I realized something the other day. When I pray at church, my head is bowed and eyes closed. But when I pray at home, most of the time my eyes are opened. Perhaps, you’ve realized the same thing in your own life, and are wondering what the Bible says about praying with your eyes open….
Growing up I always started my prayers with “Dear God…” but later in my prayers, I found myself talking to Jesus. So, should I have started my prayers with “Dear Jesus…? Does it matter? Should we pray to God, Jesus, both? Well, The Bible actually says a lot about that. As a general rule, it…
Talking with God is a big deal. I mean, who are we to converse with the Ruler of the entire universe. Yet, that is exactly what God desires. So, the attitude with which we pray matters. We ought to recognize God’s rulership throughout our prayer, especially in how we end our conversation with Him. The…
Beginning a conversation with God can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. After having a personal and unique relationship with God for years, I’ve discovered there is not one right way to begin a prayer. That said, there is a right attitude to have, and many different ways to begin a prayer. The…
Prayer can come across as this abstract concept that no one really knows well. But I’ve found prayer practical and vital for Christian life. It should not be possible to fully live without prayer. There are many different types of prayer that helps us pray without ceasing throughout life. In general, there are six different…
I have numerous physical copies of Bibles as well as many different Bible apps. The other day, I began to wonder which is best. I mean, I have my preferences, but which one is objectively the best. Perhaps, you’ve wondered the same thing. So, I did a little investigating and discovered the answer. In general,…
There is an abundance of online resources to study the Bible online. But what if you are looking for just a simple study Bible? Online and for free? Is that to much to ask? Well, after some thorough exploring to find a simple online study Bible option for me, here is what I discovered. In…
Digital resources are an ever growing platform for spiritual growth and Bible reading and study. There are so many that it is easy to get overwhelmed and search Google for lists and help, but we are not sure we can trust what was recommended. Well, I’ve spent over a week downloading, researching, and exploring some…
Bible study software is a great resource for those interested in doing in-depth study of the Bible. That said, it is a major investment. And if you are like me, you’ve probably considered whether or not it is worth it. So, I’ve done a deep dive into the major players in Bible study software to…
Bible study software is a great option for beginners to study the Bible. They often provide essential resources and features that you need to experience the Bible in a deeper way, in a way you encounter God. But all the options can be overwhelming for a beginner. So, let’s take a look at two popular…