Musings
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Psalms Part One
Originally posted 7/16/24 The women’s Bible study at my church has been working through the Psalms. We are learning nine different types of Psalms. The Psalms teach us so many things. I have learned that God wants all of us. He wants us to come to Him when we are experiencing all emotions. Hebrews 4:14-16
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How to Study the Bible
Originally posted 7/9/24 I have talked with so many women who say that they do not know how to study the Bible. Do you know how to study God’s Word? Do you have a favorite method? Are you completely clueless? Two years ago the Lord allowed me to begin leading a ladies’ Bible study at
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Sacrifice of Praise
Originally posted 7/2/24 What does it mean to offer a sacrifice of praise? I think we all know what it means to praise the Lord. Praising God is easy when things are going well. What about when they are not? Are we as eager to praise God when our world seems to be crashing in
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Did Jesus Say That?
Originally posted 6/28/24 A post has been going around on Facebook lately about five things that are often said to others but have no biblical basis. It would behoove us to look at these popular statements and see what the Bible says about them. Follow your heart. People are typically told to follow their heart
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Church Hurt
Originally posted 6/11/24 I would guess that there is not one person who has lived a life free from hurt. We say and do things without thinking which often hurts people. So many of us can do this without realizing it. I am one of those people who is not easily hurt. I was raised
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Noah and the Animals
The size of the ark was overwhelming. Thinking about all the animals that were to go inside the ark is also overwhelming. We have all seen the pictures in children’s books with animals on the ark. The ark was fully enclosed to withstand the power of the water. As we toured the ark, I realized
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Biblical Genres–Part Two
Originally posted 6/4/24 This is a continuation of last week. If you haven’t read part one, you can read that article here. Parables are most known for lessons from Jesus within the four gospels. The other part of the gospels is historical. Parables are a form of storytelling that teaches a lesson. They can also
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Biblical Genres Part 1
Originally Posted 5/28/24 There are eight different genres in the Bible. A genre of literature is a style of writing. Each style has its own characteristics. It is much the same with music. Rock music has a different sound and structure compared to a minuet. The same is true for each type of literature. I
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It’s Time to Suit Up, Ladies—The Armor of God
Originally posted 4/23 Uniforms and equipment have always intrigued me. I like to look at uniforms and gear for many types of professions. I like to know how the various occupations use different tools in order to be effective. Armor and war equipment is no different. Each item has its own specific purpose. According to
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Eclipse 2024
Originally posted 4/16/24 April 8, 2024, was a much-anticipated date. People traveled from different parts of the country to see the eclipse in its totality. Hotels were booked and interstates were parking lots. Many communities benefitted economically from the event. Television stations broadcasted the entire event. It was possible to watch the event without leaving