Online Bible Institute | Richard | Activity https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/members/richardcook/activity/ Activity feed for Richard. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 02:24:00 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 e820f8bb97848ba816eed0df2e5c251e Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76503/#acomment-76530 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:44:01 -0500 I really appreciated how you described the Hebrew Bible as an intentional, editorial unity rather than a random collection of writings. That imagery of a carefully designed structure really resonates with me. It helps me see that the Torah, Nevi’im, and Ketuvim are not disconnected sections, but interconnected parts of one unfolding… Read more

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This lesson was about the three-part structure of the Hebrew Bible — Torah, Nevi’im, and Ketuvim (TaNaK) — as an intentionally designed editorial unity. Each part is like a piece of a […]

]]> be18c94b7c887f511bbbf0a8bdcc9536 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76504/#acomment-76529 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:42:33 -0500 I really appreciated the clarity in your reflection. I agree that distinguishing between meaning and significance is crucial if I want to handle Scripture responsibly. When I rush to apply a passage to modern debates without first understanding what the original authors intended, I risk reading my concerns into the text instead of drawing… Read more

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This lesson drew a distinction between meaning—what the biblical authors intentionally communicated within the context of the TaNaK—and significance—how it can be applied to modern […]

]]> 0131fd0de4b4202b945543c6b9847229 Richard posted an update: In this lesson, I gained a clearer understanding of […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76528/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:40:36 -0500 In this lesson, I gained a clearer understanding of the origin and activity of demons. It helped me see that demons are fallen angels who followed Satan in his rebellion, as described in Revelation 12:7–9. Knowing they were originally created by God but chose rebellion reminds me how destructive sin truly is.

I was especially struck by how…

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]]> 3 af334505c51dcb0b0b79e3e0a16368fd Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76501/#acomment-76525 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:26:36 -0500 I really appreciated how thoughtfully you reflected on this session. I agree that understanding the historical development of the Hebrew Bible makes Scripture feel grounded in real time and space, not detached from history. Learning about the Northwest Semitic roots of Hebrew and the development of writing systems adds depth to my appreciation… Read more

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One of the most exciting things about Session 2 is how it makes the Hebrew Bible feel historically real and tangible. Instead of viewing Scripture as a static book that […]

]]> a5e23ef2b644a138e060d7139231ed05 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76517/#acomment-76524 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:24:54 -0500 I really appreciated your thoughts on the verse study method. I’ve found the same thing to be true—when I slow down and take Scripture one verse at a time, I begin to notice details I would normally miss. It keeps me from reading just to finish and instead helps me read to understand.

I also relate to what you said about it making the… Read more

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In this chapter we studied the verse study method of Bible study. Studying the Bible verse by verse helps me slow down and really see the details. Instead of rushing, I get […]

]]> ff6bf474090bc9ff9017c87ded19196a Richard posted an update: In this lesson, I was reminded how important it is […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76523/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:23:43 -0500 In this lesson, I was reminded how important it is to clearly identify Satan as my real spiritual enemy. The key verse in I Peter 5:8 really stood out to me, calling me to be sober and vigilant because the devil is actively seeking whom he may devour. That verse alone makes spiritual warfare feel urgent and personal.

I found it especially…

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]]> 2 02928c8a661f370656c0f9be68599c55 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76511/#acomment-76522 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:20:17 -0500 I really appreciate your insight on this lesson. I agree that learning how to recognize God’s voice is essential, but understanding how not to seek it is just as important. I’ve seen how easy it can be for people to become distracted or even deceived when they step outside the boundaries of Scripture.

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Lesson 4 of Knowing God’s Voice is incredibly revealing. It is so important to understand how to know God’s voice. Furthermore, it is just as valuable to know how not to […]

]]> d2211b1c2d976b59adb7b5b9d76440f6 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76514/#acomment-76521 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:18:49 -0500 I really appreciated reading your reflection on the paragraph study method. I can relate to what you said about breaking chapters down into smaller sections. I’ve found that when I focus on one paragraph at a time, it slows me down in a good way and helps me truly grasp what God is communicating instead of just rushing through the material.

