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Chance Carter posted an update: This was a good reminder of things to do before […]

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:45:16 -0400

This was a good reminder of things to do before reading Scripture. It is easy to just open the Bible and begin to read and not even think about what you are doing. This chapter urges the believer to slow down and approach Bible reading prayerfully and in a systematic manner. Not just opening up and reading a chapter here and a chapter there.…

R.C. posted an update: The concept of intertextuality highlights how […]

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:18:21 -0400

The concept of intertextuality highlights how individual texts derive meaning through their connections with other texts. In the case of the Hebrew Bible, this interconnection is vital for understanding its full significance.

One way to visualize this is by imagining the Hebrew Bible as a quilt, composed of diverse pieces or stories from…

R.C. posted an update: The Hebrew Bible, as a mosaic collection of […]

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:19:13 -0400

The Hebrew Bible, as a mosaic collection of scrolls, achieves unity through its diverse yet interconnected parts. The Ketuvim (Writings) function as mini-commentaries, enriching themes found throughout the text. This layered composition is like a family quilt, where each piece from different times adds depth when seen within the whole.

The book…

R.C. posted an update: The Bible’s divinity and authority coexist with its human […]

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:23:09 -0400

The Bible’s divinity and authority coexist with its human compositional process, highlighting its unique nature. The Hebrew Bible, as a collection of diverse texts from different periods, reflects a complex history of compilation and editing.

Each book is not a standalone creation but an organized assembly of preexisting materials, reinterpreted…

Crystal Winfree posted an update: Day 1 of classes for me, I learned that that the […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:45:21 -0400

Day 1 of classes for me, I learned that that the Old testament is not less important than the New Testament. I learned that there is four groups in testament of the Bible. I learned so much I didnt know such as what testment really means. Testament to me just meant old and new but now I know that it means Covenant. There is also 66 books of…

Stephen posted an update: When considering the attributes of God, theologians […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:58:29 -0400

When considering the attributes of God, theologians often classify them into two categories, shared and unshared. Shared attributes are those that God expresses in ways that He also shares, to some degree with His humans, such as human freedom or knowledge. Unshared attributes are those that uniquely belong to God, such as eternity…

Susan posted an update: The death of Christ. Pastor Dave had just returned […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 22:38:38 -0400

The death of Christ. Pastor Dave had just returned from Israel when he gave this lecture and spoke in depth about the place of Jesus’s mocking, beating, and crucifixion. I love learning the history and surroundings of Christ. There is a place called the Tower of Antonio and in the lower level, there is a brick in the wall and in that brick is… Read more

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Chapter 7: Laying On Of HandsThis chapter teaches […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:19:43 -0400

Chapter 7: Laying On Of Hands

This chapter teaches the foundational doctrine of the laying on of hands, exploring its biblical significance in both Old and New Testaments. It explains how this spiritual practice is used for transmitting blessings, imparting spiritual gifts, commissioning ministry leaders, and ministering physical healing…

Pieter van der Merwe and Pieter Zeelie are now connected

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:53:29 -0400

R.C. posted an update: The narrative of Genesis 1-11 presents a profound […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:39:20 -0400

The narrative of Genesis 1-11 presents a profound thematic cycle: creation, escalating failure, de-creation, and re-creation through a remnant. This cycle sets the foundational pattern for God’s interaction with humanity. The story of Abraham mirrors this cycle with deliberate design, unfolding through multiple movements that echo and expand…

R.C. posted an update: The biblical narrative selectively presents events […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:55:26 -0400

The biblical narrative selectively presents events from Avraham and Sarah’s lives to convey purposeful messages. The authors intentionally organize the text into symmetrical sections, often in groups of three, to enhance readers’ understanding through connections, comparisons, and contrasts.

This deliberate structure functions as a communication…

R.C. posted an update: Jesus frequently referenced the Hebrew […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:39:21 -0400

Jesus frequently referenced the Hebrew Scriptures, especially the stories of Abraham and Sarah, to reveal his identity and mission. These patriarchs appear over 115 times in the Bible, underscoring their foundational role in God’s unfolding plan.

Mary’s song in Luke 1 celebrates God’s faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Abraham,…

Darren Blevins posted an update: Coarse New Testament SurveyChapter 21 RevelationJohn […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:56:03 -0400

Coarse New Testament Survey

Chapter 21 Revelation

John wrote this book. This is the final prophesy of the Bible for the world. This book says you will be blessed if you read it. It tells God’s plan for the world. It proves that God always accomplishes His plan and purpose, which is for us to be united.

