Author: Joseph Edem Bassey

Assuming someone walked up to you and said, Behold what manner of love the Father has given us, what would you say? When we talk about love, there is always a distinction with the parental love. And in this case, we are looking at Abba Father’s love. Meanwhile, have you had a chance to read my article, Follow Me As I Follow Christ? You should check it out. Behold What Manner Of Love Verse The compelling statement, Behold what manner of love, is not just an inspirational quote but a scriptural quote with a unique meaning. In the whole material called the…

A person interested in studying the Bible will often be concerned with how best to study the Bible. Welcome to a Bible study guide where I discuss five of the best Bible Study Methods For Beginners. These methods will help take your learning into a more engaging and profitable dimension. Keep in mind that you do not need a degree or SPECIAL skills to study the Bible. What you need to do is give your attention to it and choose the method that is most comfortable for you. Meanwhile, have you seen our guide on How To Study The Bible…

There are several names attributed to God in the Bible. Some have listed them into different groups as the 72 names of God and other unique names. However, in this message, we will be studying 7 Redemptive Names Of God In The Bible. We will see how the names came to be, their meanings, and what they signify to The Believers Today. Meanwhile, have you seen the message, Above All Else, Guard Your Heart? You should give it a read! What Does ‘Names Of God In The Bible’ Mean? A name is a word or phrase used to identify a…

There was this song we used to sing as children in school days. It says, obey-obey, obey, obey, obedience is better than sacrifice! I am thinking about whether or not we understood what we sang, but the good thing we learned was to obey our parents and elders. We did not consider that aspect of sacrifice. In this message, we will examine the statement, Obedience is better than sacrifice, to understand the content, intent of the speaker, and implication of it. Meanwhile, have you seen the message, I Desire Mercy, Not Sacrifice? You should give it a read! Obedience Is…

There is a saying, As he thinks in his heart, so is he. Growing up with that proverb in mind created some sense of awareness within. You may be wondering why I had to bring that up. It is simple: we will be dealing with the same thing but from an instructive standpoint. That is, Guard your heart with diligence. The instruction sometimes comes this way: Above all else, guard your heart. We will examine the statement to help you understand why this is necessary. Meanwhile, have you read our previous message, The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things? If…

It is one thing to read from book to book and another to study the Bible effectively. As a Believer in Christ or a person of interest, you may be asking, How do I study the Bible effectively? Hold on. The Bible is not a storybook you just read, smile at, and move on. It is an instructive material that requires diligence for understanding to be received. This article on How To Study The Bible For Beginners will not only help people who want to start looking at the Bible intentionally. It will also enhance the involvement of those who…

Whenever I think about the good, the bad, and the ugly situations I find myself in, I realize that His eye is on The Sparrow, and I know He watches me. Are you afraid, worried, or troubled? You may be going through some tough times, dealing with trials and temptations. And are wondering if God really cares. In this article, His Eye Is On The Sparrow, we will consider life and how God constantly watches over us. Meanwhile, have you had a chance to read our article titled, My Sheep Hear My Voice, And I Know Them? You should check it…

Psalms 121 is a commonly quoted chapter of scripture where I discovered that my help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Have you gotten to a point in life where it seems all hell broke loose? If you take a look at the past, you’d likely notice a point or two where you felt like, “Can I handle it?” or maybe, “I don’t think I can.” King David was somewhere, and somehow he realized how much help he needed. That Psalm said it all. Hold on, in case you are going through any trial or persecution, you…

It is reassuring to know that Christ has Redeemed us from the curse of the Law. The word “curse” is one of the commonly used words that can mean different things in the context of scripture as well as other writings. On one hand, it could mean to reject, and on the other hand, it could mean a consequence. When looked at with regards to the Law, a curse would most likely be the consequence for defaulting on a law. To arrive at how Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law, we will look at the cursed in…

Here is one of Jesus’ most comforting instructions to his disciples: “But be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” You may be wondering how Jesus made such a statement and why. Of course, we’ll see that in a moment. However, I’d like to recommend a recent article on The Story of Nicodemus in the Bible. I trust you will appreciate it. What Does John 16:33 Say? John 16:33 (KJV): “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the…