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A Dictionary for the Bible? And Other Bible Dictionary Questions

A Dictionary for the Bible? And Other Bible Dictionary Questions

Have you ever been reading the Bible and came across a topic or place that you wanted to know more about? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a brief explanation of that topic without having to search through commentaries? That is where a Bible dictionary can help. A Bible dictionary is a Bible study resource…

Bible Handbook: What it Does, and 3 Reasons It’s Essential

Bible Handbook: What it Does, and 3 Reasons It’s Essential

Good Bible study resources can be both beneficial and essential for starting a Bible study habit of your own. The best resources will provide a big picture overview of the Bible, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of God’s one. One of the best resources for this is a Bible handbook. A Bible handbook…

Bible Atlas: What It Does and How To Use it

Bible Atlas: What It Does and How To Use it

A Bible Atlas is an often overlooked but extremely valuable Bible study resource. A good Bible atlas can enhance your understanding of the geographical background of a passage of Scripture and really make the story come alive for you. A Bible atlas is a resource that provides maps and illustrations to help readers explore and…

Commentaries: 9 for Bible Study, and Finding One For You

Commentaries: 9 for Bible Study, and Finding One For You

Commentaries are one of the most helpful Bible study resources available. They offer information through notes, explanations, and insights from scholars or pastors. As such, commentaries are helpful for gaining a deeper understanding of a passage when studying the Bible. As a general rule, the best commentaries for beginners in Bible study would be a…

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Listening to God: Why it’s Important and How to Know its Him

Lately, I’ve been trying to listen to God more. Listening to God is not always easy. But it is important. Perhaps, you are where I am now, at a place where you want guidance and direction, but listening to God is a struggle. Perhaps, you need to remember, like I did, why listening to God…

The Ultimate Guide to Bible Study Resources for Beginners

The Ultimate Guide to Bible Study Resources for Beginners

Starting to study the Bible for the very first time, whether you are a new Christian or have been in church your whole life, can feel overwhelming. There are Bible study methods to learn and resources to get. I’ve been there. That’s why I created this ultimate guide to Bible study resources for beginners. Overall,…

Handbooks Vs. Commentaries: The Difference and Proper Use

Handbooks Vs. Commentaries: The Difference and Proper Use

There are many different Bible study tools that can be used to help make your Bible study time easier. When I first started studying the Bible, I was given this great big list of all these different resources. I didn’t even know what was what. That’s how it often is when you begin, but let’s…

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Heart of God’s Voice: Understanding, Listening, Discerning

There will come a time in your life, if you are consistently reading the Bible, that you will desire to encounter God just like the people in His word. You’ll crave that intimate desire and connection to God. And let me tell you, it’s possible. God speaks today. His voice echoes through the corridors of…