A standard B1 Defined C1 something that is considered to be a model for measurement or comparison or serve as an accepted authority. (Source) C2 a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated (Source) B2 Think how standards are applied in science, medicine, sports, finance, etc. B3 It…
A Few Thoughts About Values and Meaning Values equals standards of right and wrong. Meaning equals a reason and purpose for living. Values B1 Defined C1 A never changing standard of right and wrong. C2 The principles that help you to decide what is right and wrong, and how to act in various situations:…
Psalm 27:11 NLT Teach me how to live, O LORD. Lead me along the right path, for my enemies are waiting for me. Psalm 25:4 NIV Show me your ways, LORD, teach me your paths. Isaiah 2:3 NIV Many peoples will come and say, “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the…
Definitions B1 English C1 a solemn oath, commitment, or undertaking that binds one to a particular act, service, or condition. (Source) C2 A set of solemn promises committing one to a prescribed role, calling, or course of action, typically to marriage or a monastic career. (Source) B2 Hebrew C1 Example: Genesis 28:20 NAS Then…
Mark 12:24-27 WEL Jesus replied saying to them, “Isn’t this the reason you are deceived? For you don’t know the Scriptures, or the power of God. 25 “For when they rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage but are like the angels who are in heaven. 26 “Regarding the…
Psalms 100:1-5 BSB A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. 2 Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs. 3 Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, and the sheep…
The main topic of Jude, the half-brother of the Lord Jesus, is to beware of false teachers. He explains the reason and gives their characteristics. False teachers C1 Can teach close to orthodox but live secret lives ruining some believers. Think of molesters and sexual predators. C2 Can teach a passage but interpret it…
The epistle of 1 John, written by John the Apostle, deals with the subject of—do we know if we are a Christian. 1 John 5:13 MKJV I have written these things to you who believe on the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have everlasting life, and that…
A Few Thoughts About Answers to Prayer Prayer is talking to God B1 Formal: Solomon in 1 Kings 8:22-53 B2 Informal: Nehemiah 2:3-5 (Nehemiah was in the king’s presence and didn’t have any time to be on his knees. Essentially, in his soul he prayed, “God help me”). Why pray? B1 Needs of spiritual,…
A Few Thoughts About Marriage, Money, and Budgets Some quotes: B1 Arguments about money hamper many marriages. If you consider that about a third of adults with partners report that money is a big source of conflict in their relationships, it’s no wonder that financial problems are the leading cause of divorce. What you…