Example Stories in Luke’s Gospel

Bible experts call the parable of the Good Samaritan an example story. They mean that Luke took the parable Luke 10.30-35 and told it as a story with a direct message about correct behavior. Bible experts call the parable of the Good Samaritan an example story. By this… Read More

Bible Study Guide: Ruth

The book of Ruth is a love story, a history and account of Jesus’s ancestors. Through the story of this young Moabite woman, the book brings a message of God’s love and redemption. What makes Ruth unique? The book of Ruth is set in the time of the judges,… Read More

Jesus Prays and Teaches Us to Pray

Prayer was an important part of Jesus’ life. The following scripture passages show the different ways in which Jesus prayed to God the Father. They also show what Jesus teaches us about prayer – why we should pray, how to pray, and when to pray. Prayer was an important… Read More

The Christmas Story

The Christmas story includes people from all parts of life. Shepherds heard the message from angels, an innkeeper helped Mary and Joseph find a place to live and wise men came to visit Jesus. Learn more about these individuals and the story they are a part of. Read More

Bible Study Guide: Genesis

Genesis is a book of beginnings. It chronicles the creation of the world, the entrance of sin and the first covenant God makes with man. Throughout these “firsts” God demonstrates his love and faithfulness to his creation. What makes Genesis special? The word Genesis comes from a Greek word… Read More

Bible Study Guide: Exodus

Made famous by the Ten Commandments, a burning bush and the inspiring story of a nation escaping from slavery, Exodus tells the account of the Israelites as they leave Egypt and begin life in a new land. What makes Exodus special? The name “Exodus” comes from the Greek… Read More

Discover 3 New Approaches to Bible Reading

Use this Bible-reading guide to encounter Scripture in three new ways: by asking questions, and by considering the social and historical context of the text. Check out our online guide now. Reading any document, even the Bible, can often become routine. And reading the Bible in the same… Read More

Bible Reference Guide: Finding Help in Scripture

Have you ever wondered what the Bible says about divorce, loneliness, anger and stress? Use this guide to help you learn the Bible’s stance on issues you face every day. Dealing with tough stuff Anger Proverbs 15.1; Matthew 5.21-26, 43-48; Ephesians 4.26,27,31,32; James 1.19-21… Read More