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Amanda McDowell posted an update: Creative Bible Study Methods Lesson 4I like that this […]

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:36:40 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 4

I like that this lesson ended with 3 practical suggestions for your Bible study. It suggests setting a special time in a special place with a starting prayer. For me, my Bible study happens with my morning cup of coffee. I think this may be because I grew up watching my dad (and mentor) reading his Bible at…

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Intercessory PrayerLesson 2In this lesson I learned that […]

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 02:28:54 -0400

Intercessory Prayer

Lesson 2

In this lesson I learned that an intercessor is someone who pleads someone else’s case. I knew intercession was praying for others, but I hadn’t thought of it before as pleading someone’s case. I think it makes me realize that I am too casual in prayer. I do not take seriously enough what prayer is and the process…

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Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:54:04 -0400

I am doing Old Testament Bible Survey now, but look forward to this course next. I am particularly fond of Galations having done a workbook study on it. I am interested to compare that workbook to what I will learn in the courses here.

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chapter 8: Galatians

The Book of Galatians is a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the churches in Galatia. Its main purpose is to defend the true gospel and teach that […]

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Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:51:53 -0400

I always thought of confession as simply stating your sins, feeling bad, and asking for forgiveness. “Agreeing with God about our guilt” is something I plan to think on more. There is still those heavy feelings of regret and sorrow over having sinned. I like that I can take comfort in being in agreement with God. I guess I always thought…

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Lesson 16: The Principle of Confession

Confession is an essential element of true repentance and fellowship with God, directly opposing denial and […]

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Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:46:45 -0400

I have always been taught that this was also God pointing towards the future when He would give His own son for our salvation. It is amazing how connected the Bible is.

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What stands out most about Session 24 on Abraham is the incredible way the details of Genesis 22 connect back to the Garden of Eden and forward to the rest of the Bible. The […]

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Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:06:22 -0400

I am looking forward to this lesson. I know I really struggle with distraction in my prayer time.

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Intercessory prayer can be done individually, in pairs, a small group or as the entire congregation.

There are problems that we should overcome as intercessors:

1. Lack of […]

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Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:04:58 -0400

@jrsolano0115 It has not yet gone over commentaries. I do hope it does though.

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Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 3

This lesson taught me about the difference between a word-for-word translation instead of only a thought-for-thought version of the Bible. […]

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Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:00:16 -0400

I am taking the course Intercessory Prayer and in Lesson 3 it talks about the Royal Priesthood. I am looking forward to learning more on this topic.

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The main scripture associated with this lesson is 2:21-24. It further details how we were created in the Royal Priesthood in the image of God. We are imagers of him. Our Royalty […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Old Testament Bible SurveyLesson 3This lesson is the same […]

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:58:04 -0400

Old Testament Bible Survey

Lesson 3

This lesson is the same as for another course I am taking. I can see how this chapter is a good preparation lesson for what I will learn in each course.

This lesson goes over what languages the Bible was originally written in. The Old Testament was written in Hebrew and Aramaic. The New Testament was written…

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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:34:20 -0400

I also enjoyed learning how the Old Testament was written in Hebrew and Aramaic and how the New Testament was written in Greek. I also really liked learning more about word-by-word translation and thought-by-thought versions.

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Something that really interested and impacted me while working through the lesson was learning that the Bible was originally written in three languages: Greek, Hebrew, […]

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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:26:21 -0400

I regularly use the English Standard Version, but like to compare with other versions as well.

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Creative Bible Study Methods

LESSON 3

The versions of the Bible I knew about the different versions before this course. When I study the Bible I will use the KJV< NKJV< and NIV. I […]

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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:25:12 -0400

I am doing this course, but not yet to this lesson. I am looking forward to learning about repetition in the Bible.

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THE RULE OF REPETITION

All the Bible is divinely inspired. There are no unessential parts of the Bible. Each word is inspired and necessary. For this reason, when something […]

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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:23:06 -0400

Last year I felt really convicted to read through the Bible fully for the first time. I had been a Christian so long, but hadn’t done it. It was such a blessing. I am doing the same thing this year and then next year I plan to do a slower study. It is well worth it!