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In this chapter we studied the paragraph study method. Breaking down chapters into single paragraphs helps me master one concept at a time without feeling overwhelmed. I […]

]]> 83589f66c0347f4ad3dc73005ab97eb9 Richard posted an update: In this lesson, I gained a much deeper understanding […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76520/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:17:00 -0500 In this lesson, I gained a much deeper understanding of angels as God’s ministering spirits, created by Him and for Him, as seen in Hebrews 1:14 and Colossians 1:16. I was especially impacted by the key verse, Psalms 34:7, which reminds me that the angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and delivers them. That gives me confidence in…

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]]> 1 d8782bac8a13ea46d03ab1f620b8e1dd Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76451/#acomment-76493 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:24:41 -0500 @Des Amen!

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In this chapter, I clearly see that the foundation of spiritual warfare is understanding who God truly is. Learning about the triune nature of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—deepens […]

]]> 9f26f1ad117123cce26840d981cf8e95 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76444/#acomment-76492 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:23:21 -0500 @bryanbenavidez yes it is my brother. Yes it is.

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After reading this chapter, I am struck by the reality that life is not only physical but also deeply spiritual. I believe I am living in the tension between the Kingdom of God and […]

]]> a48e975fd11a76ce9afe099101c77940 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76444/#acomment-76491 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:22:52 -0500 @michealrosenquist push on my brother. We need people strong in the faith, our enemy isn’t going to take a break

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After reading this chapter, I am struck by the reality that life is not only physical but also deeply spiritual. I believe I am living in the tension between the Kingdom of God and […]

]]> 10b85eccb5cb4eacf43813b9b3d69a9c Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76451/#acomment-76461 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:13:21 -0500 I just started this course. So far. I have found it fascinating. I can’t wait to dive in deeper, and yes I will check out that book. Thanks!

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In this chapter, I clearly see that the foundation of spiritual warfare is understanding who God truly is. Learning about the triune nature of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—deepens […]

]]> 836f1c78e51f84d991e78380a0efa9a6 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76413/#acomment-76453 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:55:09 -0500 You did a strong job highlighting why Romans is often called the “master key” of Scripture. Your overview of the doctrinal depth in the book shows that you’re seeing both the theological foundation and the practical application.

I especially appreciated your observation about the end of chapter 1 and the beginning of chapter 2—how it… Read more

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Romans is the most powerful of the Epistles. It was written by Paul while he was in Corinth, addressed to the beleivers in Rome. It is a comprehensive account of the doctrine of […]

]]> 16c9199e9519c4de33b00a1848fddf59 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76450/#acomment-76452 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:52:44 -0500 I really appreciate your reflection on “getting out of the line.” That is such a helpful picture of what happens when we read the text primarily through our own questions instead of first asking what the author intended to communicate. Recognizing our own assumptions takes humility, and that’s a big step toward faithful interpretation.

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What stood out the most in the first video was the concept of “getting out of the line.” When we are in line we are all seeing and seeking the story to understanding our own purpose […]

]]> ec99cfbf814d853c8e7eea2bc4cc39b2 Richard posted an update: In this chapter, I clearly see that the foundation […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76451/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:51:10 -0500 In this chapter, I clearly see that the foundation of spiritual warfare is understanding who God truly is. Learning about the triune nature of God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—deepens my confidence in the strength of the spiritual forces of good. Knowing that God is sovereign, omnipotent, and unchanging reassures me that the battle is never…

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]]> 5 e294a4cb1327f1108bf4a7cdf36d25c2 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76416/#acomment-76449 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:34:17 -0500 I appreciate the way you summarized the wide scope of the Holy Spirit’s work throughout the Bible. It’s powerful to see how the ministry of the Holy Spirit was present at creation, involved in inspiration of Scripture, and active in the life and mission of Jesus Christ, as well as in the church and the lives of believers today. Your reflection… Read more

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This lesson deals with he “Ministry of the Holy Spirit” and teaches that He was actively present at the Creation. In the writing of the Word of God, it was the Holy […]

