We continue our line-by-line study of The Lord's Prayer, focusing on the third petition, "Thy Will Be Done", with reference to the Westminster Larger Catechism question #192.Please also review the following passages of scripture: John 5:30, 4:34, 6:38 ... Hebrews 13:20-21 ... Deu...
On the other hand, when I find myself in difficult situations, whether with my back is to the wall or not, I believe God always expects me to do my part. (In scripture we’re often instructed with an “If…then.”) In the context of this story, the Israelites could have stood in...
Welcome to A Scriptured Life--a blog to help you become more mindful of gratitude and encouraged in Christian faith.
My recent paper is about a model for approaching the Bible and teaching interpretation that helps students use the literary context of Scripture so we’re not just hearing our own thoughts and desires when we interpret the Bible. The approach helps students take in more evidence from the text ...
This is your opportunity to change your life with the power of positive scripture. Repeat these scriptural affirmations until your mind repeats them back to you, and then repeat them some more. It won't be long before you start thinking the way that God thinks, and you become an entirely ...
Here are some Scripture verses about God’s guidance. I hope they will inspire you in your own life’s journey: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” ~ Proverbs 3:5-6 “...
Anger,Forgiveness,Prayer,Scripture Overcoming Defeatist Thoughts by Kelly Balarie I’d like to Welcome Kelly Balarie to Worthy Bible Studies today! She’s a gifted author and speaker and I know you will be encouraged by her message of hope and healing today! I could hear the laughs of the ...
Near the end of His life, Jesus offered this prayer.It was confirmation that He lived far more life. He could only say this because He kept his spiritual fervor until God’s plan for Him was fulfilled. May we find our fervor and say this to God at the end of each day, too!
Anger,Forgiveness,Prayer,Scripture Overcoming Defeatist Thoughts by Kelly Balarie I’d like to Welcome Kelly Balarie to Worthy Bible Studies today! She’s a gifted author and speaker and I know you will be encouraged by her message of hope and healing today! I could hear the laughs of the ...
Throughout the day, they prayed the Canonical Hours, read Scripture and other spiritual literature, and lived mostly in silence. Clare considered work a grace—a way to banish idleness without extinguishing the spirit of prayer. They made altar breads (hosts), tended to secretarial tasks, sewed...