Why Study the Bible?

Introduction: Is it wrong to hold a grudge?  To refuse forgiveness to someone who’s wronged you? Do we have to keep on giving another chance to people who continually cause us sorrow and hurt?  Must we continue to forgive under all circumstances? The theme of forgiveness runs throughout the Bible.  Only Christianity gives us a…

She stirred lemon into her tea and flashed a brilliant smile. “If I told you how many times I have failed in HUGE ways, you might be surprised!” This was a woman who was a vibrant Christian, beautiful in body and spirit, and completely devoted to the calling the Lord wove into her. She was…

Introduction: In the first part of this study, Fasting-Part 1, we looked at the history of fasting in the Bible and discussed some of the reasons Christians and Jews have fasted through the ages.  In this part, we will continue to look at additional reasons. In Times of National Crisis The story of Queen Esther…

Introduction: Although its meaning has been broadened in modern times, to fast has traditionally meant to abstain from all or certain foods.  In fact, the words “to fast” come from a Hebrew word which means to cover the mouth.  Two other words, “inna napso”, meaning “to afflict the soul,” also refer to fasting. Fasting has…

Introduction: In the first part of our study, Faith-Part 1, we learned that our faith is so important to God that He has wrapped our spiritual life and all his promises in it.  We also learned that when we have little faith, the first thing we can do is to pray for God to increase…

Introduction: God has chosen to make faith one of the foundation stones of our relationship with Him.  But how much do we truly understand about faith?  Where does it come from?  How can we increase it when we need more?  What does God want to accomplish in our lives through faith?  In this study, we…

Introduction: In the first part of this study, Esther-Part 1, we learned how Esther became queen of the most powerful ruler of this era and how the deeds of one evil man almost resulted in the annihilation of the Jews in the Persian Empire.  In Part 2 we will see how two Jews, Mordecai and…

Introduction: Only two books in the Bible – Esther and Ruth – are named for women.  These inspiring books tell the stories of two young women whose lives played an important role in Israel’s history.  In this study, we will look at the book of Ester. Since Aglow’s inception, it has received many prophecies declaring…

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Introduction: Wars and rumors of war!  Pestilence and famines!  Multiple earthquakes!  False prophets!  Does this sound like the times we’re living in?  Is Jesus coming back soon or is it possible that He has already returned? No Christian need live in confusion over these possibilities.  Scattered throughout the Bible are descriptions of the last days…

Shelley Rogers, National Prayer Coordinator for Aglow Canada, recently enjoyed a day with her three year old grandson, spending time playing with him in the backyard sandbox. Shelley hid three loonies* in the sand telling him gold was buried in the sand. After she gave him a small strainer, he began to dig and sift…