If you’ve been around this community for a while, you know I’ve struggled with understanding my Bible and learning how to read it consistently. I knew I should be reading Scripture, but every time I opened my Bible, I felt overwhelmed and confused. That confusion quickly spiraled into resistance, then guilt, and eventually shame. Why…
Are you a mom looking for encouraging Bible verses for your season? You are in the right place. Motherhood is a beautiful blessing. But it can also come with many challenges. Maybe you are a new mom, learning how to navigate nap and feeding schedules, or a mom to multiple little ones, or a seasoned…
Are you feeling spiritually disconnected in the chaos of your life? Do you want to grow closer to God, but aren’t sure how? You are not alone. As a busy mom of littles, a pastor’s wife, and a military spouse, I’ve learned that staying close to God in full seasons doesn’t happen by accident—it takes…
What If My Story Is Too Messy? If you have ever asked that question, you are not alone. I have asked myself that very question more times than I can count. Recently, my husband and I had the opportunity to speak to a room full of teenagers about sex, purity, and sin. We shared our…
What is a Bible study method? A bible study method is a framework or set of steps used to seek the intended meaning of a verse, passage, character, or chapter of the Bible. Just like any study method, the purpose of using a method for Bible study is to increase our knowledge of Scripture and…
What is Bible journaling? Bible journaling is a Bible study method that involves writing, journaling, drawing, sketching, using stickers, Post-it notes, highlighters, and more to engage with God’s Word. This method is often associated with creating artistic images within the pages of Scripture. However, Bible journaling is not just about drawing or coloring in your…
I am a huge advocate of studying the Bible in context and reading complete books and chapters. However, I also know how encouraging and powerful meditating on a single Scripture can be. In my current season (2025) time is something I am short on. I have little kids at home, my husband and I are…
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to walk in the shoes of the people we read about in Scripture? Their stories are full of faith, struggles, victories, and lessons that can encourage and challenge us in our own journey. That’s why a Bible character study is such a powerful way to dig…
What is a Bible Word Study? A Bible word study is a method of studying Scripture that dives deep into individual words in a verse. It’s a focused, intentional, and in-depth way of understanding God’s Word. By breaking down key words, we can discover their original meanings, context, and theological significance throughout Scripture. This helps…
Why study the Bible topically? It is my personal opinion that the best way to study the Bible is to choose a book and walk through it from beginning to end. However, there is value in knowing how to find what the Bible says about a particular topic. And I’m not talking about just googling….
