Experiencing your Fire Bible

Experiencing your

Fire BibleA Quick Study Guide

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Copyright Life Publishers 2009

Published by Life Publishers, Springfi eld, Missouri USA

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Copyright 1982, 1984; maps and charts, copyright ©1988 by Zondervan Corporation.

Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

All articles, selected black and white maps and charts as noted, book introductions and outlines,

color maps and the color map index, footnotes, study notes, subject index, Themefi nder™

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All rights reserved.

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ContentsPreface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Introductions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Section Headings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Study Notes for Key Verses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Articles on Key Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Themefi ndersTM for 12 Major Topics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Themefi nderTM Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Maps and Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Other Tools and Concordance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Answer Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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PrefaceDo you want to cultivate a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit?

The Fire Bible is designed to help guide you into a Christ-centered and Spirit-led lifestyle. You

will grow in the Lord and understand God’s wonderful plan for his Church and your life as you

read the extensive study materials.

Do you want to develop a greater understanding of biblical truth?

The Fire Bible is an important biblical resource for all Christians who long to gain a deeper

knowledge of God’s Word. This study Bible will help you build a strong foundation of spiritual

understanding. You will learn to walk in spiritual victory and face the challenges of daily life

through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Now that you have a Fire Bible, how can you get the most out of it?

What can you do with the amazing study tools provided for you? These tools will help you

prepare a wide variety of Bible lessons, sermons, and study materials for yourself or to teach

others. You will fi nd amazing facts about people and places in the Bible that you never knew

before. You will understand the Bible in ways that you never dreamed possible. And you will

fi nd an emphasis on signifi cant themes that are unique to this Bible such as divine healing,

miracles, gifts of the Spirit, and living in the fullness of the Spirit.

Here are some ways you can use your Fire Bible:

Would you like to • prepare sermons about a specifi c book of the Bible? The

introductions, section headings, and references provided in each book will guide you

step by step as you gather valuable details and information about the book as a whole

and about specifi c passages in the book.

If you are eager to create inspiring • family devotions, you can pick a theme and then

gather details about that theme using the study notes and the articles on key topics,

along with the Themefi nders™ and the subject index.

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Do you want to create charts and graphs about a place or event in the Bible for your •

small group study or perhaps for a class you are teaching? The introductions to each

book along with a wide variety of maps and charts are fi lled with facts to help you.

Are you curious about teaching a certain Bible topic to your • youth group? Helpful tools

such as the Themefi nders™ and the concordance will help you fi nd information and Bible

texts about that topic.

Perhaps you want to prepare a study about a certain person in the Bible for the • Sunday

school class you teach or the children’s Bible Club you direct. The study notes, subject

index, and concordance will help you gather information about that Bible character.

Within the pages of the Fire Bible, you will see God’s love in action and will learn how he wants

you to live. It is important not just to read the Bible but also to study it so that God’s Word

becomes the guide for your thoughts and actions.

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The Fire Bible includes twelve tools that were created specifi cally to guide you and provide

information to help you eff ectively study God’s Word.

Introductions for Each Bible Book•

Section Headings•

References •

Study Notes for Key Verses•

Articles on Key Topics•

Subject Index•

Themefi nders™ for 12 Major Topics•

Themefi nder™ Index•

Maps and Charts•

Table of Weights and Measures•

One-Year Reading Plan•

Concordance•

In this guide, we will overview each of these tools in a way that will be of maximum benefi t to

you. We will provide a brief description of these tools and will explain how to use each one.

Chapter One: Introductions 7

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To help you understand what a biblical writer is saying in the text of any book of the Bible, we

suggest that you fi rst read the introduction to that book. Each introduction includes:

1 Outline

2 Background of historical information

3 Purpose of the book

4 Survey or brief overview of the contents

5 Special Features

6 New Testament Fulfi llment

These six items in the introductions provide insight and information about every book in the

Bible. You can practice using these six items by answering the questions below. These questions

are based on information found in the introduction to Genesis, the fi rst book of the Bible.

FIND IT >> Turn to the introduction to Genesis at the front of your Bible. This will be page 1.

Introductions


OutlineNotice how the outline provides two helpful types of information. First, it gives a title or

heading for each major section in the book. These are arranged by numbers or letters as

headings and subheadings. Second, the outline arranges these titles in the order they appear

in the book. So the outline provides a brief summary of the text in each book and also indicates

where to fi nd it in that book. Use the outline of Genesis to answer the following questions:

GENESIS Outline I. The Beginnings of Human History (1:1—11:26)

A. Origin of the Universe and Life (1:1—2:25)

1. Summary of All Creation (1:1—2:4)

2. Expanded Creation Account of Adam and Eve (2:5-25)

B. Origin of Sin (3:1-24)

1. Temptation and the Fall (3:1-6)

2. Consequences of the Fall (3:7-24)

C. Origins of Civilization (4:1—5:32)

1. Cain: Pagan Culture (4:1-24)

2. Seth and Enosh: A Righteous Response (4:25-26)

3. Family History of Pre-flood Patriarchs (5:1-32)

D. The Great Flood: God’s Judgment on Early Civilization (6:1—8:19)

1. Universal Wickedness and Depravity (6:1-8, 11-12)

Q1 What is the fi rst major heading given in the outline?

Q2 What chapters of Genesis are included in this heading? (Note the references in parenthesis.)

Q3 What is the fi nal subheading given in the outline?

Q4 What verses of chapter 50 are included in this fi nal subheading?


Historical InformationTo correctly interpret the text in a book of the Bible, we need to have historical information

about the book and its author. This information is included in the introduction to each book.

The introduction includes facts about the writer along with the circumstances and date of

writing.

FIND IT >> Find the historical information in the introduction to Genesis and answer the questions below:

Date of Writing: c. 1445—1405 B.C.

Background

Genesis is the first book of the OT and serves as an introduction to the entire Bible. The first

Hebrew word used in the book, bereshith, is also used as the title, since bereshith means “in

the beginning.” But the English Bible uses the word “Genesis,” which is the Greek translation of

the original Hebrew word. Genesis is a title that reflects what we find in the entire book, for it

means “the origin, source, creation or beginning of something.” Therefore, Genesis is “the book

of beginnings.”

The author of Genesis is not mentioned in the book itself. However, other parts of the Bible

(e.g., 1Ki 2:3; 2Ki 14:6; Ezr 6:18; Ne 13:1; Da 9:11-13; Mal 4:4; Mk 12:26; Lk 16:29, 31; Jn 7:19-23; Ac 26:22;

1Co 9:9; 2Co 3:15) indicate that Moses wrote the entire Pentateuch, which consists of the first five

books of the OT. Also, ancient Jewish writers and leaders of the early church all testify that Moses

was the author of Genesis. Since the entire history of Genesis took place before Moses lived,

his role in writing Genesis mainly was (under the guidance and inspiration of the Holy Spirit)

to carefully fit together all the available written and oral accounts that we now find preserved

in Genesis. In this way, Moses was much like an editor. These are accounts of humankind

from Adam to Joseph. Eleven times Moses uses the phrase “this is the account of” (Heb ’elleh toledoth). Perhaps he is referring to some of these historical records. The Hebrew phrase can also

be translated “these are the histories by” (see 2:4; 5:1; 6:9; 10:1; 11:10, 27; 25:12, 19; 36:1, 9; 37:2).

