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SOAP Study on Matthew 13

SOAP Matthew 13

Read through this easy but thoughtful SOAP study on Matthew 13, the parable of the sower. If you don’t know what SOAP is, we’ll teach you. SOAP STUDY ON MATTHEW 13: SCRIPTURE “A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering the seed, some fell along the…

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Lord's Prayer
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Understanding the Lord’s Prayer

Most of us probably know the Lord’s prayer by heart. It’s okay if you don’t, though. Because honestly, even if you have it memorized, it doesn’t mean you understand it! Walk through this quick unpacking of the most famous prayer in the Bible — the one Jesus teaches us to…

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authentic faith
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8 Marks of Authentic Faith

Here is a short, little study on authentic faith, pulled from the Apply the Word Study Bible Notes. First, A Little Scripture Reading “Now the chief priests and all the council sought testimony against Jesus to put Him to death, but found none. For many bore false witness against Him,…

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reactions to resurrection
New Testament

Reactions to the Resurrection

Can you imagine being there when Jesus appeared, resurrected? You may have an idea, but you can never know for sure how you would really respond. I doubt, if asked, those who were there would never have guessed their reaction to the resurrection! But we do have their reactions recorded,…

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God's covenants
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Discover the 5 Covenants in the Bible

Covenant is one of the most important theological ideas in biblical theology. It is reflected in the traditional labels Old and New Testaments, i.e., covenants. The concept exists at significant points in the Bible’s storyline and is the theological glue that binds promise to fulfillment. So the biblical history of…

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Bible Study Tips

Inductive Bible Study

As a teacher of the Inductive Bible Study Method I am often asked, “What is Inductive Bible Study?”. Unfortunately, there is really no short answer to that question.  Inductive Bible Study is more of an approach to the Bible than it is any particular technique. In fact the “Inductive Method”…

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The New, Holy Standard of Love

Supper had been eaten. The cup had been blessed. Fellowship had been shared. Betrayal had been foretold. John 13:33-35 Little children, yet a little while I am with you.You will seek me, and just as I said to the Jews, so now I also say to you,‘Where I am going…

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Eugene Cho
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Justice is a Part of Discipleship

Below is an excerpt from Eugene Cho’s book Overrated. We’ve provided more information about it at the bottom of this post. Excerpt by Eugene Cho Over the years, I’ve been given by some the mini-reputation as a leader in the field of justice. At first, I took it as a…

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hope in the waiting
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Saturday: Hope in the Waiting

Holy week is so busy! First, Jesus rides into Jerusalem. People are singing and shouting, surrounding him — an introvert’s nightmare. Then he flips tables and empties out the temple. He’s betrayed. He gives thanks even in the presence of His betrayer. The first communion takes place, with Jesus sharing…

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