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Bible Study & Reflection
Insights, study guides, and scripture explorations.


What is the Purpose of God’s Word, The Holy Bible?
Discover the true purpose of God's Word and how to study the Bible independently through the Holy Spirit's guidance. Learn why the King James Version offers the closest translation to original Greek and Hebrew texts, and how every believer has direct access to God without needing human intermediaries. Find encouragement to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through Scripture study and prayer.

Pam Fisk
Sep 266 min read
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The Importance of Understanding God's Word
One person's spiritual journey is not the same as another's. While some may spend a lifetime seeking understanding of God's Word, others find it more suddenly. The important thing is the desire and yearning for truth. In this post, one of our team members shares her personal journey and why she believes understanding the scriptures is so vital for a strong and growing faith.

Pam Fisk
Aug 132 min read
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Galatians 6:9: Let us not become weary in doing good...
This morning the Divine Wind stirred with an uncomfortable question about Galatians 6:9. If only God is truly good, what does it mean to "do good" without growing weary? My own SEO wrestling became a rich young ruler moment - choosing divine calling over human metrics. Through a parable of two faithful servants, I discovered God doesn't count beans. He counts faithfulness. The reward isn't based on outcomes but on surrendered obedience to our unique calling in each eternal mo
Trace Pirtle
Aug 46 min read
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The Golden Thread: Finding God in the Ever-Changing River
Searching for my writing "specialty" led to an unexpected revelation: sometimes the pattern isn't a topic—it's the unchanging God flowing through all the change. Like Heraclitus said, we never step in the same river twice, but for believers walking the road to Emmaus, God IS both the ever-changing river and the golden thread connecting it all.
Trace Pirtle
Jun 284 min read
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Let There Be Light: When God Creates Light
Have you ever wondered what it was really like before light existed? Join me as we explore that Genesis moment when God spoke "Let there be light" into cosmic darkness. This is more than ancient history—it's why we face daily choices between light and darkness, why staying "in the flow" requires martial artist discipline, and how that original act impacts every decision we make today. Grab your Jesus sandals, and let's begin our first discussion of how God's Light is presente
Trace Pirtle
Jun 277 min read
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Light in the Darkness: An Invitation to Walk Seven Miles with God's Light
Have you ever felt that primal anxiety when the lights go out? Join me on a seven-week journey exploring God's Light through Scripture - from creation's first "Let there be light" to our calling as lights in the world. We'll walk the Emmaus Road together, discovering seven distinct ways God uses light to overcome darkness in our lives. No seminary degree required - just a willingness to let the Holy Spirit illuminate truth as we go.
Trace Pirtle
Jun 215 min read
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7 Keys to the Kingdom of Heaven
What if the keys to the kingdom of heaven and the experience of heaven on earth use the same "Master Key"? Through a father's patient driving lessons on narrow country roads and seven transformative principles, discover how God's divine driver's education prepares us to navigate the narrow way that leads to life—on earth and in heaven. From the first awakening key to the last teaching key, these keys may change how you see both your spiritual journey and your everyday possibi
Trace Pirtle
Jun 167 min read
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john 3 16 meaning: The Greatest Gift You've Already Received
During a Bible study at River Hills Health and Rehab, the Holy Spirit interrupted my prepared lesson to reveal the hidden meaning of John 3 16. We've turned God's greatest gift into a "fruitcake"—casually dismissed rather than treasured. Through this divine course correction, discover what John 3 16 really means and why it's the most precious gift you've already received.
Trace Pirtle
Jun 99 min read
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Discerning God's Will: Romans 12 Reflections
Struggling to discern God's will? Romans 12 reveals that His will is good, acceptable, and perfect—but which target are we aiming for? When facing life's crossroads, the down-arrow technique helps us weigh worldly outcomes against eternal values. Remember: faithfulness in little things precedes faithfulness in much. God's timing may not match ours, but as we're transformed by the renewing of our minds, we become better at hitting the bullseye of His perfect will.
Trace Pirtle
May 208 min read
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Is The Bible True? 2025
Is the Bible true? This question carries eternal consequences. While our world offers many paths to truth, Jesus boldly claimed, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." Like a student facing a high-stakes exam, we must decide if we'll trust God's Word or insist on our own way. The evidence supports Scripture's reliability, but ultimately, faith asks each of us: "Is that your final answer?
Trace Pirtle
May 67 min read
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