Q5 Who is the author of Genesis?

Q6 What is the theme of the book?

Q7 What is the date of writing?

Q8 Read the background information. What is the meaning of the book’s title, Genesis?


Helpful Notes:

The Old Testament Books

There are 39 books in the Old Testament. These books tell the story of

what happened in the agreement between God and the Jews over a

period of about 1,500 years (1,900 to 400 B.C.) They can be divided into

fi ve consecutive groups:

1. Books of Law (Pentateuch): Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus,

Numbers, Deuteronomy

2. Books of History: Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 and 2 Samuel,

1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther

3. Books of Poetry: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song

of Songs

4. Books of Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations,

Ezekiel, Daniel

5. Books of Minor Prophets: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah,

Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai,

Zechariah, Malachi

The name of each book and where it can be found in the Bible is listed

in the Table of Contents. Abbreviations for each book, which are used in

the study material throughout your Study Bible, are found in the table

of Abbreviations (3 pages after the Table of Contents).


PurposeA statement about the basic purpose for the book provides a broad understanding of why the

book was written. It will help you understand how the book relates to other books in the Bible.

Read the paragraph about the purpose of Genesis.

Purpose

Genesis provides a necessary foundation for the rest of the Pentateuch (the first five OT books),

as well as for the entire Bible. It also preserves the only trustworthy record about the beginnings

of the universe, humankind, marriage, sin, cities, languages, nations, Israel and God’s plan to

restore his personal relationship with people. Through Genesis, God gives his covenant people

in both the OT and NT a basic understanding of himself, creation, the human race, the fall into

sin (see below), death, judgment, covenant and the promise of salvation to those who put their

faith in him.

Q9 Genesis is a trustworthy record about what nine things?


SurveyThe survey of each book provides an overview of the major sections of the book. This type of

information divides the text of a large book down into small sections of chapters based on

selected themes. You will fi nd the survey particularly helpful when you want to study an entire

book either for personal study or to prepare a series of sermons or lessons about that book.

FIND IT >> Read the survey of Genesis and answer the

following questions.

Survey

Genesis divides naturally into two major parts. (A) Chs. 1—11 provide an overview of the beginning

history of humankind from Adam to Abraham. The theme of this first part is expressed in the

record of five history-defining events. (1) Creation: God created all things, including Adam and

Eve whom he placed in the Garden of Eden (chs. 1—2). (2) The “Fall” (i.e., humankind’s original

disobedience toward God which disrupted his special favor toward them and destroyed their

perfect relationship with him): Adam and Eve defied God’s instruction, bringing the curse of sin

and death into human history (ch. 3). (3) Cain and Abel: The tragedy that occurred between these

Q10 Genesis is divided into how many parts?

Q11 The fi rst part, which provides an overview of human beginnings from Adam to Abraham, focuses on how many epochal events?

Q12 Briefl y describe one of those events.

Q13 List the four great patriarchs mentioned in the second part of the book.


Special FeaturesEach book of the Bible is unique. The Special Features paragraph lists the most signifi cant

features of each book. These might relate to the author, to the major characters in the book, the

contents of the book, or even to historical events at the time of writing.

FIND IT >> Find the Special Features paragraph about

Genesis.

Special Features

Seven major features characterize Genesis. (1) It was the first book of the Bible written (with the

possible exception of Job). It records the beginning of human history, sin, the Hebrew people and

God’s plan to repair and restore his relationship with humankind, which was destroyed by sin.

(2) The history in Genesis covers a larger period of time than the rest of the Bible combined. It

begins with the first human couple. It describes world history before the flood. And it focuses on

Hebrew history as the basis of God’s plan traced through the rest of the OT. (3) Genesis reveals

that the physical universe and life on earth are distinctly God’s work and not an independent

process of nature. Fifty times in chs. 1—2 it describes God’s actions as Creator. (4) Genesis is

a book of firsts. It records the first marriage, first family, first birth, first sin, first murder, first

polygamist (i.e., one who married more than one spouse), first musical instruments, first promise

Q14 How many features characterize Genesis?

Q15 List two of these features.


New Testament Fulfi llmentThe New Testament Fulfi llment paragraph in the Introduction describes how events, teachings,

and prophecies that are discussed in a particular Old Testament book are fulfi lled in the New

Testament. In many ways, the Old Testament books set the stage for the New Testament books.

The Old Testament books include historical events that relate directly to the New Testament.

In many instances, it is diffi cult to understand the Old Testament book without a clear

understanding of any New Testament events and teachings that relate to that book.

FIND IT >> Use the New Testament Fulfi llment paragraph in the Introduction to Genesis to help you answer the following questions.

New Testament Fulfillment

Genesis provides the prophetic history of God’s plan to bring people back into a relationship with

himself. This would eventually happen through a specific Redeemer—God’s Son, Jesus—who

would come through the woman’s offspring (3:15), through the family lines of Seth (4:25-26),

Shem (9:26-27) and Abraham (12:3). The NT directly connects Ge 12:3 to God sending Jesus Christ

(Gal 3:16, 29). Many individuals and events from Genesis are mentioned in the NT in relation to

faith and righteousness (e.g., Ro 4; Heb 11:1-22), God’s judgment (e.g., Lk 17:26-29, 32; 2Pe 3:6; Jude

1:7, 11a) and Christ (e.g., Mt 1:1; Jn 8:58; Heb 7).

Q16 Genesis reveals a Redeemer as coming through four blood lines. What are they?

Q17 Many people and events from Genesis are mentioned in the New Testament “in relation to faith and righteousness.” List three or four people who are mentioned in Hebrews 11:1–22


Helpful Notes:

The New Testament Books

There are 27 books in the New Testament. These books tell us about the

life and death of Jesus Christ, who completed the work of atonement

begun in the Old Testament. These books also record the birth and

growth of the Christian church. We can divide the New Testament books

into four consecutive groups.

1. Historical Books: Matthew, Mark, Luke, John, Acts

2. Letters from Paul: Romans, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians,

Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, 1 and 2 Thessalonians,

1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon

3. Letters for All: Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter; 1, 2, and

3 John, Jude

4. Apocalyptic: Revelation

The name of each book and where it can be found in the Bible is listed

in the Table of Contents. Abbreviations for each book, which are used in

the study material throughout your Study Bible, are found in the table

of Abbreviations (3 pages after the Table of Contents).

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Chapter Two: Section Headings

Your Bible contains section headings to help you understand the subject and content of each

section. These headings are short phrases that announce the topic of a group of verses. Very

often the headings are found at the beginning of a chapter, but sometimes you will fi nd them

within a chapter. It all depends on where a new section or topic begins.

