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Bible Timeline Events in October 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
What biblical events took place in the month of October? This October the first biblical event marks the date the ark of Noah came …

Dates for the Old Testament – Part 2

| Dianna Wiebe |
Dates for Old Testament Events – Part 2 Old Testament dates can be a fascinating yet contentious topic in the context of the Bible, which…

The Fall Feasts – 3 Things To Remember

| Dianna Wiebe |
The Fall Feasts – 3 Things To Remember I am a Christian, why should I care about the Old Testament fall feasts? What are the fall fea…

Bible Timeline Events in September 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
Discover the importance of Bible Timeline Events in September on the biblical calendar, featuring key events like the Fall Feasts, the F…

Dates for the Old Testament Part 1

Dates for Old Testament Events – Part 1 Unlocking the timeline of Old Testament events can be both challenging and rewarding. Have you…

3 Tips for Teaching Bible Timelines

| Dianna Wiebe |
Are you new to Grapevine or looking for fresh approaches to teaching timelines to your students? If you’re aiming to introduce the timeli…

What is Your Focus as a Parent?

| Dianna Wiebe |
What is Your Focus as a Parent? What is your focus when it comes to parenting? Parenting is hard. Long days, short nights, and trying to …

Bible Timeline Events Happening in August 2023

As the calendar page turns, we embark on a fascinating journey through biblical history, focusing on the events that unfolded in the mont…

What Kids Need to Know about the Bible?

As parents and teachers, one of our most important tasks is to guide children on their journey of faith and introduce them to the Bible’…

3 Bible Study Ideas for Summer

| Dianna Wiebe |
3 Summer Bible Study Ideas Are you a busy parent looking for fun and engaging summer Bible study ideas to incorporate into your family’s …

Where Do I Start with Bible Study?

Where do I start with Bible Study? Are you feeling overwhelmed when it comes to where to start with Bible study for your home, church…

Bible Timeline Events for July 2023

Biblical timeline events in July offer a glimpse into the rich history of the Bible as we are reminded that God’s hand is evident in ever…

6 Tips for Summer Family Discipleship

| Dianna Wiebe |
Family Discipleship Family discipleship can be quite a challenge in today’s world. With the ever-increasing demands of our busy lives,…

Bible Timeline Events for June 2023

Welcome to the month of June, a time brimming with interesting events on the Bible timeline calendar. As the sun rises higher in the sky …

Bible Flash Cards Games

Attention, parents and teachers! Are you searching for exciting ways to engage your children in Bible study during this summer vacation? …

3 Things Every Bible Curriculum Should Have

Are you searching for a Bible curriculum that engages students and makes teaching easier? At Grapevine, we give you what every Bible c…

7 Fun Things to Do With Bible Flash Cards

If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to incorporate flash cards into your Bible study, there are plenty of creative activities yo…

Mothers in Jesus’ Genealogy: Part 1

Mother’s in Jesus’ Lineage Who are the mothers in Jesus’ genealogy? What do we know about these women? What can they teach us today abou…

Bible Timeline Events in May 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
In May, the Bible Timeline showcases several significant historical events, such as the establishment of the time manna fell for the chil…

Top 7 Homeschool Bible Curriculum for 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
Choosing a homeschool Bible curriculum should not be stressful, but rather a way for your family to explore and deepen their faith. If yo…

5 Quick and Fun Lesson Reviews Ideas for Busy Teachers

| Dianna Wiebe |
5 Quick and Fun Lesson Review Ideas for Busy Teachers Lesson reviews are a powerful tool for reinforcing student learning and ensuring th…

What happened after the Resurrection?

Following the celebration of Easter, one may wonder what occurred after Jesus’ resurrection. The New Testament records several events tha…

Bible Timeline Events in April 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
What took place on the Bible timeline in the month of April? April on our calendar coincides this year with the first month on the biblic…

What Holidays did Jesus Celebrate in the Spring?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Which holidays did Jesus celebrate in the spring? Where do we find the spring feasts in the Bible? How can we celebrate them this year? I…

What are the Different Bible Translations?

