I always view jewellery as a way of expressing one’s style. It has never occurred to me to question why some people wear excessive jewellery. I am not a huge fan of jewellery unless it is a watch because I am a minimalist. However, during one of our bible study sessions, we recently discussed the … Read more

During our Bible study last week, we were discussing the story of Noah. As we were going through the instructions he received to build the ark, a member asked whether the type of wood he was instructed to use had any significance. This question made us all ponder whether wood holds any symbolic meaning in … Read more

Gray hair has several meanings in various cultures, and like many Christians, I have often wondered if it holds any significance in the Bible. During my previous Bible study session, I raised this question, and my group members and I eagerly delved into the topic with excitement to uncover the answers and learn more. Thus, … Read more

As a born-again Christian, I have always been curious about the phrase milk and honey as used in the Bible. I have read the story of God delivering the Israelites out of Egypt and into a land flowing with milk and honey a couple of times. However, every time I read this story, I always … Read more

During our weekly Bible study, we were discussing the betrayal of Jesus by Judas, and as we delved into the thirty pieces of silver that Christ was betrayed with, I became curious about the significance of silver in the Bible, both as a metal and a color. Upon sharing my curiosity with my fellow believers, … Read more

Though water is essential for life, what appeals to me is the sound of water running. Rivers have such a relaxing effect on me. Being born in a Christian background has also made me have an great appreciation for rivers. This is because rivers were used for essential activities such as baptism in the Bible. … Read more

While teaching an Old Testament Studies class last Friday, I discussed with my students the symbolism and meaning of different objects in the Bible. The Bible suggests that God conveyed hidden messages through creatures and objects as basic as knives, and some of these messages still apply to the lives of Christians today. In our … Read more

Every Sunday service is a wonderful experience for me as I continue to learn more about God from my pastor. Today’s lesson was about Palm Sunday, and I paid close attention because Palm Sunday is an important day for the church and its followers. The pastor began the service by asking the congregation, “What does … Read more

As a student of the Bible, I love watching Christian-related films since I find them quite informative. The other day, as I was watching one of them, I realized that one of the characters who played the role of a high priest had a breastplate that featured a jade gemstone around his chest. Though I … Read more

As a born-again Christian, I believe the Bible is more than just a collection of historical accounts and moral teachings. It is a living document that reveals God’s character and redemptive plan for humanity. One of the ways the Bible communicates this message is through symbolism, where objects, people, and places represent deeper spiritual truths. … Read more