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How Our Family Celebrates All Saints Day

Oct 29, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Church Holidays

All Saints Day was first instituted in 735 AD by Pope Gregory IV, who moved the date from its previous observance in May to its new date of November 1st. This day was meant to celebrate the martyrs, and most likely emerged in the first few centuries after the Diocletian persecution of the church (which came before Constantine legalized Christianity in the 300s). The “saints” were (and are) believers in Christ and/or martyrs for the faith.

Gender Roles in a Christian Marriage [The Women’s Issues Series]

Oct 28, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Podcast Episodes

What does Genesis 3:16 mean – her desire is “for” her husband? What does 1 Timothy 2 intend, saying women must remain silent? How does this play out in marriage? This is the subject of this week’s episode of Verity podcast!

Little Graces Are His Glory + Postpartum Favorites

Oct 26, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Motherhood

I asked for a small thing.

It wasn’t much, and I didn’t deserve it. But I asked all the same.

It was a short list, a prayer I prayed before Pilates each morning or while making toast in the afternoon. A breath prayer, you could call it: Please Lord, let it be cool weather after the baby is born.

Use Up Your Life

Oct 19, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology

This life is the only one we have. It’s our only opportunity to make an impact in a fallen world. It’s our chance to spend every last minute doing something for the kingdom of God.

How the Bible Was Canonized: Canon Q&A

Oct 6, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Podcast Episodes

After weeks of studying how the Bible came to be and how to study it, my followers still had a few more questions! In this episode of Verity I answered ten or so final questions that came up during the series, including topics like the church fathers, Amplified Bible, Book of Enoch, how chapters and verses were developed, and more.

How to Have a Quiet Time as a Couple

Oct 5, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Dating & Marriage, Singleness

Whether you’re dating or newly married, pursuing God together is the surest way to build a strong relationship foundation. If you’re dating, spending time in God’s Word as a couple will strengthen your resolve for purity. If you’re married, regular devotional times will transform your attitudes toward one another.

How the Bible Was Canonized: Bible Study 101

Sep 29, 2020 | Basic Theology, Christian Life & Theology, Podcast Episodes

How do we study the Bible effectively? If you’ve followed the Canon series on Verity podcast, you know a lot about the history and development of the Bible – which should enhance your appreciation for it! But when it comes to the day to day, how do we break down these words and learn who God is?

How the Bible Was Canonized: Is the KJV the Best Translation?

Sep 22, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Podcast Episodes

Is the King James Version the best or only version of the Bible we should use? It’s a question I’m sure we have all wondered as we discuss with KJV only friends. Or perhaps you’ve seen graphics going around Facebook saying certain bible versions are “missing” verses that the KJV includes.

In this episode of Verity, we talk all about the KJV: its history, how it developed, why its manuscripts were different, and more.

God, What Do I Do With These Desires?

Sep 21, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Sexuality

“Why would God give me these desires if He’s not going to fulfill them?”

It’s a question many young men and women are asking. It’s a question I see at least once a week in my email, sometimes once a day. It’s a pressing concern for Christians, who, in their walk with God are commanded to “be holy as He is holy” – all the while battling a longing for companionship, or marriage, or – well, sex!

What do I do with these desires?

How the Bible Was Canonized: English Bible Translation and History

Sep 15, 2020 | Christian Life & Theology, Podcast Episodes

Have you ever wondered why and how so many English translations of the Bible came to be? Look no further! This episode of Verity digs into this topic, covering the styles and reasoning behind English translation, how it works, and why we see such diverse translations on our shelves. We also deep dive into the history of the English Bible and how it came to our hands today.

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