Kathy Howard
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5 Tips for Reading Familiar Bible Passages
Some passage in Scripture are so familiar we might think there’s nothing more to be learned from them. But we would be wrong! Here are 5 tips for reading familiar passages.
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Look for Jesus in the Old Testament
When you read the Bible, do you look for Jesus in the Old Testament? Everything in the first 39 books of the Bible points to Jesus and His saving work. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible tells the one story (metanarrative) of God's redemption through Jesus Christ....
Free 8-Day Light of Christmas Devotional Guide
Christmas is less than two weeks away. You may be "not even started," "all done!" or somewhere in between. But wherever you are in that process, it's not too late to take some time to focus on Who we celebrate. And I want to help. MY GIFT TO YOU - A CHRISTMAS...
How Well Do You Know the Real Christmas Story?
So, how well do you know the real Christmas story? Can you separate biblical truth from pure fiction? Many “facts” we think we know about Jesus’ birth are not really factual at all. Centuries of tradition and even popular culture have affected the way we view the...
The Gratitude Whistle Stop
This post about gratitude is adapted from “Heirloom: Living and Leaving a Legacy of Faith,” Kathy Howard’s unique devotional that combines stories of faith with practical tips for spiritual legacy and helps for genealogy research. A train whistle always stops Lloyd in...
8 Activities to Help You Memorize Scripture
I You’re right. For most of us – me included - it's hard to memorize Scripture. It requires commitment, time, and purposeful effort. I'll be honest, my own Scripture memory work has been sporadic. But I've experienced that the worth far outweighs the work. A few...
Do You Misuse Philippians 4:13?
We see the verse on coffee mugs, t-shirts, and wall decor. It’s probably the most well-known and oft-quoted verse from Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13, NKJV Unfortunately, it’s also one...
9 Tips to Help You Stay Focused during Your Quiet Time
“What are your top two challenges when it comes to prayer, Bible reading, and study?” That’s the first question I asked on Facebook last week. Distractions and trouble focusing overwhelming topped the list. So, I asked a second question. “What do you do to stay...
4 Tips to Help You Understand the Prophets
I don’t know about you, but I tend to hesitate before jumping into reading or studying one of the prophets. In the past, I didn’t know how to correctly understand the prophets so I avoided them altogether. Now, I feel better equipped, but I also know I just can’t open...
6 Things You May Not Know about Apostle Paul
I thought I knew him. I followed his ministry. And over the years, I have read and reread his writings. But not long ago, I realized I didn’t know as much about the Apostle Paul as I thought. (For more on how to study the Bible see "The 4 R Bible Study Method for...
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