]]> 3f53385d39615e6a0d6c59653fa77aff Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76440/#acomment-76448 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:32:19 -0500 I like how you emphasized the value of reading the passage more than once and using outlining as a way to grasp the structure of the message in the Bible. Your point about inviting the guidance of the Holy Spirit to help reveal the deeper meaning of God’s Word shows a good heart for genuine understanding, not just surface reading. The balance… Read more

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Creative Bible Study Methods

Chapter-11

This chapter presents a brief overview of how to survey the entire Bible

chapter by chapter. There are really two things that stand out to me. […]

]]> 290e45edcb7cf495cf25561202cceafd Richard posted an update: This chapter made me think seriously about my own […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76447/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:30:35 -0500 This chapter made me think seriously about my own spiritual condition and relationship with God. I understand repentance as a true inward change that leads me to turn away from sin and toward righteousness in obedience to Jesus Christ. I am interested in the teaching that repentance is not only emotional sorrow but a decision that…

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]]> 0 c955c76841cc3a796593f6342a1691ad Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76429/#acomment-76446 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:21:46 -0500 You made a strong observation about the tension between truth and opposition in the world. What you described reflects the spiritual conflict discussed in the Bible, where the influence of the world system is shown as resisting God’s truth and the message of Jesus Christ. I also appreciate how you pointed to the role of the Holy Spirit in… Read more

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Enemy Territory

This chapter describes the world and the flesh as enemy territory. The world refers to the present condition of human affairs in opposition to God. It is the […]

]]> 8e25ceb85a23d2a8c06f195467196761 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76431/#acomment-76445 Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:20:01 -0500 I really appreciate how you described the way symbolism brings the teaching to life. Seeing themes like the “Bread of Life” or the “Lamb” in connection with Jesus Christ makes the message of the Bible feel personal and relevant rather than distant history. I like how you expressed that Bible study is a conversation with God, because that… Read more

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In this chapter we studied symbolism and source identification. When I’m studying, symbols make the Bible feel alive rather than just an old history book. Seeing Jesus as […]

]]> 0504154757678c493a9862fdffc8a191 Richard posted an update: After reading this chapter, I am struck by the reality […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76444/ Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:17:34 -0500 After reading this chapter, I am struck by the reality that life is not only physical but also deeply spiritual. I believe I am living in the tension between the Kingdom of God and the influence of evil described in passages like Ephesians 6:12. The idea that every battle has a spiritual root challenges me to think more carefully about how…

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]]> 4 37275c78c08677eb3dee657d3e551ecf Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76267/#acomment-76307 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:35:01 -0500 @jeffshott It’s amazing, once you see it you can’t unsee it.

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One of my key takeaways from this chapter is that the Old Testament is far richer than I sometimes realize. I learned that a type is a shadow, figure, or pattern pointing forward […]

]]> 86fc809393f739f9e4068d756cb1b92e Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76231/#acomment-76269 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:53:40 -0500 I really appreciated your honesty and clarity in this post. I agree that minimizing or avoiding confession creates distance in my relationship with God. When I hold onto sin or try to justify it, I feel that barrier you described. It affects my peace, my prayer life, and even my sensitivity to His voice.

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Minimizing and or avoiding confession of your personal sin is very impactful in your relationship with God. God wants a genuine relationship with each and every one of us. Avoiding […]

]]> c575977c1599a2fbfe42e81b7b621155 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76237/#acomment-76268 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:52:09 -0500 I really appreciate the excitement and sincerity in your reflection. I can relate to what you said about making Scripture study a lifestyle instead of just an occasional activity. That shift from casual reading to intentional, systematic seeking has been challenging for me at times, but it is also where real growth happens.

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Learning that systematically and purposefully seeking the Scripture is going to be come a lifestyle and commitment that I need to practice and implement in order to draw closer […]

]]> 6210569843b3a107f90c59f11e2aac08 Richard posted an update: One of my key takeaways from this chapter is that the […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76267/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:48:40 -0500 One of my key takeaways from this chapter is that the Old Testament is far richer than I sometimes realize. I learned that a type is a shadow, figure, or pattern pointing forward to something greater, often fulfilled in Christ. That makes passages I have read many times feel deeper and more connected.

