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Ajagbe Olatunde Ayoade posted an update: To grow in biblical literacy is to learn how to read […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:16:45 -0400

To grow in biblical literacy is to learn how to read the Bible as it was written: an ancient library of 66 books that tells one unified story of God’s rescue. It is more than memorizing verses or collecting moral lessons. It is learning to see the whole plot, so that individual passages make sense within it. Growing in literacy corrects this.…

Brandon Raley posted an update: Lesson 8 of Sword Sharpening helped me look at temptation […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:11:01 -0400

Lesson 8 of Sword Sharpening helped me look at temptation in a different way. The serpent’s goal was to cause rebellion against God, and temptation can still do something similar to us today. It can make us question God’s Word and think we know better. The best way to stand against temptation is to know and stand on what God says. I also…

Jason posted an update: In the Unseen Realm 101, with Dr. Heiser, he speak a lot […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:21:46 -0400

In
the Unseen Realm 101, with Dr. Heiser, he speak a lot of how we are to read the
bible in context. There are a lot of
interesting facts that he shares in this class.
Context, is the biggest way we should approach reading the bible. What this means is, what was the context in
which it was, how it was and who it was written. Dr. Hesier…

Dominic Otieno posted an update: From the unshared attributes of God I've learnt about […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:19:37 -0400

From the unshared attributes of God I’ve learnt about the immutability. This has taught me how our God does not change but still responds to us differently according to our actions. This is explained well in the Hebrew word “naham”. This word means to regret or to relent. God reacts to us according to our actions. If we repent he will… Read more

Stephen Karwenji and Gezahegn are now connected

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:18:25 -0400

Roscoe Meeks posted an update: Session 3 really stands out to me because it changed the […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:14:43 -0400

Session 3 really stands out to me because it changed the way I think about reading Scripture. I was especially excited by the idea that biblical literature is designed for meditation, where we compare one story, word, character, or scene with another to discover deeper meaning. The example from Genesis 1 showed me how much I can miss when I…

Jeff Shott posted an update: Session 5 continues with the theme of the messages that […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:27:52 -0400

Session 5 continues with the theme of the messages that are at the “seams” of the dead Sea Scrolls and the intentional ordering of the books of the TaNaK. The premise is that the ending of one book, leads to clues as to the beginning of the next one in sequence.

An example of this would be Deuteronomy chapter 34, the end of the Torah. Moses…

Jeff Shott posted an update: What an outstanding session. So much revelation of […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:06:05 -0400

What an outstanding session. So much revelation of the order, shape and “textual hyperlinks” from one scroll to another.

The Dead Sea Scrolls preserve the “technology” of scroll making during the pre-Christian period, revealing what the Hebrew Bible would have looked like in the time of Jesus and the Apostles.

The Dead Sea Scrolls were…

Roscoe Meeks posted an update: Session 2 really stands out to me because it helped […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:17:16 -0400

Session 2 really stands out to me because it helped me understand the Joseph story as part of a much larger pattern throughout the Bible. I was especially excited by the “symphony” idea, where the early stories of Genesis introduce melodies that continue to repeat with different characters and circumstances. Seeing the connections between…

Roscoe Meeks posted an update: What excites me most about Session 1 is realizing that […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:11:15 -0400

What excites me most about Session 1 is realizing that the story of Joseph and his brothers is much bigger than I originally thought. I have always known Joseph as the young man who was betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and eventually became a ruler in Egypt, but this session helped me see how carefully his story is connected to…

Rebecca Rodriguez Mojica posted an update: Good Morning everyone,As I reflect on today's Bible […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:05:56 -0400

Good Morning everyone,

As I reflect on today’s Bible verse of the day I am reminded of how important it is to take responsibility for our emotions. Instead of letting hurt turn into a quiet grudge or an explosive fight, we are called to seek peace before the day ends. Letting go of anger through forgiveness keeps our hearts soft and stops…

Barbra Odari posted an update: CHAPTER FOURTEENVERSE STUDYVerse study has been […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:27:56 -0400

CHAPTER FOURTEEN

VERSE STUDY

Verse study has been as interesting as the previous studies;book study, chapter study and paragraph study. But two things have stood out for me in this particular chapter:

i) Context. Up until today, I have always thought that the context of the verse means studying what has preceded the particular verse. Today I…

Shaojun Wang posted an update: It is interesting to note that Prayer is when man talks […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:22:34 -0400

It is interesting to note that Prayer is when man talks with God and God talks with man. Often time we have the tendency to talk to God but do not take time to listen. And not all prayers are answered immediately. Some delayed at times, some different from our desires and some beyond our expectations. Hence, at times, we will need to seek…

Jeff Shott posted an update: Dr. Mackie stated the goal of the course "is to engage […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:21:37 -0400

Dr. Mackie stated the goal of the course “is to engage the Bible’s first story in a way that honors our unique life experiences without simply imparting those experiences into the Biblical narrative.”