FIND IT >> Notice where the fi rst two headings in Genesis are placed, on pages 5 and 9.

5 Genesis 1:8

1:1 a Jn 1:1-2 b Isa 42:5; 44:24; 45:12,181:3 c Ps 33:6,9 d 2Co 4:6*

1:5 e Ps 74:161:6 f Jer 10:12

The Beginning

1 In the beginning a God created the heavens and the earth. b 2 Now the earth was a formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.

3 And God said, c “Let there be light,” and there was light. d 4 God saw that the light was good, and he

d h l h f h

darkness. 5 God called the light “day,” and the darkness he called “night.” e And there was evening, and there was morn-ing—the first day.

6 And God said, “Let there be an expanse f between the waters to separate water from water.” 7 So God made the expanse and separated the water under the expanse from the water above it. g And it was so. 8 God called

Section Headings

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Q1 What is the fi rst section heading of Genesis?

Q2 Where is it placed?

Q3 What is the second section heading of Genesis?

Q4 Where is it placed?

The fi rst heading introduces the topic of Genesis 1:1 to 2:3. The second heading introduces

the topic of Genesis 2:4 to 25. When you read headings like these, notice how many verses or

paragraphs are under each. As you study the paragraphs or verses under each heading, try to

understand how they relate to the topic in the heading.

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Helpful Notes:

Chapters and Verses

The Bible, like many books, is divided into chapters. Notice the large

number 1 in the image below. This number shows that this is chapter 1

of Genesis.

Each chapter is further divided into verses that are numbered. A verse

is usually at least one sentence but it may contain more than one

sentence.

In the image below, note the small, raised 2 just before the phrase “Now

the earth was.” This small, raised number indicates the beginning of the

second verse of the fi rst chapter of Genesis. We would write it like this:

Genesis 1:2.

The Beginning

1 In the beginning a God created the heavens and the earth. b 2 Now the earth was a formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.

When the Bible was fi rst written, it was not divided into chapters and

verses. These numbered divisions were added hundreds of years later.

They help us to refer to very specifi c places in the Bible. They function

like addresses for every verse in the Bible. These “addresses” are referred

to as references.

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Chapter Three: References

The Fire Bible provides a helpful system of references so you can connect one text of the Bible

with others that have a similar theme. Since there are 31,102 verses in the Bible, a system like

this makes it easy to fi nd verses throughout the Bible that relate somehow to the verse or

phrase or word or topic you want to study. This system has three parts:

Cross References •

Parallel Passages•

Similar References•

Cross References A “cross reference” is a reference to a verse somewhere in the Bible that relates to another verse

or several verses in some way. This elaborate and extensive chain listing of related references

is found in a separate column of your Bible page, usually in the center. Bold numbers in this

column are the markers that show which verse on the page the additional references relate

to. (Some Bibles also use a more elaborate system of raised italic letters of the alphabet as

markers.) Notice the illustration that follows of the center column on the fi rst page of Bible text

in Genesis. The fi rst item is 1:1 in bold numbers. This refers to Genesis 1:1.

References

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Notice the fi rst fi ve references that follow the 1:1: Ps 102:25; Pr 8:23; Isa 40:21; 41:4, 26; John

1:1–2. Each of these fi ve verses found in other books of the Bible relate in some way to Genesis

1:1.

FIND IT >> Find the center column on the fi rst page of Genesis. Let’s practice using the cross references there.

The Beginning

1In the beginninga God createdb

the heavensc and the earth.c d 2Now the earth wasa formlesse and empty,f,,darkness was over the surface of the deep,g and the Spirit of Godg h washoveringi over the waters.i

3And God said,j,, “Let there be light,”j

and there was light.k 4God saw thatthe light was good,l and he separated l

the light from the darkness.m 5Godcalledn thelight“day ”andthedarkness

there was evening, and there was morningxgg —the second day.

9And God said, “Let the water under the sky be gathered to one place,y,, and let dry groundzdd appear.”z

And it was so.a 10God calledb the dry ground “land,” and the gatheredwatersc he called “seas.”c d And Godd

saw that it was good.e

1:1 aPs 102:25;

Pr 8:23; Isa 40:21;

41:4, 26; Jn 1:1-2 bver 21, 27; Ge 2:3bb

cver 6; Ne 9:6; cc

Job 9:8; 37:18;

Ps 96:5; 104:2;

115:15; 121:2;

136:5; Isa 40:22;

42:5; 51:13;

Jer 10:12; 51:15 dGe 14:19;

2Ki 19:15; Ne 9:6;

Job 38:4; Ps 90:2;

136:6; 146:6;

1:2 gGe 8:2; Job 7:12; 26:8; 38:9; Ps 36:6; 42:7; 104:6;

107:24; Pr 30:4 hGe 2:7; Job 33:4; Ps 104:30; Isa 32:15 i j

Q1 Look up the fi rst cross reference, Psalm 102:25. Write some words that are used both in Psalm 102:25 and Genesis 1:1.

Q2 How many references are listed under 1:1 in the center column?

Q3 Select another verse from the many options and briefl y describe how it relates to Genesis 1:1.

Q4 List how many references are given in your reference column for Genesis 1:4 and 1:8.


NOTE>> In some Bibles the cross references will not all fi t in the center column. In these instances, you can fi nd the “overfl ow” references at the bottom of the left column of Bible text.

“Like Nimrod, a mighty hunter before the LORD.” 10The first centers of hiskingdom were Babylon,a Erech,b Akkadand Calneh,c inc vn Shinar.v w d 11From that land he went to Assyria,e where he built e

Nineveh,f,, Rehoboth Ir,f x Calah x 12and Resen, which is between Nineveh and Calah; that is the great city.

13Mizraim was the father ofthe Ludites, Anamites, Lehabites, Naphtuhites, 14Pathrusites, Casluhites (from whom the Philistinesgsscame) and Caphtorites h

Eze 27:15, 20;

38:13

10:8 xMicx 5:6

10:9 y2Ch 14:9;

16:8; Isa 18:2zGe 25:27; 27:3

10:10 aGe 11:9;

2Ch 36:17;

Isa 13:1; 47:1;

Jer 21:2; 25:12;

50:1 bEzr 4:9 cIsa 10:9; Am 6:2dGe 11:2; 14:1;

Zec 5:11

10:11 ePs 83:8;

Mic 5:6 f66 2Kiff 19:36;

Isa 37:37; Jnh 1:2;

3:2 3; 4:11;

10:8 uFatheru may meanr ancestor or r predecessoror founder; also in verses 13, 15, 24 and 26.10:10 vOr Erech and Akkad-all of them in

10:14 gGe 21:32, 34; 26:1, 8; Jos 13:2; Jdg 3:3; Isa 14:31;