I was especially impacted by the idea…

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]]> 4 de9c4f562d8dc0f901d2eb52d72dcadd Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76241/#acomment-76266 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:45:03 -0500 I really enjoyed reading your reflection. I connected strongly with your point about moving from a “dictionary” mindset to an “encyclopedia” mindset. That shift changes everything for me. It reminds me that Scripture was written in real historical settings, to real people, with shared assumptions I may not immediately see.

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What is exciting and stands out about Session 2 is the powerful shift from thinking about words as simple dictionary entries to understanding them as part of a much […]

]]> 7a7571ef3c77fd820b904e2afd2edfea Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76245/#acomment-76265 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:43:00 -0500 I really appreciated your balanced approach in this reflection. I agree that it is easy to become overly focused on trying to pinpoint the timing of the end, but you brought it back to what truly matters—faithful obedience right now. That challenged me personally. Instead of speculating, I need to be serving.

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This lesson, being the last in the course, is aptly titled “Then Shall the End Come.” We learn about the key events leading up to the end of the world and the climax of […]

]]> 4f59a9e21b58413ce6cbafaeacbe9a4d Richard posted an update: One of my biggest takeaways from this chapter is […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76264/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:41:09 -0500 One of my biggest takeaways from this chapter is that prophecy is not meant to confuse me, but to strengthen my faith. Seeing how fulfilled prophecy authenticates Scripture gives me confidence that the Bible truly is inspired by God. I was reminded that prophecy is not speculation—it is revelation from the Holy Spirit.

I also learned that the…

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]]> 0 0d4b7da29819b34c7f26a995d377a6f8 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76253/#acomment-76263 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:35:35 -0500 I really appreciated how clearly you laid out the progression in this lesson. As I read your post, it reminded me that knowing God’s voice is not random or mystical—it flows out of relationship and spiritual growth. I was especially encouraged by the way you connected each prerequisite to the ultimate goal of discerning His will.

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What I learned in Lesson 2 of Knowing God’s Voice was the prerequisites to knowing the voice of God. You have to do a few things as in a prerequisite in order to be able to […]

]]> 1ee2c206f0f84fc29f36d8dca55f8492 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76258/#acomment-76262 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:34:22 -0500 I really appreciated your emphasis on Noah walking with God. When I read your reflection, it made me pause and examine my own walk. It is easy for me to focus on activity in ministry, but you reminded me that the foundation is relationship. The phrase “walked with Elohim” speaks to daily fellowship, steady obedience, and quiet faithfulness… Read more

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Session 12 – Noah the Righteous Remnant

I discovered that “Noah was a righteous one, blameless in his generation; Noah walked with Elohim.” I was confronted to deliberate […]

]]> fe508d746a58f1e27b635a75162f9049 Richard posted an update: In Chapter 19, I was struck by how different Bible poetry […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76261/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 17:32:49 -0500 In Chapter 19, I was struck by how different Bible poetry is from the poetry I grew up reading. Learning about parallelism helped me slow down and really see how God repeats, contrasts, builds, and illustrates truth. Seeing examples in Psalms made it come alive for me.

I appreciated understanding synonymous, antithetic, synthetic, and…

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]]> 0 14d3d32c323fc666396bdfceec265837 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76121/#acomment-76148 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:49:59 -0500 I really appreciate your honesty and the way you recognize that every believer’s journey is unique. I agree that growth in faith is a lifelong process, and your emphasis on surrender to God as the means to be shaped into His image is powerful.

I also like how you connect spiritual maturity with consistently displaying the fruit of the Spirit.… Read more

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First of all, everyone’s walk and faith is going to look different from another person’s walk in faith. We all have different starting places, we have different starting […]

]]> 72b91f50003a1318ffc355ce0e2b1c61 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76123/#acomment-76146 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:48:37 -0500 This is a very clear and biblically grounded explanation of repentance. I appreciate how you distinguished between worldly sorrow and godly sorrow so carefully. Your emphasis that true repentance is centered on how our sin grieves God—not merely how it affects us—is especially important. That shift in focus changes everything.

