Devotionals are designed to bring the reader into a more intimate relationship with God. Dianne Neal Matthews knows no better way for believers to know God more intimately than to immerse themselves in his Word. To that end, her new daily devotional combines fascinating historical background information about the Bible with practical application that readers can implement in their lives each day. She guides readers on a journey through the Bible from beginning to end, highlighting major events, characters, and stories, as well as difficult issues and topics (such as the concept of theophany, God's instructions to the Israelites to show no mercy as they entered the Promised Land, and what seems at first glance to be discrepancies between the Gospels).
Readers new to Bible study or those who long to learn more will appreciate the background information Matthews provides, as well as the way she shows how the Scriptures fit together to form a cohesive work. This is the perfect devotional for anyone who desires to go deeper into the Scriptures as they deepen their relationship with God.
From the Back Cover
You are always just one day away from a deeper relationship with God.
There is no better way to know God more intimately than to immerse yourself in his Word , and Designed for Devotion helps you do just that. Combining fascinating historical background information about the Bible with practical application you can implement in your life each day, Dianne Matthews takes you through the Bible from beginning to end. Guiding your journey, she
highlights key stories, characters, and basic teachings explores Old Testament passages that reveal Jesus as the Messiah offers historical background about each book of the Bible, including author, theme, and purpose ties the Old and New Testaments together to show the Bible as a single story shows you how to apply each day's lesson to your own spiritual journey
Whether you are new to Bible study or you simply long to learn more about God's Word, this is the perfect devotional to bring you deeper into the Scriptures as you deepen your relationship with God.
"A devotional that will not only daily inspire you, but will strengthen both your knowledge and understanding of the Bible as it strengthens your faith in God."--Linda Evans Shepherd, bestselling author of When You Don't Know What to Pray and the Potluck Club series
"By taking time to daily abide with the Lord through these Bible readings and meditations, you will bear the fruit of being in his presence--and the truth will surely make you free."--Craig von Buseck, ministries director, CBN.com
"What I love best about Designed for Devotion is how deep Dianne Matthews leads the reader into the Word. As a Bible study teacher and a woman who longs to know more about my God, I loved every word."--Suzie Eller, Proverbs 31 Ministries author and speaker
Dianne Neal Matthews is a freelance writer and the author of four daily devotional books, including The One Year Women of the Bible, which won her the 2008 Writer of the Year Award at the Write-to-Publish Conference. She also writes regularly for websites and blogs, contributes to compilations, and enjoys speaking and teaching at writers' conferences. A mother and grandmother, Dianne currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, Richard. Learn more at www.DianneNealMatthews.com.
About the Author
Dianne Neal Matthews is a freelance writer and the author of four daily devotional books, including The One Year Women of the Bible, which won her the 2008 Writer of the Year Award at the Write-to-Publish Conference. She also writes regularly for websites and blogs, contributes to compilations, and enjoys speaking and teaching at writers' conferences. A mother and grandmother, Dianne currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, Richard. Learn more at www.DianneNealMatthews.com.
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Devotionals are designed to bring the reader into a more intimate relationship with God. Dianne Neal Matthews knows no better way for believers to know God more intimately than to immerse themselves in his Word. To that end, her new daily devotional combines fascinating historical background information about the Bible with practical application that readers can implement in their lives each day. She guides readers on a journey through the Bible from beginning to end, highlighting major events, characters, and stories, as well as difficult issues and topics (such as the concept of theophany, God's instructions to the Israelites to show no mercy as they entered the Promised Land, and what seems at first glance to be discrepancies between the Gospels).
Readers new to Bible study or those who long to learn more will appreciate the background information Matthews provides, as well as the way she shows how the Scriptures fit together to form a cohesive work. This is the perfect devotional for anyone who desires to go deeper into the Scriptures as they deepen their relationship with God.
From the Back Cover
You are always just one day away from a deeper relationship with God.
There is no better way to know God more intimately than to immerse yourself in his Word , and Designed for Devotion helps you do just that. Combining fascinating historical background information about the Bible with practical application you can implement in your life each day, Dianne Matthews takes you through the Bible from beginning to end. Guiding your journey, she
highlights key stories, characters, and basic teachings
explores Old Testament passages that reveal Jesus as the Messiah
offers historical background about each book of the Bible, including author, theme, and purpose
ties the Old and New Testaments together to show the Bible as a single story
shows you how to apply each day's lesson to your own spiritual journey
Whether you are new to Bible study or you simply long to learn more about God's Word, this is the perfect devotional to bring you deeper into the Scriptures as you deepen your relationship with God.
"A devotional that will not only daily inspire you, but will strengthen both your knowledge and understanding of the Bible as it strengthens your faith in God."--Linda Evans Shepherd, bestselling author of When You Don't Know What to Pray and the Potluck Club series
"By taking time to daily abide with the Lord through these Bible readings and meditations, you will bear the fruit of being in his presence--and the truth will surely make you free."--Craig von Buseck, ministries director, CBN.com
"What I love best about Designed for Devotion is how deep Dianne Matthews leads the reader into the Word. As a Bible study teacher and a woman who longs to know more about my God, I loved every word."--Suzie Eller, Proverbs 31 Ministries author and speaker
Dianne Neal Matthews is a freelance writer and the author of four daily devotional books, including The One Year Women of the Bible, which won her the 2008 Writer of the Year Award at the Write-to-Publish Conference. She also writes regularly for websites and blogs, contributes to compilations, and enjoys speaking and teaching at writers' conferences. A mother and grandmother, Dianne currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, Richard. Learn more at www.DianneNealMatthews.com.
About the Author
Dianne Neal Matthews is a freelance writer and the author of four daily devotional books, including The One Year Women of the Bible, which won her the 2008 Writer of the Year Award at the Write-to-Publish Conference. She also writes regularly for websites and blogs, contributes to compilations, and enjoys speaking and teaching at writers' conferences. A mother and grandmother, Dianne currently lives in Salt Lake City with her husband, Richard. Learn more at www.DianneNealMatthews.com.