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Every key term in Scripture — what it means and where it shows up.
754 terms defined
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An act or practice considered utterly offensive to God — especially idolatry, false worship, or ritual defilement; a key prophetic category used repeatedly in Ezekiel to explain why divine judgment falls.
An act or practice considered utterly offensive to God — especially idolatry, false worship, or ritual defilement; a key prophetic category used repeatedly in Ezekiel to explain why divine judgment falls.
A poem where each line or section starts with the next letter of the alphabet
A poem where each line or section starts with the next letter of the alphabet
God making believers His children — not servants, not strangers, but family
God making believers His children — not servants, not strangers, but family
Sexual unfaithfulness within a covenant marriage; a serious moral and covenantal violation addressed in the Ten Commandments and in Jesus's teaching on divorce and lust
Sexual unfaithfulness within a covenant marriage; a serious moral and covenantal violation addressed in the Ten Commandments and in Jesus's teaching on divorce and lust
Someone who speaks up for you — a title for the Holy Spirit
Someone who speaks up for you — a title for the Holy Spirit
A title for God (Hebrew: El Shaddai, 'God All-Sufficient') used throughout Job to emphasize divine omnipotence; in Job 32:8 Elihu credits the breath of the Almighty as the true source of human understanding and wisdom
A title for God (Hebrew: El Shaddai, 'God All-Sufficient') used throughout Job to emphasize divine omnipotence; in Job 32:8 Elihu credits the breath of the Almighty as the true source of human understanding and wisdom
The first and last letters of the Greek alphabet — meaning God is the beginning and end of everything
The first and last letters of the Greek alphabet — meaning God is the beginning and end of everything
A raised structure where sacrifices and offerings were made to God
A raised structure where sacrifices and offerings were made to God
Raised structures for sacrifice and worship — markers of encounters with God
A nomadic enemy nation that repeatedly attacked Israel
A nomadic enemy nation that repeatedly attacked Israel
A nomadic enemy of Israel — they attacked when Israel was at their weakest
A nomadic enemy of Israel — they attacked when Israel was at their weakest
A nomadic desert people descended from Esau's grandson Amalek — Israel's persistent enemies from the Exodus onward
A nomadic desert people descended from Esau's grandson Amalek — Israel's persistent enemies from the Exodus onward
A person from Ammon — the neighboring kingdom east of the Jordan descended from Lot
A person from Ammon — the neighboring kingdom east of the Jordan descended from Lot
A neighboring nation that stayed beefing with Israel for centuries
A neighboring nation that stayed beefing with Israel for centuries
One of the Canaanite peoples occupying the Promised Land before Israel arrived
One of the Canaanite peoples occupying the Promised Land before Israel arrived
A race of giants that terrified the Israelite spies — literal nightmare fuel
A race of giants that terrified the Israelite spies — literal nightmare fuel
God's spiritual messenger — shows up at key moments
God's spiritual messenger — shows up at key moments
A divine messenger in the Old Testament who speaks in the first person as God Himself; widely interpreted as a theophany or pre-incarnate appearance of Christ, distinct from ordinary angels
A divine messenger in the Old Testament who speaks in the first person as God Himself; widely interpreted as a theophany or pre-incarnate appearance of Christ, distinct from ordinary angels
Spiritual beings who serve as God's messengers and agents — from announcing births to executing judgment to protecting His people
Spiritual beings who serve as God's messengers and agents — from announcing births to executing judgment to protecting His people
Chosen and set apart by God for a special purpose — marked with oil as a sign
Chosen and set apart by God for a special purpose — marked with oil as a sign
THE person God chose above all others — the Messiah, the Christ
THE person God chose above all others — the Messiah, the Christ
The act of pouring oil on someone to set them apart for God's service — marking kings, priests, and prophets
A figure who opposes or counterfeits Christ — used in multiple ways in Scripture
A figure who opposes or counterfeits Christ — used in multiple ways in Scripture
A style of writing that uses wild imagery to reveal hidden spiritual truths
A style of writing that uses wild imagery to reveal hidden spiritual truths
One of Jesus' specially chosen ambassadors sent to spread His message
One of Jesus' specially chosen ambassadors sent to spread His message
The Ark of the Covenant — a gold-covered chest containing the Ten Commandments, symbolizing God's presence among Israel
The Ark of the Covenant — a gold-covered chest containing the Ten Commandments, symbolizing God's presence among Israel
The golden chest that held the Ten Commandments — God's physical presence with Israel
The golden chest that held the Ten Commandments — God's physical presence with Israel
Another name for the Ark of the Covenant — emphasizing that it held the stone tablets of God's law
Jesus going up into heaven 40 days after His resurrection — not the end, just a change of location
Jesus going up into heaven 40 days after His resurrection — not the end, just a change of location
A Canaanite fertility goddess — and the wooden poles set up in her honor
A Canaanite fertility goddess — and the wooden poles set up in her honor
Wooden poles or carved images set up for the worship of Asherah — a Canaanite fertility goddess
Wooden poles or carved images set up for the worship of Asherah — a Canaanite fertility goddess
Wooden poles or carved images set up for the worship of Asherah — a Canaanite fertility goddess
Wooden poles or carved images set up for the worship of Asherah — a Canaanite fertility goddess
Variant plural of Asherah — Canaanite fertility goddess whose worship poles Israel was commanded to destroy
Variant plural of Asherah — Canaanite fertility goddess whose worship poles Israel was commanded to destroy
Canaanite goddess of love and war (also spelled Ashtoreth; plural Ashtaroth), routinely worshipped alongside Baal by Israelites during periods of spiritual unfaithfulness — a symbol of the recurring idolatry cycle in the book of Judges
Canaanite goddess of love and war (also spelled Ashtoreth; plural Ashtaroth), routinely worshipped alongside Baal by Israelites during periods of spiritual unfaithfulness — a symbol of the recurring idolatry cycle in the book of Judges
The ancient superpower that conquered the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BC
The ancient superpower that conquered the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BC
Making things right between humans and God — covering for sin
Making things right between humans and God — covering for sin
The main Canaanite storm god — Israel's most persistent idol temptation
The main Canaanite storm god — Israel's most persistent idol temptation
Plural of Baal — the various local manifestations of the Canaanite storm and fertility god
Plural of Baal — the various local manifestations of the Canaanite storm and fertility god
The city where humanity tried to build a tower to heaven — and God scrambled their languages
The city where humanity tried to build a tower to heaven — and God scrambled their languages
The empire that destroyed Jerusalem and exiled Judah — and a symbol of worldly rebellion against God
The empire that destroyed Jerusalem and exiled Judah — and a symbol of worldly rebellion against God
Going underwater as a public declaration of faith and new life
Going underwater as a public declaration of faith and new life
A massive, unkillable creature God describes to Job — possibly a dinosaur-level beast
A massive, unkillable creature God describes to Job — possibly a dinosaur-level beast
A blessing or prayer at the end of a letter or worship service
A blessing or prayer at the end of a letter or worship service
