Online Bible Institute | Melanie | Activity https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/members/melanielindsey/activity/ Activity feed for Melanie. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:38:37 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.4.3 en-US 30 hourly 2 36ad0aec395a8a3cfdd7d59989a8e807 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87164/#acomment-87184 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:40:24 -0400 This si something i didnt know about dreams. I have suspected it. So, its kinda cool to see it in print.

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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 […]

]]> 3ffca69adb3693593f02a40529185917 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87167/#acomment-87183 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:37:51 -0400 Shaving symbolises transition. I don’t know that, but I guess that makes sense.

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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 […]

]]> b10fe719fdde771ca4978909be9a764f Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87170/#acomment-87182 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:36:59 -0400 This is a great school! I love it.

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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 […]

]]> 3af9c07138a83e1d107b5777889f85dc Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87174/#acomment-87181 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:36:18 -0400 Very awesome.

In reply to - Jeremy Rockstroh posted an update 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 […] ]]> f7bc84fe66ea4993fa3549d54b69c2a9 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87175/#acomment-87180 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 21:35:25 -0400 I wonder if the use of repetition of words began back in Bible days. It’s possible that is the case.

In reply to - Jeremy Rockstroh posted an update 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 […] ]]> 92220bbad6f5b0605cd74589fab9f262 Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesGod uses individuals, nations, […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87179/ 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.

]]> 1 6fa5210aa861617501e5af947c3a57e9 Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesLesson 2Gods divine purpose is […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87178/ 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.

]]> 0 a956da7a59ec1f564045b4bca85e2c68 Melanie posted an update: Management by ObjectivesLesson 1Management by objectives […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87177/ 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…

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]]> 1 b4171ed9364dffd3117d96c21f2d68f6 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87056/#acomment-87085 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:55:19 -0400 I love Genesis. There’s so much to that chapter of the Bible.

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I liked how this lesson broke down the book of Genesis because Genesis is such an important book! We learn where everything came from, we learn of sin, and we learn so much […]

]]> 6e5b8c8567dce5aff76de6da5d5c4f87 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87059/#acomment-87084 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:53:29 -0400 Nice summary.

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Exodus shows us the deliverance of the Israelites from the Egyptians. We see important people such as Moses and Aaron come onto the scene who God would use for this purpose. As […]

]]> 48c36b38e2f759e634d8b8560cc572cf Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87062/#acomment-87083 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:52:39 -0400 And it is still happening today. Leaders are still abusing the power they hold, and there are less checks and balances to change things.

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Even though Peter states these in his 2nd letter, he is reminding leaders of churches in Asia Minor about the dangers of corruption within the leadership and their distorted theology. […]

]]> c179d0637ae6f392fb09fdb71bfde3f5 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87065/#acomment-87081 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:51:36 -0400 Context and structure are both essential.

In reply to - Travis Owens posted an update Creative Bible Study Methods – Lesson 7 Studying the Rule of Environmental Context in Chapter 7 is such a great reminder of why background context is essential when reading […] ]]> 01fbcb819b5924a1ba4963f76787f930 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87068/#acomment-87080 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:51:14 -0400 Definitely be careful not to get caught up in wickedness of any kind.

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Though Peter covers a few topics regarding the dangers of false teachings and corrupt leaders, his final two verses are the most important warning. We are mature enough to recognize […]

]]> 2a1af1370ab5c2684aaed2462e43ea36 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87072/#acomment-87079 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:50:41 -0400 Context and structure are both very important.

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Creative Bible Study Methods – Lesson 8

​Working through Chapter 8 was a great reminder of how important literary context and structure are when studying the Bible. It is easy to […]

]]> 092520358644904b845b50d5ced02e8e Melanie posted an update: Biblical managementChapter 11Abraham, Moses, King […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87077/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:50:15 -0400 Biblical management

Chapter 11

Abraham, Moses, King David, Jonah, Joshua, and Peter were all biblical examples of great lwaders who triumphed over their failures. Samson, Uzziah, Saul, Eli, and Judas were all biblical examples of men whose lives ended in failure. The guidelines for tuening failure into success sre revealing, repenting,…

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]]> 1 5f32a39d067ae7a9ada4037dca20c6e8 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 10Eight principles of […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/87075/ Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:47:44 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 10

Eight principles of training discussed in the study of Jesus and his disciples are association, consecration, cision, instruction, demonstration, participation, supervision, and delegation. A disciple is not anove his teacher, but everyone when he is fulky taught will be like his father. Like 6:50. This verse…

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]]> 2 c3232f520034c9d102fbbd4fcf89268e Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86894/#acomment-86915 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:32:16 -0400 Goodness always benefits…even if we can’t see how.

