested, send…
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Hungry for God: 10 Ways to Increase Your Spiritual Longing
I’ve been watching the squirrels gather acorns in the forest behind our house, and their preparations draw me to think about spiritual hunger. How do we stay hungry for God when the world offers so many ways to fill our inner hunger? When our hunger for God becomes the driving force in our lives, we experience transformation in his presence. Today, we’ll explore 10 ways to stay hungry for God as we respond to his pursuit. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help fuel your hunger for God. How to Be Hungry for God Let’s take a closer look. 10…
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Joshua and Jesus: Spiritual Leaders, Deliverers, and Conquerors
After 40 years spent wandering in the wilderness, Moses died on Mount Nebo. He passed his leadership role onto a man named Joshua, who would lead the people to claim the land of Canaan. In many ways, Joshua’s life points to Jesus. Today, we’ll look at the connections between Joshua and Jesus as we continue exploring the ways the Old and New Testaments form one culminating story. I invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you apply the Old Testament to your everyday life. Joshua and Jesus Let’s begin with a quick summary of Joshua’s life. Then, we’ll look at…
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17 Autumn Bible Verses for Embracing the Season
September has come with shorter days and crisp, cool mornings. Hints of amber color the forest, and we anticipate the change to come. Today, we’ll spend some time soaking in a list of autumn Bible verses to celebrate the season. I invite you to use these Scriptures to help you thank God for the seasonal change, slowing down to embrace the transformation. I’ll also share some questions for reflection as we consider each verse. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you connect with God in replenishing ways this autumn. Autumn Bible Verses Here are God’s Words for autumn…
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15 Bible Verses for School: Confidence, Trust, and Courage
“I’m sad summer is over. Can you read me some Bible verses for school tomorrow?” our seven-year-old asked as we opened his storybook Bible to read before bed. It was the eve of the first day of school, and first grade felt daunting. He was flooded with a mix of emotions: sadness that summer was ending, excitement about seeing his friends, and uncertainty about what the year would hold. I’d already talked with his teenage sister and pre-teen brother about their feelings, and it seemed everyone had the same apprehensions. Hiding God’s Word in our hearts is a helpful way to navigate any new situation, and this extends to school. …
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Moses’ Songs in the Bible: Portraits of God’s Character
Moses is traditionally credited with three songs in the Bible. The Song of the Sea is found in Exodus 15:1-18. The Song of Moses is in Deuteronomy 32:1-43. Psalm 90 is titled “A Prayer of Moses.” Today, we’ll begin by exploring similarities between Moses’ songs in the Bible. Then, we’ll take a closer look at Moses’ Song in Deuteronomy. I also invite you 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. Let’s begin by exploring Moses’ songs in the Bible. Moses’ Songs in the Bible All three of Moses’ songs in the Bible are…
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Dealing With Detours: 20 Bible Verses About Trusting God’s Plan
Our daughter, Bekah, was born on a clear November evening. The months leading up to her birth felt like nothing short of a detour. Today, I’ll share the story of that detour. We’ll also explore 20 Bible verses about trusting God’s plan when life seems to take a detour. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you grow in trust when life takes a surprising turn. Bible Verses About Trusting God’s Plan Before my first pregnancy, I planned to continue teaching high school students in my Life Skills classroom right up to my due date. My husband and I planned…
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Moses and Jesus: Connecting the Old and New Testaments
Years ago, as I attempted to read through the Bible for the first time, I reached out to an older friend for help. Some of the Old Testament narratives were hard to read. My friend helped me see that the entire Bible points to our need for Jesus. Today, we’ll talk about the connections between Moses and Jesus as we study the Bible. We’ll look at the subtle ways Moses and Jesus are connected. We’ll also explore the ways Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament promises as he established a New Covenant with all God’s people. I invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional…
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Balaam and Balak: Proximity Does Not Equal Faithfulness
The story of Balaam and Balak is found in Numbers 22-24. This unusual narrative teaches us many practical lessons that are still relevant in today’s culture. Today, we’ll recap the story of Balaam and Balak and draw some lessons for our lives. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you create space for connecting with God daily. Let’s begin with a quick review of the story of Balaam and Balak. Balaam and Balak As the Israelites journeyed toward the Promised Land, King Balak of Moab became frightened by them. Not wanting to confront them in battle, he sent…
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10 Prayers for Teens This School Year and Beyond
The teenage years can be exciting as well as challenging. As we begin a new school year, our teens need our prayers. We can pray for them by focusing on their mental health, relationships with others, and relationship with God. Today, we’ll explore a list of prayers for teens at the start of this school year and beyond. Prayers for Teens Years ago, I was a high school teacher and youth leader for the teens at our church before having my own family. I’ll never forget a conversation with a mom who declared, “I know my son isn’t walking with God right now, but I believe my relentless prayers for…