Darren Blevins posted an update: Coarse New Testament SurveyChapter 20 JudeJude was […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:51:09 -0400

Coarse New Testament Survey

Chapter 20 Jude

Jude was written by Jude ( Jesus brother). He was warning about false teachers. And that we should be aware of God’s true word. That false teachers are even in the Church. We should exam everything against what the Word says in the Bible.

Brandon Dillard posted an update: "The theological method focuses on the study of […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:50:18 -0400

“The theological method focuses on the study of basic Bible doctrines. It is the study of a book or
the Bible as a whole in order to collect, compare, and organize doctrine. “Theology” is the study
of God. The theological method focuses on basic doctrines
(collective teachings) of theology (things pertaining to God).
A theological…

Roscoe Meeks posted an update: Session 15 stood out to me because it revealed that […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:46:14 -0400

Session 15 stood out to me because it revealed that Genesis 2 is about much more than the creation of marriage. The lesson explains that when God says it is “not good” for the human to be alone, the problem is bigger than loneliness. Humanity cannot fully reflect God’s image or fulfill God’s mission as an isolated individual. The one must…

Darren Blevins posted an update: Course New Testament SurveyChapter 19 I,II,III, […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:46:11 -0400

Course New Testament Survey

Chapter 19 I,II,III, John

All three books were written by John of coarse. The first book explains the standards of true fellowship in Jesus Christ and that the standards are based on God’s word. The second was to warn of false doctrine. The third book tells how the life we live tells others around us if we are either…

Darren Blevins posted an update: Course Old Testament SurveyChapter 21 ProverbsProverbs […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:37:55 -0400

Course Old Testament Survey

Chapter 21 Proverbs

Proverbs main author was King Solomon. It was written for the purpose of gaining wisdom, recieving instruction, knowledge, discretion, guidance and understanding. It provides wise principles given by God to man to govern living with others. It teaches what spiritual wisdom looks like compared to worldly wisdom.

Darren Blevins posted an update: Course Old Testament SurveyChapter 20 PsalmsPsalms […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:33:34 -0400

Course Old Testament Survey

Chapter 20 Psalms

Psalms main author was King David. the purpose was for praise and worship. It teaches us that prayer, praise, intercession, and confession are all part of true worship. David’s life was full of ups and downs. Since he honored God even at his lowest he was a man after God’s heart.

Darren Blevins posted an update: Course: Old Testament SurveyChapter 19 JobJob was faced […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:28:48 -0400

Course: Old Testament Survey

Chapter 19 Job

Job was faced with many trials sent by satan and allowed by God. Satan said the only reason that Job honored God was because he never faced hardship. God allowed him to take everything from him. Job’s friends had their reasons why they thought it was happening. But, Job never lost faith. Because of…

Fabian posted an update: Session 14 How Biblical Poetry CommunicatesThis session […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:26:05 -0400

Session 14 How Biblical Poetry Communicates

This session was particularly interesting, especially the analytical exercise on a specific text: Psalm 29. Throughout the passage, we identified patterns of repetition, noting how the opening sections closely relate to the ending. Furthermore, by identifying repeated words, we were able to discover…

Andrea posted an update: GIFT-BASED MOBILIZATIONIn lesson 19 we learn gift‑based […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:09:36 -0400

GIFT-BASED MOBILIZATION

In lesson 19 we learn gift‑based mobilization organizes a church according to the spiritual gifts God gives believers, ensuring each person serves where they are divinely equipped. The lesson outlines the steps of helping members discover their gifts, including identifying ministry needs, and matching people with roles…

Elizabeth Ebeka posted an update: Hello, I need guidance about the courses. Are the list […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:10:20 -0400

Hello, I need guidance about the courses. Are the list in the description of this degree the only courses available? I am asking because the vast majority is OT with 1 course of Jesus and 1 on Holy Spirit. I am not sure, if I am looking in the right place. Thank you in advance.

Steve posted an update in the group Kingdom Encouragers: This verse from Psalm 40 really jumped out at me […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:01:14 -0400

This verse from Psalm 40 really jumped out at me today.

Psalm 40:5 Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders You have done, and the plans You have for us—none can compare to You—if I proclaim and declare them, they are more than I can count.

I think this verse really captures the heart of being grateful.