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The most important part of the lesson is in applying Good to a situation. In Luke 6:45, Jesus tells us that our commitments as the things we store up in our hearts. Our desire […]

]]> df5ba9ce59ee7185be04c4bde714d294 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86896/#acomment-86914 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:31:38 -0400 Agreed. Sometimes, faith can be difficult.

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Session 24 stands out to me because it forces us to confront some of the darkest realities of human behavior rather than giving us an easy or comfortable picture of faith. I […]

]]> 0395303a6acd6a78bc07c2a71883b2c7 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86900/#acomment-86913 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:30:36 -0400 Words are more powerful than any of us realize! Careful what you speak into existence.

In reply to - Jeff Jacinto posted an update Words are powerful. With our words, we can wish someone well, which is called a benediction, or wish someone harm, which is called a malediction. Sometimes, we do not notice that […] ]]> 5dd5e16cd7b290e32c2c473f34c39f5d Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86901/#acomment-86912 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:29:55 -0400 That is one of my absolute favorite songs!

In reply to - Jeff Jacinto posted an update Genesis 10 tells how Noah’s sons became the fathers of many nations. Though they were divided into different peoples, they all came from one family. This reminds me of Isaiah 11, […] ]]> e2936aaaf9e69786fc80e65527e9cc5d Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86902/#acomment-86911 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:29:12 -0400 Agreed. Completely foolish they were.

In reply to - Jeff Jacinto posted an update Genesis 11 teaches us about greatness and where it truly comes from. The people planned to build a tower that would reach the heavens. They said, “Let us make a name for […] ]]> d02652112139fb492b9ecbf8e1bf1855 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86903/#acomment-86910 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:28:36 -0400 I can completely understand. I have been through this as well.

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“My sheep hear my voice and I know them and they follow me.”

I struggled throughout my time while running away from GOD wandering if i could still be one of HIS sheep because […]

]]> eacfa9e8e733a9a5070553f4719121a9 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86904/#acomment-86909 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:27:27 -0400 Melchizedek is a character that I enjoy studying. I think there is a lot to Melchizedek that I miss or possibly do not understand. I think he is a very important person.

In reply to - Jeff Jacinto posted an update The meeting of Abraham and Melchizedek shows both kingship and priesthood. Rashi, following the Jewish tradition in Nedarim 32b, identifies Melchizedek as Shem, the son of Noah. […] ]]> a951aa60f97f75356f8d76e37c9b7801 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86905/#acomment-86908 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:25:41 -0400 Everyone must endure suffering, but I’ve ember told my whole life that God doesn’t waste a hurt.

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Suffering in the Christians life

Job, the servant of God said “Mankind is born for trouble as surely as sparks to fly upward”. No one can avoid suffering. However, more often […]

]]> bd6f25bd660e0bf72683a5f2801167ca Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 8There are seven guidelines […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86907/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:24:47 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 8

There are seven guidelines for decision making. First, we ahould identify the problem. Second, we need to follow the model for decision making. A midel is an example pf something. Third, we should list and identify what our options are. Fourth, we need to wisely choose the coreect solition. Fifth, we need to…

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]]> 0 7a35602debb4243324d20adcfd36e4a7 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementChapter 7Major Responsibilities […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86906/ Wed, 09 Sep 2026 06:19:31 -0400 Biblical Management

Chapter 7

Major Responsibilities of leaders who perfect believers for the work of the ministry are setting an example, caring, leading, decision making, handling conflicts and discipline, analyzes the environment, identifying purpose, planning, and implementing plans. All of these things are neccessary responsibilities…

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]]> 0 5eae148bc5a5b2397d88850dc0cb7908 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86790/#acomment-86811 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:15:04 -0400 Awesome way to study the Bible!

