Welcome to Girlfriends Bible Study – a live Bible Study with Connie & Friends! Join us each Monday & Thursday at 7:00pm (ET) as Connie and her girlfriends engage in a lively conversation as they study the Bible. We talk about everything from humor in the Bible to bad girls in the Bible, from miracles to tragedies. Most importantly, we reflect on how the message has applied to our lives. If you want to see us on camera, you can watch via YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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We continue our theme of Animals in the Bible with a look at some "Fantastic Beasts." Ezekiel 10:8-22 - describes the Cherubim. Although they may be angels, they are certainly something to behold (and a bit scary sounding). Revelation 12:1-9 and 13:1-18 - talks about the Dragons. This was completely terrifying!! The book of Job talks about a lot of…
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Ep 95 - Lambs, Sheep and the Good Shepherd
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27:49Our theme of "Animals in the Bible" continues with this study. While preparing to talk about Lambs and Sheep, I had the revelation that Jesus is both the Lamb and the Shepherd. We normally just read or hear about one at a time. It made me emotional to think that He sacrificed Himself as the Lamb, all while being and becoming our Good Shepherd. We r…
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We finish our study of Animals in the Bible with a look at lions. Scriptures: Revelation 5:5 Isaiah 31:4 Genesis 49:9 1 Peter 5:8-9 Proverbs 19:12, 28:1, 30:29-31 Daniel 6 - The Lion's DenBy GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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The effect of music is powerfully illustrated in the Bible. David calmed King Saul with music (1 Samuel 16:14-23). Moses sings the first song - Exodus 15:1-21 Last song reference in the Bible is Revelation 15:1-4 - where they reference Moses' song. Shortest song - 2 Chronicles 5:13, 20:21 Here's the article from the APA that was referenced: https:/…
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Gina and I read the longest chapter in the Bible - a song (or a poem, by some accounts) between two people - Psalm 119By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Jesus and the disciples sang at the Last Supper - Matthew 26:30. Paul and Silas in jail, singing hymns - Acts 16:25-26 The Prodigal Son - they sang in celebration - Luke 15:25 Jesus raises the dead girl and pipes were played in mourning - Matthew 9:23 The Rapture - trumpets will sound - 1 Corinthians 15:51-52…
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We continue our theme of Music in the Bible with a study of trumpets! There are 118 mentions of trumpets in the Bible (KJV). Trumpets are used as a war cry, as a celebratory sound, and to herald a notable arrival. Scriptures: Numbers 10:1-10 1 Chronicles 15:24, 28 1 Chronicles 13:8 Joshua 6:8-20 Judges 7:15-21 Revelation 8, 9, 10, 11 Matthew 6:2 1 …
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In our final study on Music in the Bible, we talk about all the musical instruments (19) mentioned in the Bible. The various instruments are played to celebrate, to gather, to announce, to soothe, for romance, and as a war cry. You can see a full list of instruments here with scripture references - https://www.gotquestions.org/musical-instruments-O…
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We continue our November theme of "Tears & Weeping in the Bible" with a look at very familiar (and oft repeated) scriptures. John 11:17-44 Psalm 30By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Tears & Weeping is the theme for this study. There are 64 Bible verses about weeping in the Bible. There are 96 references to weeping and gnashing of teeth. Isaiah 38 James 5:1-12 Matthew 8:5-13 Matthew 13:40-43By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Our Guest Host Bria Lacour shares about Jeremiah - known as the weeping prophet. He also wrote the book of Lamentations. Scriptures: Luke 22:44 Matthew 26:36-46 Hebrews 5:7 Jeremiah 8:18-22, 9:1, 9:10-12, 13:17, 31:15-17By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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We are studying friendships in the Bible, and this week we're taking a look at Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. They stuck together even under the threat of death. Scripture shares: How friends stick closer than a brother (Proverbs 18:24) That a friends loves at all times (Proverbs 17:17) That the wounds of a friend can be trusted (Proverbs…
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Tonight we read about Ruth and Naomi Scripture: Ruth 1By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Tonight we continue our study of "Idols in the Bible" with a look at the universal caduceus symbol - a serpent or snake coiled around a staff. Scriptures: Numbers 21:4-9 - The Bronze Snake 2 Kings 18:1-4 - Hezekiah smashes it John 3:10-15 - Jesus references it These articles talk about the early history and biblical origin of the symbol: https://ea…
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We discuss good influences, like Abigail was for her fool husband Nabal (1 Samuel 25:2-42), and bad influences, like Jezebel was for Ahab (1 Kings 16:29-33, 19:1-2, 21:1-28, and 2 Kings 9:1-37). Choose your spouse and your friends wisely. It can keep you from being thrown out of a window and having your body eaten by dogs!…
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The Bible says a LOT about keeping your word - most of it is hilarious! There is definitely some "shade throwing!" My sisters and I had a great time talking about this issue tonight. We shared some tips on what to do and what NOT to do! Scriptures: Deuteronomy 23:21-23 - If you make a vow to the Lord, keep it. Better yet, don't do it. Proverbs 20:2…