Jer 47:1, 4; Am 9:7 hDt 2:23; 1Ch 1:12 10:15 iS Ge 9:18jver 19; Josjj 11:8; Jdg 10:6; Isa 23:2, 4; Jer 25:22; 27:3;

47:4; Eze 28:21; 32:30; Joel 3:4; Zec 9:2 kEx 4:22; Nu 1:20;

3:2; 18:15; 26:5; 33:4 lGe 15:20; 23:3, 20; 25:10; 26:34;

27:46; 49:32; Nu 13:29; Jos 1:4; 1Sa 26:6; Eze 16:3

10:16 mJdgm 19:10; 1Ch 11:4; Ezr 9:1 nEx 3:8; Nu 13:29;

21:13; 32:39; Dt 1:4; Jos 2:10; 2Ch 8:7 oGe 15:18-21;

Dt 7:1 10:17 pGe 34:2; 36:2; Ex 3:8; Dt 7:1; Jdg 3:3

10:18 qEzeqq 27:8 r1Ch 18:3 sGe 12:6; 13:7; 50:11; Ex 13:11;

Nu 13:29; 14:25; 21:3; 33:40; Dt 1:7; Jdg 1:1

10:19 tGett 11:31; 12:1; 13:12; 17:8; 24:3; 26:34; 27:46;

28:1, 6, 8; 31:18; 35:6; 37:1; Lev 25:38 uS ver 15; Ge 49:13;

Jos 19:28; Jdg 1:31; 18:28; 2Sa 24:6 v2Ch 14:13

OVERFLO

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As you study references in the center column you may also notice a capital “S” placed before

a verse. This S signals one or more references that will cover a slightly diff erent aspect of the

concept or word referred to in the text.

4HEW 1

enealogy of Jesusp — Lk 3:23-38— Ru 4:18-22

p — 1Ch 3:10-17

ecord of the genealogy of Jesusist the son of David,a the son

aham:b

ham was the father of Isaac c

9Uzziah the father of JothamJotham the father of Ahaz,Ahaz the father of Hezekiah10Hezekiah the father of Manasseh,j,,Manasseh the father of AmoAmon the father of Josiah,11and Josiah the father

1:1 a 62Sa 7:12-16;

Isa 9:6, 7; 11:1;

Jer 23:5, 6;

S Mt 9:27; Lk 1:32,

69; Rev 22:16bGe 22:18;

S Gal 3:16

1:2 cGe 21:3,

12 dGe 25:26eGe 29:35; 49:10

FIND IT >> Find the overfl ow references at the bottom of the right column on the fi rst page of the Bible at Genesis 1. Find 1:6. Notice the second “S”.

Q5 How many verses are referred to after this S?


Q6 Select one of these verses and write it out completely.

Q7 How does that verse add to your understanding of Genesis 1:6?

Parallel & Similar PassagesAnother system of references that you will fi nd helpful are referred to as parallel passages.

When two or more passages of Scripture are nearly identical or deal with the same event, this

“parallel” is noted right under the section headings for those passages. Identical or nearly

identical passages are noted with “pp” (parallel passage). Similar passages—those not dealing

with the exact same event—are noted with “Ref” (reference).

FIND IT >> Can you fi nd the parallel references in the image?

4MATTHEW 1

The Genealogy of Jesus1:1-17 pp — Lk 3:23-381:3-6 pp — Ru 4:18-221:7-11 pp — 1Ch 3:10-17

1A record of the genealogy of JesusChrist the son of David,a the son

9Uzziah the father of Jotham,Jotham the father of Ahaz,Ahaz the father of Hezekiah,10Hezekiah the father of Manasseh,j,,Manasseh the father of Amon,

1:1 a 62Sa 7:12-16;

Isa 9:6, 7; 11:1;

Jer 23:5, 6;

S Mt 9:27; Lk 1:32,

69; Rev 22:16bGe 22:18;

S Gal 3:16

1:2 cGe 21:3

The heading above chapter 1 of Matthew states: The Genealogy of Jesus. Just under this

heading are three sets of parallel passages. Like the parallel tracks of a train, parallel passages

go side by side—both are about the same topic. Look at the fi rst line of parallel passages under

the heading for Matthew 1:1.

This line states: 1:1–17pp — Lk 3:23–38. This tells you that Matthew 1:1–17 is parallel ( pp) to

Luke 3:23–38. Turn to Luke 3:23–38 and you will fi nd that it, like Matthew 1:1–17, is about the

genealogy of Jesus.


FIND IT >> Now look at the second line under the heading of Matthew 1:1.

Q8 What is a parallel passage to Matthew 1:3–6?

Q9 Read the parallel passage in the Old Testament. What do both passages describe?

Unlike parallel passages, similar passages do not deal with the exact same event or teaching.

Still, one passage may shed light on another. In these instances, instead of pp you will see Ref.

FIND IT >> Open your Bible to Matthew 25:14.

The Parable of the Talents25:14-30 Ref — Lk 19:12-27

14“Again, it will be like a man going on a journey,n who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15To one he gave five talentsb of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each according to his ability.o Then he went on his journey. 16The man who had received the five talents went at once and put his money to work and gained five more. 17So also, the one with the two

p , ,lazy servant! So you knew that I harvest where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed? 27Well then, you should have put my money on deposit with the bankers, so that when I returned I would have received it back with interest.

28“ ‘Take the talent from him and give it to the one who has the ten talents. 29For everyone who has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken from h 30 h h h

Look under the heading, The Parable of the Talents. Notice that it says 25:14–30 Ref — Lk 19:12–

27. The letters Ref are short for reference. When you turn to Luke 19:12–27, you will discover a

parable that is similar to the one in Matthew 25:14. Although these parables are quite diff erent,

both emphasize 3 truths.

Q10 List the three truths that are emphasized in both parables:


Helpful Notes:

Fascinating Bible Facts

Most of the Old Testament was written in Hebrew and a few small •

portions were written in Aramaic.

The New Testament was written primarily in Koine Greek.•

The Bible was fi rst printed in 1450, in Latin, on the newly invented •

Gutenberg printing press.

The fi rst English Bible was printed in 1535. •

As of 2007, the Bible has been translated into 429 languages, with •

portions of the Bible translated in 2,426 languages.

The Bible has been printed more than any other book in the •

history of the world.

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Chapter Four: Study Notes for Key Verses

At the bottom of nearly every page of your Bible you will fi nd Study Notes about key verses on

that page. These notes are written from a Spirit-fi lled perspective. They explain the meaning

of words and phrases. They also defi ne and explain basic doctrines and truths of the Bible.

These notes emphasize the importance of developing a relationship with God through faith,

obedience, prayer, and grace.

The notes present useful information on a Christian’s daily walk with God. They also contain

useful information for life such as how to raise godly children, how to overcome worry, and how

to resist temptation.

Study Notes for Key Verses

26Chapter Four: Study Notes for Key Verses

FIND IT >> Find the fi rst page of Bible text in your Bible (Genesis chapter one). Do you see the Study Notes at the bottom of the page?

