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 considering the Bible, do you confuse the ark of the covenant with the ark of Noah? Or mix up Jericho with Jeroboam? Do you think Sodom and Gomorrah were husband and wife? Do you know how the Old Testament is different from the New Testament, but how they tell the same story? Do you get uncomfortably nervous when you're asked in a group to look up a verse in the book of Zephaniah? Bible Gateway interviewed Max Anders about his book, 30 Days to Understanding the Bible: Unlock the Scriptures in 15 Minutes a Day (Thomas Nelson, 2018).
Become a member of Bible Gateway Plus and get immediate 24/7 access to the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible and other valuable Bible commentaries.
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How does the Bible point readers to beauty found in brokenness and hope found in hard places? What would it mean to trace themes such as togetherness, grace, everyday leadership, friendship, hospitality, gratitude, and more through the pages of Scripture? Bible Gateway interviewed Denise Hughes, general editor of the CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible (Holman Bible Publishers, 2018).
Become a member of Bible Gateway Plus and get immediate 24/7 access to the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary and other valuable Bible commentaries.
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Browse exclusive discounts on the best Christian books, Bibles, studies, and more! Check every day for the Deal of the Day in the Bible Gateway Store. And sign up to receive our Deal of the Day newsletter!
Browse the Christmas section in the Bible Gateway Store.
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Scientists have found that a "superheated blast from the skies" destroyed cities near the Dead Sea 3,700 years ago, which biblical analysts are saying echoes the destruction of Sodom (see Genesis 19).
See the Scripture Engagement section on Bible Gateway.
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See more Bible-related articles in this week’s Bible News Roundup.
See previous editions of Bible News Roundup and Weekly Brief.
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Advent is almost upon us. That means it’s time for Bible Gateway's free Advent and Christmas devotions. This year, we’re bringing back several favorite classic devotionals, and introducing a new one that will help you renew your focus on God’s Word this holiday season.
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There’s a brand-new title in the Bible Gateway Plus library—The Orthodox Study Bible (Thomas Nelson). The reference notes in this study Bible are rich with ancient Christian perspective and liturgical readings—perfect for you to better understand the apostolic roots of Christianity and the insights of the early church fathers.
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Rick McKinley, Chris Seay, and Greg Holder, authors of Advent Conspiracy: Making Christmas Meaningful (Again) (Zondervan, 2018), ask, "What do we worship during Advent? “Jesus” is the right answer, of course, but is it the true answer? Does the way we spend our time, money, and energy testify that we worship God incarnate?...."
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Here’s a Christmas blessing for personal or church use (including a printable PDF version): "Lord God, In these weeks leading up to Christmas we long to know the meaning, the power, and the mystery of that great mission whereby you came to save us from our sins...."
Browse the Christian Living section in the Bible Gateway Store.
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Kyle Idleman, author of God’s at War: Defeating the Idols that Battle for Your Heart (Zondervan, 2018), says, "When I talk to people, they point to what they believe is the problem. In their minds, they’ve nailed it. But here’s what I’ve discovered: they’re talking about a symptom rather than the true illness—the true issue—which is always idolatry...."
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A majority of Americans declare they wish they used the Bible more than they currently do. One way to start 2019 is to select the Bible Gateway Bible reading plan that's right for your personal pace.
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The Bible isn’t necessarily meant to be read from front to back. In fact, the Bible is a collection of many books written in a variety of different genres or types of literature. These genres all need to be read a little differently. Starting at Genesis and trying to read straight through without a strategy can get frustrating if you don’t know how these books and their literary genres work together....
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This month enter for your chance to win either a copy of the NKJV Comfort Print Single-Column Reference Bible, Premium Leather, Black, Premier Collection (Thomas Nelson, 2018)—which has a suggested retail value of $159.99—OR a copy of the NKJV Comfort Print Thinline Reference Bible, Large Print, Premium Leather, Black, Premier Collection (Thomas Nelson, 2018)—which has a suggested retail value of $149.99.
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We're hearing from many of you during our year-long 25th anniversary celebration, such as: "I use Bible Gateway EVERY SINGLE DAY. I'd be lost without it! I'm a Bible Gateway Plus member; it's the best option available!" Tell us what Bible Gateway means to you—and tell your friends and followers by using the #MyBibleGateway hashtag to communicate the fun!
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The Case for Christmas is the 4-week Advent online study with bestselling author, apologist, and Bible teacher Lee Strobel, who says, "This is the greatest story ever told!.. Not just because it’s amazing. Not just because it blows your mind. But because it’s true! And because it’s true, it makes a difference to each one of our lives."
Read the Bible Gateway Blog post, The Case for Christ: An Interview with Lee Strobel and these posts by Lee Stobel, Can Science Explain All the Complexities of Our World? and Would You Believe a Healing Miracle Caught on Tape?.
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This feature in Weekly Brief is intended to help you become aware of the plethora of Bible versions available for you to freely read on Bible Gateway. This week read:
Tell your pastor to visit the Pastor Resources Page on Bible Gateway.
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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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