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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?
Old Testament

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

App Tips

Warm Up with Devotional Reading

Once upon a time, Olive Tree didn’t have devotional reading plans. This meant that, when you wanted to work your way through a devotional, you had to find it in your library and get yourself to where you last stopped reading. But now, with a few improvements, devotional reading in…

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Bible Study Tips

3 Resources for a Starter Library

We hear this question a lot: “What are some great resources to get me started with the Olive Tree Bible App?” We’ve decided to share our recommendation because there might be others asking the same question. So, here are 3 resources for a starter library! 1) STUDY BIBLE WHAT MAKES…

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forgiveness
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The Greatness of Forgiveness

What does Matthew 18 teach us about forgiveness? We’re giving you a huge peek inside the renowned Preacher’s Commentary because we love what it has to say! THE NATURE OF FORGIVENESS The nature of forgiveness is a most profound aspect of reconciling grace. Forgiveness is never easy; it is hard.…

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New Testament

Life Lessons: Ephesians 2:1-22

SITUATION The Ephesians forgot what God did to save them and to make them a part of his Body. OBSERVATION God’s mercy plucks us from the destruction of our countless sins and places us in Jesus Christ’s righteousness. INSPIRATION When I read a verse like Ephesians 2:4, I feel I…

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When Thankfulness is Hard

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7 WE HAVE SOMETHING TO BE THANKFUL FOR It’s…

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Commentaries

Look Inside: Expositor’s Bible Commentary

WHAT IS THE EXPOSITOR’S BIBLE COMMENTARY? The Expositor’s Bible Commentary is a Gold Medallion Christian Book Award-winning resource! Scholars consider it a major contribution to the study and understanding of the Scriptures. So, unsurprisingly, this 12-volume work is a mainstay in seminary and university libraries. Without a doubt, it provides pastors…

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Friendship with the Lord

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No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I heard from My Father I have made known to you. — John 15:15 FRIENDSHIP IN ROME In the Roman world, a “friend”…

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Commentaries

Which Expositor’s Commentary is Right for Me?

You may have noticed that we have two commentary sets that are nearly identical in title: Expositor’s Bible Commentary (12 Volumes) and Expositors Bible Commentary – Revised Series (13 Volumes) Having more options is good for you—if you know what they are and why they will enhance your study of…

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Unapologetic Study Bible
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NKJV Unapologetic Study Bible

Have you ever wished that the Bible spoke directly about controversial issues we face today? The NKJV Unapologetic Study Bible hopes to bridge the gap between God’s instruction and today’s questions. But how? ANSWERS FOR TODAY The goal of this Bible is to inspire believers to Christlike thought, belief, speech,…

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