Thoughts & Intents

But set apart the Messiah as Lord in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you. 1 Peter 3:15

Welcome to Thoughts & Intents, the newsletter of the Bible Basics site at BellaOnline.com.

My Latest Articles on Bible Basics

Know the History and Content of Your Faith

So when did the books of the Bible get chosen? Don’t Christians and Muslims worship the same God? Aren’t all religions pretty much the same? What about the dinosaurs? Do questions like these send you into a mini mind numbing panic? If so don’t fret, but don’t be content with that state of affairs.

Nine Paradoxes of the Christian Life

The living of my brief planet-side life is permeated with the fragrance of eternity. Christians do not view success, money, love, problems or suffering in the same way as those who cannot see beyond the grave. Persecutions, perplexities and paradoxes ensue.

From my heart to yours

Mowing the lawn, hanging out laundry--ain’t summer grand? Now if we could just figure out what’s eating the broccoli plants in the garden! I’ve planted it twice and something ate it to bare stems twice. It’s a very particular creature--doesn’t touch the lettuces or asparagus, just the broccoli. But husband and I have a plan, involving a third sacrificial planting of broccoli, and a motion activated camera. Once we know who the perpetrator is, we can figure out how to deal with it. I always say that gardening in north Idaho is an adventure, but this is a new one for me!

Serving our sweet Savior,

LeeAnn Bonds, Bible Basics Editor