“Memorizing & studying Scripture changes [us]- in a good way. It points [us] to Jesus! It transforms us and renews our minds. It blesses us and helps us to be a blessing to others. It strengthens us, comforts us, encourages us, and we can be better witnesses for...
Never Stop Learning: A Participant Testimony
It is always inspiring to hear stories from past National Bible Bee participants, but also from people who are still participating. Let’s hear from Brooke Sowards about her time in the National Bible Bee and how she uses her time to study. “My favorite part of...
Three Lessons from Investing in Scripture
Do you ever wonder if studying the Bible is worth it? Or, if you have competed in the National Bible Bee, do you ever get discouraged by the countless hours you put in? Well today I would like to encourage you to not lose heart! One of the really amazing things about...
All for Christ: A Participant Testimony
Hannah Davidsmeier is seventeen years old, and this is her eleventh and final year competing in the National Bible Bee. Through the years she has grown in her knowledge of God. She lives on a farm in Illinois with her parents and eight siblings, and she “truly...
Four Ways to Choose Christ Daily
First of all, congratulations to all those who competed in the National Bible Bee. You couldn't all be in the top 120, but you can all hopefully be a little closer to God. Today I am thinking about and praying what I should share with those who are continuing their...
More than a Competition: An Alumni Testimony
Many Christians cling to God’s promises that he will never leave us and he will be with us always (Heb. 13:5-6, Matthew 28:20). But experiencing God’s presence every day is not an automatic benefit for believers. Knowing God is a two way street. ...
5 Ways to Stay Motivated When Memorizing Scripture
Memorizing large passages of scripture can be a big task, and many people can lose their motivation. But we need to remember that the National Bible Bee Competition is more than just a competition; we are hiding God’s word in us. Psalm 119:11 says: “Thy word have I...