Weekly Brief is your 1-minute smart and fast report to keep you informed of important Bible-related trends, statistics, articles, and pivotal happenings on the Web and at Bible Gateway. Forward to your friends and share with your followers to encourage them to subscribe.
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When someone is grieving, what should we say? How can we help? How do we comfort without offering shallow platitudes? What does the Bible mean when it says our help comes from the Lord? Scripture deals plainly and honestly with suffering and simultaneously points people to the rich hope we find in God. Bible Gateway interviewed Kaitlin Wernet, who, along with Caleb Faires, Rebecca Faires, and Cymone Wilder, wrote and designed The Book of Comforts: Genuine Encouragement for Hard Times (Zondervan, 2019).
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Long time radio Bible teacher and author, the late Dr. Warren Wiersbe was well known around the world for his comforting voice and warm personal approach to studying the Bible. Whether through his bestselling "BE Series" commentaries or his popular "Back to the Bible" radio ministry, Dr. Wiersbe guided millions into a life-transforming encounter with God’s Word. In this video Q&A, Warren Wiersbe, general editor of The Wiersbe Study Bible (Thomas Nelson, 2019), shares his love of the New King James Version (NKJV) Bible translation and how this study Bible offers in-depth reflections on scriptural themes to encourage the spiritual journey of its readers.
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Though these days of isolation may bring a load of uncertainty and fear that feels too heavy to bear, God gives us this promise: You’ll get through this. Sign up now to have free, open-access to Max Lucado's 6 teaching videos in the You'll Get Through This Online Bible Study based on the book You'll Get Through This: Hope and Help for Your Turbulent Times. ALSO: Join Max for a brief Online Church on the Bible Gateway's Facebook page this Sunday at 9:30 EDT during this time of the coronavirus pandemic.
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IMPORTANT RESOURCES FOR YOU
USA National Day of Prayer is May 7. See the Prayer section in the Bible Gateway Store.
Mother's Day is May 10. See the Gifts for Mom section in the Bible Gateway Store.
Ramadan lasts until May 23. See the Understanding Islam section of resources in the Bible Gateway Store.
We're now in the season of Easter (until Pentecost Sunday). See the Easter section of resources in the Bible Gateway Store.
2020 is the Year Of The Bible. Select the free Bible Reading Plan that's right for you this year.
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This free 7-day only email devotional, taken from the Busy Mom’s Bible: Daily Inspiration Even If You Only Have One Minute (Zondervan, 2020), will help you find peace and joy as a busy mom. Many things can get in the way of reading God’s Word, but motherhood shouldn’t be one of them.
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It's not too late! Join the greatest adventure of your life from home! Experience the thrill of discovering the Word of God in its original languages of Hebrew and Greek by virtually visiting the Holy Land and walking where Jesus walked. Join Kathie Lee Gifford as she presents The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi video Online Bible Study.
Read the Bible Gateway Blog post, Sneak Peek: The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi by Kathie Lee Gifford.
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The Adventure Bible, published by Zonderkidz, has surpassed 10 million units sold since first appearing 31 years ago. Its colorful features and notes clarify the stories and concepts of Scripture and help them be understood as relevant to the lives of children.
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The USA National Day of Prayer is May 7. In his book Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? (Zondervan, 2010), bestselling author Philip Yancey says, "The main purpose of prayer is not to make life easier, nor to gain magical powers, but to know God." The Bible records many prayers. When you don’t know what to say to God, look to these Scripture for prayerful insight....
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Jennifer Fulwiler, author of Your Blue Flame: Drop the Guilt and Do What Makes You Come Alive (Zondervan, 2020), says, "How can I embrace the chaos that’s a normal part of my life without letting it derail the work I’m meant to do? I learned a lot about this in a surprising place: a Benedictine monastery in Oregon...."
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With the majority of Americans confined to their homes, thousands stricken by COVID-19, and Bibles an increasingly sought-after resource, Tyndale and Zondervan have released two new editions of the Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition, (Tyndale House/Zondervan, 2019): Large Print and Personal Size.
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In this time of physical distancing, when church buildings are closed and people are prevented from gathering, Bible Gateway’s free email devotional, Worship & Word, will help lift your soul in adoration of God and out of the “miry clay” of current events.
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While many of us are stuck inside, unable to attend church services or join a household Bible study, it’s more important than ever that we pursue a deeper understanding of Scripture and remain in the Word. Bible Gateway Plus is a digital Bible study service that gives you access to a library of study & reference books—including commentaries, language tools, and sermons—that equips you to gain daily biblical insight and find biblical answers during the toughest times and situations.
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In this 100th lesson on how to live the Bible, pastor and author Dr. Mel Lawrenz says, "Here is a fine list of character qualities for any person living anywhere in the world at any time: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, self-control...." If you want to know how to live the Bible every day, read this installment of his series on our Blog and encourage your friends and followers to receive it by email.
Browse the Christian Living section in the Bible Gateway Store.
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Jimmy Evans, author of The Four Laws of Love: Guaranteed Success for Every Married Couple, says, "The first words God spoke concerning marriage are in Genesis 2:24-25. When God opened my mind to the truth in this passage, it transformed my own marriage. I’ve spent decades teaching these truths all over the world. Here are the Four Laws of Love...."
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John Maxwell, editor of The Maxwell Leadership Bible / Third Edition (Thomas Nelson, 2018), says, "The American church is dying due to lack of strong leadership. In this time of unprecedented opportunity and plentiful resources, the church is actually losing influence...."
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Browse the many free video presentations on the ChurchSource webcast channel by such authors as Clay Scroggins, Gary Thomas, Josh McDowell, Lee Strobel, and many more from whom you're able to learn at your convenience.
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Reading the Bible in multiple languages and multiple versions is always just a click away online at Bible Gateway and in print from the Bible Gateway Store, where you'll save money while supporting the ministry of Bible Gateway when making a purchase.
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