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Faith Bible Study

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  Faith, a foundational aspect of the Christian walk, serves as the bedrock upon which our relationship with God and Jesus is built. It is the unwavering trust in the promises of the Almighty, the assurance of things hoped for, and the conviction of things unseen (Hebrews 11:1-2). In a world fraught with trials and uncertainties, nurturing and strengthening our faith in God becomes not only a pursuit but a lifeline, leading us closer to a stronger relationship with God and the eternal treasures of heaven. To aid in this endeavor, use this downloadable Bible study focused on unraveling the truths and treasures of faith through God's Word. In this downloadable Bible study , we study the topic of faith rooted in the timeless truths of Scripture and illuminated by the word of God. Through a selection of Bible verses, we explore different topics about faith as it pertains to our relationship with God and Jesus, its manifestation in the lives of believers, and its transformative power i
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Easter Basket Scavenger Hunt 3

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  If your children enjoyed my previous Easter basket scavenger hunt, here is our latest version. Two years ago, we used Bible verses about the story of Jesus' death on the cross. Last year, we used Bible verses about the story of Jesus' resurrection. This year, I use ideas from the story of Jesus' resurrection without actually using Bible verses. Now, let's celebrate the joyous occasion of His resurrection with a new set of clues.  Here's how to get started:  Download and print this PDF.   Cut out each clue.  Place the first clue in an egg, ready to be handed to your eager little hunters. Alternatively, you can leave it on the bottom step for a fun surprise as they come downstairs. Place the second clue inside an egg and hide it at the location written on the bottom of the second clue (a hamper). Continue the hunt by placing each subsequent clue inside eggs and hiding them at the location indicated in the bottom right corner of the clue. Finally, hide your children
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Old Testament Eras Teaching Resources

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  In my college classes on education, I remember my professor constantly pushing that students needed a framework on which they could hang their knowledge. If they only shoved information in their brains without any organization or connection, it wouldn't be retained or understood. Think of a pile of facts about someone's ancestors compared to an illustration of their family tree. The visual framework is much easier to understand and helps them retain information about their ancestors. Instead, we need to provide students with a framework, so that they see how it connects to other information and can see the big picture. This educational philosophy has always stuck with me. As I saw my children learn about the Bible at church, camp, and home, it dawned on me that they are learning many Bible stories but don't really have a framework on which to hang this knowledge. They knew about Samson but didn't know what judges were or why Israel had them. They knew about Daniel but
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Books of the Bible Memory Aids

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I was teaching my own kids the Books of the Bible but saw a need for some resources. There are some decent flashcards, but I was looking for something that coordinated colors and symbols across flashcards, signs, and other processing activities. As a Sunday School teacher and parent, I recognized the need for engaging resources to teach the Books of the Bible to children and teens. In response, I created a set of coordinated flashcards, signs, and worksheets.   Flashcards The great things about flashcards are all of the ways that you can use them. Obviously, they can put the cards in order, but that is just the start. One thing that teachers do to help students is to "chunk" information into smaller groups so that students only have to process that smaller amount of information. So you can pull out only one section of the Bible. For example, pull out the OT History books) which is easy since the cards are color-coded by section so all the OT History cards are turquoise. Then,
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My Favorite Modern Versions of Christmas Songs

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I am a bit of a Christmas Music connoisseur. I have multiple Christmas playlists on my smartphone, but my general Christmas playlist has over 400 songs and is nearly 24 hours long. I grew up listening to Bing Crosby and Perry Como croon Christmas carols on vinyl and loving Michael W. Smith and Amy Grant's newer Christmas songs. I thought I would share with you what I thought was the best modern version of each Christmas carol.  Which are your favorites? Or do you think another artist has topped any of these versions? The First Noel - TobyMac with Owl City O Come, O Come Emmanuel - Matt Maher O Holy Night - Point of Grace O Little Town of Bethlehem - Natalie Grant What Child is This? - Jason Bare Angels We Have Heard on High - Sanctus Real  or Chris Tomlin Silent Night - Big Daddy Weave It Came Upon a Midnight Clear - Kutless Joy to the World - Avalon Hark! The Herald Angels Sing - Building 429 God Rest You Merry Gentleman - MercyMe  or Pentatonix We Three Kings - Tenth Avenue North
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Christmas Decoration Bingo