1:1 IN THE BEGINNING GOD CREATED. The writer uses the phrase, “in the beginning,” with the definite purpose of drawing atten-tion to the fact that all things had a real begin-ning. Other ancient religions refer to things being created from something else that was already existing. But the Bible reveals God as the One who created everything out of noth-ing. God is the one and only true and eternal, self-existent God (having forever existed in himself) who reveals himself in the first verse of the Bible as the Creator of heaven and earth. As one continues through the Bible, the full nature of God is explained. The Scriptures reveal the primary concepts (i.e., understand-able ideas) that help us know the nature of God. They reveal that he is all-powerful (Isa 40:15; Da 4:34-35). He is everywhere present (Ps 139:7-10; Mt 6:25-29). He is all-knowing (Eph 1:3-12; Ro 8:27-29). In additon to his full nature, God communicates his moral qualities. He is good (Ps 89:49; 1Jn 4:8), holy (Lev 11:44; Isa 6:1-5) and righteous (Dt 32:4; Ps 71:19). For additional explanation of who

a fallen, or damaged world, one in which people have chosen to defy God and go their own way, God exercises his rights by offering redemption. Redemption refers to God’s plan to “reclaim” or “restore” individuals from a state of rebellion against him and bring them back into right relationship with him (Ex 6:6; 15:13; Dt 21:8; Lk 1:68; Ro 3:24; Gal 3:13; 1Pe 1:18).1:2 EARTH WAS FORMLESS AND EMPTY. This verse begins to describe the process of God’s creation and introduces the Holy Spirit’s role in creation (see article on CREATION, p. 32).1:3 LET THERE BE LIGHT. The Hebrew word for “light” is ’or, which refers to the first waves of light energy that came on the earth. Later, God placed “lights” (Heb ma’or, liter-ally, light-bearers, v. 14) in the heavens. Some were to produce light, and others were to reflect light. The primary purpose of these light-bearers was to mark seasons, days and years (vv. 5, 14). For comments about the role of God’s word or speech in creation, see article on CREATION, p. 32.

FIND IT >> Find the study notes at the bottom of page 5. Here are some questions for you to answer based on those Notes.

Q1 Read the note for Genesis 1:5. What is the Hebrew word for “day”?

Q2 Read the note for Genesis 1:7. What does “expanse” refer to?

Q3 Read the note for Genesis 1:10. What did God create on the fi fth day of creation?

Q4 In that same note, notice what God created on the sixth day of creation.

27Chapter Four: Study Notes for Key Verses

You will fi nd these extensive notes a wonderful source of encouragement and guidance for

your personal Bible study. There is abundant material in these notes to help you prepare

lessons to teach others. The Subject Index, which begins on page 2043 at the back of your

Bible, lists where various topics discussed in the study notes can be found in the Bible.

ABBAGal 4:6

ABIDE IN CHRISTSee REMAIN IN CHRIST

ABOMINATION THAT CAUSES DESOLATION

See article on THE GREAT

d Jdg 6:14; Isa 63:9; Zec 1:8-11, 12

ANGELSSee article on ANGELS AND THE

ANGEL OF THE LORD—p. 312

fallen

ANXIETYMt 6:25; Php 4:6, 7

APOSTASY Ge 19:26; Jdg 17:5, 6; 20:1; 2Ki 12:2; 2Ch 16:7; Ecc 11:9;

Isa 2:6-9; 30:1-5; Jer 8:12of believers

Subject IndexThis subject index will enable you to locate where various topics are discussed in the study notes

and articles. Page numbers are given in bold face type.

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Chapter Five: Articles on Key Topics

Your Fire Bible includes a wide variety of articles that discuss 77 topics in detail. These articles

are generally located near one of the major Bible texts related to the subject of the article. Each

of these articles is like a gold mine, providing a wealth of information on a particular topic. You

can fi nd a list of these 77 topics on the page following the Table of Contents at the front of your

Bible. This page, Contents: Articles, not only tells you the title and topic of each article but

indicates the page where you can fi nd it in your Bible.

Creation 32The Call of Abraham 47God’s Covenant with Abraham,

Issac and Jacob 64The Providence of God 90The Passover 114The Old Testament Law 128The Day of Atonement 174

Signs of Believers 1377Jesus and the Holy Spirit 1408Riches and Poverty 1426Wine in New Testament

Times 1449Regeneration: Spiritual Birth

and Renewal 1454The Spiritual Rebirth of the

Contents: Articles

These articles provide added details about important Bible topics. This information includes

facts based on extensive research along with multiple Scripture references about that topic

Articles on Key Topics

29Chapter Five: Articles on Key Topics

gathered from throughout the Bible. You can use this information to expand your studies of a

certain topic. This will help you prepare sermons, lessons, or personal Bible studies.

FIND IT >> Find the very fi rst Article in your Bible. This article is about Creation.

6Genesis 1

THE GOD OF CREATION. (1) God is revealed

in the Bible as an infinite, eternal, self-existent

Being—without beginning or ending—who is the

First Cause (i.e., the original Source, Initiator

and Creator) of all that is. A more simple way to

think of this reality is that there has never been

a moment when God did not exist. As Moses

testifies, “Before the mountains were born or

you brought forth the earth and the world, from

everlasting to everlasting you are God” (Ps 90:2). Moses is saying that God existed eternally (i.e.,

forever) and infinitely (i.e., without beginning or end). He is independent of and existed before

Creation

Ge 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”

Q1 You will notice that this fi rst article is divided into four parts. List the names of these four parts.

Q2 Find the second paragraph (2) in the fi rst part of the article. Find this sentence there and fi nish it: “Because Adam and Eve were created in God’s image, they could …

The Subject Index that starts on page 2043 at the back of your Bible lists where you can fi nd

various topics discussed in the articles and study notes.

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Chapter Six: Themefi ndersTM for 12 Major Topics

On many pages of your Fire Bible you will see symbols or small illustrations of objects in

the margin next to a vertical line. Each of these symbols represents a specifi c theme of

importance to living in the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Each little symbol lets you know which

theme is contained in the accompanying verses. At the bottom of each vertical line is a Bible

text that directs you to the next text on that theme in the Bible and so forth. Below are the

Themefi nder™ symbols and their meanings:

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THEMEFINDERS(TM)On many pages of this Bible, you will see symbols in the margin next to a vertical line. Each of these symbols represents a specific theme of importance in the Pentecostal tradition. They are:

Baptized in/Filled with the Holy Spirit (begin at Exodus 31:1-6)

Gifts of the Holy Spirit (begin at Exodus 35:30-35)

Fruit of the Holy Spirit (begin at Genesis 50:19-21)

Healing (begin at Genesis 20:17-18)

Faith that moves mountains (begin at Genesis 15:3-6)

Witnessing (begin at Exodus 10:1-2)

Salvation (begin at Genesis 12:1-3)

Second Coming of Christ (being at Psalm 98:8-9)

Victory over Satan and demons (begin at Genesis 3:15)

Overcoming the world and worldliness (begin at Genesis 19:16-26)

Praise (begin at Exodus 15:1-21)

Walking in obedience and righteousness (begin at Genesis 5:22)

The symbol informs you which theme is contained in accompanying verses. Below each symbol or at the bottom of each vertical line is a reference directing you to the next text on that particular theme. See p. 1973 for an overview of all Themefinders.