What are the Different Bible Translations? When selecting a Bible study or curriculum, you will want to choose a translation you are comf…

How to Choose a Bible Study for Kids

| Dianna Wiebe |
How do you choose a Bible study for kids? As teacher or parent, we know we should be teaching the Bible to our students and children, but…

Bible Timeline Events in March 2023

We live in a world that is watching wars begin in our time. Looking back at the Bible Timeline events happening in March, we are reminded…

Biblical Marriage Tips

As we prepare for the upcoming Valentine holiday, let’s look at some biblical marriage tips from Isaac and Rebekah. Since the first marri…

5 Things Every Sunday School Class Needs

| Dianna Wiebe |
Sunday Schools today need five basic things to be successful: prayer, interaction with the Bible, encouragement for students to ask quest…

Bible Timeline Events in February 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
Welcome to February 2023! This month we look at the biblical calendar to see what we can learn about the people and events to the Bible. …

3 Tips to Help Your Students Retain the Bible

| Dianna Wiebe |
How can I help my students retain the Bible stories they are learning? What are things that help kids remember the characters and events …

5 Steps for Reaching Your Bible Study Goals

| Dianna Wiebe |
Goals can be easy to set, but hard to reach. One goal we have is to do a daily Bible study. However, it is easy to become discouraged, yo…

Is it Time for a Change in Bible Curriculum?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Is it Time for a Change in Bible Curriculum? Bible teachers are always looking for new ideas and curriculum to help their students know a…

Bible Timeline Events in January 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
HAPPY 2023! Is one of your goals for 2023 to increase your Bible literacy? If so, grab your calendar because one element of Bible study i…

Top 7 Bible Curriculum for Churches and Schools in 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
What is the best Bible curriculum for your church or school  to review in 2023? Each year, we meet teachers who are looking for a Bible c…

Who was Herod the Great?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Who was Herod the Great? Herod the Great is most famous for his role in the Christmas story, but what is the rest of his story? Who were …

Where was Jesus Born?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Where was Jesus Born? When you picture the birth of Jesus Christ what comes to mind? Where was Jesus born?  A cave converted into a stabl…

Bible Timeline Events in December 2022

| Dianna Wiebe |
As we enter the final month of 2022 many things are going through our minds from this past year. As we look at the events that took place…

2 Simple Ways to Daily Give Thanks

 2 Simple Ways to Give Thanks Daily Thanksgiving is a word packed with emotion, memories, and anticipation. Giving thanks involves both…

Bible Timeline Events in November 2022

| Dianna Wiebe |
The month of November brings us many important biblical events on the calendar, from the death of Methuselah and the Flood subsiding afte…

What are the Holidays in the Bible?

What are the holidays in the Bible? How many holidays are there? When are they celebrated this year? When I think of holidays, all kinds …

3 Challenges Most Bible Teachers Face

| Dianna Wiebe |
There are three challenges Bible teachers face today: • Planning effective lesson • Teaching multiple ages in one class • Helping each st…

Dates for the New Testament Part 1

| Dianna Wiebe |
Are you teaching the New Testament Overview this year and want to add dates? But you don’t know where to get dates? Finding dates for bib…

Will Your Children Kneel or Bow?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Will Your Child Kneel or Bow? What comes to mind when hearing the name, Gideon? Do you think about asking the Lord for a sign and fleeces…

16 Teaching Tips

| Dianna Wiebe |
16 Simple Teaching Tips Teaching Grapevine Bible is fun and easy. To help you start your next study, here are 16 of our most popular tea…

Grapevine Studies Doctrine

Many teachers and parents want to know what doctrine Grapevine Studies teaches because you are looking for a Bible curriculum that aligns…

Bible Timeline Events for July 2022

The Bible timeline events for July brings us one of the most familiar stories of the Bible, the golden calf and Moses breaking the first …

Mother of the Bride Blessing

What is a Mother of the Bride blessing for her daughter as she prepares to marry? How can a mom bless and encourage her daughter as she p…

Dates for the New Testament – Part 4

Dates for New Testament Events – Part 4 This year we have looked at the historical dates for the New Testament. Primarily, I have use th…

6 Summer Bible Studies for Kids

| Dianna Wiebe |
Looking for summer Bible study ideas for kids? Summer Bible studies can be easy and fun for both you and your children! This summer help …

Dates for the Old Testament – Part 4

Dates for Old Testament Events – Part 4 Dates for the Old Testament can be hard to find and controversial, but that should not stop us f…

