What is the role of the Holy Spirit in our Bible studies? Who is he? Christians often talk about inviting him to be a part of study, but what should we expect from the Holy Spirit in this context? How do we know when he is guiding vs us leading?

I have invited Pastor Matthew Tinkham Jr. (MDiv and PhD candidate) to help us understand the personhood of the Holy Spirit and his role as part of the Trinity. We also answer questions about what to expect when the Holy Spirit is invited into our Bible study.

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Why do we pray over our Bible study? What can we expect from God in response to our prayers?

Pastor Amy Cirigliano, Prayer Ministry Director for the SDA GCC, shares her insights through Bible stories, verses, favorite quotes, and personal stories.

Learn how to pray, and what to expect when you pray in Jesus's name.

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You have heard that setting goals is important. So, why not set goals for your time with God? How much time will you spend? When will you spend that time? What will you study?

In this episode Jack Phillips, REACH Your Neighbor LEADS Coordinator, shares his experience growing in his personal study time and the importance of planning to improve. Plus, we discuss planning to share our testimony.

So, you see, planning is more than setting aside time!

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During this break in our usual content, I thought it would be valuable to share my personal testimony.

My story is a bit messy. It was hard to tell (I am sure you will notice in my slower, measured speech). But, I believe that it is important for me to share what God has done in my life! It is important to share that Jesus still has power to save! It is also important to show that Christians aren't perfect. We all need a Savior.

I hope my story will inspire you to search the scriptures to find the loving Father that I have found!

This is my second time reflecting on my experience as a new Christian podcaster. There are two parts:

Podcasting (1:35)

Spiritual Growth (14:10) and my purpose.

This experience has been invaluable to me, so thank you for joining me. Please like, subscribe and share to help grow our ministry. Visit us at biblehowto.com for more information.

The Bible has EASTER EGGS!

Pastor Nathan Renner, co-founder of Arise

Discover how literary devices are used to focus the message. Learn about the various kinds of devices that we don't use in English. Answer the question, "How do I use this strategy if I am not a Hebrew or Greek scholar?"

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Do you want to learn to move past just highlighting scripture to marking your Bible with intention? In this episode Christopher Beason of Mission SONlight Chatt shares some practical tips for marking your Bible.

Learn how to choose a study method that resonates with you. Then get tips on how to mark your Bible for future personal study, or for sharing.

**We had some technical difficulties with recording outside of our studio. The sound quality is not what we had hoped for, but we didn't want you to miss out. We have provided subtitles wherever you watch us. Please check our website for the PDF notes at biblehowto.com/episodenotes

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In this episode we explore further how context effects our understanding of scripture. Pastor Gary Rustad helps us look more closely at the context of the author as well as the context of the audience. Pastor Rustad shares examples of how context has effected his interactions with others, and examples from scripture.

In the light of the Synthesis Principle the biblical context of the author and the audience being addressed may help us reconcile any discrepancies in the Bible.

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Why does God use symbols? How do we determine when something is  symbolic? How do we determine the meaning of the symbol?

Pastor Ivor Myers of Power of the Lamb Ministries (@ivormyers) shares his "Phototheology" program, and helps us answer these questions and more.

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