Formal blessings pronounced in God's name — declarations of God's favor and protection
The youngest son of Jacob and the tribe descended from him
The youngest son of Jacob and the tribe descended from him
A member of the tribe of Benjamin — the smallest of Israel's twelve tribes
A member of the tribe of Benjamin — the smallest of Israel's twelve tribes
To speak irreverently about God or sacred things — a grave offense in biblical law
Past tense of blaspheme — to have spoken irreverently about God
Speaking against God or claiming His authority for yourself
Speaking against God or claiming His authority for yourself
Favored by God — not just lucky, but deeply, supernaturally provided for
Favored by God — not just lucky, but deeply, supernaturally provided for
God's favor and empowerment bestowed on people — or a human declaration of good wishes in God's name
The church as one connected organism with Christ as the head
The church as one connected organism with Christ as the head
God's eternal record of those who belong to Him through the Lamb; those whose names are written in it are exempt from the beast's deception and guaranteed ultimate salvation
God's eternal record of those who belong to Him through the Lamb; those whose names are written in it are exempt from the beast's deception and guaranteed ultimate salvation
A spiritual rebirth — becoming a new person through faith in Jesus
A spiritual rebirth — becoming a new person through faith in Jesus
Jesus' claim that He alone satisfies the deepest hunger of the human soul
Jesus' claim that He alone satisfies the deepest hunger of the human soul
Twelve loaves of bread set continuously on the golden Table of the Presence inside the Tabernacle, one for each tribe of Israel, symbolizing God's ongoing provision and invitation to fellowship with His people
Twelve loaves of bread set continuously on the golden Table of the Presence inside the Tabernacle, one for each tribe of Israel, symbolizing God's ongoing provision and invitation to fellowship with His people
A strong metal alloy used extensively in Temple construction and ancient warfare
A strong metal alloy used extensively in Temple construction and ancient warfare
A sacrifice completely consumed by fire — holding nothing back from God
A sacrifice completely consumed by fire — holding nothing back from God
Sacrifices completely consumed by fire on the altar — symbolizing total dedication to God
The Promised Land — the territory God swore to give Abraham's descendants
The Promised Land — the territory God swore to give Abraham's descendants
The original inhabitants of the Promised Land — and their religion was a constant snare for Israel
The original inhabitants of the Promised Land — and their religion was a constant snare for Israel
The indigenous peoples of the land God promised to Israel — a collective term for multiple ethnic groups
The indigenous peoples of the land God promised to Israel — a collective term for multiple ethnic groups
The official collection of books recognized as Scripture
The official collection of books recognized as Scripture
An ancient practice of making decisions by random draw (similar to drawing straws or rolling dice), understood in Israel as a means of discerning God's will — used in 1 Chronicles 25 to assign the 24 worship rotations without favoritism
An ancient practice of making decisions by random draw (similar to drawing straws or rolling dice), understood in Israel as a means of discerning God's will — used in 1 Chronicles 25 to assign the 24 worship rotations without favoritism
A Roman military officer commanding about 100 soldiers
A Roman military officer commanding about 100 soldiers
A people from southern Mesopotamia — often used as another name for Babylonians
A people from southern Mesopotamia — often used as another name for Babylonians
A heavenly being associated with God's throne and presence — plural: cherubim
Angelic beings that guard God's presence — not the cute baby angels from Valentine's cards
Angelic beings that guard God's presence — not the cute baby angels from Valentine's cards
The Greek word for 'Messiah' — meaning 'the Anointed One'
The Greek word for 'Messiah' — meaning 'the Anointed One'
Not a building — the gathered community of Jesus' followers
Not a building — the gathered community of Jesus' followers
Local assemblies of believers — the NT communities Paul and other apostles planted and wrote to
Having undergone circumcision — the physical sign of God's covenant with Abraham
A physical sign of the covenant with Abraham — and a huge debate in the early church
A physical sign of the covenant with Abraham — and a huge debate in the early church
Ritually pure — cleared to participate in worship
Ritually pure — cleared to participate in worship
Social status, influence, or worldly power — the currency of clout culture
Social status, influence, or worldly power — the currency of clout culture
The bread and wine meal remembering Jesus' sacrifice
The bread and wine meal remembering Jesus' sacrifice
Set apart as holy — dedicated to God's service through a formal act of purification
Setting something apart as holy — dedicating it fully to God's purposes
Setting something apart as holy — dedicating it fully to God's purposes
Being at peace with what you have — satisfaction rooted in God, not circumstances
Being at peace with what you have — satisfaction rooted in God, not circumstances
The 'tested, precious cornerstone of a sure foundation' promised in Isaiah 28:16 — a Messianic symbol of God's unshakeable foundation amid collapsing human systems, identified in the New Testament as Jesus Christ (1 Peter 2:6; Romans 9:33; Ephesians 2:20)
The 'tested, precious cornerstone of a sure foundation' promised in Isaiah 28:16 — a Messianic symbol of God's unshakeable foundation amid collapsing human systems, identified in the New Testament as Jesus Christ (1 Peter 2:6; Romans 9:33; Ephesians 2:20)
A binding promise between God and His people — like a contract but deeper
A binding promise between God and His people — like a contract but deeper
God as the one who made everything — from galaxies to grasshoppers
God as the one who made everything — from galaxies to grasshoppers
The instrument of Jesus' execution — and the central symbol of the Christian faith
The instrument of Jesus' execution — and the central symbol of the Christian faith
Roman execution by nailing someone to a cross — how Jesus died
Roman execution by nailing someone to a cross — how Jesus died
A dramatic moment of divine judgment and intervention — used throughout the prophets
A dramatic moment of divine judgment and intervention — used throughout the prophets
A servant-leader role in the early church — the people who got things done
A servant-leader role in the early church — the people who got things done
The ultimate consequence of sin — physical, spiritual, and eternal separation from God
The ultimate consequence of sin — physical, spiritual, and eternal separation from God
Capital punishment prescribed in the Mosaic Law for specific offenses against God and community
Delusional — when someone's completely out of touch with reality, especially spiritually
Delusional — when someone's completely out of touch with reality, especially spiritually
An evil spiritual being working against God and humanity
An evil spiritual being working against God and humanity
Evil spiritual beings opposed to God — Jesus cast them out regularly, demonstrating His authority over the spiritual realm
Evil spiritual beings opposed to God — Jesus cast them out regularly, demonstrating His authority over the spiritual realm
A Roman silver coin equal to one day's wages for a common laborer — the central unit of pay in Jesus' Vineyard Workers parable and a window into the everyday economy of first-century Judea
A Roman silver coin equal to one day's wages for a common laborer — the central unit of pay in Jesus' Vineyard Workers parable and a window into the everyday economy of first-century Judea
A race of giants living in Canaan — their size terrified Israel's spies
A race of giants living in Canaan — their size terrified Israel's spies
The fifth book of the Bible — Moses' farewell speeches before Israel enters the Promised Land