Ade posted an update: This lesson is about the battle in the mind which is […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:31:33 -0400

This lesson is about the battle in the mind which is the main battle field in spiritual warfare. Its here where Satan tries to seduce us into sin and question the authority of God. He strives to keep unbelievers blind to the gospel using depresson, discouragement and withdrawal among his tactics. Again, God has equipped us to deal with this…

Ade posted an update: This lesson is about the combat zone in spiritual […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:23:31 -0400

This lesson is about the combat zone in spiritual warfare. Unlike physical warfare this is combat zone is in hearts and minds as Satan throws everything he as at them using the flesh to tempt us away from Godly behaviour and endeavours. It is critical that we keep our minds and hearts on God and not stray into worldy behaviours as Satan would…

Ade posted an update: This lesson shows the natural parallel between […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:16:41 -0400

This lesson shows the natural parallel between physical warfare and spiritual warfare. The principles are all the same, the battle fields are in different places, in spiritual warfare the human mind is the main battlefield. Objectives and strategies are the same, as is the need for preparation, if we aren’t prepared going into spiritual warfare…

R.C. posted an update: The tension between God’s justice and mercy is central to […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 05:14:54 -0400

The tension between God’s justice and mercy is central to the biblical narrative, beginning with Genesis 1-11. God’s just judgment against Cain for his sin is clear. Cain faces exile as a consequence.

Yet, God’s mercy is equally evident in protecting Cain’s life, preventing harm from others. This is not a contradiction but a profound…

R.C. posted an update: Genesis 1-11 reveals a cyclical design pattern that […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 04:40:21 -0400

Genesis 1-11 reveals a cyclical design pattern that shapes the foundation of the entire biblical story leading to Jesus. This section introduces key themes repeated throughout Scripture: God’s generous gift, human rebellion causing exile and curse, and God’s just consequences combined with mercy and hope for a new generation.

Each cycle shows…

R.C. posted an update: The Bible can be understood as a photo mosaic, made […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 03:55:13 -0400

The Bible can be understood as a photo mosaic, made of smaller textual parts that together form a unified, overarching message. Biblical authors purposely use recurring scenes with small modifications to emphasize significant themes throughout the story.

This artistic approach makes the Bible a carefully created masterwork, much like a…

James posted an update: To be a truly effective force for God, a church should […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:59:59 -0400

To be a truly effective force for God, a church should be organized on the basis of spiritual gifts.
Spiritual gifts equip us for the work of the ministry. Every corporate ministry should be organized and mobilized on the basis of these special abilities given by God for the work of the
ministry.

R.C. posted an update: Considering the Hebrew Bible as a product of a […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:49:30 -0400

Considering the Hebrew Bible as a product of a minority faithful to Yahweh, writing over centuries to critique their nation’s leaders, offers a richer, more complex understanding. It reveals the text as not just a unified religious document but a dynamic dialogue reflecting struggles over identity, faithfulness, and power.

This perspective…

R.C. posted an update: The first three mentions of the Bible’s writing in the […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:09:16 -0400

The first three mentions of the Bible’s writing in the Torah reveal its core purpose: to tell the story of God’s rescue and formation of a people, inviting them into a covenant partnership to represent Him.

The Bible documents how God called and shaped this community, establishing a relationship grounded in faithfulness and responsibility. It…

R.C. posted an update: The Bible’s diverse writings reveal a unique partnership […]

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:16:24 -0400

The Bible’s diverse writings reveal a unique partnership between humanity and God, illustrating that divine inspiration works through human authors rather than bypassing them. Biblical texts emphasize the Spirit’s collaboration with human agents, highlighting that the spiritual and physical realms intersect rather than stand apart.

This view…

Eric Miller posted an update: God used a burning bush to talk to Moses in the […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:31:45 -0400

God used a burning bush to talk to Moses in the Old Testament, but does God use miraculous ways still today? That is the main question of this chapter, and I feel that how he communicates with us today whether it is through scripture, a message at church, someone talking to you. It is all miraculous and awesome that he wants to talk to…

Andrea posted an update: A TALE OF THREE CITIES In lesson 18 we learn about […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:26:27 -0400

A TALE OF THREE CITIES

In lesson 18 we learn about how Israel conquered most of Canaan but left a few giants in Gaza, Gath, and Ashdod, which later became sources of major trouble. In Gaza, Samson fell, In Ashdod the Ark was captured and God’s glory departed, in Gath Goliath arose and held Israel hostage in fear. Unconquered giants are symbolic…

Andrea posted an update: AFTER ACHORIn lesson 17 we learn that Israel’s defeat at […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:25:51 -0400

AFTER ACHOR

In lesson 17 we learn that Israel’s defeat at Ai revealed four causes of spiritual failure, violating God’s principles, pride, relying on natural perception, and prayerlessness. These led to fear, despondency, questioning, and fleeing before the enemy. Yet God provides a remedy for recovery, revelation of the true problem,…

Andrea posted an update: PRINCIPLES OF PENETRATIONIn lesson 16 we learn how […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:25:07 -0400