Themefi ndersTM for 12 Major Topics

31Chapter Six: Themefi ndersTM for 12 Major Topics

FIND IT >> Find Genesis chapter 3 verse 15 (Genesis 3:15). This is the fi rst time one of the themes is used in your Bible. Locate the Themefi nder™ symbol and answer the questions below.

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God among the trees of the garden. 9But the LORD God called to the man, “Where are you?”r

10He answered, “I heard you in the garden, and I was afraids because I was naked;t so I hid.”t

11And he said, “Who told you that you were naked?u Have you eaten from the tree that I commanded you not to eat from?v”

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you will strike his heel.”16To the woman he said,“I will greatly increase your

23:24; 49:10;

Rev 6:15-16

3:9 rGe 4:9; 16:8;

18:9; 1Ki 19:9, 13

3:10 sEx 19:16;

20:18; Dt 5:5;

1Sa 12:18 tGett 2:25

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3:12 wGe 2:22

3:13 xRo 7:11;

2Co 11:3; 1Ti 2:14

3:14 yDt 28:15-20 zPszz 72:9; Isa 49:23;

65:25; Mic 7:17

3:15 aJna 8:44;

Ac 13:10; 1Jn 3:8

3:15 8:3; 9:6; Mt 1:23; Lk 1:31; Gal 4:4; Rev 12:17cRo 16:20; Heb 2:14

Ex 7:10-12

Q1 What is the theme of the symbol beside Genesis 3:15?

Q2 The vertical line shows that this theme includes how many verses?

Q3 The reference at the end of the vertical line tells you where this theme appears next in the Bible. What is that reference?

32Chapter Six: Themefi ndersTM for 12 Major Topics

Helpful Notes:

Five Gaps

There are many gaps between us and those who fi rst wrote the

Scriptures. These gaps make it a challenge to understand the Bible, but

the unique features in this Study Bible can help us bridge these gaps.

The time gap: There is a time span of almost 2,000 years between

us and any book of the New Testament. And books in the Old

Testament were written over 3,400 years ago!

The culture gap: The people who lived in Bible times had

diff erent values, traditions, customs, and practices than we have.

They worshiped in temples and synagogues, washed each other’s

feet, greeted each other with a kiss, and sacrifi ced animals.

The language gap: The people of the Bible spoke Hebrew,

Aramaic, or Greek—so the Bible was written in these languages.

Languages change as the years pass. New words are born, and old

words are buried.

The history gap: Each book of the Bible was written at a specifi c

time in history. For example, some parts of God’s Word were

written about slaves, or warriors, or masters, or prisoners. God sent

His Word to Jews and to Gentiles. So to understand the Bible, we

must travel through centuries of history.

The geography gap: The background of each verse in the Bible

relates to an actual place. So it helps to learn the main cities, rivers,

mountains, provinces, and nations of the Bible.

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Chapter Seven: Themefi nderTM Index

The Themefi nder™ symbols identify 12 key themes in your Bible. You can fi nd these symbols

in various locations throughout your Bible. Each symbol calls attention to its particular theme.

But at times, you might want to study several passages on one theme. For example, you might

want to study all of the passages in the Bible on the theme, “Filled with the Spirit.” You can fi nd

all of the verses on this theme, slowly, by beginning with the dove beside Exodus 31:1. Under

the dove, you see that Numbers 27:18 is the next passage on “Filled with the Spirit.” And when

you fi nd the dove beside Numbers 27:18, the reference under it will lead you to the next dove

and so on.

But an easier way to fi nd all the verses listed under one theme is to use the Themefi nder™ Index

located on page 2097 at the back of your Bible.

FIND IT >> Find the Themefi nder® Index at the back of your Bible. Now answer these questions..

Themefi nderTM Index

34Chapter Seven: Themefi nderTM Index

Q1 Write the fi rst and last references in the column for the theme: Gifts of the Holy Spirit.

Q2 How many times does the theme of Baptized in the Holy Spirit occur in book of Judges?

Q3 How many entries are given for the theme of “Second Coming”?

Q4 Write out the fi ve entries from the book of Revelation listed under the “Second Coming” theme.

Q5 Find the list of entries under the theme “Walking in Obedience and Righteousness.” Write out the fi rst verse mentioned in that list.

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Chapter Eight: Maps and Charts

The maps and charts provided in your Fire Bible are excellent tools to help you understand the

message of the Bible. Maps help you to locate the places mentioned in the Bible. There are two

types of maps in your study Bible: (1) black and white maps and (2) color maps. To fi nd a list of

all the maps and charts locate the Contents: Maps and Charts page in the front of your Bible

near the Table of Contents.

Table of Nations 45Jacob’s Journeys 73The Exodus 117Hebrew Calendar 123The Tabernacle 137Tabernacle Furnishings 137Old Testament Sacrifices 163Old Testament Feasts 190Major Ethical Concerns in the

Covenant 261Conquest of Canaan 293Solomon’s Jerusalem 423

Jewish Sects 1306The Kingdom of God Versus

the Kingdom of Satan 1335Decapolis and Lands Beyond

the Jordan 1356Jesus in Galilee 1423Passion Week 1431Jesus in Judea & Samaria 1491The Ministry of Jesus 1494The Parables of Jesus 1498The Miracles of Jesus 1499The Miracles of the Apostles 1500

Contents: Maps and Charts

Maps and Charts

36Chapter Eight: Maps and Charts

Black and White MapsOn the “Contents: Maps and Charts” page at the front of your Bible, fi nd the page number of the

fi rst map, called “Table of Nations.” On the map, you will notice that the borders between seas

or lakes and the land is a shaded border of black dots. The large sea in the middle of the map is

the Mediterranean Sea. At the bottom of the map, in the middle, you can see the tip of the Red

Sea sticking up like two fi ngers.

FIND IT >> Turn to the “Contents: Maps and Charts” page at the front of your Bible, fi nd the page number of the fi rst map, called “Table of Nations.” This map helps you understand Genesis 10.

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distances represented on the map in actual miles or kilometers. On the scale of the Table of

Nations, 1 centimeter represents about 200 miles or 300 kilometers. If you measure the distance

from Aram to Asshur, you will fi nd that it is about a centimeter. This means that the distance

between them is about 200 miles or 300 kilometers.


FIND IT >> Read Genesis 10:22. You will fi nd this verse in the Bible text near the Table of Nations.

Q1 Can you fi nd the names of the 5 sons of Shem in this verse? The fi rst one is Elam. Write the fi ve names below.