Mothers in Jesus’ Genealogy: Part 2

Today we continue to learn from the last two mothers in Jesus’ genealogy, Bathsheba and Mary found in the book of Matthew. In our last po…

3 Ways to Engage Older Kids in Bible Study

| Dianna Wiebe |
Looking for ways to engage older kids in Bible study? What three simple things can you do to help teens stay involved and growing their B…

7 Teaching Tips for Preschool to Kindergarten Kids

| Dianna Wiebe |
Teaching little ones can be fun but challenging. Today, let’s look at ten teaching tips for you to use as you teach preschool through kin…

Bible Timeline Events in April 2023

| Dianna Wiebe |
What took place on the Bible timeline in the month of April? April on our calendar coincides this year with the first month on the biblic…

How to Pray for Those in a War Zone

How can we pray for those in the war zone? There are ten ways you can pray for those trapped, escaping, and helping the refugees. For man…

What are the Spring Biblical Feasts?

| Dianna Wiebe |
Which biblical feasts are in the spring? Where do we find the spring feasts in the Bible? Has a friend has started talking about them and…

How to Teach the Bible Timeline

| Dianna Wiebe |
Teaching the Bible timeline can be challenging. Three things can make teaching the timeline fun and effective. At Grapevine, beginning in…

History of Lent

| Dianna Wiebe |
What is Lent? What is the history of Lent? In short, Lent is a forty-day period that many Christians use to prepare themselves for the co…

Dates for the New Testament – Part 3

| Dianna Wiebe |
Dates for New Testament Events – Part 3 Dates for the New Testament can be difficult to find and stir debate, but that should not stop u…

What is the holiday of Purim?

What is the holiday of Purim? Purim is a two-day celebration to remember the events recorded in the book of Esther. The original instruct…

Biblical Events in February 2022

| Dianna Wiebe |
The biblical events in the month of February this year are very few due to this being a leap year on the biblical calendar. On the evenin…

Dates for the Old Testament – Part 3

| Dianna Wiebe |
Dates for Old Testament Events – Part 3 Dates for the Old Testament can be hard to find and controversial, but that should not stop us f…

Bible Timeline Events in January

| Dianna Wiebe |
As we enter the new year let’s look to see what Bible timeline events took place in the Bible during this month on January. The new year …

3 Ways to Express Gratitude Today

| Dianna Wiebe |
3 Ways to Express Gratitude Today Gratitude is a virtue we all want to have but sometimes it is hard to know how to express it practica…

Dates for the New Testament – Part 2

Today we are going to look at part 2 dates for the New Testament. I am opening my personal notes and sharing them with you. Unless noted,…

5 Things Your Christian Teens Need to Know About Their Faith

| Dianna Wiebe |
5 Things Christian Teens Need to Know About Their Faith It seems like just yesterday your teen was a toddler playing in the back yard. To…

Lessons from the Spiritual Desert

Don’t Waste Your Desert Have you ever had a time when you followed God as He led you in a new direction and it didn’t turn out like you h…

How to Find Something in the Bible

| Dianna Wiebe |
Are you a new believer and need to learn how to find something in the Bible? You are not alone! No one is born knowing how to navigate th…

The Biblical Fall Festivals 2021

| Dianna Wiebe |
The Biblical Fall Festivals of 2021 You’ve have heard about Jewish holidays, the Fall Festivals, Biblical Feasts, or the Feasts of the Lo…

Bible Timelines

| Dianna Wiebe |
Why You want to Teach Bible Timelines You want your students to actively engage in Bible study and retain what they are learning. But it …

Bible Timeline Events for June

| Dianna Wiebe |
Biblical timeline events in August start with the commemoration of the Transfiguration of Jesus. In August, we mark the day Moses re-cut …

Quick Start Guide for Overviews

| Dianna Wiebe |
Quick Start Guide for Overview Needing a quick overview of how Old and New Testament Overviews work at Grapevine? See how easy it is to t…

What is the Fruit of Your Home?

| Dianna Wiebe |
What is the Fruit of Your Home? What is your focus when it comes to parenting? Parenting is hard; long days, short nights, and trying to …

Why Drawing the Bible Helps Kids Retain the Stories

| Dianna Wiebe |
How Drawing the Bible Helps Kids Retain the Stories Are you a Bible teacher for children and teens? If you’re curious about an effecti…

Learning the Bible on the Go

| Dianna Wiebe |
Bible study on the go Are you finding it hard to keep your kids learning the Bible on the go? Summers are busy! This is such a fun season…

Book or eBooks: Which is Best for Me?

