Here are some steps you can follow to do a basic Bible study that helps you apply the Bible to real life.

Our mission is to herald a kingdom wherein all its citizens find freedom through the death, burial, and resurrection of its king. A kingdom where captivity, powerlessness, blindness, and oppression give way to the overwhelming love of God, the grace of Christ, and the fellowship of the Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:14).

How often do believers fail to act in God’s power and authority because of fear of what might happen to them? Anxiety over the unknown prevents more missionary calls than a lack of resources ever did. Christ has conquered death; therefore, His followers must step into the mission with confidence that He is able to keep, protect, and preserve them in every facet of life.

Everyone has faith! Every person who lives or has ever lived has exercised faith in some measure. You say, “Well, what about the person who doesn’t know Christ?” They have faith, just not the kind of faith that brings them to salvation (at least not yet).

The difference between Christians and non-Christians is not faith: it is the object of faith. In other words, a Christian’s faith is in the person and work of Christ alone. The non-Christian’s faith is in something other than Christ. The faith of Christians is built upon the work of the Holy Spirit and the word of God. The non-Christian faith is built on a different, less eternal foundation.

This week, we focus on a powerful story of redemption and worship. Luke shows us a woman whose life is radically changed by Jesus, and she is not afraid to let others know. More importantly, we see how Jesus responds to people who show their love for Him.
Let’s jump into this powerful story and see how Jesus responds to those who worship Him.

Despair is “the feeling that there is no hope and you can do nothing to improve a difficult or worrying situation.” Often, despair begins with a catastrophic loss or a bewildering circumstance that plants fear in our hearts. Gradually, hopelessness takes root, convincing us that no one, not even God, can help.

As missionaries, it’s easy to slip into despair. Sherry and I are witnesses to the devastating face of poverty. Daily we are barraged by children, mothers, and the disabled who see us as a momentary solution to their dilemma. Our hearts are crushed by the sheer volume of need surrounding us. We have to guard our hearts or be overwhelmed to the point of despair.