Bible Truth for Everyday Life
Apply the Bible to Daily Life
Bible truth for everyday life includes Bible study tools, devotions, and free resources to help you encounter God in your quiet time and apply biblical truth to your everyday life.-
Othniel: 8 Applicable Lessons From Israel’s First Judge
The book of Judges describes the events that took place after Joshua’s death. The tribes of Israel began taking possession of the land, and judges were appointed to lead them. Othniel was Israel’s first judge. Othniel was a relative of Caleb, who had given a favorable report of the Promised Land after exploring it as a spy. As Israel moved into the land and began conquering it, Othniel proved his courage by capturing the city of Kriath-sepher. As a reward, Caleb gave him his daughter Achsah in marriage (Judges 1:12-13). A pattern was set in motion as Othniel began serving Israel as a judge and leader. This pattern would continue…
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Jesus in the Old Testament: The Golden Thread of Scripture
“I’ve been studying the presence of Jesus in the Old Testament, and it’s changing the way I understand the Bible,” a friend shared as we sat in my living room on a winter afternoon. “I can’t believe you just said that. I’ve been doing the same thing!” I exclaimed. We spent the next 20 minutes talking about the remarkable symbolism of Jesus in the tabernacle and the ways various biblical accounts in the Old Testament pointed to Christ. The study of Jesus in the Old Testament is often referred to as “typology,” a foreshadowing of Jesus and other New Testament themes in the Old Testament. Today, we’ll look at 20…
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Achan: The Progression From Temptation to Sin
Dust lingered in the air like a curtain, and smoke plumed heavenward. Achan wiped his brow with the back of his hand and sheathed his sword. The battle of Jericho was over. God’s command had been clear. Everything in the city was devoted to the Lord. No plunder was to be taken. Achan moved through the rubble as an eerie silence fell over the destroyed city. All around him, remnants of the once-formidable fortress lay scattered. Achan: A Lesson on the Progression Into Sin Among the rubbish, Achan spotted something beautiful, untouched by the flames: a colorful Babylonian robe. Reaching down to touch the unmarred garment, a thought passed through…
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Bible Verses About Loving God With All Your Heart
Autumn writes a sun-splashed story in shades of ochre and crimson. This season of change reminds me that God is always working, and in his work, he is always loving us. I recently dug into Scripture in search of Bible verses about loving God with all your heart as I aim to embody his love. Today, I’m sharing the verses I found. I also encourage you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you draw near to God. Let’s begin with God’s Word. Bible Verses About Loving God With All Your Heart Here are God’s words about how to love him with…
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Rahab: How the Faith of an Unlikely Woman Points to Jesus
Rahab was a prostitute who lived in the thick wall surrounding the city of Jericho. When Israel secretly sent spies to plan their attack against the city, Rahab hid the spies from authorities and helped them escape. The spies promised that when Israel returned to attack Jericho, Rahab and her family would be spared. She was told to tie a scarlet cord in her window so the army would know which house to spare. Lessons From Rahab Rahab and her family were saved during the attack. She eventually became a follower of God and was even in the lineage of Jesus. Rahab is listed in the famous “Hall of Faith”…
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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…
