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- Moses and the Burning Bush: A Divine Encounter. One of the most significant biblical figures who encountered God personally was Moses. His encounter with God through the burning bush was a pivotal moment in his life and the journey of the Israelites.
- Abraham’s Covenant: Meeting God’s Promise. Abraham is one of the most significant biblical figures and his encounter with God marked a turning point in his journey of faith.
- Jacob’s Wrestling Match: Wrestling with God’s Blessing. Jacob, one of the significant biblical figures, had a unique encounter with God that changed his life forever.
- Elijah on Mount Carmel: A Showdown with the Almighty. When it comes to divine interactions in the Bible, Elijah’s encounter with God on Mount Carmel is one of the most powerful and memorable.
- Adam and Eve (Genesis 3) In the book of Genesis, we encounter the divine encounter between Adam and Eve and God in the Garden of Eden. This intimate interaction showcases God’s personal relationship with humanity, as he lovingly created Adam from the dust of the earth and breathed life into him.
- Abraham (Genesis 18) Abraham’s encounter with God in Genesis 18 is a powerful example of divine intervention. The visit from three strangers who turned out to be angels exemplifies the idea of unexpected encounters with the divine.
- Jacob’s Ladder (Genesis 28) Jacob’s encounter with the ladder reaching heaven in the book of Genesis is a powerful depiction of divine connection. As Jacob fled from his brother Esau, he found himself alone in the wilderness and took a stone for a pillow.
- Moses and the burning bush (Exodus 3) In the encounter between Moses and the burning bush, we witness a powerful display of God’s presence and glory.
A Middle School Bible Study. Encounter is a Catholic Bible study designed specifically for grades 6 to 8. Using the color-coded Bible Timeline Learning System, each session of Encounter reveals the story of our faith and God’s plan for our lives. This captivating program guides students toward a powerful encounter with God.
Genesis 1:1-31 ESV / 5 helpful votesHelpfulNot Helpful. In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.
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Genesis 3:1-13: “I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked, so I hid” (read more) Here we see humans sinning against God for the first time, after being tempted by the devil. The devil wanted to alienate Adam and Eve from God, and so made them doubt by twisting His words, leading them to disobey God’s rules. This event changed...
Genesis 28:10-22: There above it stood the Lord and He said, “I am the LORD, the God of your father Abraham” (read more) This passage takes place as Jacob was fleeing from his family after cheating his twin brother, Esau, out of his inheritance. (Read more in Genesis 27). Despite perhaps feeling lonely, and probably guilty, Jacob met God in a dream...
Exodus 3:1-15: God called to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” (read more) Here we see Moses being called personally by name while he was shepherding, at a moment when God knew he would be alone. This was an encounter made specifically for him – though he still had to see and follow the invitation God set out. Moses was willing to leave his...
1 Kings 19:11-18:“Go and stand on the mountain… for the LORD is about to pass by” (read more) Here we see only a small portion of God’s power, yet Elijah had to hide himself from it. Elijah witnessed God’s ability to control the weather and even the very earth, but after these powerful events he hears God in a quiet, calm whisper. As mentioned in o...
Luke 1:26-38: the angel said to [Mary] “Do not be afraid…you have found favour with God” (read more) When Gabriel first greeted Mary she was greatly troubled, as I imagine we all would be! Despite this, she was very rational in the conversation she had with the angel; she asked questions to help her understand what was happening. Mary knew she coul...
Luke 24:13-27: He explained to them all that was said in the Scriptures concerning Himself (read more) In the Bible we read plenty of encounters during Jesus’ time on Earth, from His birth through to this passage, after His resurrection. Here we see the disciples oblivious to who they were talking with and even reluctant to recognise Jesus as the M...
Acts 8:26-40:Then Philip…told him the good news about Jesus (read more) In this passage we see how God both sends assistance in times of need and sends us to others facing difficult times. Philip and the Ethiopian were brought together because God knew that one was able to increase the understanding of the other – and through this human encounter, ...
Sep 12, 2013 · Righteous people have appropriated the righteousness that comes by faith. The Bible uses word “righteous” in two ways. It is used of the righteousness of faith, which is called imputed righteousness ( Rom. 3:21-4:25 ). This kind of righteousness stands in contrast to our good works. Paul states, “By the works of the Law [‘good works ...
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Apr 8, 2018 · A friend of mine once wrote a series of plays based on memorable stories from the Bible. He called it ‘Brief Encounters.’ In these brief encounters he helped both actor and audience to see that these stories though centuries old, have an enduring quality to them.These brief encounters came to mi