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Tonight, we discuss Visions and Dreams in the Bible, starting with Joseph in Genesis 37. Do you write down your dreams? If not, I encourage you to get a journal and start writing them down, because nothing God does is random. If you have dreams, it's for a reason. In Joel 2:28 and Acts 2:17, it tells us we will dream dreams and have visions.…
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How often have you panicked under pressure? Here's what scripture says about it: Matthew 8:23-27, Matthew 14:22-33By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Ep 78 - Rinse and Repeat: Breaking Repeating Patterns
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The story of Ananias and Sapphira Scripture: Acts 5By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Tonight, I talk about the Bible and Science, and read from Daniel 3.By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Dealing with the 17-year cicadas has me thinking about the plague of locusts in the Bible. Yikes! Scriptures: Exodus 10:1-20 Ezekiel 25:17By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Did Jesus use His superpowers when He disappeared right out of the middle of the crowd? Scripture: Luke 4By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Jealousy vs. Envy - there is a difference. Merriam-Webster defines "Jealousy" as: A feeling of unhappiness and anger caused by a belief that a loved one might be unfaithful. And "Envy" as: Envy means discontented longing for someone else's advantages. Envy is most often used to refer to a covetous feeling toward another person's attributes, possess…
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Did you know there are 21 dreams (or nightmares) mentioned in the Bible? Ten of them are in the book of Genesis. In this Bible Study on Dreams, we discuss several of them. Dreams are given to us as warnings (Job 33:14-18), as prophecy, and as a way for us to simply talk to God Himself. Did you know that Solomon's request for wisdom was made via a d…
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I was determined to push through and have Bible Study even though I'd been sick all day. We read about the Woman with the Issue of Blood in Matthew 9:18-22, which always gives me strength. We also read about Jacob's Ladder in his dream in Genesis 28:10-19.By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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In this Bible Study we finish our discussion of asking for forgiveness, and explore the concept of not looking back when God calls you to move forward. Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-35 (The Unmerciful Servant) Genesis 19:6-5-26 (Lot's Wife) Luke 9:57-62 (The Cost of Following Jesus) Matthew 10:11-15 (Shake the Dust Off Your Feet) We also referenced: Ac…
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We had a great discussion about how hope can seem lost, but it's not. We have to remember the character and promises of God. Hope is not lost even when we screw up (like David) or make repeated stupid mistakes (like Samson). Sometimes hope seems loss because of our faith - like with Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. Hope sometimes seems lost …
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Ep 68 - Doing What's Right, Even When You're Scared
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32:58Doing what's right is not always easy, but it is important. In this Bible study, we look at Esther (4:9-16, 6:1-14, and 7:1-10) and the difficult choice she had to make to save her people. In modern day, we deal with issues such as: - Being a whistleblower at an organization - Confronting someone to clear an offense - Apologizing when we're wrong o…
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When you're a leader (a boss, a parent) that is your primary role & responsibility, above all else, to those who "report" to you, or who count on you for leadership and protection. Scriptures referenced: Jesus sleeping on the boat / calms the storm - Matthew 8:23-27, Mark 4:35-41, Luke 8:22-25 Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, asking His sleepy di…
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Humans may be inherently selfish but God directs us to be selfless. Scriptures from tonight's Bible Study: Philippians 2:3-8, 12-13 Proverbs 19:21 Exodus 9:16 Jeremiah 1:4-5 Acts 13:36 1 Timothy 4:12 Psalm 37:4By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Tonight we are talking about the power of words. The Bible says we have to give an account of every idle word we speak. It says death and life are in the power of the tongue. When we pair our words with faith, amazing things happen.By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Ep 64 - The Power of Our Words and Thoughts
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19:35Whether you think you can, or you think you can't...you're right. (Henry Ford) Proverbs 23:7 - As a man thinks in his heart, so is he. Romans 4:17 - Call those things that be not as though they are Habakkuk 2:2 - Write the vision and make it plain so that men [and women, and you!] can run with it. Hebrews 11:1 - Now faith is being sure of what we h…
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What does your name say about your character? Tonight's scriptures: 1 Samuel 25:25, 1 Chronicles 4:10, Proverbs 22:1, Philippians 2:9-10.By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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God miraculously parted the waters on more than one occasion - not just the Red Sea with Moses. Exodus 14:10-22 (Moses & the Red Sea) Joshua 3:5-17; 4:1-18 (Joshua & the Jordan River) 2 Kings 2 (Elijah and Elisha & the Jordan River) And it's important to acknowledge the very first partings of the waters - Genesis 1:6-10. Some also mention: - Jeremi…
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Ep 61 - The Nephilim and Other Fallen Angels
