What will happen at the end of the present times? This question has occupied thought for years. Find out what the Bible says about the end times. Many biblical writers concerned themselves with thoughts about how the present world would come to an end and about how God would… Read More

What happens after death? Check out how the understanding of life after death unfolds throughout the Old and New Testaments. In ancient times, the people of Israel based their hope for life after death through the lives of their descendants. It was considered a tragedy when a man died… Read More

Fire is an important symbol in the Bible. Read about four important ways that the image of fire contributes to the message of God’s Word. Fire is important in the Bible in at least four different ways: (1) Fire is one sign that God is present. Examples of this… Read More

Faith is a gift God gives us. Nurture it and it will bring richness and fulfillment to your life. In the Bible, faith often means trust in God, but it can also refer to a set of beliefs or religious ideas. The Hebrew word sometimes translated as “faith “… Read More

Although God demonstrated the full extent of his love through Jesus’ death, he was engaged in the act of salvation throughout the Old Testament. Read more about God’s salvation here. In the Bible the term “salvation” refers to what God has done and is still doing to free humans… Read More

The Law refers to the commandments Moses received from God on Mt. Sinai. These instructions governed Israel’s behavior throughout the Old Testament. Read more about the purpose of the Law and how that purpose changed with the coming of Jesus. The Hebrew word that is often translated “Law”… Read More

Injustice happens, wrongs occur, enemies are made. What does the Bible say about enemies? Check it out here. It is clear from the very beginning of Psalms that both God and God’s people have enemies. In Psalm 1, they are called “sinners” (Ps 1.1,5) and “the wicked” (Ps 1.6). Read More

Bread was a basic food and important symbol for people in the Ancient Near East. Find out how bread was important in Scripture. Bread has always been an important and basic food for people (Gen 3.19). In ancient times, bread was made at home by wives (Gen 18.6) and daughters… Read More

The Bible spans thousands of years, has hundreds of characters and speaks on countless topics. This devotional tool gives highlights of events, characters and themes so that you can easily find and reference them in your Bible study. A Guide to Key Events, Characters and Themes of the Bible… Read More

In ancient times, individuals reached agreements by forming covenants. Covenants were also the means by which the Israelites related to God. Read about the significance of biblical covenants – from God’s first covenant with Abraham to the new covenant spoken about in the prophets. The Bible often speaks of… Read More