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Jesus was exceptional in his use of questions. Jesus would often ask questions when it would have been less time-consuming if he had just given them an answer, making the point that he so desired.
Another facet of benefiting from the Bible is that it shows us the way to get the best out of life now, even in imperfection. 1 Timothy 3:2 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 2 The overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, sober-minded, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, All of us can... Continue Reading →
The Bible is a revelation from our heavenly Father, about our heavenly Father, i.e., his will and purposes. (1 Thess. 2:13) If we take the things we learn and apply them in our lives, we will live a life far more beneficial than those who do not. As we grow in knowledge, we will draw... Continue Reading →
Jesus Taught In Their Synagogues Being Glorified By All Luke 4:22 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 22 And all were all speaking well of him, and marveled at the gracious words that were coming out of his mouth; and they said, “Is not this Joseph's son?” Officers Sent to Arrest Jesus John 7:32, 45-46 Updated American Standard... Continue Reading →
To get the flavor of Jesus’ teaching, read to yourself the first few verses of his Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 5:3-12 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) Nine Beatitudes 3 “Blessed[50] are the poor[51] in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of the heavens. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.[52] 5 “Blessed are the meek,[53] for they shall inherit... Continue Reading →
How can you improve your effectiveness as a Christian teacher? Essentially, it is by imitating JESUS CHRIST: The Great Teacher. You may wonder, ‘But how can we imitate Jesus?’ ‘He was the perfect, divine, Son of God.’ Admittedly, you cannot be a perfect teacher. Nevertheless, regardless of your abilities, you can do your best to imitate the way Jesus taught.
2 Timothy 2:2 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 2 and the things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be adequately qualified to teach others also. The Greek adjective ἱκανός (hikanos) adequately trained and qualified to a satisfactory or acceptable extent to teach others... Continue Reading →
Prayer for Spiritual Growth Colossians 1:9-12 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the accurate knowledge[4] of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so as to walk in a manner worthy... Continue Reading →
