Gospel-driven productivity requires that we both take into consideration the overall direction God is going plus our own unique contribution and situation. Here are some things to think about as we seek to design a life that is Gospel-driven and fruitful.
Planning is a way we reflect God and wisely steward our days to further the gospel. Whether our plans come to fruition or not, they can help us move us towards God’s purposes.
TItus 2:11-14 tells us that the grace of God has appeared—and it has an impact not only on our past sins and future destiny but how we live today.
Generally, we like to avoid spoilers but if we want to live meaningful lives, this is one spoiler we will want to know.
As we enter into a traditionally busy season in the midst of our busy lives, how does who we are, who we are becoming, and where God is going intersect as we plan our days? An introduction to a new series.
A summary post on how to do inductive Bible study for yourself.
Bible study is not meant to be done in isolation. How our personal study can bear fruit as we speak and share it with one another.
After studying Titus 2:3-5 myself, some thoughts on how applying it would look in my season of transition.
Without application, we miss out on all the benefits of Bible study. Here we discuss the mistakes, obstacles, types, and ways to fruitfully apply God’s Word
Our last interpretive skills: checking cross-references and commentaries.
Words are the building blocks of understanding. Figuring out what the original authors meant when they used different words is key. Here’s how I do it.
How to start the work of interpretation with a return to Titus 2:3-5.
Understanding that the Bible is a literary masterpiece even as it is the word of God can help us unlock and understand its meaning more accurately.
After doing our observations, we are ready for the second step of interpretation. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to dig!
Thanks to a COVID flare up, I’m out this week. This post summarizes where I’ve been and where I’m planning to go.
Let’s apply what we discussed in the previous post to a passage and see what we can discover!
When we learn the skills of studying Scripture for ourselves, we have sustenance for our spiritual lives. Here, we will look at how to put Scripture in context as well as observe for details.
An exploratory post on this vast topic and how I am processing it in my own decision making.
An introduction to this summer’s series on Scripture, how to personally equip ourselves and use it in our conversations and counsel.
