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Study Tip: Now What?

Paula Wiseman | June 30, 2009

In the last few tips, we’ve examined Scripture to see what it reveals about God, and what it tells us about ourselves. What do we do with all that information? If it doesn’t affect our daily lives and make us more Christ-like, then it’s no better than knowing our state capitals.
By way of review, last [...]

Be Still and Know

Paula Wiseman | June 29, 2009

Just back from Women of Faith. Sheila Walsh used one of my favorite verses in her talk- Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God“. That’s the last verse in a great psalm, but in v. 1-3 we read:
God is our refuge and strength,
A very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not [...]

Friday Update: Firefox and Flu

Paula Wiseman | June 26, 2009

Today, I’m in St. Louis at Women of Faith. Each year, I look forward to taking a break from the routine and focusing on God. These two days go a long way toward recharging my spiritual batteries.
Friday update: I’m actually writing this post a few days early, but if I’ve stayed on schedule, I’ve got [...]

No Seriously, 1 Chronicles

Paula Wiseman | June 25, 2009

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It’s been several years since I’ve read through the Bible- you know, the whole Genesis to Revelation thing. I’ve done plenty of studying, mind you. I just haven’t given in to the whole ‘order and structure’ thing. (That right brain asserts itself occasionally.) This year I began a new trek through, and I’ve [...]

Study Tip: Revealing Ourselves

Paula Wiseman | June 23, 2009

Last week’s study tip encouraged us to consider what a verse or passage teaches us about God. This week, we’ll look at the flip side and look at what Scripture teaches us about ourselves. I’ve heard it said that God’s word is a mirror that reveals our true selves. In Hebrews 4:12, it says that [...]