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7 Step-by-Step Bible Study Methods
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7 Step-by-Step Bible Study Methods

Does the Old Testament Law Still Apply?
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Does the Old Testament Law Still Apply?

Discover the 5 Covenants in the Bible
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Discover the 5 Covenants in the Bible

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Is “The Flesh” Inherently Sinful?

Is the flesh inherently sinful?

According to Western liturgical tradition, February 21st is Shrove Tuesday, also known as Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras, Carnival, or (if you’re Polish or simply fond of giant jelly donuts) Paczki Day. It marks one last day for liturgical Christians to revel in the “pleasures of the flesh” before they descend…

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The Popularity of the Gospel of Matthew

The Gospel of Matthew was widely popular in the second and third centuries. In fact, it was much more popular than the other Gospels, earning its place at the front of the canon. The Bible Speaks Today series addresses this topic well. We took an excerpt from the introduction on…

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7 Methods of Studying the Bible app
Bible Study Tips

7 Step-by-Step Bible Study Methods

Need to add some pep to your Bible study? Here are 7 different step-by-step Bible study methods you can easily do on your own. We took these methods straight out of the Open Bible Study Notes (KJV and NJKV version!). They are a sure-fire way to get your study of…

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Old Testament

Ruth’s Defiance: An Exegetical Study

Ruth Defiance Exegetical

When Naomi tells Ruth to leave, Ruth’s defiance is blatant. She will not leave. But what are we supposed to take away from this first chapter of Ruth? Read this exegetical study from the Kregel Exegetical Library Series. And, at the end, you’ll find a resourceful “Message and Application” section.…

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Romans 12: Love and Its Manifestations

In Romans 12, Paul gives us a lengthy list of haphazard commands. If read too quickly, you might be convinced you read a passage out of Proverbs. What is the connection between all these bits of wisdom? Is there a main motif or pattern? Douglas Moo, author of the New…

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Commentaries

Look Inside The New International Commentary

The New International Commentary of the Old and New Testament is a rich, academic resource for studying the Bible. Published by Eerdmans, this set contains scholarship from well-known theologians. Olive Tree is proud to make this commentary available inside the app, making it incredibly easy to use. If you’re wondering…

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How Jesus Came

Virgin Birth of Jesus

But how exactly did Jesus come to earth? This season of anticipation of Christ’s coming, or Advent, is celebrated in the weeks leading up to Christmas. You’ve most likely heard about the virgin birth, but let’s take it a step further. Read these excerpts from the CSB Baker Illustrated Study…

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CSB Baker Illustrated Study Bible

If you’re looking for a study Bible that contains plenty of visuals—this is for you. The CSB Baker Illustrated Study Bible comes with so much more than notes. Before we look inside this study Bible, let’s hear from the editors. They have the best insight as to what sets this…

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Commentaries

Two Horizons Commentary Set

The Two Horizons Old and New Testament Commentary is a wide-approach 12-volume commentary set. It takes into account historical, cultural, and linguistic questions, while primarily seeking to understand the text theologically. So, if you’re wondering whether this is a commentary for you, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s walk…

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