The fifth book of the Bible — Moses' farewell speeches before Israel enters the Promised Land
The ability to tell the difference between what's actually from God and what isn't
The ability to tell the difference between what's actually from God and what isn't
A student/follower of Jesus — someone committed to learning His way
A student/follower of Jesus — someone committed to learning His way
God correcting His children — not punishment, but training from a Father who loves you
God correcting His children — not punishment, but training from a Father who loves you
Authority and rule over creation — given to humanity by God in Genesis 1
Authority and rule over creation — given to humanity by God in Genesis 1
Style, fashion, or impressive appearance — looking good and knowing it
Style, fashion, or impressive appearance — looking good and knowing it
The original paradise garden where God placed the first humans — before everything went sideways
The original paradise garden where God placed the first humans — before everything went sideways
A person from Edom — the nation descended from Esau, Jacob's twin brother
A person from Edom — the nation descended from Esau, Jacob's twin brother
An ancient nation east of Babylon — one of the earliest civilizations
An ancient nation east of Babylon — one of the earliest civilizations
A mature, trusted leader in a local church — responsible for spiritual oversight
A mature, trusted leader in a local church — responsible for spiritual oversight
Mature leaders in the community of faith — in the OT, tribal leaders; in the NT, church overseers appointed to shepherd and teach
Mature leaders in the community of faith — in the OT, tribal leaders; in the NT, church overseers appointed to shepherd and teach
God choosing people before they chose Him — one of theology's most debated ideas
God choosing people before they chose Him — one of theology's most debated ideas
Preserving a body after death — an Egyptian specialty
Preserving a body after death — an Egyptian specialty
A priestly garment worn over the chest — and sometimes used to seek God's guidance
A priestly garment worn over the chest — and sometimes used to seek God's guidance
Joseph's younger son who received the greater blessing — and the powerful tribe named after him
Joseph's younger son who received the greater blessing — and the powerful tribe named after him
Members of the tribe of Ephraim — one of the most powerful northern tribes of Israel
Members of the tribe of Ephraim — one of the most powerful northern tribes of Israel
A fancy word for a letter — most of the New Testament is epistles
A fancy word for a letter — most of the New Testament is epistles
Forever life with God — not just living forever, but living FULLY
Forever life with God — not just living forever, but living FULLY
A man who was castrated, often to serve in royal courts
A man who was castrated, often to serve in royal courts
Someone specifically gifted and called to share the gospel with people who haven't heard it
Someone specifically gifted and called to share the gospel with people who haven't heard it
Without end — describing God's nature, love, and promises
Without end — describing God's nature, love, and promises
The opposite of God's goodness — moral corruption and rebellion against His design
The opposite of God's goodness — moral corruption and rebellion against His design
When God's people were forcibly removed from their land — the biggest L in Israel's history
When God's people were forcibly removed from their land — the biggest L in Israel's history
Israelites forcibly relocated to foreign lands — especially Babylon after Jerusalem's fall in 586 BC
Israel's escape from slavery in Egypt — the defining event of the Old Testament
Israel's escape from slavery in Egypt — the defining event of the Old Testament
A prophet and priest who saw wild visions during the Babylonian exile
A prophet and priest who saw wild visions during the Babylonian exile
Trusting God even when you can't see the outcome
Trusting God even when you can't see the outcome
Loyal, trustworthy, and steadfast — a quality of God and those who follow Him
Staying loyal and keeping your word no matter what — God's most consistent trait
Staying loyal and keeping your word no matter what — God's most consistent trait
A severe shortage of food — often used by God to get people's attention
A severe shortage of food — often used by God to get people's attention
To abstain from food (and sometimes drink) as a spiritual discipline — expressing urgency, mourning, or devotion
Going without food (or something else) to focus on God and prayer
Going without food (or something else) to focus on God and prayer
God as Father — the relational title Jesus used most for God
God as Father — the relational title Jesus used most for God
God's special attention and kindness toward someone
God's special attention and kindness toward someone
To hold God in reverent awe — the foundation of wisdom and right living
To hold God in reverent awe — the foundation of wisdom and right living
Reverent awe and respect for God — the beginning of wisdom
Reverent awe and respect for God — the beginning of wisdom
Holy reverence and awe before God — the starting point for real wisdom
Holy reverence and awe before God — the starting point for real wisdom
To hold God in reverent awe — the beginning of wisdom
To hold God in reverent awe — the beginning of wisdom
Held God in reverent awe — lived with proper respect for His authority and holiness
Held God in reverent awe — lived with proper respect for His authority and holiness
Holds God in reverent awe — lives with proper respect for His authority
Holds God in reverent awe — lives with proper respect for His authority
A sacred celebration commanded by God — not just a big dinner
A sacred celebration commanded by God — not just a big dinner
A week-long Jewish festival of camping in tents — remembering the wilderness years
A week-long Jewish festival of camping in tents — remembering the wilderness years
A seven-day festival immediately following Passover during which no leavened bread was permitted, commemorating Israel's hasty departure from Egypt; the specific feast at the center of Hezekiah's great revival in Jerusalem
A seven-day festival immediately following Passover during which no leavened bread was permitted, commemorating Israel's hasty departure from Egypt; the specific feast at the center of Hezekiah's great revival in Jerusalem
Genuine community and connection with other believers — not just showing up to the same building
Genuine community and connection with other believers — not just showing up to the same building
A symbol of God's presence, judgment, purification, and power throughout Scripture
A symbol of God's presence, judgment, purification, and power throughout Scripture
The first portion of a harvest offered to God — acknowledging Him as the source of all provision
The oldest child — held special rights, inheritance, and responsibility
The oldest child — held special rights, inheritance, and responsibility
The first and best of your harvest, given to God before you keep any
The first and best of your harvest, given to God before you keep any
A non-Israelite living among God's people — protected by specific laws but with different obligations
Released from guilt and its consequences — pardoned by God's grace
God canceling the debt you owe because of sin — and the call to do the same for others
God canceling the debt you owe because of sin — and the call to do the same for others
The four angelic beings surrounding God's throne in Revelation, each with a distinct face (lion, ox, human, eagle), covered in eyes, and bearing six wings. They cry 'Holy, holy, holy' without ceasing. Theologically linked to the living creatures (chayot) in Ezekiel 1 and 10 and the seraphim in Isaiah 6, they represent the fullness of creation in unceasing worship before God.
The four angelic beings surrounding God's throne in Revelation, each with a distinct face (lion, ox, human, eagle), covered in eyes, and bearing six wings. They cry 'Holy, holy, holy' without ceasing. Theologically linked to the living creatures (chayot) in Ezekiel 1 and 10 and the seraphim in Isaiah 6, they represent the fullness of creation in unceasing worship before God.