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To start off, true repentance isn’t a worldly sorrow, it isn’t crying and say “aw man, whoops, I made a mistake.” True repentance involves godly sorrow. Godly sorrow was explained in […]

]]> 43cf2f8a0841397252db3720233b8634 Richard posted an update: This chapter helped me understand the importance of […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76145/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:47:10 -0500 This chapter helped me understand the importance of studying doctrine in a careful, balanced way. The theological method keeps me from building beliefs on isolated verses and instead grounds my faith in the full counsel of Scripture. It strengthened my confidence in biblical truth and deepened my reverence for God’s revealed character.

]]> 2 5ab0ea3e8fff547feb99d85d2a4749ee Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76127/#acomment-76144 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:23:24 -0500 This is a very thoughtful and well-balanced reflection. I appreciate how you carefully hold together the divine and human aspects of Scripture without diminishing either. Your explanation that the Spirit is the primary author while human writers worked within their historical and cultural contexts shows a mature understanding of inspiration.
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What the Torah Says about the bible´s origins – Session 8

Something interesting about the session—and something I had never considered—is approaching the narrative as a work in […]

]]> dc333c18b631b44e1807ac02656b8f93 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76128/#acomment-76143 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:22:04 -0500 This is a thoughtful and well-articulated reflection. I appreciate how you highlighted the importance of solitude at the ford of Jabbok. Jacob being left alone before wrestling is such a powerful picture of how God often does His deepest work in us when we are stripped of distractions and forced to confront both Him and ourselves.

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In this sermon, Pastor Steve delves into Jacob’s wrestle with God, which gave him a new name and a changed heart. Jacob staying behind after crossing the ford of Jabbok (Genesis […]

]]> 214eb8eb665727841dce5688e4993ef2 Richard posted an update: This chapter helped me see how powerful it is to study […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76142/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:19:40 -0500 This chapter helped me see how powerful it is to study the lives of Bible characters in a structured and intentional way. Instead of just reading about someone like Saul or David casually, I learned how to trace their entire story, examine their character, and evaluate both their strengths and failures. That process makes Scripture feel…

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]]> 3 2ca0c3307da3feb3bbc9b2665f8298c1 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76133/#acomment-76141 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:15:34 -0500 This is an honest and mature reflection. I appreciate that you didn’t just identify Satan as the enemy “out there,” but also wrestled with the enemies “in here.” That awareness is crucial in spiritual warfare. You rightly point out that lust and the flesh require personal responsibility—they are not forces we can simply blame on external… Read more

In reply to - Jeff Shott posted an update

In any battle, knowing your enemy and their tactics is paramount to victory. This lesson helped to define who the enemy is and what they are capable of. Satan and his ruling power […]

]]> c10fba675a18f4ad8049e391f717360d Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76136/#acomment-76140 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:14:06 -0500 This is a strong and thoughtful observation. I appreciate how you rooted John’s message in the historical assumptions people had about Jesus and then showed how radically John challenges them. You clearly highlight that John 1:1–3 presents Jesus not merely as a teacher or prophet, but as eternal, divine, and actively involved in creation… Read more

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First you have to understand the time and the assumptions about Jesus during that time. Back then, Many believed that Jesus was just another run of the mill, middle of the line […]

]]> 64653f670557de6b82b4d7d849477229 Richard posted an update: This chapter helped me slow down and become more […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76139/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:12:39 -0500 This chapter helped me slow down and become more intentional in how I study Scripture. The topical method showed me that the Bible interprets itself when I patiently gather and organize what God says about a subject. Instead of chasing verses randomly, I learned to listen for patterns, emphasis, and application. It deepened my love for God’s… Read more

]]> 1 1bac8b66f0945284967fc03e2e7cbc48 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76024/#acomment-76138 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:03:17 -0500 @Lily Thank you for your kind words.