What a big goal! We all have an essential view of the universe-how it was formed and our place in it. And intentionally or unintentionally,our…

Jason posted an update: Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds of the NEw […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:53:15 -0400

Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds of the NEw Testaments: Module 6: Storeis and Traditions, Part II, is a continuation of the apocryphal writings to help us inform our understanting and context of the New Testament. Module 6 of the Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds of the New Testament is an engaging lecture with Dr. Matthew Halstead. … Read more

Andrew posted an update: The lesson covers all three books of John. I was […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 01:18:23 -0400

The lesson covers all three books of John. I was reminded of how it is questioned whether it is the same John that Jesus loved (the apostle). Regardless, all three of the books are a quick reminder of how God is Light and God is Love. It is a reminder to stay strong in the face of those who know you are a beleiver, but deny God to you openly…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 18;Dispensational and Covenantal Theologies […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:50:45 -0400

Lesson 18;

Dispensational and Covenantal Theologies

This lecture provides an exhaustive comparison of the two primary hermeneutical frameworks used to interpret Scripture and history: dispensationalism and covenant theology. Dispensationalism views history as structured into distinct administrative time periods where God tests mankind…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 17: The Last Time God Speaks Focusing on the Book […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:11:37 -0400

Lesson 17:

The Last Time God Speaks
Focusing on the Book of Revelation, this session presents the final major way God communicates His sovereign plan for human history. Shirley unpacks how the Apocalypse serves as a book of future prophecy, utilizing Old Testament symbolism to assure persecuted believers of ultimate spiritual victory. The… Read more

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 16:The Living Epistles This lesson explores how […]

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:11:09 -0400

Lesson 16:

The Living Epistles
This lesson explores how the epistles bridge historical redemptive acts with daily Christian living by explaining the believer’s profound union with Christ. Pastor Dave Shirley emphasizes that true salvation is anchored in a new relationship with a risen Savior, where Christians are united with Him “in…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 3: The Holy Spirit in the WorldThe Holy […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:53:06 -0400

Lesson 3: The Holy Spirit in the World

The Holy Spirit actively works within an unregenerate world by reproving humanity in three vital areas: sin, righteousness, and judgment. He convicts the world of sin because of unbelief in Jesus Christ, highlights true righteousness by pointing to the standard and ascension of Jesus, and demonstrates…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 2: Third Person of the TrinityThe triunity of […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:52:40 -0400

Lesson 2: Third Person of the Trinity

The triunity of God remains a profound mystery beyond finite human comprehension, yet Scripture clearly testifies that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are co-equal, co-eternal, and of one substance. From the plural Hebrew name Elohim and the Spirit’s active presence in creation to explicit…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 1: The Person of the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:38:09 -0400

Lesson 1: The Person of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is not a mere impersonal force, essence, or breeze, but the third person of the divine Trinity, possessing will, intelligence, and emotions. Scripture ascribes distinct personal pronouns and intentional actions to Him, such as speaking, teaching, guiding, and interceding for believers.…

Matsoeu Mary Lepota posted an update: Chapter SixThis Book was written by Moses to Israelites […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:03:12 -0400

Chapter Six

This Book was written by Moses to Israelites the purpose was to record the deliverance of Israelites from slavery and to document their existence as a nation. The moral laws and guidelines designed to reflect Gods holiness.

The interesting part for me was the Tabernacle plan it is mentioned that it was an important place because it…

Don posted an update: What stood out to me from the course Introduction […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:32:35 -0400

What stood out to me from the course Introduction to Theological Anthropology’s Module 09 was the reflection on what it means to be male and female as image-bearers of God through a biblical perspective rooted in Scripture. Reflecting on this has challenged my perception of sexuality and gender and affected my personal view of who we are as…

Don posted an update: Having completed Module 08 | Old Testament […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 16:10:05 -0400

Having completed Module 08 | Old Testament Historicity: Introduction, I was faced with a challenge to my pre-existing assumptions concerning how I measure historical reliability. The module begins with a simple analogy about a portrait of a person with an extra finger that strikes me as deceptively straightforward but actually causes my world…

R.C. posted an update: Genesis 43 presents reconciliation as a movement from […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:50:02 -0400

