According to Celtic Christianity, ‘thin places’ are moments or locations where God’s presence seems intensely close and reachable. They are places where it seems as though the boundary between heaven and earth has become somehow porous. Thin places are where heaven and earth seem to meet. In a strictly physical sense, I liken this feelingContinueContinue reading “In Thin Places With God”
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Ten Chapters a Day Bible Reading Plan
After years of failing to complete Bible reading plans, I tried some of the literature-style reading charts out there. A great improvement, but something was still missing. They had me gorging some days and snacking others. They just didn’t have a consistent feel to them. Then I came across Tim Challie’s post, Ten Chapters per Day.ContinueContinue reading “Ten Chapters a Day Bible Reading Plan”
A Lesson From the Beautiful Gate
The lame beggar lay near what was known as the Beautiful Gate. A name which indicated the beauty of its workmanship and material. The temple had gates on all sides, nine in total, each beautifully covered with silver and gold. Corinthian gate But the gate known as the Corinthian gate surpassed the others. Larger, moreContinueContinue reading “A Lesson From the Beautiful Gate”
Significance of the Intertestamental Period
In most Bibles, the Old and New Testaments are separated by a blank page. But that single page represents a long interval known as the 400 years of silence, because we have no record of God speaking through the prophets or inspired writers. Nevertheless, God was at work orchestrating world affairs to bring about the fullnessContinueContinue reading “Significance of the Intertestamental Period”
Free Bible Images
Here’s a tip for all you creatives, teachers, and pastors! If you are frustrated by the lack of quality Bible images, check out Free Bible Images.org. They have over 1100 sets of Bible story images and illustrations available for free use! Over 1100 series of images! They’re all part of the visual journey through theContinueContinue reading “Free Bible Images”
Simon Peter and Why We Love Him
Simon Peter, how can we not love him? Delightful in his spontaneity. Lovable in his gregariousness. Transparent and enthusiastic. Quick to act, and react. So sure of himself, yet at times timid and even cowardly. There is something genuine and endearing about Peter and his ways. Simon Peter, with his transparent humanity, is the disciple with whomContinueContinue reading “Simon Peter and Why We Love Him”