Liberation from sin's power — not freedom to do whatever, but freedom to become who God made you to be
Liberation from sin's power — not freedom to do whatever, but freedom to become who God made you to be
A completely voluntary sacrifice given out of spontaneous devotion with no external obligation or vow attached; one of the two non-thanksgiving subtypes of the peace offering, with a two-day eating window
A completely voluntary sacrifice given out of spontaneous devotion with no external obligation or vow attached; one of the two non-thanksgiving subtypes of the peace offering, with a two-day eating window
The first book of the Bible — origins of everything
The first book of the Bible — origins of everything
Anyone who isn't Jewish — basically everyone else
Anyone who isn't Jewish — basically everyone else
When someone disappears on you without explanation — the ultimate silent treatment
When someone disappears on you without explanation — the ultimate silent treatment
A mountainous region east of the Jordan — known for its healing balm and as a place of refuge
A mountainous region east of the Jordan — known for its healing balm and as a place of refuge
People of Gilead — the region east of the Jordan known for its rugged terrain and fierce warriors
People of Gilead — the region east of the Jordan known for its rugged terrain and fierce warriors
The visible, overwhelming weight of God's presence — when He shows up, you KNOW
The visible, overwhelming weight of God's presence — when He shows up, you KNOW
Biblical transformation — becoming who God actually designed you to be
Biblical transformation — becoming who God actually designed you to be
The Greatest Of All Time — the absolute best at what they do
The Greatest Of All Time — the absolute best at what they do
The Temple in Jerusalem — the physical dwelling place of God's presence among Israel
The Temple in Jerusalem — the physical dwelling place of God's presence among Israel
The revealed truth and commands of God — spoken through prophets and written in Scripture
The revealed truth and commands of God — spoken through prophets and written in Scripture
An unauthorized idol in the shape of a calf set up as a worship substitute — first by Aaron in the wilderness (Exodus 32) and later by Jeroboam in the northern kingdom to keep Israelites from traveling to Jerusalem's Temple
Another way of saying 'the Gospel' — the announcement that Jesus saves
Another way of saying 'the Gospel' — the announcement that Jesus saves
The good news about Jesus — that God saves through Him
The good news about Jesus — that God saves through Him
Unearned favor from God — getting what you don't deserve
Unearned favor from God — getting what you don't deserve
An offering of flour, oil, and frankincense — a gift of gratitude and devotion to God
An offering of flour, oil, and frankincense — a gift of gratitude and devotion to God
Offerings of flour, oil, and incense presented to God — often accompanying burnt offerings
A sacrifice made when you wronged someone AND owed them restitution
A sacrifice made when you wronged someone AND owed them restitution
The realm of the dead — not the same as Hell, more like a waiting room
The realm of the dead — not the same as Hell, more like a waiting room
God's dwelling place — the ultimate destination for believers
God's dwelling place — the ultimate destination for believers
A member of the ancient Israelite people; used by Paul as a cultural and ethnic identity marker emphasizing full Jewish heritage by language, tradition, and lineage — distinct from diaspora Jews who had assimilated into Greek culture
A member of the ancient Israelite people; used by Paul as a cultural and ethnic identity marker emphasizing full Jewish heritage by language, tradition, and lineage — distinct from diaspora Jews who had assimilated into Greek culture
An ethnic label for the Israelite people, commonly used by outsiders in the Old Testament; derived from 'Eber' and appears in contexts where non-Israelites (like the Philistines here) distinguish Israel from surrounding nations.
An ethnic label for the Israelite people, commonly used by outsiders in the Old Testament; derived from 'Eber' and appears in contexts where non-Israelites (like the Philistines here) distinguish Israel from surrounding nations.
Eternal separation from God — the consequence of rejecting Him
Eternal separation from God — the consequence of rejecting Him
An elevated worship site — sometimes legitimate, often used for pagan worship
Hilltop worship sites — sometimes legit, often sketch
Hilltop worship sites — sometimes legit, often sketch
The top priest in Israel — the only one who could enter God's presence on Yom Kippur
The top priest in Israel — the only one who could enter God's presence on Yom Kippur
The Holy Spirit — God's personal presence actively working in and through believers
The Holy Spirit — God's personal presence actively working in and through believers
God's revealed truth — His promises, commands, and self-disclosure through Scripture
One of the ancient Canaanite peoples who inhabited the Promised Land
One of the ancient Canaanite peoples who inhabited the Promised Land
One of the ancient Canaanite peoples who inhabited the Promised Land
One of the ancient Canaanite peoples who inhabited the Promised Land
One of the Canaanite peoples living in the Promised Land before Israel
One of the Canaanite peoples living in the Promised Land before Israel
Being set apart for God — different from the world because you belong to Him
Being set apart for God — different from the world because you belong to Him
Set apart, completely other — belonging to God and dedicated to His purposes
A sacred offering set apart for God's service — not to be treated as common
The innermost room of the Temple — where God's presence literally dwelled on earth
The innermost room of the Temple — where God's presence literally dwelled on earth
A recurring divine title in Isaiah emphasizing both God's absolute holiness and His covenant commitment to the nation of Israel — used over 25 times in Isaiah alone to call His people back to faithfulness.
A recurring divine title in Isaiah emphasizing both God's absolute holiness and His covenant commitment to the nation of Israel — used over 25 times in Isaiah alone to call His people back to faithfulness.
The first room inside the Tabernacle/Temple — sacred but not the MOST sacred
The first room inside the Tabernacle/Temple — sacred but not the MOST sacred
God's Spirit living in believers — your guide, power source, and conscience
God's Spirit living in believers — your guide, power source, and conscience
Confident expectation that God will keep His promises — not wishful thinking
Confident expectation that God will keep His promises — not wishful thinking
The Temple in Jerusalem — God's dwelling place among His people
The Temple in Jerusalem — God's dwelling place among His people
Small idol figurines kept in homes — associated with fertility, protection, and ancestor worship
Putting others above yourself — strength under control, not weakness
Putting others above yourself — strength under control, not weakness
Putting on a spiritual mask — performing faith without actually living it
Putting on a spiritual mask — performing faith without actually living it
Someone who pretends to be righteous but isn't — all performance, no substance
Someone who pretends to be righteous but isn't — all performance, no substance
Jesus' self-identification using the divine name (Greek: egō eimi), echoing God's self-disclosure in Exodus 3:14; used throughout John's Gospel in absolute statements ('I am the way, the truth, and the life') and with predicates to assert His divine identity
Jesus' self-identification using the divine name (Greek: egō eimi), echoing God's self-disclosure in Exodus 3:14; used throughout John's Gospel in absolute statements ('I am the way, the truth, and the life') and with predicates to assert His divine identity
Anything you worship or prioritize over God
Anything you worship or prioritize over God
The worship of man-made images or false gods — the foundational sin that Scripture repeatedly condemns
Worshipping anything that isn't God — the OG spiritual cheat code
Worshipping anything that isn't God — the OG spiritual cheat code
Objects or images worshiped in place of the true God — a recurring source of judgment throughout the Old Testament
Objects or images worshiped in place of the true God — a recurring source of judgment throughout the Old Testament
The idea that every human reflects God's nature — creativity, relationship, moral awareness
The idea that every human reflects God's nature — creativity, relationship, moral awareness
God becoming human in Jesus — the most insane plot twist in history
God becoming human in Jesus — the most insane plot twist in history
Small altars used for burning fragrant incense — a symbol of prayers rising to God
What God's children receive — not money, but eternal life and His promises
What God's children receive — not money, but eternal life and His promises
Received as a permanent possession — especially land promised by God to Israel's tribes
Being the same person in every room — your private life matching your public one
Being the same person in every room — your private life matching your public one
The act of pleading or praying on someone else's behalf; in Romans 8, both the Holy Spirit (v.26–27) and the risen Christ (v.34) are described as actively interceding for believers before the Father.
The act of pleading or praying on someone else's behalf; in Romans 8, both the Holy Spirit (v.26–27) and the risen Christ (v.34) are described as actively interceding for believers before the Father.