PRINCIPLES OF PENETRATION

In lesson 16 we learn how Joshua mobilized 40,000 people to cross the Jordan and advance into Canaan, demonstrating that God brings His people out of bondage to bring them into promise. Israel learned to reject unbelief, prepare for war, know and confront the enemy, and rely on God’s presence rather than natural…

Elizabeth Ebeka posted an update: Wow, I truly enjoyed this lesson about the languages of […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:22:49 -0400

Wow, I truly enjoyed this lesson about the languages of the Bible. I have been studying the Word for 3 decades and only now have gained the assurance about the original languages of the scriptures. I use several versions when I study, and I also have Logos software, but I was pleasantly surprised to learn about the additional features.…

Elizabeth Ebeka posted an update: What stood out to me as a bible teacher already […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:16:28 -0400

What stood out to me as a bible teacher already is emphasizing the two-step process of reading the bible. I am a strong advocate of believers reading the bible for themselves. I think this is quite useful. My experience reading the bible for myself was quite different. I started reading as a new believer from day 1 of my conversion. But the…

Elizabeth Ebeka posted an update: The approach the bible project used to convey the need […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:08:11 -0400

The approach the bible project used to convey the need for this course was truly inspired. Who could have thought that we could start a Master’s in Ministry with a course that uses quotes from a parody about Alice in Wonderland! I just loved it. Using Jabberwocky brought home the idea that even unfamiliar words can convey meaning based on the…

Chance Carter posted an update: Creative Bible Study MethodsLesson 1I enjoyed […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:52:20 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 1

I enjoyed reading chapter 1. It was a basic introduction that wasn’t new to me. I have studied the Bible for over 10 years. However, it was a great reminder of how the Bible is unified now. It proves there must have been one author because, with 66 books, 40-plus authors, over 1,500 years, and not a…

Misael Elias Vargas Bocaney posted an update: Chapter 4: Faith Toward GodThis chapter establishes […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:12:37 -0400

Chapter 4: Faith Toward God

This chapter establishes that true faith is not mere optimism or intellectual assent, but a deep certainty of the heart. Using Abraham as the ultimate biblical model, it explains how hearing and believing God’s promises leads to an unshakeable trust. Ultimately, this faith is presented as an indispensable requirement…

Chance Carter posted an update: Just wanted to drop in and say a quick hi! I am a […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:53:45 -0400

Just wanted to drop in and say a quick hi! I am a new student just starting my studies here at OBI in the Christian Ministry Certificate program. I plan to continue on with my studies as far as I can go.

Roscoe Meeks posted an update: What stood out most to me in Session 14 was how […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:36:22 -0400

What stood out most to me in Session 14 was how it completely changed my understanding of the tree of the knowledge of good and bad. Instead of seeing it as simply a tree about choosing between good and evil, the session explained that it represents a choice about whose wisdom we trust. Adam and Eve were not forbidden from ever gaining wisdom…

Aaron House posted an update: The Ministry of the Holy Spirit All believers are gifted […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:29:13 -0400

The Ministry of the Holy Spirit

All believers are gifted in some way, but not all believers will have

the same gifts or spiritual abilities. The Lord knows who will use

their gifts wisely. There are those that would take the gift that God

has given them and misuse it. That is my own personal opinion.

I believe that such gifts as the word…

Noel Card posted an update: This session continued talking about repeated words […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:18:58 -0400

This session continued talking about repeated words and phrases, focusing on lead words (leitwort in German; session 23) as words or word-roots that a repeated in order to give a structure to the text. Here, the focus was on the word “good” (Hebrew “tov”) in the early parts of Genesis. In Genesis 1, God saw aspects of His creation as…

Katherine Marin-Blanco posted an update: By just reading the first chapter I've learned so […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:40:00 -0400

By just reading the first chapter I’ve learned so much already. I’ve never really “studied” the Bible to learn its story, I’ve just always known that The Bible was a book with God’s word. I knew of The Old and New Testament, but I didn’t know that The Old Testament meant to be the original agreement with man and The New Testament is the…

Luanne Jones posted an update: Creative Bible Study Methods, Lesson 1: What resonated […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:20:20 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods, Lesson 1: What resonated with me deepest from this lesson was a familiar truth that has now been beautifully enlightened. I was reminded of how, in the Old Testament, mankind relied on the blood of sacrifices of animals to find forgiveness of sin. But the New Testament changes everything: through the birth,…

Pieter Zeelie posted an update: I never even considered reading the introduction to […]

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:04:39 -0400

I never even considered reading the introduction to each book as I am reading the ESV, until today. This gives a quick view of what to expect. Just by reading this I already have more interest in reading more. The verse that stood out is about how to drink milk first and when matured, you will be reading to eat the meat. Start small but do…