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As I worked through this chapter on verse study, I realized how easy it is to pull a single verse out and miss its full meaning. I learned that context truly guards truth. Studying a […]

]]> a3df13b553ba72ab20556875a96eb0ba Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/75980/#acomment-76028 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:41:56 -0500 This is a clear and well-focused summary of the lesson. I appreciate how you centered the book on what it truly is—the revelation of Jesus Christ—rather than reducing it to speculation about events. Your attention to authorship, original audience, and historical setting helps keep interpretation grounded. I also like how you noted that while… Read more

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This lesson provides a high-level outline for the book of Revelation. The Apostle John wrote “Revelation 1:1 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew […]

]]> e52a8ba1b63395c1679555896e687a1c Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76013/#acomment-76027 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:39:45 -0500 This is a very thoughtful and nuanced reflection. I appreciate how you resisted simplistic readings of Noah’s story and instead highlighted the tension between generational influence and personal moral responsibility. Your discussion of Ham and the curse of Canaan shows a willingness to wrestle honestly with difficult texts rather than avoid… Read more

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Reflection – Session 24 Biblical Narrative Course

Session 24 continues to probe the story of Noah, finally broadening theological and social concerns to include generations catching […]

]]> be4841f529b5d976f0ce378bfa1dd516 Richard posted an update: As I studied this chapter on word study, I was reminded […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76026/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:38:00 -0500 As I studied this chapter on word study, I was reminded how powerful even a single word can be. I often read quickly, but this method forces me to slow down and really examine what God is saying. I see now how one word can shape the meaning of an entire verse, and how verses build into paragraphs, chapters, and whole books.

What stood out to…

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]]> 2 d478cbfd0fd7c1d5705db09fd472add9 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76002/#acomment-76025 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:32:21 -0500 This is a solid and encouraging summary of the sermon. I appreciate how you captured both the weight and responsibility of blessing, especially the lasting impact of a father’s words. Your contrast between Jacob’s disguise and the call to genuineness is well stated and brings the application home clearly. I also like how you emphasized that… Read more

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In this sermon, Pastor Steve explores the deep significance of blessings in our lives using the Jacob and Esau story. Blessing is God’s rule in the life of humanity and a force that […]

]]> e0a9b9c171b1cdffe9c706362f206baa Richard posted an update: As I worked through this chapter on verse study, I […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76024/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:29:19 -0500 As I worked through this chapter on verse study, I realized how easy it is to pull a single verse out and miss its full meaning. I learned that context truly guards truth. Studying a verse within its chapter, paragraph, and entire book keeps me balanced and protects me from error. I also saw how powerful cross-referencing can be.…

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]]> 3 a91afc86fae6e3bbff7798dc1b748a49 Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76011/#acomment-76023 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:23:40 -0500 I really appreciate your enthusiasm for word study. Your description of it as a treasure map is powerful because it captures both the excitement and the depth involved. You’re absolutely right—when we slow down and trace a single word through Scripture, connections begin to surface that we might otherwise miss. It not only strengthens… Read more

In reply to - Jacob Gilmore posted an update

Word study interests me in that it opens up a rabbit hole. Every word in the Bible is important means something. Studying a specific word can lead you down a road that can […]

]]> 296d58cb62cc35fc0089f30f56e4045a Richard posted a new activity comment https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76014/#acomment-76022 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:22:01 -0500 This is a strong and thoughtful reflection. I really appreciate how you moved beyond seeing Genesis 10 as a simple list of names and highlighted its literary and theological depth. Your observations about structure, numerical patterns, and narrative placement—especially with Nimrod—show careful engagement with the text. I also found your point… Read more

In reply to - Don posted an update

Biblical Narrative Course – Session 25 Reflection Session 25 provided us with an in-depth study of the table of nations in Gen 10, giving us an interesting lesson on biblical geography and […]

]]> 76135288d1440b7bc34d9a54c589c61a Richard posted an update: As I studied this chapter on paragraph study, I realized […] https://onlinebibleinstitute.org/activity/p/76021/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:20:33 -0500 As I studied this chapter on paragraph study, I realized how much depth I have been missing by rushing through Scripture. I see now that connectives like “but,” “therefore,” and “if” truly open up meaning and show contrasts, conditions, and promises. I learned to look for repetition, progression of thought, and key words that deserve deeper… Read more

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