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Key Verse: “Let my cry come near before thee, O Lord; give me understanding according to Thy Word.” (Psalm 119:169)

I found this lesson provided excellent guidelines for understanding […]

]]> c0ae7a980553962c06c2ef98be553158 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86792/#acomment-86810 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:14:07 -0400 This is all so true and not something that I think a lot about when writing. I should think about this more often and choose my words wisely.

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How we understand and use words can impact the reader if we stick to the dictionary of our minds, thinking words have only one meaning. When we know who the intended audience […]

]]> e44bc3a243cf2633650a63e5e10997a5 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86795/#acomment-86809 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:12:37 -0400 Such an amazing God we have

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Lesson 13: The Mercy of God

Lesson thirteen deeply addresses the mercy of God as an essential attribute that defines not only His acts, but His very person. The […]

]]> 7456913dec3dd267ff167c2a13b92ae3 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86796/#acomment-86808 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:11:58 -0400 Gods way, Gods will, Gods time!

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Lesson 14: The Patience of God

The fourteenth study explores divine patience, understood as God’s long-suffering and character toward people, being “slow to anger”. […]

]]> a74318db27e5be343fd85dd8c5816089 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86797/#acomment-86807 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:11:23 -0400 It’s so amazing to think of such a wonderful, perfect love. I can’t wait to be loved so fully.

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Lesson 15: The Love of God

The fifteenth lesson analyzes the love of God based on the epistles of John, reminding us that this love is a divine resource that […]

]]> 5c22e95358b37923497af43030755c97 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86802/#acomment-86806 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:10:37 -0400 I believe the closer we walk with God, the less we choose to sin.

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Lesson 16: The Grace of God

The sixteenth lesson delves into the grace of God, presenting it not merely as a theological concept, but as the supreme manifestation […]

]]> 0eecf49d9538518a6fc72f21464f4c20 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 6I learned the warnings given […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86805/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:09:40 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 6

I learned the warnings given to bad sheperds. Some of these are robbing and taking from the flock, not feesing the flock, taking care of themselves only, not caring for the sheep, not seeking lost sheep, ruling qith dorce and cruelty, acattering sheep, letting enemies destro sheep, letting disease or other things…

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]]> 3 a6151881c9119bcfd8fc9acbd5796520 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 5In this chapter, i learned […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86804/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:05:50 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 5

In this chapter, i learned that the one leadership style unique to Christianity is leading like a servant. We arw here to serve people, but yet we shoukd have the right heart attitude and be awrving with love. We should yield to Gods will and be humble.

]]> 3 4fdf8ff766f8b24eb20638e26116cd5b Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 4In this chapter i learned some […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86803/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:03:35 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 4

In this chapter i learned some of the qualifications that are required of all spiritual leaders. These are cision, excellence, decisiveness, humor, experience, courage, a positive attitude, authority, being equipped, a willingness to pay cost, dedicated, initiator, wisdom, education, and a serving spirit. My take…

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]]> 0 8850740f38fd6e4c38a511ac10d429a1 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86562/#acomment-86592 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:37:26 -0400 Good summary.

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chapter 14: Titus

The book of Titus was written by the Apostle Paul to Titus, a Greek convert and fellow worker in ministry. Paul left Titus in Crete to correct problems […]

]]> fd0ffb89bf1c28545ed592098e7a9537 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86563/#acomment-86591 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:36:35 -0400 I don’t know any of that. Thanks

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chapter 15: The book of Philemon.

The book of Philemon was written by the Apostle Paul to Philemon, a Christian living in Colosse. Paul wrote this personal letter […]

]]> 03d105ac53620840a7ecbf093e9efe3e Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86564/#acomment-86590 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:35:51 -0400 Interesting.

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Jacob’s encounters with the divine at both his departure and return to Canaan echo the guardians of Eden’s entrance, symbolizing a spiritual threshold in his journey. The narrative’s […]

]]> fffad5a80d5fceb8ce0750cd837d210e Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86566/#acomment-86589 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:34:53 -0400 Jesus is the greatest human to ever exist.

