Category Archives: Promises of Bible

Troubled dust, but dust that dreams

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

Rest securely and confidently in what God has done for you in Christ! And remind yourself often that…. Continue reading →

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How to study the Bible

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

The five basic steps of Bible study will provide a helpful guide to keep you on the right track in understanding and applying the Bible. Each step answers a particular question in relation to Bible study. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Bible from God, Bibliology, Exegesis, Expository Preaching, Hermeneutics, How to study, Interpretation of bible, Preaching, Promises of Bible, Small Group leaders, Teaching | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Pursuing wisdom in Proverbs

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Wisdomforlife

If you desire to continue to study the book of proverbs, follow the links below to previous posts. Continue reading →

Posted in Hermeneutics, Interpretation of bible, Promises of Bible, Proverbs, Wisdom | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Longing for a better world

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Wisdomforlife

While I give thanks for the faithful men and women who serve our nation, I long for a better world. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Bible from God, Christian worldview, Christianity, Comfort, Coming of Christ, Encouragement, End Times, God's Love, God's power, God's Will, Gospel, Heaven, Hope?, Jesus Christ, Military, Peace, Promises of Bible, War | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

Applying Scripture (7 Tests)

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Wisdomforlife

Many people misapply or even abuse the statements and promises of Scripture. Test yourself in this area by answering the following 7 questions? How much should be included when applying the statement, “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives … Continue reading →

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His peace will guard you

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Wisdomforlife

Here’s a word from God that we need. Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety, Fear, God's Protection, Peace, Praise, Prayer, Promises of Bible, Thankfulness, Thanksgiving, Worry | Tagged , | 1 Comment

3 short radio features

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Wisdomforlife

Check out a few of my weekly radio features, Continue reading →

Posted in Attitude, Audio, Audio Resource, Behavior, Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Divorce and Remarriage, Emotions, Marital Separation, Marriage, Promises of Bible, Radio Ministry | 1 Comment

Confused by suffering

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Wisdomforlife

The pain, losses and setbacks of life can be excruciatingly confusing. And the confusion often intensifies when we try to understand how God relates to suffering. Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Anxiety, Assurance, Bitterness, Broken Relationships, Christian worldview, Comfort, Counseling, Depression, Despair, Doubt, Evil in the world, Faith, Fear, God's Patience, God's control, God's Heart, God's Protection, God's Will, Hope?, Human depravity, Mad at God, Origin of Sin, Pain, Problem of evil, Promises of Bible, Questioning God, Suffering, Trials, Unbelief | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

The Christian way of understanding death

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Wisdomforlife

There are surprisingly few places to turn for thoughtful answers to the deeper questions about suffering and death. Many efforts to explain the human story are either simplistically naïve in their utopianism or forced versions of scientific reductionism. I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Afraid to die, Afterlife, Assurance, Christian worldview, Comfort, Death, Fear, Fear of death, Heaven, Hope?, Jesus Christ, Promises of Bible, Restoration, Resurrection, Salvation | 6 Comments

Thinking Deeply About Spiritual Transformation

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Wisdomforlife

You might want to get another sip of coffee before venturing with me into this post! If you’re brave enough, I am inviting you to think deeply about matters that have been the object of far too much superficial reflection. … Continue reading →

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