God's chosen people — and the name Jacob received after wrestling with God
God's chosen people — and the name Jacob received after wrestling with God
The descendants of Jacob (Israel) — God's chosen people through whom He worked His redemptive plan
The descendants of Jacob (Israel) — God's chosen people through whom He worked His redemptive plan
One of Jacob's twelve sons and the tribe descended from him
One of Jacob's twelve sons and the tribe descended from him
Deep, unshakable gladness rooted in God — not dependent on circumstances
Deep, unshakable gladness rooted in God — not dependent on circumstances
Every 50th year, all debts were canceled and all slaves went free — God's economic reset button
Every 50th year, all debts were canceled and all slaves went free — God's economic reset button
One of the twelve tribes of Israel — and the southern kingdom after the split
One of the twelve tribes of Israel — and the southern kingdom after the split
A leader raised up by God to deliver Israel — or God Himself as the ultimate judge
A leader raised up by God to deliver Israel — or God Himself as the ultimate judge
In the context of Judges, 'judged' means led and delivered Israel — not courtroom judgment
The leaders God raised up between Joshua and the kings — military deliverers for desperate times
The leaders God raised up between Joshua and the kings — military deliverers for desperate times
God holding the world accountable — both a warning and a promise that evil doesn't win
God holding the world accountable — both a warning and a promise that evil doesn't win
Making things right — God's commitment to fairness, equity, and setting wrongs straight
Making things right — God's commitment to fairness, equity, and setting wrongs straight
Being declared 'not guilty' by God — your record wiped clean
Being declared 'not guilty' by God — your record wiped clean
The ultimate title of supreme authority — used for Jesus as ruler over every ruler
The ultimate title of supreme authority — used for Jesus as ruler over every ruler
God's rule and reign breaking into the world — same as Kingdom of Heaven
God's rule and reign breaking into the world — same as Kingdom of Heaven
God's rule and reign breaking into the world — both now and coming
God's rule and reign breaking into the world — both now and coming
A close relative with the right and responsibility to rescue a family member from hardship
A Levite who led a rebellion against Moses — and the earth swallowed him for it
A Levite who led a rebellion against Moses — and the earth swallowed him for it
Descendants of Korah — a Levitical clan that served as Temple musicians, gatekeepers, and worship leaders
Descendants of Korah — a Levitical clan that served as Temple musicians, gatekeepers, and worship leaders
A title for Jesus Christ in Revelation — the sacrificial Lamb of God who was slain and now reigns
A title for Jesus Christ in Revelation — the sacrificial Lamb of God who was slain and now reigns
A title for Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice — the Passover lamb who takes away the world's sin
A title for Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice — the Passover lamb who takes away the world's sin
A prayer or song of grief and honest complaint directed at God, expressing pain, confusion, or abandonment while still trusting in His power to restore. One of the dominant genres in the Psalms.
A prayer or song of grief and honest complaint directed at God, expressing pain, confusion, or abandonment while still trusting in His power to restore. One of the dominant genres in the Psalms.
The golden seven-branched lampstand (menorah) placed in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle, providing light and symbolizing God's presence; later a central furnishing of the Jerusalem Temple
The commands and instructions God gave Israel through Moses — shorthand for the Old Testament
The commands and instructions God gave Israel through Moses — shorthand for the Old Testament
Experts in the Mosaic Law — also called scribes or teachers of the law in the Gospels
Yeast used as a metaphor by Jesus for subtle, invisible corruption that spreads through a whole system; used in Mark 8 to warn against the corrupting religious influence of the Pharisees and the political compromise of Herod
Yeast used as a metaphor by Jesus for subtle, invisible corruption that spreads through a whole system; used in Mark 8 to warn against the corrupting religious influence of the Pharisees and the political compromise of Herod
The traditional English rendering of the Hebrew tzara'at — a range of contagious skin conditions requiring priestly examination and potential quarantine under Mosaic Law; not limited to Hansen's disease (modern leprosy) and central to purity laws in Leviticus 13–14
The traditional English rendering of the Hebrew tzara'at — a range of contagious skin conditions requiring priestly examination and potential quarantine under Mosaic Law; not limited to Hansen's disease (modern leprosy) and central to purity laws in Leviticus 13–14
Jacob's third son — whose descendants became Israel's priestly tribe
Jacob's third son — whose descendants became Israel's priestly tribe
A terrifying, fire-breathing sea creature that only God can control
A terrifying, fire-breathing sea creature that only God can control
A member of the tribe of Levi — set apart for Temple service and worship
A member of the tribe of Levi — set apart for Temple service and worship
Members of the tribe of Levi, set apart for religious service — priests, temple workers, worship leaders, and teachers of the Law
Members of the tribe of Levi, set apart for religious service — priests, temple workers, worship leaders, and teachers of the Law
Jesus' metaphor for the Holy Spirit and the eternal life He alone provides
Jesus' metaphor for the Holy Spirit and the eternal life He alone provides
Divine title (Hebrew: Yahweh Sabaoth) meaning 'LORD of armies' — emphasizing God's supreme authority over all heavenly and earthly powers. Appears twice in the closing verse of this chapter as the name to whom tribute is brought at Mount Zion.
Divine title (Hebrew: Yahweh Sabaoth) meaning 'LORD of armies' — emphasizing God's supreme authority over all heavenly and earthly powers. Appears twice in the closing verse of this chapter as the name to whom tribute is brought at Mount Zion.