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22:41Join us as we discuss the Nephilim and other fallen angels. Scriptures: Luke 10:18-20 Genesis 6:1-8 Numbers 13:31-33 2 Peter 2:4-16 Jude 5-10By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Ep 60 - Naps, Sleep, Rest & Dreams in the Bible
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38:20Are you a "napper"? Do you rest well? Do you sleep too much? Sleep and rest are Biblical and good for... Refreshing Receiving visions from God An exercise of faith Healing Scriptures: Exodus 20:8-11 Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 23:1-3 Proverbs 3:21-24 Psalm 3:1-5 Psalm 4:1-8 Matthew 8:23-27 Mark 6:30-34 Luke 8:42-46 Proverbs 24:30-34…
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As we continue our theme of "Favorite Siblings in the Bible," my big sister Gina Rozier leads us in a powerful Bible Study about Miriam, the big sister of Moses. Scriptures: Exodus 2:1-10 (The birth of Moses - his big sister looks after him) Numbers 12:1-16 (Miriam and Aaron oppose Moses) Exodus 4:13-17 (Aaron gets to speak for Moses) Exodus 15:19-…
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We've been studying Friendship in the Bible. Tonight, we learn who God and Jesus call "friend" in the Bible. We also learn that, just like our mommas told us, God is "not our little friend" and we can't talk to Him any type of way. Scriptures: John 15:12-17 (Jesus calls His disciples friends) Exodus 33:11 (God talks to Moses face to face like one w…
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Don't you just hate it when people misquote the Bible? In this Bible Study Live we talk about a few familiar misquotes and what the scripture ACTUALLY says! "God helps those who help themselves." - WRONG! 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 - The real scripture 1 Timothy 5:8 "God won't give you more than you can handle." - WRONG! 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 - The rea…
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In our continuing theme of "Playfulness in the Bible" we read about the games and competitions that are referenced in the Bible. In 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 - it talks about running a race, training and preparing, and winning a crown. In 2 Timothy 2:5 - there's a reference to being an "athlete" and how good athletes only win if they follow the rules. …
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Ep 55 - Forgiveness in a Marriage: A Biblical Perspective
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39:54We continue our theme of forgiveness with a look at some marriages in the Bible where forgiveness was necessary. Reasons that forgiveness might be necessary in a marriage? 1) Breaking of trust / betrayal 2) Lack of feeling safe (emotionally, physically, financially) A wonderful resource for forgiveness is Betrayal's Baby by P.B. Wilson. Couples dis…
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In this Bible Study, we read about twin brothers Jacob and Esau. Jacob coerced Esau out of his birthright and later stole his blessing from their father Isaac. Esau vowed to kill him, but later forgave him. We never hear an apology or a verbal statement of forgiveness, but it's there. How do you forgive someone who kills or harms someone you love? …
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Ep 53 - Forgive Them for They Know Not What They Do
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30:22Forgiveness ties in so deeply with the law of reaping and sowing. We are to forgive so that we can be forgiven. (Matthew 6:12-15, Colossians 3:13) Jesus' request for forgiveness for those who were crucifying Him was the most selfless, loving request ever. (Luke 23:34) What if everything - Every Single Thing - we sowed we also reaped. Would it chang…
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Ep 52 - Dreams that Communicate a Future Hope
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46:39Special Guest Host Bria Lacour shared a wonderful message about "that dreamer Joseph," in keeping with May's theme "Dreams in the Bible." We had a great discussion about how long we sometimes have to wait in between what God's shown us (the prophecy) and its manifestation. Scriptures: Genesis 37:1-11, 42:1-17, 45:4-15…
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If you have big goals, don't look down. Scriptures: Matthew 14 Matthew 17:20-21 Hebrews 11:1 Romans 4:17By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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Ep 50 - Our Perspective vs. God's Perspective
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38:44Often, our plans are not God's plan for us. Our perspective about our situation is not the perspective that God has. Learning to submit to His plan and see our situations through His eyes is a game-changer! Scriptures: Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails. (Proverbs 19:21) Delight yourself in the Lord and …
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Our theme is Making Mistakes and we begin with a discussion of Uzzah's Mistake. Uzzah made the fatal mistake of reaching out to steady the Ark. 2 Samuel 6:1-9 1 Chronicles 13:5-12 About the Ark: 1 Kings 8:9 1 Samuel 6:17-20 Exodus 25:10-22 About Bezalel (the artisan who made the Ark): Exodus 35:30-35 Exodus 37:1-9 Exodus 40 - About the Tabernacle…
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Special guest Bria Lacour walks us through the story of Abigail in 1 Samuel 25:1-44. Interestingly, some of the same Hebrew words used to describe Solomon, Zechariah, and the Levites were also used to describe Abigail. https://biblehub.com/hebrew/7922.htm Bria also shared that Abigail has one of the longest speeches given by a woman in the Bible. h…
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How do we handle the waiting period in between God's promise and the manifestation of that promise?By GirlfriendsBibleStudy
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