Homiletics is a fancy word that means “the art of preaching.” To study the Bible using Homiletics means to break down a passage to learn the specific facts, themes, truths, and applications such that, by the time you finish you could teach it. This is an excellent way to study!
In this article, I will outline the specific steps to Homiletics, then I will show you how I used them to study Mark 4:35-41.
Read MoreYou don’t need the latest Bible study workbook, video, or sermon to study the Bible. There are many outlines that can help you break down a section of scripture for yourself. I’ll share four of them in this article and when they might be a good choice for you. I’ll also show you how I used one to study Mark 4:35-42.
Read MoreI was hoping to find an example of a Biblical character who weathered their quarantine with faithfulness and steady joy. By far, the story that resonated with me the most was the story of Noah. Noah and his family were “quarantined” on the ark for their safety and preservation of life. There are many parallels between Noah’s quarantine and ours. Monotony, worry thoughts and waiting.
But, let’s not forget how the story of the flood ends, and I don’t mean the rainbow. I mean the altar. Noah’s first action after disembarking was to set up a stone altar of praise to the Lord.
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