Author Archives: Theresa Haigler

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About Theresa Haigler

Wife to amazing husband. Mother to two wonderful girls. Mother-in-law to two amazing guys. Love God and His Word. Enjoy learning and teaching Scripture to anyone who will listen.

The Gospels in Chronological-ish Order

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

I have to say “ish” because there really is no way to know the exact order or timeline on some of these events. And my brain doesn’t like that. I like a story to flow nicely from beginning to end … Continue reading →

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Whatchu talkin’ bout Willis?

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

Today on this Good Friday, I’m sitting on my back porch (Happy Place) studying Judges to get ready for our lesson next week. In this section of scripture you see Gideon’s army getting dwindled down by God from 32,000 to … Continue reading →

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The Book of Jasher (Sefer ha-Yasher)

Posted on February 10, 2024 by Theresa Haigler

There are so manuscripts that have been published of this book. It is said to be “a midrash that covers Biblical history, from creation until the Judges period. Named after an ancient text referred to in Joshua 10:12 and II … Continue reading →

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Stretching Prayer Muscles

Posted on July 21, 2023 by Theresa Haigler

Today in my Bible study I was reminded that God’s people in the Old Testament would pray the Shema (Deut. 6:4-9) twice a day at 9:00am and 3:00pm. You may recognize those times as the morning and evening sacrifices. You … Continue reading →

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Storms

Posted on April 10, 2023 by Theresa Haigler

There are two different storm stories on the Sea of Galilee in the New Testament. In one, Jesus is already in the boat, asleep on a cushion, and the disciples wake Him up because of the storm. Jesus calms the … Continue reading →

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Bloom Where You Are Planted

Posted on August 20, 2022 by Theresa Haigler

Fun Clichés: “The early bird…catches the worm” “An apple a day…keeps the doctor away” “Always a bridesmaid…never a bride” “Do as I say…not as I do” “Here today…gone tomorrow” “Money doesn’t grow on… trees”              “Bloom where you are… planted.” … Continue reading →

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Biblical Chronology/ Timelines

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Theresa Haigler

I like things in order. I always have. My parents tell me that when I was a child I would organize the utensil drawer for fun. It’s true. Not much has changed in 40 years either. Naturally this trait would … Continue reading →

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Christmas Nativity Test

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Theresa Haigler

See how well you know that Nativity Story with this quick test. I used it on our HSM Lifegroup tonight and no one made 100%, not even the adults. How well will you do? The Christmas Story Quiz The Christmas … Continue reading →

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The RIESEN for the Season

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Theresa Haigler

We had a fun time tonight at our HSM Lifegroup as I told the Nativity Story with a sweet twist. There are several stories like this on the internet, but I had to write my own to match the types … Continue reading →

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Indecent Proposal

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Theresa Haigler

“The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain.  She does him good and not evil all the days of her life.” Proverbs 31:11-12 The 7th commandment says in Exodus 20:14 “You shall … Continue reading →

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