In The Beginning - Bailey, Susan

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Résumé :
(A Scripture Study for Creators, Thinkers, and Seekers) This isn't your typical devotional-it's a creative, reflective, and spiritually rich journey through all 50 chapters of Genesis, told through vivid poetry, deep word studies, and meaningful reflection. Each chapter of Genesis is paired with a carefully crafted poetic stanza in the style of Kasen Renku-a Japanese verse form adapted here to capture the emotion, theme, or spiritual insight of each passage. These stanzas act as anchors, inviting readers to slow down and consider Scripture with fresh eyes and open hearts. But this devotional doesn't stop at poetry. You'll explore: 50-word studies grounded in Hebrew (and occasional Aramaic/Greek) roots Reflection prompts that tie biblical truths to real-life faith Armor of God connections that help you apply Scripture for spiritual strength Five milestone sections that break the study into meaningful phases A full Word Nerd Glossary for deeper understanding Journaling space, visual prompts, and even a bit of humor (because holy snark is a love language) Whether you're a Bible newbie, a long-time believer, or someone returning to the faith with curiosity and wonder, In The Beginning offers a devotional path that speaks to the soul and stimulates the mind. This study is for: The Thinkers who want meaning The Creators who need inspiration The Seekers who long to hear God's voice through Scripture The Word Nerds who crave a little Hebrew with their morning coffee So grab your Bible, a journal, and maybe your favorite pens-and prepare to encounter Genesis in a way that's bold, beautiful, and brimming with truth....

Biographie:
Susan Bailey is a former Army Nurse Corps officer and veteran RN with a battle-worn Bible, a burden for truth, and a serious sense of humor. Now a full-time caregiver and at-home disciple, she's on a mission to equip everyday believers with tools for spiritual survival in an increasingly chaotic world. When she's not wrangling real-world emergencies or caregiving for her mom with dementia, she's writing faith-fueled resources for people who are tired of fluffy sermons and ready to fight the good fight-with Scripture, strategy, and maybe a little sass. Susan created the Field Training Manual: Armor Up, Buttercup! to help believers actually apply Ephesians 6 in their daily lives-because spiritual warfare is real, and Sunday School crafts won't cut it anymore. Drawing from biblical study, real-life spiritual battles, and a whole lot of coffee, this guide is her field-tested answer to a modern faith crisis. She writes regularly on her Substack blog, Faithfully Thinking (scbailey.substack.com), where she shares encouragement, Scripture breakdowns, and unapologetic truth with a wink and a war cry. Her favorite battle cry? Jesus wins. But in the meantime... armor up....