Backstory, genealogy, or historical context — the deep worldbuilding of Scripture
Backstory, genealogy, or historical context — the deep worldbuilding of Scripture
The defining attribute of God and the greatest commandment — not a feeling, a commitment
The defining attribute of God and the greatest commandment — not a feeling, a commitment
The verb form of love — the defining action of God toward His people and the command for believers
The primary God-given mission or calling — your core purpose
The supernatural bread God dropped from heaven every morning to feed Israel in the wilderness
The supernatural bread God dropped from heaven every morning to feed Israel in the wilderness
Someone who stands between two parties to make peace — Jesus bridges the gap between God and humanity
Someone who stands between two parties to make peace — Jesus bridges the gap between God and humanity
One of Levi's three sons — his descendants handled the heavy lifting for the Tabernacle
One of Levi's three sons — his descendants handled the heavy lifting for the Tabernacle
Descendants of Merari — the Levitical clan responsible for transporting the tabernacle's structural components
Descendants of Merari — the Levitical clan responsible for transporting the tabernacle's structural components
God choosing NOT to give you what you deserve — compassion in action
God choosing NOT to give you what you deserve — compassion in action
The gold lid on the Ark of the Covenant where God's presence dwelled
The gold lid on the Ark of the Covenant where God's presence dwelled
The promised Savior that Israel had been waiting centuries for
The promised Savior that Israel had been waiting centuries for
Related to the Messiah — prophecies, expectations, or claims about God's Anointed One
Related to the Messiah — prophecies, expectations, or claims about God's Anointed One
A cast or molten idol — specifically condemned in the second commandment
An archangel — heaven's top warrior who fights for God's people
An archangel — heaven's top warrior who fights for God's people
A nomadic people descended from Abraham — sometimes friends, sometimes enemies of Israel
A nomadic people descended from Abraham — sometimes friends, sometimes enemies of Israel
A supernatural act of God that breaks the normal rules
A supernatural act of God that breaks the normal rules
Supernatural acts of God that defy natural explanation — signs that reveal His power, compassion, and authority over creation
Supernatural acts of God that defy natural explanation — signs that reveal His power, compassion, and authority over creation
A nation east of the Dead Sea — descendants of Lot, often at odds with Israel
A nation east of the Dead Sea — descendants of Lot, often at odds with Israel
People of Moab — a kingdom east of the Dead Sea descended from Lot
People of Moab — a kingdom east of the Dead Sea descended from Lot
A divine title for God (Hebrew: El Elyon) meaning the supreme, exalted deity above all others, used frequently in the Psalms and throughout the Old Testament to emphasize God's unrivaled sovereignty
A divine title for God (Hebrew: El Elyon) meaning the supreme, exalted deity above all others, used frequently in the Psalms and throughout the Old Testament to emphasize God's unrivaled sovereignty
The innermost sacred space or the highest level of consecration — reserved for God alone
Someone who took a special vow of dedication to God — no wine, no haircuts, no dead bodies
Someone who took a special vow of dedication to God — no wine, no haircuts, no dead bodies
Mysterious giant beings mentioned before the flood — scholars debate who they were
Mysterious giant beings mentioned before the flood — scholars debate who they were
The upgraded deal God made through Jesus — grace replaces the old system of rules and sacrifices
The upgraded deal God made through Jesus — grace replaces the old system of rules and sacrifices
A solemn promise — often invoking God as witness — that's meant to be unbreakable
A solemn promise — often invoking God as witness — that's meant to be unbreakable
Doing what God says — not to earn His love, but because you already have it
Doing what God says — not to earn His love, but because you already have it
A gift given to God — whether money, time, praise, or your whole life
A gift given to God — whether money, time, praise, or your whole life
Sacrificial gifts presented to God — including burnt, grain, peace, sin, and guilt offerings
Sacrificial gifts presented to God — including burnt, grain, peace, sin, and guilt offerings
A story Jesus told to teach a spiritual truth through everyday situations
A story Jesus told to teach a spiritual truth through everyday situations
The Jewish festival remembering when God rescued Israel from Egypt
The Jewish festival remembering when God rescued Israel from Egypt
Paul's three letters to individual pastors — 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus
Paul's three letters to individual pastors — 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus
A founding father of Israel — the OG ancestors of the faith
A founding father of Israel — the OG ancestors of the faith
More than the absence of conflict — the Hebrew concept of shalom, wholeness and flourishing
More than the absence of conflict — the Hebrew concept of shalom, wholeness and flourishing
A sacrifice celebrating good vibes with God — shared as a communal meal
A sacrifice celebrating good vibes with God — shared as a communal meal
The day the Holy Spirit showed up and the church was born
The day the Holy Spirit showed up and the church was born
One of the indigenous Canaanite peoples inhabiting the Promised Land before the Israelite conquest, frequently listed alongside the Hittites, Hivites, and Jebusites in God's promises to Abraham's descendants
One of the indigenous Canaanite peoples inhabiting the Promised Land before the Israelite conquest, frequently listed alongside the Hittites, Hivites, and Jebusites in God's promises to Abraham's descendants
The title for Egypt's king — the one Moses said 'Let my people go' to
The title for Egypt's king — the one Moses said 'Let my people go' to
A religious leader obsessed with following every tiny rule perfectly
A religious leader obsessed with following every tiny rule perfectly
Israel's most iconic enemy — the people who produced Goliath
Israel's most iconic enemy — the people who produced Goliath
A seafaring people who settled along Canaan's coast — Israel's most persistent military enemies
A seafaring people who settled along Canaan's coast — Israel's most persistent military enemies
The supernatural pillar of cloud by day and fire by night that visibly marked God's presence over the Tabernacle and directed Israel's movements through the wilderness — God's literal GPS
The supernatural pillar of cloud by day and fire by night that visibly marked God's presence over the Tabernacle and directed Israel's movements through the wilderness — God's literal GPS
A devastating supernatural judgment from God — most famously the ten plagues on Egypt
A devastating supernatural judgment from God — most famously the ten plagues on Egypt
Divine judgments sent as punishment or warning — most famously the ten plagues on Egypt
Divine protection — when God's sovereign plan keeps someone alive against all odds
Divine protection — when God's sovereign plan keeps someone alive against all odds
Declaring how amazing God is — out loud, with your whole chest
Declaring how amazing God is — out loud, with your whole chest
Expressions of worship and adoration directed at God — through song, speech, and action
Actively expressing worship and adoration to God
Talking to God — honestly, directly, about anything
Talking to God — honestly, directly, about anything
Direct communication with God — including praise, petition, confession, and intercession
Actively communicating with God — through praise, petition, confession, or intercession
God deciding in advance who gets to be part of His family — deeply debated, deeply important
God deciding in advance who gets to be part of His family — deeply debated, deeply important
Putting yourself in God's seat — the root sin behind most other sins
Putting yourself in God's seat — the root sin behind most other sins
A person appointed to serve as a mediator between God and people
A person appointed to serve as a mediator between God and people
A binding commitment from God — not a maybe, but a guarantee backed by His character
A binding commitment from God — not a maybe, but a guarantee backed by His character
The land God promised to Abraham — Canaan, eventually called Israel
The land God promised to Abraham — Canaan, eventually called Israel
God's covenant commitments — unbreakable declarations of what He will do for His people
A message from God — sometimes about the future, sometimes about right now
A message from God — sometimes about the future, sometimes about right now
Speaking a message directly from God — declaring His will, warning, or revealing future events
Someone who speaks God's message to people — often uncomfortable truths
Someone who speaks God's message to people — often uncomfortable truths
God's chosen messengers who spoke His word to Israel — from Moses to Malachi, and beyond
God's chosen messengers who spoke His word to Israel — from Moses to Malachi, and beyond
A concise wise saying that captures a general truth about life
A concise wise saying that captures a general truth about life
Short, memorable sayings of wisdom — the literary genre and the OT book attributed to Solomon
Short, memorable sayings of wisdom — the literary genre and the OT book attributed to Solomon
God working all things together for good — even the messy, painful, confusing parts
God working all things together for good — even the messy, painful, confusing parts
God supplying what His people need — always on time, never late
A song or poem of worship — the Bible has 150 of them
A song or poem of worship — the Bible has 150 of them
Sacred songs and poems of worship, prayer, and lament — the hymnbook of ancient Israel
The consequences God allows or inflicts for sin — always purposeful, never random
The consequences God allows or inflicts for sin — always purposeful, never random