Genesis 43 presents reconciliation as a movement from hidden faces to restored relationship. Yoseph’s warning, “You cannot see my face,” recalls Yaaqov’s encounter at Peniel, where seeing God face-to-face results in mercy and life. It also anticipates Yaaqov’s reconciliation with Esau, revealing that peace with one’s brother reflects peace…

Jason posted an update: In Session 4 of the Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:14:17 -0400

In Session 4 of the Jewish and Greco-Roman Backgrounds of the New Testament, Dr. Matthew Halstead articulates the Jewish Messianism in the Jewish culture, and the Old Testament. There was a hope in Jewish thought that a savior will come. He has come—That is Jesus Christ. Before anything else, it should be understood that Genesis 11-12 is the…

R.C. posted an update: Reuven’s lament over their brother’s blood echoes the […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:06:29 -0400

Reuven’s lament over their brother’s blood echoes the ancient motif of innocent blood crying out for justice, tracing back to Cain and Abel. Yoseph’s translator, termed a “mediator,” aligns with prophets who intercede between God and Israel, highlighting the role of divine-human communication. The Bible’s portrayal of humanity is nuanced,…

Dominic Otieno posted an update: This study has helped me grow in a deeper, more […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:18:53 -0400

This study has helped me grow in a deeper, more personal knowledge of God. I was most impacted by learning about God’s incomprehensibility. I knew that God is greater than human beings, but now I find myself continually aware of how limited my understanding is compared with God’s wisdom and ways. Isaiah 55:9, which says God’s thoughts and… Read more

R.C. posted an update: In the biblical narrative, Binyamin’s rise as the beloved […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 13:44:43 -0400

In the biblical narrative, Binyamin’s rise as the beloved son signifies a shift in paternal affection, replacing Yoseph in their father’s heart. Yoseph’s encounter with his brothers is marked by an intricate test rather than mere vengeance. By accusing them of “looking upon the nakedness” of the land, Yoseph evokes the sin of Ham,…

Jeff Shott posted an update: Session 3 of Intro to the Hebrew Bible takes us from […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:14:18 -0400

Session 3 of Intro to the Hebrew Bible takes us from what Jesus and the Apostles believed the ancient writings were, to how they took shape and how we we them in the order they are in now.

We as modern day Christians call the Hebrew Bible the “Old Testament”. However that term was not used until around the 3rd century. Jesus and the Apostles…

Roger Morrison posted an update: One of my favorite topics concerning GOD'S Word is […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 09:45:11 -0400

One of my favorite topics concerning GOD’S Word is what’s not contained within it and chapter 8 does a masterful job in determining some truths. Questions like, does it glorify God and does it promote spiritual growth get to the heart of the matter when seeking HIS guidance concerning things such as smoking and even masturbation. Topics we tend…

Samuel G. posted an update: Good morning everyone. My name is Samuel G. Yeah, I […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:01:52 -0400

Good morning everyone. My name is Samuel G. Yeah,
I just completed the Bible Institute Introduction course.
I learned that studying God’s Word daily helps me to know Christ more deeply, like in Psalm 86:11 “Teach me Your way, O Lord”.
I am excited to continue learning and grow in my faith. God bless you all.

Shadrack posted an update: This lesson taught me about weak roots, meaning verbs […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:53:54 -0400

This lesson taught me about weak roots, meaning verbs that do not fit into the standard paradigm of qal that I’ve been learning since Lesson 6. Until now, everything has been following the regular pattern of the sample root ק-ט-ל (qatal, “kill”), but seeing how gutturals and III-Alef roots interrupt this pattern is an interesting…

Kenneth York posted an update: Lesson 1 teaches us about the Bible's origin, […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:49:35 -0400

Lesson 1 teaches us about the Bible’s origin, the scriptures tells us how the Bible was constructed and how God help to inspire the word. The Bible actually records what it’s use is. God’s agreement with the Jews before Christ came was a perfect lamb had to be sacrificed, and after Christ came we had him as the offering and we now do not have…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 15: God Speaks in His SonGod spoke a final, […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:37:55 -0400

Lesson 15: God Speaks in His Son

God spoke a final, ultimate time in His Son, Jesus Christ. This incarnation was the method God chose to sum up and fulfill all that He had said in the past—through the Law, Prophets, and Poetic Books—and all He would say in the future. Jesus, the express image of God, revealed the Father’s heart perfectly. His… Read more

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 14: God Speaks Through the ProphetsGod spoke a […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:32:35 -0400

Lesson 14: God Speaks Through the Prophets
God spoke a fourth time through the prophets, from Isaiah to Malachi. This was a response to a profound crisis where Israel had broken the moral law and corrupted the ceremonial law, severing their relationship with God. The prophets were sent to diagnose this deep spiritual adultery and call the nation… Read more