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chapter 16: Hebrews.

The book of Hebrews was written to Jewish (Hebrew) believers and presents Jesus Christ as superior to all others. The chapter identifies Paul as the author […]

]]> 582669bb9571e4f82a994a62405192cf Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86574/#acomment-86588 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:33:51 -0400 Makes you wonder why no one has ever printed bibles with a handful of different versions in one. Maybe it would be too big of a book. Interesting thought though.

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This lesson is important for anybody who is desiring to read the Bible and actually learn it. Choosing a Bible translation is very important, especially based on how you […]

]]> 1820105f20ea63588ace31ee434ddb75 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86578/#acomment-86587 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:32:43 -0400 So, to fear God, actually means to fear God? I’ve never been taught that. Interesting.

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Lesson 4: The Fear of God

This lesson explores the biblical definition and significance of the “fear of God,” challenging the common modern misconception that it […]

]]> 0846918a9ab602b08d53b1923c9720a8 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86579/#acomment-86586 Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:31:13 -0400 Praise God even in the bad times!

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Lesson 5: The Praise of God

This lesson focuses on the theme of praising God, utilizing Psalm 150 and numerous passages from the Psalms to demonstrate that God […]

]]> 4a7f33dad5ddcc1ecffd79b1da9e5517 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 3In this chapter, I learned […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86585/ Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:29:53 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 3

In this chapter, I learned that annoiting oil is representative of the Holy Spirit. I learned that you must be morally pure and be a person of integrity and honesty in every area of your life and ministry. Annoiting is based on the attitude of the heart.

]]> 2 1678f70e19268102c4d8b51fd2c8ebeb Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 2In this chapter, we learned […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86575/ Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:43:33 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 2

In this chapter, we learned the leadership position within the church as well as what they dowithin their roles. For example, an evangelist shares the Gospel with unbelievers in a way that they respond and becomes responsible members of the Body of CVhrist, “one who brings the good news”.

]]> 0 34ea460ff1c055ae0d9e3c38b0bb0bb8 Melanie posted an update: Biblical ManagementLesson 1In this chapter, I learned […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86573/ Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:39:16 -0400 Biblical Management

Lesson 1

In this chapter, I learned why good management is important. Good managenmenbt is important because it provides proper decisions, establishes priorities for ministry, permits actionsrather than reaction, establishes accountability, permits evaulation, permits the use of spiritual resources, prepares you to enter…

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]]> 1 fc06cad9e5c5a012239d161970932d7e Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86433/#acomment-86446 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:37:21 -0400 Really great post. Sounds like you received a lot from the chapter.

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Working through Module 01 of the course Introducing Theological Anthropology has been a profoundly transformative experience that stretched and deepened my knowledge of what it means to be […]

]]> a6952dd591d51a2bf380cd3ba1b9bbc5 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86437/#acomment-86445 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:34:53 -0400 Nothing is too great for God.

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What excites me most about Session 8 is how the story of Isaac at Beersheba becomes a miniature picture of the entire biblical story. I was especially struck by the feast in […]

]]> 6dce2636fc7433596e90c57ba643d403 Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86438/#acomment-86444 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:34:10 -0400 I think God probably does his best work through broken people!!!

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What excites me most about Session 9 is how much deeper the story of Jacob becomes when I see the connections between the different generations. I was especially struck by the […]

]]> dee86067046be1a95420b5a20297d83b Melanie posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86440/#acomment-86443 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:33:02 -0400 It’s crazy to think that 40 chapters can be described in a single sentence.

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Chapter 2 lesson 2 books of the Bible

We are introduced to the books of the bible, Old and New Testament how they are structured and all the books are summarized which i […]

]]> c706c6f9ee9d3bdf06af3d3cbd1032ec Melanie posted an update: Environmental Analysis Lesson 11 Purpose is something […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/86442/ Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:31:29 -0400 Environmental Analysis
Lesson 11
Purpose is something you want to acheive. It is an end result of a goal for which you labor. A plan us a mthod of doing something. It is a strategy for vcarrying out a purpose. Two natural examples given by Jesus to illustrate how beluevers are to influence the environment is light and sale. Matthew 5:14-16… Read more

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