Musings
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Beginning a Study of Judges: Finding God’s Faithfulness in a Troubled Time
Have you ever read a passage of Scripture and wondered what it could possibly teach you about your life today? The book of Judges is one of those books that can leave us with questions. Its pages contain stories of courage and cowardice, obedience and rebellion, faith and fear. We meet unexpected leaders, witness heartbreaking…
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What Are Truth, Faith, Reason, and Revelation?
We live in a world where truth often feels flexible. One person says truth is personal. Another says truth changes depending on culture, experience, or feelings. Still others insist there is no absolute truth at all. But deep down, most people still long for something solid—something trustworthy and unchanging. So what is truth? And how…
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What is Theology and Why Does it Matter?
Why Theology Matter Does the word “theology” scare you? A lot of people think theology is just for pastors, professors, or seminary students. Others assume it’s too complicated or academic for everyday believers. But here’s the thing: theology actually matters for all of us, because it shapes how we understand God, the Bible, our faith,…
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🌿 What the 14-Day Focus Challenge Revealed About Me 🌿
Confession time… I always thought my biggest challenge was finding the right plan. Turns out, that wasn’t the problem at all. The 14-Day Focus Challenge helped me realize something important: ✅ I am a great planner.✅ I can generate ideas all day long.✅ I can see possibilities everywhere. But… ⚠️ I have a focus problem.…
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📖 Big Picture. Deeper Understanding. Greater Confidence.
Have you ever finished reading an Old Testament book and thought… “I know what I read…but I’m not sure I really understand how it all fits together.” You’re not alone. That’s exactly why I’ve been creating Old Testament Book Summaries—to help you see the big picture before diving into the details. Each summary gives you…
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“This Practice Helped Me Stop Reading Scripture Casually — and Start Living It.”
For years, I read the Bible quickly. I checked off reading plans. I highlighted verses. I gathered information. But much of the time, Scripture stayed safely on the page instead of changing the way I lived. Scripture writing changed that for me. When you slowly write out God’s Word, you naturally become more attentive. You…
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The ABIDE Method: Helping Women Fall in Love with God’s Word
For several years, I have had the privilege of teaching a women’s Bible study. I’ve watched dedicated women open their Bibles with a genuine desire to know God, only to feel unsure about what to do next. They loved the Lord. They wanted to understand Scripture. But many simply had never been taught how to…
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You Don’t Have to Know More to Begin: 10 Questions Women Ask About the ABIDE Method
Have you ever wanted to study the Bible more deeply but found yourself thinking, I don’t really know enough? Maybe you’ve opened your Bible with good intentions, read a few verses, and then wondered, What am I supposed to do with this? Or perhaps you’ve started a Bible study before. You bought the book. You…
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“If You’ve Struggled to Stay Consistent in Bible Study, You Are Not Alone.”
Many Christians struggle with consistency in Bible study. Life gets busy. Motivation fades. We start reading plans with excitement and quietly abandon them a few weeks later. Sometimes we feel guilty for not being “better” at spending time with God. But consistency often grows through simple, sustainable habits — not pressure or perfection. That is…
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The ABIDE Method™: A Simple Way to Study the Bible with Confidence
What if Bible study didn’t have to feel overwhelming? What if you had a simple, repeatable process that helped you understand Scripture for yourself—without needing a seminary degree or a shelf full of commentaries? If you’ve ever opened your Bible with the desire to know God more deeply but weren’t sure where to begin, you’re…