Now fi nd these same fi ve names on the map of the Table of Nations. These indicate the places

where Shem’s sons lived.

Q2 How far is Aram from Asshur?

Q3 What are the names of the two rivers near Elam?


Colored MapsIn addition to a variety of black and white maps located throughout the Bible pages, there are

several colored maps located at the back of your Bible. There is also an index for these color

maps at the back of your Bible, just in front of the maps. This Index to Color Maps lists places

mentioned in the Bible in alphabetical order. You can use this index to fi nd many places that are

mentioned in the Bible.

FIND IT >> Find the “Index to Color Maps” at the back of your Bible.

*appears on map insertAbilene 12 B2Acco 4 C2; 16 B2Achaia 10 C4; 14 B1; 15 B3Acshaph 2 B4; 3 B2Adriatic Sea 10 C3; 15 A2Aegean Sea 7 B2; 14 B1Agri Decumates 10 B3Ai 2 C4; 3 C2Aleppo (Khalab) 1 B4; 4 A3

Babylon (Kingdom or Empire) 1 C6; 7 B3

Bactra 7 B4Bactria 7 B4Baetica 10 C2Baltic Sea 10 B3Baptism, Place of 12 C2Bashan 2 B4; 3 B2; 5 C4; 16 A3Beersheba 1 C3; 2 C3; 3 C1;

4 C1; 5 D2; 12 C1; 16 C1

Cyrene (Province) 10 C4; 14 C1; 15 B3

Dacia 10 B4; 15 A3Damascus 1 C4; 4 B2; 4*; 5 B4;

6 C4; 7 B2; 7*; 10 C5; 12 A3; 13 E3; 16 A3

Dan (City) 1 C4; 3 A2; 4 B2; B3; 16 A2

Dan (Tribe) 3 C1Danube River 7 A2; 10 C4

Index to Color Maps

Notice that it lists places in alphabetical order. The fi rst number after a name of a place

indicates the number of the map that contains that place. After the map number you will notice

a letter of the alphabet followed by a number. This letter and number tell you where to fi nd the

place on the map. Let’s practice using the Index to Color Maps to locate a place on a map. For

example, fi nd the city Antioch in the index. After the name Antioch, you will see a number 13

followed by B2. The number 13 directs you to map number 13, and the B3 tells where you will

fi nd Antioch on map 13.


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Regions (like SYRIA) are in all caps, but cities (like Antioch) have only one capital letter.•

In a corner of the map, there are lines of diff erent colors. Beside each line you will fi nd an •

explanation for each color.

Seas and lakes are always a shade of blue.•

Use the map of the The First Trips of the Apostles to answer these questions.

Q4 What large sea was located in the center of the Roman Empire?

Q5 What is the signifi cance of the solid green lines on the map?

Q6 What is the signifi cance of the solid blue lines on the map?

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Chapter Nine: Other Tools and Concordances

Finally, we want to mention several study tools that are provided at the back of your Bible.

These include:

A Table of Weights and Measures, page 2077,• can help you calculate the equivalence

of biblical units of measure to contemporary units.

WEIGHTS

talent (60 minas) 75 pounds 34 kilograms

Tables of Weights and MeasuresBIBLICAL

UNITAPPROXIMATE

AMERICAN EQUIVALENTAPPROXIMATE

METRIC EQUIVALENT

Other Tools and Concordance

43Chapter Nine: Other Tools and Concordances

A Subject Index, page 2079,• helps you locate where various topics are discussed in the

study notes and articles.

ABBAGal 4:6

ABIDE IN CHRISTSee REMAIN IN CHRIST

ABOMINATION THAT CAUSES DESOLATION

See article on THE GREAT

d Jdg 6:14; Isa 63:9; Zec 1:8-11, 12

ANGELSSee article on ANGELS AND THE

ANGEL OF THE LORD—p. 312

fallen

ANXIETYMt 6:25; Php 4:6, 7

APOSTASY Ge 19:26; Jdg 17:5, 6; 20:1; 2Ki 12:2; 2Ch 16:7; Ecc 11:9;

Isa 2:6-9; 30:1-5; Jer 8:12of believers

Subject IndexThis subject index will enable you to locate where various topics are discussed in the study notes

and articles. Page numbers are given in bold face type.

A Themefi nder® Index, page 2097,• provides listings of signifi cant passages assigned to

the 12 themes. This was discussed in chapter seven.

i i i i Baptized in/Filled with the Holy Spirit

D Exodus 31:1–6Numbers 27:18Judges 3:9–10

JJudges 6:34

i i i Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Exodus 35:30–35Numbers 11:24–29Judges 4:4

1 Samuel 10:5–11

i i i Fruit of the Holy Spirit

Genesis 50:19–21Numbers 6:24–26Numbers 12:3–7

Ruth 3:10–11

ThThemefinder™ IndexThis Themefinder™ Index will provide an “at-a-glance’ listing of the passages assigned to a

t particular theme of importance in the Pentecostal tradition. Themefinders link the most significanttexts on crucial Bible topics.

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The Entire Bible in a Year, page 2101,• is a reading plan to guide you in reading the

entire Bible in one year.

JANUARY A.M. P.M.

1 . . . . . . Ge 1—2 Mt 12 . . . . . . Ge 3—5 Mt 23 . . . . . . Ge 6—8 Mt 34 . . . . . . Ge 9—11 Mt 45 . . . . . . Ge 12—14 Mt 5:1-20

FEBRUARY A.M. P.M.

1 . . . . . . Ex 22—23 Mt 22:15-462 . . . . . . Ex 24—25 Mt 233 . . . . . . Ex 26—27 Mt 24:1-354 . . . . . . Ex 28 Mt 24:36-515 . . . . . . Ex 29—30 Mt 25:1-30

The Entire Bible in a YearThis reading plan gives you a structured pattern for reading through the entire Bible in one year. There are two readings for each day, one in the Old Testament, the other in the New Testament.

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If you feel bogged down by so much reading each day, an alternative plan is to read the Oldg yg y

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the entire Bible in two years rather than one.p g yp g y


ConcordanceThe fi nal study aid we will discuss is the Concordance found at the back of your Bible on page

2107. The Concordance helps you fi nd key words. It lists common words in alphabetical order

similar to a dictionary. Beginning with the second page, the two words at the top of the page

are guide words. The word on the left shows you the fi rst word on the page, and the word on

the right shows you the last word on the page.

AARONGenealogy of (Ex 6:16-20; Jos 21:4, 10;

1Ch 6:3-15).Priesthood of (Ex 28:1; Nu 17; Heb 5:1-4; 7),

garments (Ex 28; 39), consecration (Ex 29), ordination(Lev 8).

Spokesman for Moses (Ex 4:14-16, 27—31; 7:1-2). Supported Moses’ hands in battle (Ex 17:8-13). Built golden calf (Ex 32; Dt 9:20). Talked against Moses (Nu 12). Priesthood opposed (Nu 16); staff budded (Nu 17). Forbidden to enter land (Nu 20:1-12). Death (Nu 20:22-29;33:38-39).