The Jewish holiday celebrating Esther's victory — the one where God's name never appears
The Jewish holiday celebrating Esther's victory — the one where God's name never appears
A Jewish teacher — the title used for Jesus by His students and followers
A Jewish teacher — the title used for Jesus by His students and followers
Restoring a broken relationship — specifically between God and humanity
Restoring a broken relationship — specifically between God and humanity
To buy back or rescue from bondage — paying a price to set someone free
Someone who buys back what was lost or enslaved — Jesus is THE Redeemer
Someone who buys back what was lost or enslaved — Jesus is THE Redeemer
Being bought back and set free — rescued from slavery to sin
Being bought back and set free — rescued from slavery to sin
A place of safety and protection — God Himself is the ultimate refuge
A place of safety and protection — God Himself is the ultimate refuge
Being spiritually reborn — not a makeover, a resurrection
Being spiritually reborn — not a makeover, a resurrection
The faithful few who stay loyal to God when everyone else bounces
The faithful few who stay loyal to God when everyone else bounces
Doing a complete 180 on your life — turning away from sin toward God
Doing a complete 180 on your life — turning away from sin toward God
An ancient race of giants who lived in Canaan before Israel arrived
An ancient race of giants who lived in Canaan before Israel arrived
Ceasing from work and trusting God — the Sabbath principle applied to all of life
Ceasing from work and trusting God — the Sabbath principle applied to all of life
Making it right — paying back what you stole or damaged, plus extra
Making it right — paying back what you stole or damaged, plus extra
God putting everything back — and then some — after sin's destruction
God putting everything back — and then some — after sin's destruction
Coming back from the dead — and not as a ghost
Coming back from the dead — and not as a ghost
God pulling back the curtain to show something hidden — divine disclosure
God pulling back the curtain to show something hidden — divine disclosure
Living right with God — aligned with His character and purposes
Living right with God — aligned with His character and purposes
Being right with God — living the way He designed you to
Being right with God — living the way He designed you to
Charisma, charm, or the ability to attract people — biblical characters had it too
Charisma, charm, or the ability to attract people — biblical characters had it too
The weekly day of rest (Saturday) — no work allowed, period
The weekly day of rest (Saturday) — no work allowed, period
Rough fabric worn to show grief or repentance — ancient equivalent of wearing all black
Rough fabric worn to show grief or repentance — ancient equivalent of wearing all black
Offering something to God — in the Old Testament, usually an animal; ultimately, Jesus
Offering something to God — in the Old Testament, usually an animal; ultimately, Jesus
Offerings given to God — ranging from animals to grain — as worship, atonement, or thanksgiving
A wealthy religious leader who didn't believe in the afterlife
A wealthy religious leader who didn't believe in the afterlife
All believers set apart by and for God — used throughout Revelation and the epistles to refer to the full community of Jesus followers, not just officially canonized figures
Being rescued from sin and its consequences through Jesus
Being rescued from sin and its consequences through Jesus
A person from Samaria — considered outsiders and enemies by the Jews
A person from Samaria — considered outsiders and enemies by the Jews
The process of becoming more like Christ — your spiritual glow up
The process of becoming more like Christ — your spiritual glow up
A holy place set apart for God's presence and worship
A holy place set apart for God's presence and worship
The Jewish ruling council — 71 leaders who made the big decisions
The Jewish ruling council — 71 leaders who made the big decisions
The adversary — the devil, the enemy of God and humanity
The adversary — the devil, the enemy of God and humanity
Rescued from danger, sin, or death — delivered by God's power and grace
The one who rescues — a title for Jesus as the one who saves humanity from sin and death
The one who rescues — a title for Jesus as the one who saves humanity from sin and death
A professional Bible expert who copied and interpreted Scripture
A professional Bible expert who copied and interpreted Scripture
The Bible — God's written word, considered sacred and authoritative
The Bible — God's written word, considered sacred and authoritative
The sacred writings recognized as God's authoritative word — the Bible
The sacred writings recognized as God's authoritative word — the Bible
A Hebrew musical or liturgical notation found throughout the Psalms, likely signaling a pause, interlude, or moment of reflection; the text uses it as an invitation to stop and let a weighty truth sink in
A Hebrew musical or liturgical notation found throughout the Psalms, likely signaling a pause, interlude, or moment of reflection; the text uses it as an invitation to stop and let a weighty truth sink in
Consecrated — dedicated exclusively to God's purposes and removed from common use
Hebrew word translated 'peace' but meaning far more — complete wholeness, flourishing, harmony, and well-being in every dimension of life; the deepest form of God's blessing
Hebrew word translated 'peace' but meaning far more — complete wholeness, flourishing, harmony, and well-being in every dimension of life; the deepest form of God's blessing
The weight of disgrace and dishonor — what sin produces and what Jesus removes
The weight of disgrace and dishonor — what sin produces and what Jesus removes
An ancient unit of weight and currency — about 11 grams of silver
An ancient unit of weight and currency — about 11 grams of silver
The core Jewish statement of faith — 'Hear, O Israel: the LORD our God, the LORD is one'
The core Jewish statement of faith — 'Hear, O Israel: the LORD our God, the LORD is one'
The shadowy realm of the dead in the Old Testament — not quite heaven, not quite hell
The shadowy realm of the dead in the Old Testament — not quite heaven, not quite hell
A caretaker of sheep — and one of the Bible's most important metaphors for leadership
A caretaker of sheep — and one of the Bible's most important metaphors for leadership
A ring used as an official seal — like a royal signature
A ring used as an official seal — like a royal signature
Missing the mark of God's standard — rebellion against how He designed life to work
Missing the mark of God's standard — rebellion against how He designed life to work
A sacrifice specifically for dealing with sin — blood had to be shed to make things right
A sacrifice specifically for dealing with sin — blood had to be shed to make things right
Characterized by sin — falling short of God's standards
Those who fall short of God's standards — in Jesus' day, a social label for the religiously outcast
Those who fall short of God's standards — in Jesus' day, a social label for the religiously outcast
Actions, attitudes, or states that violate God's character and commands — missing the mark
Actions, attitudes, or states that violate God's character and commands — missing the mark
Forced servitude — a reality in the ancient world that Scripture both describes and subverts
Forced servitude — a reality in the ancient world that Scripture both describes and subverts
People in bondage — whether literal slavery or spiritual bondage to sin
A Messianic title — the promised king from David's royal line
A Messianic title — the promised king from David's royal line
A title declaring Jesus' divine identity and unique relationship with the Father
A title declaring Jesus' divine identity and unique relationship with the Father
Jesus' favorite title for Himself — a prophetic term from Daniel
Jesus' favorite title for Himself — a prophetic term from Daniel
A collection of fifteen psalms (120–134) traditionally sung by pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem for the three annual festivals; also called the Psalms of Ascent or Pilgrimage Psalms.
A collection of fifteen psalms (120–134) traditionally sung by pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem for the three annual festivals; also called the Psalms of Ascent or Pilgrimage Psalms.
The Anakim — a race of giants in Canaan whose size terrified Israel's spies
The Anakim — a race of giants in Canaan whose size terrified Israel's spies
God's absolute authority and control over everything — nothing catches Him off guard
God's absolute authority and control over everything — nothing catches Him off guard
The Holy Spirit — the third person of the Trinity, God's active presence in the world
The Holy Spirit — the third person of the Trinity, God's active presence in the world
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence that enables extraordinary feats and prophetic speech
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence that enables extraordinary feats and prophetic speech
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence that comes upon individuals for specific tasks
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence that comes upon individuals for specific tasks
God's loyal, covenant-keeping, never-giving-up love — the Hebrew word 'hesed'
God's loyal, covenant-keeping, never-giving-up love — the Hebrew word 'hesed'
A manager entrusted with someone else's resources — responsible but not the owner
A manager entrusted with someone else's resources — responsible but not the owner
The responsibility of managing what God has entrusted — resources, talents, and opportunities
A local Jewish place of worship and teaching — like church
A local Jewish place of worship and teaching — like church
The portable worship tent Israel used in the wilderness — the Temple before there was a Temple
The portable worship tent Israel used in the wilderness — the Temple before there was a Temple
Jewish agents contracted to collect taxes on behalf of Rome, notorious for skimming extra for themselves and widely despised as collaborators; several approach John the Baptist asking how to repent, and Jesus later befriends them as examples of radical inclusion.
