Our small groups this fall are doing an inductive Bible study that involves a lot of note-taking and marking things (think colors, symbols, notes) in your Bible. There are things I love to mark in my Bibles, but I didn’t really have a Bible with enough margin for what I wanted to do with this … Read More about 5 Great Tools for Bible Journaling & Inductive Bible Study
I dug this post out of the archives of my old Tumblr! It is amazing how we change over time – and how we don’t. I still find myself avoiding Jesus with the things I do. Life gets busy. It’s usually not conscious. I just make my calendar really full. And my to-do list too. … Read More about Are you Avoiding Jesus with All the Things You Do for Him?
Doesn’t it seem like bad things happen all at once? We ask this question all the time: Why me? Why do bad things happen to good people? Sometimes, Satan is at work. Hurt people hurt people, and free choice allows evil people to do evil things for a season. Sometimes God doesn’t cause something, but … Read More about Why do Bad Things Happen to Good People? (Hannah’s Story)
5 Interpretation Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make Have you ever heard someone quote the Bible and think “you totally missed the point?” Actually, this “missing the point” business happens more often than you think. It is so easy to misunderstand Scripture, and I think it is especially easy to misinterpret Old Testament stories. They … Read More about How to Misinterpret Old Testament Stories
Have you ever done one of those Bible in 1 Year reading plans? Raise your hand if you got stuck in Leviticus! Whenever we read those parts of the Old Testament, we often ask these questions: Why is this in the Bible? What does it mean for me? Should I follow these Old Testament laws? … Read More about How to Know if You Should Follow Old Testament Laws
Can you interpret the Bible for yourself? Can you just open the Bible and understand what it means, or do you need someone to interpret the Bible for you? What do you think? Disclosures: This page contains affiliate links – they sure help to pay off those student loans! For more information, please see my disclosure … Read More about How to Interpret the Bible: the Essential Guide
Confession Time: Sometimes, my quiet time stinks. Yep. Pastor Joy struggles with quiet time sometimes. I forget, or I get drowsy, or I plan to do quiet time in the morning and then wake up late. Sometimes, I’m distracted. It’s a good thing God likes me anyways ;). But we all need to reset sometimes, … Read More about 6 Ways to Build a Better Quiet Time
Guest post, guest post! Can you see me doing the happy dance over here? Real World Bible Study was always supposed to be a community project, so every time I get to bring in a guest, I’m doing the Bible boogie in my chair. And yes. I’m exactly that cheesy. But don’t worry – this … Read More about What You Need to Know About Bible Reading vs. Bible Study
Guest Post by Emily Darnell More than ever, our generation needs to remember some of the ‘ancient paths’ that bring sweet refreshment to our souls. Christian Meditation as a spiritual discipline is one such path. But how do we meditate as a Christian? Today’s guest post by Emily Darnell walks us through the “what” and … Read More about How to Meditate as a Christian
Hey friends! Have you noticed that when you listen to podcasts, you start to pick up the phrases of your favorite podcasters? A few months I found myself opening yet another blog post with echoes of Christy Wright, and when I typed “hey friends!” just now, I was hearing the voice of Kathi Lipp from … Read More about How to Teach your Kids Bible Study Habits
3 Simple Ways You Can Use Storytelling for Better Bible Study In fact, some Bible stories are not so kid-friendly! You guys know I’m all about using the best tools to do better Bible study. One of my favorite learning strategies is using story and storytelling for better Bible study. After all, 75% of the … Read More about How to Use Storytelling for Better Bible Study
5 Bible Study Learning Strategies for Auditory Learners I’ve said before that one of the most important parts of creating your Bible study learning strategy is to know your learning style. So once you know your learning style, now what? It’s time to research the best study strategies for people that learn the way you … Read More about How to do Bible Study for Auditory Learners
Y’all, it’s been far too long, but I finally got a blog post up! Yesterday I posted my review of the Simple Faith Bible over at realworldbiblestudy.com. To be honest I didn’t think I was going to like this one as much as I did! Be sure to check it out and enter the giveaway! #simplefaithbible #biblegatewaypartner #bookreviews #bible #biblereading #devotionalbible #jimmycarter #freebible #giveaway #promosimple
Not just rom-com. This book also hits some tough issues and these two pastors’ kids will tug on your heart. Read the review at realworldbiblestudy.com. #bookstagram #bookreviews #bookblogging #christianfiction #romanticcomedy #pastorskid with @celebratelit and @jessicakatewriting
Girl Pastors Game Night. Next one in Orange County - will you be there?
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3 questions More Than Words Can Say made me ask. Read my #bookreview and enter the #giveaway at Realworldbiblestudy.com. With @celebratelit. #bookreviews #historicalfiction #historicalromancenovel #christianromance
