Category: Bible Study
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Proverbs SOAP: Be diligent to get things done
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 13: 4 The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied. Observation: Simply wanting something won’t get it for you. Working hard for it, bit by bit, will. Application: If I really want to achieve something I can’t just ‘want’ it……
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Bible in 90 Days radio interview, Bible in 90 Days T-shirts… What a Day!
Today was quite a whirlwind of activity! Almost any ONE of the things I got to do today would have been exciting on its own, but instead I had a whole bunch of things all packed into one day… and it’s just Monday! First I got to head ‘into town’ and record a radio interview…
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Proverbs SOAP: Listen to advice
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 12:15 The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice. Observation: Only fools assume they have everything right on their own. Those who are wise (or long to be wise) seek out and listen to solid advice. Application: Seek out…
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Proverbs SOAP: Accept instruction and be wiser
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 9:9 Instruct a wise man and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man and he will add to his learning. Observation: Those who are wise and righteous will benefit from instruction. Application: Typically I would see this scripture, hop into mom/ helper mode and feel…
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Proverbs SOAP: Blessed is the one who pursues wisdom
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 8: 34 Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. Observation: This section of Proverbs is talking about wisdom. I believe the Bible is saying that those who fervently seek wisdom in the Lord will be rewarded. Application:…
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Proverbs SOAP: Keeping His Word in me
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 7:1 My son, keep my words and store up my commands within you Observation: Don’t forget what I have taught you, instead keep my commands in mind always Application: One great way to stick to the path God has set out for me is to remain in…
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Proverbs SOAP: Am I listen-worthy?
A Chapter of Proverbs a day… Scripture: Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep your father’s commands and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. Observation: It is important to listen and follow as your parents have taught you. Application: If the Bible says they these things are important, then I, as a mother, especially need to be…
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Bible in 90 Days Blog-keeping…
I have really enjoyed getting to know many of you through the Bible in 90 Days program… online, in emails, on my Facebook Fan Page and via Twitter. Thanks so much for joining me on this journey! I need to do a bit of blog-keeping, though, and clean up the list of readers. I would…
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Wrapping up the Blogging Thru the Bible in 90 Days
A note from Ted Cooper, founder of The Bible in 90 Days Ministry: Dear Faithful, Now that we’ve come to day 90 of Blogging thru the Bible in 90 Days — congratulations! Whether finished, or still on the journey, pat yourself on the back. Keep going, if need be, but know that God — and…
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Bible in 90 Days: Sign up for the July 2010 edition!
Reading and Blogging thru the Bible in 90 Days with so many of you this year has been an awe-inspiring experience. It has been amazing to see God moving in so many lives. And so how can I not host another Blogging Thru the Bible in 90 Days experience? Our next group will begin Monday,…
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Proverbs SOAP: Stay clear of adultery
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 5:8 Keep to a path far from her, do not go near the door of her house. Observation: Keep your marriage secure and do not allow yourself to get into a questionable situation that could lead down the wrong path. Application: I am instructed to keep my…
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Blogging Through Proverbs Together
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… I really enjoyed Blogging Thru the Bible in 90 Days with so many of you. Thank you for joining me on the adventure. For April I am blogging through the Proverbs using the SOAP method, one chapter a day, and have been delighted to see many of you joining…
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Proverbs SOAP: If you can help, help promptly
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Scripture: Proverbs 3:28 Do not say to your neighbor, “Come back later; I’ll give it tomorrow”– when you now have it with you. Observation: If it is in your power to help or give something to your neighbor that you has been asked or that you know you should…
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Proverbs SOAP: Seek His wisdom as a buried treasure
A Chapter of Proverbs a Day… Today, read chapter two of the Proverbs. As you read, really try to listen to God and pick out just one verse you think He might be asking you to really hear. So many of the verses go together, but see if you can narrow it down to just…
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Proverbs SOAP: The Proverbs are for gaining widsom
A chapter of Proverbs a day… Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-2 1The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: 2for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; Observation: The book of Proverbs is set aside to help me gain wisdom and grow as a disciple. Application: Reading and studying and truly listening to…