Jewish agents contracted to collect taxes on behalf of Rome, notorious for skimming extra for themselves and widely despised as collaborators; several approach John the Baptist asking how to repent, and Jesus later befriends them as examples of radical inclusion.
The hot gossip, the drama, the truth being spilled — and the Bible is FULL of it
The hot gossip, the drama, the truth being spilled — and the Bible is FULL of it
THE main place of worship in Jerusalem — God's house on earth
THE main place of worship in Jerusalem — God's house on earth
Testing or enticement to sin — a universal human struggle
Testing or enticement to sin — a universal human struggle
The ten laws God spoke to Moses and Israel at Mount Sinai, forming the moral and covenantal foundation for God's people — covering duties to God (commandments 1–4) and duties to others (commandments 5–10)
The ten laws God spoke to Moses and Israel at Mount Sinai, forming the moral and covenantal foundation for God's people — covering duties to God (commandments 1–4) and duties to others (commandments 5–10)
The place where Moses met God face to face — before the Tabernacle was built
The place where Moses met God face to face — before the Tabernacle was built
Expressing gratitude to God — not just a holiday, but a lifestyle the Bible commands
Expressing gratitude to God — not just a holiday, but a lifestyle the Bible commands
Expressions of gratitude to God — both verbal and through sacrificial offerings
A divine title for God (Hebrew: El Shaddai), emphasizing God's supreme, untouchable power; the most common name for God in the book of Job, used to stress that suffering happens under a sovereign, all-powerful deity
A divine title for God (Hebrew: El Shaddai), emphasizing God's supreme, untouchable power; the most common name for God in the book of Job, used to stress that suffering happens under a sovereign, all-powerful deity
Satan, the devil — the spiritual adversary who opposes God's people and purposes
The catastrophic worldwide deluge sent by God in Noah's time to judge humanity's wickedness and reset creation — a defining event in Genesis and a typological symbol of judgment and salvation throughout Scripture
The catastrophic worldwide deluge sent by God in Noah's time to judge humanity's wickedness and reset creation — a defining event in Genesis and a typological symbol of judgment and salvation throughout Scripture
The good news about what Jesus did — same as Gospel
The good news about what Jesus did — same as Gospel
An elevated worship site — sometimes legitimate, often used for pagan worship
A title for Jesus in Revelation — the sacrificial Lamb of God who was slain and now reigns on the throne
A title for Jesus in Revelation — the sacrificial Lamb of God who was slain and now reigns on the throne
The rules God gave Israel through Moses — the original terms of service
The rules God gave Israel through Moses — the original terms of service
The tribe of Levi — set apart for religious service, worship leadership, and teaching God's Law
The tribe of Levi — set apart for religious service, worship leadership, and teaching God's Law
The 150 sacred songs and poems of worship that make up the OT book of Psalms
The 150 sacred songs and poems of worship that make up the OT book of Psalms
The Holy Spirit — the third person of the Trinity, God's active presence working in believers
The Holy Spirit — the third person of the Trinity, God's active presence working in believers
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence
The Holy Spirit — God's empowering presence
Unauthorized worship altars — sites of pagan or syncretistic worship Israel was commanded to destroy
Giving a tenth of your income to God
Giving a tenth of your income to God
The first five books of Moses (Genesis–Deuteronomy), also called the Pentateuch; the foundational written law of ancient Israel. Used interchangeably with 'The Law' in the New Testament but specifically refers to the written Mosaic text rather than the broader legal-covenant system.
The first five books of Moses (Genesis–Deuteronomy), also called the Pentateuch; the foundational written law of ancient Israel. Used interchangeably with 'The Law' in the New Testament but specifically refers to the written Mosaic text rather than the broader legal-covenant system.
Harmful, destructive, spiritually poisonous — relationships, behaviors, or beliefs that wreck you
Harmful, destructive, spiritually poisonous — relationships, behaviors, or beliefs that wreck you
A special tree at the center of the Garden of Eden whose fruit granted eternal life; access was blocked by God after the Fall and is restored in the New Creation (Genesis 2–3; Revelation 22)
A special tree at the center of the Garden of Eden whose fruit granted eternal life; access was blocked by God after the Fall and is restored in the New Creation (Genesis 2–3; Revelation 22)
One God existing as three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
One God existing as three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Ritually impure — couldn't participate in worship until purified
Ritually impure — couldn't participate in worship until purified
A state of ritual impurity that separates a person from worship and community — requiring purification
Sacred lots kept in the high priest's breastplate — used to determine God's will on yes/no questions
Sacred lots kept in the high priest's breastplate — used to determine God's will on yes/no questions
Mysterious objects the high priest used to get yes-or-no answers from God
Mysterious objects the high priest used to get yes-or-no answers from God
Emptiness, meaninglessness, chasing the wind — the theme of Ecclesiastes
Emptiness, meaninglessness, chasing the wind — the theme of Ecclesiastes
The Persian queen who refused to be paraded before the king's guests
The Persian queen who refused to be paraded before the king's guests
Used in No Cap Scripture to mean a spiritual gut-check on where you're at with God
Used in No Cap Scripture to mean a spiritual gut-check on where you're at with God
A solemn promise made to God, often pledging ongoing praise, service, or an offering in response to His faithfulness; appears frequently in the Psalms as a mark of covenant loyalty distinct from a one-time oath
A solemn promise made to God, often pledging ongoing praise, service, or an offering in response to His faithfulness; appears frequently in the Psalms as a mark of covenant loyalty distinct from a one-time oath
Solemn promises made to God — binding commitments taken extremely seriously in biblical culture
A ritual act of lifting or waving a portion of a sacrifice before the Lord as a physical gesture of dedication, acknowledging that all things come from Him; the breast of the peace offering was waved before the altar and then given to the priests as their perpetual portion
A ritual act of lifting or waving a portion of a sacrifice before the Lord as a physical gesture of dedication, acknowledging that all things come from Him; the breast of the peace offering was waved before the altar and then given to the priests as their perpetual portion
Knowing what to do with what you know — skill for living life well
Knowing what to do with what you know — skill for living life well
Scripture and/or Jesus Himself — God's living message to humanity
Scripture and/or Jesus Himself — God's living message to humanity
Giving God the honor and devotion He deserves — with your whole life, not just Sunday morning
Giving God the honor and devotion He deserves — with your whole life, not just Sunday morning
To bow down in reverence and devotion — the central response of creatures to their Creator
Actively bowing in reverence and devotion to God
One of Jacob's twelve sons and the tribe descended from him
One of Jacob's twelve sons and the tribe descended from him