ABADDON*Rev 9:11 whose name in Hebrew is A,

ABANDON (ABANDONED)Dt 4:31 he will not a or destroy you1Ki 6:13 and will not a my people Israel.”Ne 9:19 compassion you did not a them

9:31 an end to them or a them,Ps 16:10 you will not a me to the grave,Ac 2:27 you will not a me to the grave,1Ti 4:1 in later times some will a the faith

2Co 1:8 ffar beyond our a to endure,8:3 were able, and even beyond their a.

ABIMELECH1. King of Gerar who took Abraham’s wife Sarah,

believing her to be his sister (Ge 20). Later made acovenant with Abraham (Ge 21:22-33).

2. King of Gerar who took Isaac’s wife Rebekah,believing her to be his sister (Ge 26:1-11). Later made a covenant with Isaac (Ge 26:12-31).

3. Son of Gideon (Jdg 8:31). Attempted to makehimself king (Jdg 9).

ABISHAG*Shunammite virgin; attendant of David in his old

age (1Ki 1:1-15; 2:17-22).

ABISHAISon of Zeruiah, David’s sister (1Sa 26:6; 1Ch 2:16).

One of David’s chief warriors (1Ch 11:15-21): against Edom (1Ch 18:12-13), Ammon (2Sa 10), Absalom (2Sa 18), Sheba (2Sa 20). Wanted to kill Saul (1Sa 26), killed Abner (2Sa 2:18-27; 3:22-39), wanted to kill Shimei (2Sa 16:5-13;19:16-23).

Joel 2:13 slow to anger and a in love,Jnh 4:2 slow to anger and a in love,

ABRAHAMAbram, son of Terah (Ge 11:26-27), husband of

Sarah (Ge 11:29).Covenant relation with the LORD (Ge 12:1-3; 13:14-

17; 15; 17; 22:15-18; Ex 2:24; Ne 9:8; Ps 105; Mic 7:20; Lk 1:68-75; Ro 4; Heb 6:13-15).

Called from Ur, via Haran, to Canaan (Ge 12:1; Ac 7:2-4; Heb 11:8-10). Moved to Egypt, nearly lostSarah to Pharaoh (Ge 12:10-20). Divided the land withLot; settled in Hebron (Ge 13). Saved Lot from four kings(Ge 14:1-16); blessed by Melchizedek (Ge 14:17-20;Heb 7:1-20). Declared righteous by faith (Ge 15:6; Ro 4:3; Gal 3:6-9). Fathered Ishmael by Hagar (Ge 16).

Name changed from Abram (Ge 17:5; Ne 9:7).Circumcised (Ge 17; Ro 4:9-12). Entertained three visitors (Ge 18); promised a son by Sarah (Ge 18:9-15; 17:16). Questioned destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Ge 18:16-33). Moved to Gerar; nearly lost Sarah toAbimelech (Ge 20). Fathered Isaac by Sarah (Ge 21:1-7;Ac 7:8; Heb 11:11-12); sent away Hagar and Ishmael(Ge 21:8 21; Gal 4:22 30) Covenant with Abimelech

ConcordanceWord or block entries marked with an asterisk (*) list every verse in the Bible in which the word appears. Words in parentheses after an entry

remind the reader to check other forms of that word in locating a passage.

The Concordance shows each key word listed in bold print, with all capital letters. Then, it gives

some verses in the Bible that contain the word.

FIND IT >> Turn to the fi rst page of the Concordance in your Bible, page 2107, and answer these questions.

Q1 What is the fi rst word in the Concordance?

Q2 List three verses in the Bible that mention the name AARON.

Q3 Find the entry for ABRAHAM. Where is this person fi rst mentioned in the Bible?


Q4 Find the entry for ABSENT. Write out the verse where this word is mentioned.

Here is a helpful note >> When you know some of the words in a verse and you want to fi nd

that verse in the concordance, look for the least common word you remember in that verse. For

example, suppose you want to fi nd the verse “Jesus wept.” Search in the concordance for the

word wept, because it is less common in the Bible than the word Jesus. There are hundreds of

verses that contain the word Jesus, but only a few verses that contain the word wept.

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Appendix A: Answer Key

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Chapter 1Q1 The Beginnings of Human History

Q2 1:1 – 11:26

Q3 The Joseph Summary

Q4 50:15–26

Q5 Moses

Q6 Beginnings

Q7 1445–1405 B.C.

Q8 origin, source, creation or beginning of something

Q9 beginnings of the universe, humankind, marriage, sin, cities, languages, nations, Israel, and redemptive history

Q10 two

Q11 fi ve

Q12 Creation, the Fall, Cain and Abel, The Great Flood, or the Tower of Babel

Q13 Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph

Q14 seven

Q15 (see page 3 of Bible for answers)

Q16 off spring of the woman, the line of Seth, the line of Shem, and the descendants of Abraham

Q17 (see Hebrews 11:1−22 for choice)

Answer Key

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Chapter 2Q1 The Beginning

Q2 Genesis 1:1

Q3 Adam and Eve

Q4 Genesis 2:4

Chapter 3Q1 For example, “beginning,” “earth,” and “heavens”

Q2 (answer will vary with Bible used)

Q3 (student’s choice)

Q4 (answer will vary with Bible used)

Q5 Three

Q6 (student’s choice)

Q7 (student’s own explanation)

Q8 Ruth 4:18–22

Q9 The ancestors of David and Christ, which included Ruthand Boaz.

Q10 The importance of faithfulness, trustworthiness, and loyalty.

Chapter 4Q1 yom

Q2 The atmosphere between the water on earth and the clouds above.

Q3 fi sh and birds

Q4 animals and humans

Chapter 5Q1 The God of Creation

The Activity of God in Creation

The Purpose and Goal of God in Creation

Creation and Evolution

Q2 “though fi nite they could respond to and have fellowship with God in a loving and personal way.”

Chapter 6Q1 Victory over Satan and demons

Q2 One

Q3 Exodus 7:10–12

Chapter 7Q1 Exodus 35:30–35 and 1 Peter 4:10–11

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Q2 Four times

Q3 Thirty-nine entries

Q4 Rev 1:7; 16:15; 19:11–16; 22:12; 22:20

Q5 “And after he became the father of Methuselah, Enoch walked with God 300 years and had other sons and daughters.” Genesis 5:22

Chapter 8Q1 Elam, Asshur, Arphax, Lud, Aram,

Q2 About 250 miles

Q3 Tigres River and Euphrates River

Q4 Mediterranean Sea

Q5 Philip’s second journey

Q6 Paul’s escape from the Greek Jews

Chapter 9Q1 Aaron

Q2 Jos 21:4; Ex 4:14–16; Dt 9:20

Q3 Genesis 11:26–27

Q4 For though I am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit and delight to see how orderly you are and how fi rm your faith in Christ is. Colossians 2:5

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