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Course name – Creative Bible Study Methods; Lesson # – Chapter Two The Books of the Bible What impacted me most about this lesson was how […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Old Testament Bible Survey Lesson 2This chapter is the […]

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:18:07 -0400

Old Testament Bible Survey

Lesson 2

This chapter is the same for another course I am taking: Creative Bible Study Methods. In reviewing this chapter I wanted to pay special attention to the key verse:

Psalm 119:169

“Let my cry come near before thee, O Lord: give me understanding according to thy Word.”

This verse really reminds me that no matter…

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Creative Bible Study Methods Lesson 3This lesson taught […]

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:06:56 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 3

This lesson taught me about the difference between a word-for-word translation instead of only a thought-for-thought version of the Bible. My mentor (and step-father) raised a concern for my use of the New Living Translation for my daily study a few years ago. He bought me an English Standard Version…

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Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:46:12 -0400

Thank you for sharing this. While reading this, I was thinking about different ways to share with my community and different ways others are already doing this.

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Course Leaven-Like Evangelism

Chapter 11 The Methods: Saturation Evangelism

Saturation evangelism is a powerful approach to reaching people with the Gospel because it seeks to […]

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Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:38:05 -0400

After reading your recent posts, this is a lesson I am interested in taking soon. I was raised in the church, but the more I read the more I realize that I will never be done learning. I am looking forward to learning about the patterns and principles. Thank you for sharing!

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Course Kingdom Living

Chapter 6 Patterns and Principles: An Introduction

The Bible is filled with patterns and principles that reveal how the Kingdom of God operates. God has given […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Creative Bible Study Methods Lesson 2I really enjoyed […]

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:27:35 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 2

I really enjoyed the “For Further Study” section of this chapter. I had read through the descriptions of each book of the Bible during the reading, but rewriting the descriptions in my own words was helpful. I found myself inspired to revisit certain books.

In my personal Bible reading, I have just finished…

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:41:37 -0400

I am looking forward to doing this chapter next. I am looking forward to the tips I will learn.

In reply to - Logeni Rajaratnam posted an update This chapter teaches students to understand and appreciate the structure of the Bible. By the end, learners should be able to memorize a key verse, know the number of books […]

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:40:22 -0400

I am taking both courses as well. I also enjoyed repeating the chapter.

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Hello. I am currently taking Creative Bible Study Methods and according the the introduction of this course, Basic Bible Survey is a companion course so I am also […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Old Testament Bible SurveyLesson 1I am also […]

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:38:04 -0400

Old Testament Bible Survey

Lesson 1

I am also taking “Creative Bible Study Methods” which first chapter mirrors this one. I was thankful to revisit it and read again the information.

One thing that stuck out to me was that the Bible means “the books”. The Bible contains 66 books.

I like how this chapter highlights that the Bible contains…

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:25:38 -0400

I too forget to spend time listening during prayer. I will be working on this.

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I have know for a long time that prayer was communication with God. But where I have not ever really been great at is giving God the opportunity to communicate back with me. I […]

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:24:43 -0400

The Good Shepherd and its meaning of safety and love hold a lot of meaning to me.

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Jesus has many names in the Bible. Three names that matter most are The Good Shepherd, Intercessor, and Prince of Peace. These names show who Jesus is and how he […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Intercessory Prayer - Lesson 1I aim to remain wholly […]

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:22:13 -0400

Intercessory Prayer – Lesson 1

I aim to remain wholly honest as I complete these lessons so that I can obtain the growth intended for me by God. In this effort, I must admit that my prayer life lacks. I grew up in a household that prayed at every meal, at every night, and whenever we faced difficulty. As an adult, I rarely pray over my meals…

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:31:36 -0400

I like how you mention the Bible strengthens you.

In reply to - Rhonda Ford-Perry posted an update Something that was interesting about Chapter 1 was the focus scripture: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for […]

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Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:30:12 -0400

I agree that context is important. I am looking forward to learning the six rules when I reach that lesson.

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It was very interesting to me to learn what the phrase “rightly divided” means. I also enjoyed learning the six rules for properly interpreting the Bible. These rules will help me […]

Amanda McDowell posted an update: Creative Bible Study MethodsLesson 1This is my first […]

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:27:33 -0400

Creative Bible Study Methods

Lesson 1

This is my first Lesson here. I chose this as my first course because I am hoping it will lay a good foundation to further learning.

I did not know the Bible meant “the books”. I have read a Bible since I first learned to read, but didn’t know the meaning behind the word.

I like that this lesson talked…