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Genealogy Shows the Shortening of Life

Posted on June 2, 2024 by billbushauthor

In response to the second rebellion of mankind, the sons of God marrying the daughters of man, God states in Genesis 6:3, “My Spirit will not contend with humans forever, for they are mortal; their days will be a hundred and twenty years.” This … Continue reading →

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The Three Rebellions

Posted on May 26, 2024 by billbushauthor

Did you know there are three world-wide rebellions against God in the first 11 chapters of the Bible? The first, of course, is Adam and Eve. God gave them everything except for one tree, yet they decided it wasn’t enough … Continue reading →

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Does Genealogy in Genesis 5 Demonstrate God’s Mercy?

Posted on May 19, 2024 by billbushauthor

Genesis 5 provides the first genealogy of the Bible, tracing man’s lineage from Adam to Noah. While genealogies can be dry to read, a closer look at them can shine light on interesting facts. For instance, Enoch lived 365 years, … Continue reading →

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The Origins of Sacrifice

Posted on May 13, 2024 by billbushauthor

Last week we talked about the protoevangelium of the Bible, the first gospel, found in Genesis 3:15. That was the first promise of a redemptive plan from God. After He curses Adam and Eve in 3:16-19, we see the evidence … Continue reading →

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The Protoevangelium

Posted on May 5, 2024 by billbushauthor

After Adam and Eve ate of the forbidden fruit, God cursed the serpent. Genesis 3:15 states, “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his … Continue reading →

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Hodgepodge of Bible Information

Posted on April 28, 2024 by billbushauthor

What is the shortest verse in the Bible?  John 11:35: “Jesus wept.” What is the longest verse in the Bible?  It depends. In the original languages, Revelation 20:4 has 58 words while Esther 8:9 has 43 words. So, the longest verse in … Continue reading →

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April 2024 Storytime Blog Hop

Posted on April 24, 2024 by billbushauthor

Once again it’s time for a fun adventure. Enjoy my story below, then follow the links to other stories of participating authors in the blog hop.  Leave us comments.  We love hearing from you! This is the 14th installment of … Continue reading →

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Covenant of the New Testament

Posted on April 21, 2024 by billbushauthor

The word testament means covenant. Thus, the Old Testament means the old covenant. Jesus explained the new covenant during the last supper, in Matthew 26:27-28, after he broke the bread: “Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, … Continue reading →

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New Testament Organization

Posted on April 14, 2024 by billbushauthor

The 27 books of the New Testament are divided into 4 sections:

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Biggest and Smallest

Posted on April 10, 2024 by billbushauthor

What book of the Bible has the most chapters? That distinction goes to the book of Psalms at 150 chapters. The second is the book of Isaiah with 66 chapters. In fact, the top 13 books in the bible with … Continue reading →

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