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2025-01-27T18:26:31-05:00

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Five Facts to Help you in New Testament Bible Study

Last updated on: January 27, 2025 at 6:26 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

In our last column, we explored five facts to help in Old Testament Bible Study. Contrary to what we often think, it’s not impossible to understand the Bible. It takes some effort, but it’s not impossible. Just as we explore topics in-depth when we find them interesting, so we should dive into Bible study in the same manner. Remembering that the Bible isn’t a novel, studying Bible text in context of history and culture, and drawing on word studies (hint:... Read more

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2025-01-26T22:04:52-05:00

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Five Facts To Help You in Old Testament Bible Study

Last updated on: January 26, 2025 at 10:04 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

Many think understanding the Bible is impossible. It’s not impossible, but it does take some effort. The Bible is not a novel, something we read cover-to-cover in a few sittings. It’s a Scriptural record, consisting of a collection of different types of writing spanning thousands of years. It wasn’t written in modern times, and in many ways, doesn’t suit modern sensibilities. Studying it – with the goal of faith and life application – doesn’t happen if we approach it improperly.... Read more

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2025-01-24T19:21:42-05:00

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Five Bible Terms That Don’t Mean What You Think They Mean

Last updated on: January 24, 2025 at 7:21 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

Understanding the Bible is not a fly-by-night task. For one, whenever we set to read the Bible, we are reading a translation. Anyone who’s involved with language translation knows words don’t always cross cultures. It’s even more challenging when we consider the Bible was written thousands of years ago, in a language far different than our own. Bible translation is a huge task, and Bible words don’t always translate according to plan. This means Bible word studies are not just... Read more

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2025-01-22T18:36:31-05:00

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The Antichrist: Myth, Reality, and Interpretation

Last updated on: January 22, 2025 at 6:36 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

Every generation or so, rumors and accusations alike that some major figure is the Antichrist start to circulate. Books and blogs are written, sermons are preached, theories are devised, and as quickly as these ideas surface, they fall dormant…until they rise again. Given current events in the United States, many have revived discussion on the antichrist again. As much as we speak about the antichrist, who (or what) is it? What do we know about this mysterious figure, and what... Read more

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2025-03-05T22:23:44-05:00

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Exploring Biblical Narratives of Women Without Children

Last updated on: March 5, 2025 at 10:23 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

There’s a temptation to assume that Christian women should both be – and want to be – mothers. Our churches tend to celebrate women and motherhood at the same time. For example, sermons around women are usually reserved for Mother’s Day, Christmastime (involving Mary), and special days devoted to motherhood among a congregation. We don’t hear sermons of the powerful Deborah or Jael, we skip over the Prophetess Huldah, and stick to images of women that are culturally comfortable. Bible... Read more

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2025-02-27T11:43:36-05:00

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Trusting God in the Meantime: Faith in the Waiting

Last updated on: February 27, 2025 at 11:43 am By Lee Ann B. Marino

Living in the “in the Meantime” I talk often to several people who are in a place classified as “in the meantime.” The majority of us spend an overwhelming amount of our spiritual walk in this place. We wait for leaders to call us back, for events to come forth, for the Lord to speak through us, for His elevation, revelation, and the fullness of manifestation. When we are in “in the meantime,” we see part of what God has... Read more

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2024-12-20T20:21:07-05:00

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Find Comfort in Beliefs About Animals in Heaven

Last updated on: December 20, 2024 at 8:21 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

Many years ago, I remember reading a catalog book summary written by a Seventh-Day Adventist who did some research on the topic after the loss of a beloved pet. His conclusion, based on the book summary, surprised him greatly. It implied that, through some extensive Biblical study, he discovered proof that there would be animals in heaven. I never read the book (I don’t even remember the author’s name now) and I can’t say I ever did his specific research,... Read more

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2024-12-20T21:21:29-05:00

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This Valentine’s Day, Hate Your Sin and Love Others

Last updated on: December 20, 2024 at 9:21 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

I first heard the expression, “Hate the sin, love the sinner” as a teenager in the Catholic Church. Our parish priest used the term to speak about some major news story of the day that revolved around something the Catholic Church considered a “sin.” To be honest, I am not sure I remember what exactly it was that he was speaking about, but I clearly remember him using that phrase to describe how he felt we should interact with people... Read more

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2024-12-20T16:41:16-05:00

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Addressing Witchcraft from a Christian Perspective

Last updated on: December 20, 2024 at 4:41 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

Witchcraft is a hot topic in most Christian circles. A short survey of any social media site will show curious onlookers the complicated beliefs and concepts people have about what witchcraft is and how it affects the life of the believer. Some people think it has no effect whatsoever, some think it has a moderate impact, and others believe it has such a great impact, there is no way a believer can survive in a situation where witchcraft is present.... Read more

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2024-12-20T15:52:37-05:00

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A Beginner’s Guide to Preterist Theology

Last updated on: December 20, 2024 at 3:52 pm By Lee Ann B. Marino

The book of Revelation continues to fascinate readers, generation after generation. Even those who aren’t religious or very interested in Bible study take an interest in Revelation. The drama of its contents: heavenly signs and wonders, natural drama, government corruption, and the ultimate fall of evil powers captivates audiences worldwide. For those who read it carefully, many walk away wondering, how does this all play out – and in the long run, what does it mean? Contrary to what many... Read more

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