Psalm 143 is about being in the deepest blackest pit of despair and finding God anyway. It’s about depression, but the particular depression and anguish you feel when you’re confronted with the consequences of your sin.
Which side you take on some basic theological questions makes a world of difference in how you live your life.
A 23-week Bible study on the Old Testament book of 2 Samuel. In 2 Samuel the promise is fulfilled.
A 22-week bible study on the Old Testament book of 1 Samuel. Israel is transformed from a loose band of tribes to a unified kingdom.
If you’re looking for a refresher course on how to study the Bible or want to start learning, Bob Smith’s Basics of Bible Interpretation is still a good choice.
How could a 12-year old astonish the best theologians of his day? Why was the knowledge of Jesus radically different than everyone else?
All through my academic career I rubbed shoulders with people smarter than I. The standard was always higher than I could reach, no matter how I hard I tried. Holiness is like that.
Learn when storytelling strengthens Bible teaching and when it distracts. Discover simple guidelines to use stories with clarity, power, and purpose.
“Rule of In”: a simple tip for healthy small group dynamics. Learn how to welcome newcomers, and keep people in the circle, not pushed out.
Tired of the same old icebreakers? Are you using the same 3 interesting facts about yourself at every gathering? Here are some sample icebreakers to kick start your thinking.
Think about what you’d wish for if you had a genie. Think about what you pray for. How similar are they?
Learn how to avoid plagiarism in Bible study with clear do’s, don’ts, and real examples—when to cite, how to credit sources, and what to change.
Krisan Marotta is a Bible teacher and host of Wednesday in the Word, the podcast about what the Bible means and how we know.