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As Christian people or God’s people, we are called to bear witness to His great works. The first disciples were all tasked with bearing witness to the risen Jesus. The witness would begin in Jerusalem but would move outward to “the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8).
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Although the Bible is made up of 66 individual books, they all work together to tell one great story: the Story of God. Having a better understanding of the overarching story of the Bible and where scripture fits within this larger story can help us recognize how all of Scripture points to Christ. God’s Story can be summed up in four words: Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration.
Are you looking for a unique way to gather around for your book club event inspired by Mary Shelley’s classic novel Frankenstein? You’ve come to the right place. From selecting the perfect location to choosing stimulating discussion topics, we'll show you how to organize the best book club event. So, join us and learn how to create a Frankenstein-themed book club experience that your group will remember!
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” - John 3:16 KJV
Critiquing a movie is both an art and science. A true movie critique essay is different than a "review" that you would leave in the comments section of a YouTube video. Writing a critique essay is a methodical analysis of the movie. In this guide, we will show you how to use HolyJot to methodically break down your favorite movies and write a thoughtful critique essay.
HolyJot Bible Study Groups is designed to take the participant deep into God’s word. Did you know that Israel lost faith in God’s promise to give them the Land when their spies (chapter 13) reported that the Cannaanite cities were highly fortified with powerful armies? Their loss of faith forced them back into the heat of the desert to wonder for another 38 years!
There is an anti-gospel that runs through every false religion and every false heart: the gospel that says “can do” instead of “it is finished” by Jesus. We are saved solely by faith and not good deeds or works. Faith itself is a gift. Grace flows through the channel of faith, but the channel itself is a work of God. Faith isn't the ultimate good deed that saves us but it is the instrument by which we receive salvation. Salvation comes from Christ: faith recognizes who Jesus is and what He ...
Are you looking for new and creative book club ideas? An excellent book choice would undoubtedly be E.M. Forster’s classic novel, A Room with a View. This beautiful work of literature can be used to inspire your next book club meeting– with themes of class struggle, romance, and travel, it is sure to spark conversation amongst the members.
The word itself, Deuteronomy, means “repeating the Law” and that is exactly what this Book of the Bible is all about. In chapters 1 through 10, this book details what God has already done for His people. By learning from the lessons of the past, this book emphasizes the need to study history so that mistakes are not repeated in the future. In this book, we are also reminded of having the Word of God top of mind. This naturally occurs from reading the Word continuously, discussing it, and ta...
Let’s take a closer look at Joshua, a divine record of the conquest of Canaan, and the following division of the Land among the twelve tribes of Israel. Did you know that Joshua was the captain of Israel’s army and a personal servant to Moses? If you participated in the Online Bible Study Group for the Book of Exodus, that was covered in Exodus 17:9, 10 and also Exodus 24:13. When Moses died, he chose Joshua to lead His people into the Promised Land. As God’s servant, Joshua was strong and ...
Being able to write an essay is an essential skill of every well-educated American. Unfortunately, not everyone can write essays and even fewer people know about the importance of critical thinking. A few weeks ago, a US-based company made the decision that they needed to bring on a new professional employee. Nearly 500 people applied. They provided each of the candidates a copy of a report the company issued the previous year and asked the candidate to write a 1-page summary. All had colle...
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