Books or eBooks, which is best for me? Grapevine Studies will help you decide which format is best for you and your children. At Grapevin…

Biblical Events in April

April is the month for celebrating new beginnings! On the biblical Hebrew calendar, in the months of Nisan and Iyar, we celebrate the chi…

The Trials of Jesus Part 2

After being arrested in the garden, Jesus endured six trials before being crucified. The first three trials were religious and the last t…

The Trials of Jesus Part 1

After being arrested, Jesus endured six trials the night and morning before being crucified. Who led the trials of Jesus and what was the…

Why is Passover in March and Easter in April this year?

| Dianna Wiebe |
This year Passover is celebrated a week before Easter, but why? In order to understand why this is happening, we need to look at how the …

Bible Timeline

March 2 – Adar 18 Half-Shekel: According to some Christian traditions, this is the day Jesus told Peter to catch a fish, take the coin fr…

Fun Facts about Esther

| Dianna Wiebe |
Are you teaching the book of Esther? Are you looking for some general background information to help you prepare for a class? We can help…

How Our Modern Calendar Was Created

How Did We Get Our Modern Calendar? Have you ever wondered how did we get our modern calendar? Have you read the Bible and found the mont…

3 Ways of Getting Closer to God

Getting closer to God is a goal we have but the busyness of life often holds us. back from growing as much as we desire. Today, let’s loo…

How Was Time Measured in the Bible?

Have you ever wondered how our current calendar came into existence? Have you read the Bible and found the months different from the cale…

7 Things to Look for in Your Next Bible Study

| Dianna Wiebe |
As a Christian homeschool mom, you want to include Bible study in your daily schedule. Does this mean you simply read the Bible each day …

Bible Timeline Events in March 2020

Have you read about an event in the Bible and wondered how it corresponds to our modern calendar? Below see some of the biblical events o…

Football and Discipleship

| Dianna Wiebe |
Football and discipleship, what do they have in common? How can looking at one of the greatest coaches in football help us to disciple ne…

4 Tips for Setting Your Bible Study Goals in 2020

| Dianna Wiebe |
Goals can be easy to set, but hard to meet. One goal many of us set each year is to spend more time in God’s Word. However, it is easy to…

What holiday did Jesus celebrate this time of year?

| Dianna Wiebe |
What holiday did Jesus celebrate this time of year? Jesus lived in a Jewish culture rich with biblical history and tradition. In order t…

Bible Timeline Events in December 2019

| Dianna Wiebe |
Bible Timeline Events in December December 12 – Kislev 14 Reuben: This is the birthday of Reuben, first-born son of Jacob by his wife Lea…

Bible Timeline Events in November 2019

| Dianna Wiebe |
Biblical Events in November 2019 Do you ever wonder when events took place during the year? Drawing from biblical references, Christian t…

How to Teach a Preschool – Kindergarten a Bible Lesson with Grapevine

| Dianna Wiebe |
How to Teach a Preschool to Kindergarten a Bible Lesson Teaching a preschool and kindergarten Bible lesson is both challenging and reward…

God is Still in the Miracle Business – Part 2

It’s Been a Year… Have you ever had an experience that affected you for months or even years to come? The death of a loved one you were v…

How to Defeat Hamans

Have you ever wondered why we see so much evil in our generation? Have you seen or experienced hostility against those who love and try t…

3 Areas to Focus on for Spiritual Growth

As we look forward to a new year, we instantly think of setting new goals for ourselves. Setting and reaching goals helps us to move forw…

Why is Scripture Writing Important

| Dianna Wiebe |
Every time you open your Bible, do you feel overwhelmed and inadequate? Do you wonder where to start? I know how discouraging it can be t…

Summer Devotions

| Dianna Wiebe |
Tools for Summer Devotions Summer devotions can be challenging, but they don’t have to be boring! Here are new tools to try and a simple …

5 Ways to Use Flashcards for Bible Study on a Trip

| Dianna Wiebe |
Flashcards for Bible Study “Are we there yet?” Every parent who has taken a trip with a child has heard those words. How do we keep our …