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Lesson 13: The Poetic: During the peak of the […]

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:11:38 -0400

Lesson 13: The Poetic:

During the peak of the Davidic theocracy, God spoke a third time through the poetic books: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon. The great need was to move truth from an external, legal system into the inner lives of men, establishing it in the heart. This section of Scripture provides a divine…

Don posted an update: A truly formative and challenging learning […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 22:02:22 -0400

A truly formative and challenging learning experience, completing module 08 of “Introduction to Theological Anthropology” has given me a deeper understanding of how Christian anthropology interacts with and speaks prophetically to culture. This module forces you to critically consider that the issues regarding human identity, purpose and…

Don posted an update: With the completion of module 07 | The Historical Adam […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:43:55 -0400

With the completion of module 07 | The Historical Adam and Eve, I experienced a paradigm shift. Prior to this module, my thought process regarding science and scripture was in an “either or” mind-set: the text either holds scientifically-and evolutionary data does not apply to the text-or science must apply and then the text is inaccurate…

Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesGod uses individuals, nations, […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:33:31 -0400

Management by Objectives

God uses individuals, nations, Jesus Christ, the holy Spirit, and the church as instruments to accomplish his purpose and plans. God uses everything that he can to bring people into the Kingdom of God.

Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesLesson 2Gods divine purpose is […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:31:12 -0400

Management by Objectives

Lesson 2

Gods divine purpose is that all people experience forgiveness of sins through Christ, be brought into right relationships with him, and become part of the Kingsom of God.

Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesLesson 1Management by objectives […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:28:56 -0400

Management by Objectives

Lesson 1

Management by objectives is important bwcause it privides purpose and sirection, permits you to make decisions, establishes priorities for ministry, permits you to act rather than react, makes you accountanle, permits evaluation, peits wise use of spiritual reaources, prepares you to open doors, and brings your…

Jeremy Rockstroh posted an update: Session 24 showed how repetition, structure, and design […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:28:50 -0400

Session 24 showed how repetition, structure, and design can reveal deeper meaning in biblical narratives to us. The story of the widow and Elisha in 2 Kings 4 shows how repeated words and actions create an organized structure. The story begins with death and debt and ends with life and the payment of debt. The repeated instructions concerning… Read more

Jeremy Rockstroh posted an update: Session 23 focused on how repeated words function as […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:25:41 -0400

Session 23 focused on how repeated words function as a thread that connect different parts of biblical narratives. Martin Buber’s concept of the “lead word,” or Leitwort, is used to explain how a word or the root of a word can become important through repetition. Because Hebrew words are often built from three-letter roots, related forms of a… Read more

Jeremy Rockstroh posted an update: Session 22 explained how the Hebrew Bible creates […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:23:39 -0400

Session 22 explained how the Hebrew Bible creates unity through patterns, repetition, and connections between different stories. A photo mosaic is used as an example. Many small images combine to create one larger or unified picture, while each individual image still has its own meaning. In a similar way, biblical stories connect to one… Read more

Sharine Hill posted an update: The introduction to the Bible Institute offers a wide […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:33:17 -0400

The introduction to the Bible Institute offers a wide range of learning opportunities for each student, giving insight and clear instructions as to what is expected of students and what students can expect in this diverse learning environment.

The integrity of the platform is an important aspect and is conducive to learning to help students…

R.C. posted an update: Yoseph’s emergence from the pit, marked by shaving and new […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:10:12 -0400

Yoseph’s emergence from the pit, marked by shaving and new garments, symbolizes a transformative transition, as shaving in the Bible often signals life changes. Pharaoh’s doubled dream confirms a divine reality, mirroring the broader pattern of doubling in Yoseph’s story. Yoseph is portrayed as a new Noah, with Pharaoh’s house serving as an…

R.C. posted an update: Dreams and visions in Genesis serve as a foundation […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:27:42 -0400

Dreams and visions in Genesis serve as a foundation for later apocalyptic literature, highlighting their vital role in biblical thought. The recurring three-day period signals impending tests within the narrative. Yoseph’s story features many paired events and repetitions, emphasizing deeper unified realities and drawing attention to the…

R.C. posted an update: Yoseph’s role in Genesis is complex, embodying both the […]

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:32:35 -0400

Yoseph’s role in Genesis is complex, embodying both the forbidden tree and the human tested by God’s voice. Biblical authors skillfully use keywords and repetition, such as “laugh” and Isaac’s name, to evoke earlier narratives like the binding of Isaac and Cain and Abel, creating cyclical storytelling. The juxtaposition of Potiphar’s wife,…