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  You may have already read that one of my family's favorite Christmas traditions is driving around to look at Christmas lights. A local church has a light display coordinated with music on your radio that we love to visit. On the way to and from the church (with a few extra turns), we drive around to complete a  Christmas Decorations Scavenger Hunt . I have altered my version a few times and printed some from other websites, but this year I created a new bingo version.  Before you go out for your drive, print out a  Christmas Decoration Bingo Card  for each person participating. Then get comfy for your ride. Feel free to wear your Christmas pajamas and take blankets. Have a clipboard (or hardcover book) and pencil for each person to mark off the decorations you see. Throw in a snack like hot cocoa (or stop for a peppermint mocha) and some Christmas cookies. Most importantly, enjoy the time together as a family during the busy Christmas season!
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Jesus the Branch

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Many Bible verses talk about Jesus being the Branch. The Branch is a title for the Messiah showing that a shoot has grown out of the stump of the line of David (Isaiah 11:1). Jesus is both the root or source of David's line as the Creator and the branch or descendant of David's line as the Man, Christ Jesus (Isaiah 11:1, 10; Revelation 5:5; 22:16). Unlike the flawed stump of David's line, the Branch is righteous and just (Jeremiah 33:15). Even the prophecy that Jesus would be a Nazrene (from the town of Nazareth) is related to this messianic title since the Hebrew word for branch is netzer (Matthew 2:21-23). The line of David was the ancestral line of the kings of Israel, the Gentiles would be partakers of the Branch as well. In John 15:5, we are also branches connected to Jesus, the vine, from whom we draw our sustenance and can bear fruit. Jesus is described as a branch in four different ways, each corresponding with the theme of one of the gospels. Matthew is the gospel
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It Is Well With My Soul

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Most know the story behind It Is Well With My Soul.   You can find it here .  The hymn is powerful because Horatio G. Spafford's words echoed God's Word. It Is Well With My Soul by Horatio G. Spafford in 1873 Verse 1 : When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, Isaiah 66:12 For thus says the LORD, "Behold, I extend peace to her like a river, And the glory of the nations like an overflowing stream; And you will be nursed, you will be carried on the hip and fondled on the knees. When sorrows like sea billows roll; Psalm 42:7 Deep calls to deep at the sound of Your waterfalls; All Your breakers and Your waves have rolled over me. Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say, It is well, it is well, with my soul. James 1:2-4 Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its perfect result, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in noth
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Bible Verses for How Great Is Our God

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Chris Tomlin wrote How Great Is Our God while contemplating Psalm 104 and the greatness and majesty of the Lord . The first verse definitely echoes that psalm, but then expands to some features of God's greatness. It beautifully brings together Old and New Testament truths about our great God. How Great Is Our God by Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, and Jesse Reeves Verse 1 : The splendor of a King, Clothed in majesty, Psalm 104:1 Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, You are very great; You are clothed with splendor and majesty , Let all the Earth rejoice All the Earth rejoice. 1 Chronicles 16:31 Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice ; And let them say among the nations, “The Lord reigns.” He wraps himself in light, And darkness tries to hide, Psalm 104:2 Covering Yourself with light as with a cloak , stretching out heaven like a tent curtain. And trembles at His voice Trembles at His voice. Joel 3:16 The Lord roars from Zion and utters His voice
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More Free Birthday Images with Bible Verses

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10 Free Birthday Images  with Bible Verses I created some more birthday greeting images to send to friends through social media or email.  I created the images on Canva  using their free images and adding the Bible verses and other elements. You are welcome to use these images for non-commercial purposes (where the end product is not for sale).  Also, if you share them on a blog or website, please post a link back to this page.  Feel free to share them in emails or on social media to wish someone a Happy Birthday without any attribution.  Also, cards and gifts for personal use do not require attribution.  Please do not remove the watermark.  Enjoy! To save the image, click on it to view the larger image.  Then, right-click on it and choose "Save Image As...". Can't find what you're looking for? Check out my other Free Birthday Images .
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