Nimrod, or “Nim,” is a chihuahua who usually speaks before he thinks, often resulting in hilarious opinions.
Nim wonders why there are so many numbers in the Bible. Con helps him do the math. #bible #iamachristian #prophecy #heaven
↓ Transcript Nim: Con, why are there so many numbers in the Bible?
Con: Well, some people think the numbers hold keys to a better understanding of the Bible.
Con: Others think they relate to events that make sense of prophecy after the fact.
Con: Why do you ask?
Nim: I wanted to make sure there's not a math test to get into Heaven.
The test to get into Heaven is only one sentence: Do you accept Jesus Christ as your savior?
Nim continues his #Bible reading and gets to 1 Chronicles, which has a long list describing the lineage of #Jesus and the “begats.” #readthebible #biblestudy #biblereading #bibleverse
↓ Transcript Nim: I'm still reading the Bible cover to cover.
Nim: I've really been enjoying it.
Nim: But last night, I got to 1 Chronicles and all the "begats."
Con: And?
Nim: It begat a good night's sleep!
The "begats" of 1 Chronicles and Matthew are important to show the family lineage of Christ.
Nim’s reading the Bible cover to cover as part of his Bible In One Year plan. #bible #biblestudy #bibleverse #readthebible #christian #christianart
↓ Transcript Nim: I'm reading my Bible cover to cover.
Abby: How's that going?
Nim: I think it needs a car chase.
Abby: They didn't have cars back then.
Nim: And a handsome British agent to save the day.
Abby: (Oh brother).
Abby: I see you've been watching James Bond movies again.
Nim: I've got the title: "Live & Let Die & Live Again."
The Bible is full of exciting stories, but there aren't any car chase scenes!
Nim learns that Proverbs 1:7 tells us where true knowledge comes from. #fearofgod #lovinggod #bible #proverbs
↓ Transcript Abby: Solomon was the wisest man in the old testament.
Nim: People sometimes tell me I'm wise.
Nim: Why, just yesterday, Con told me I was a real "wise guy."
Abby: That's not the same kind of wisdom, Nim.
Nim: Well, I should hope not.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of true knowledge - Proverbs 1:7
Nim continues his quest in #prayer for God to change his #badhabits. Today he wants better focus.
↓ Transcript Nim: I've been praying for God to change the way I behave.
Con: Like what?
Nim: Like staying focused on thing at a ti...HEY, A SQUIRREL!
Con: I'd keep praying if I were you.
Nim: I love squid...LOOK, A BIRD!
God will help us change anything about ourselves that we don't like.
Nim prays for improvement in his life by asking God to help him become a better listener. #pray #prayer #homeschool #selfimprovement
↓ Transcript Con: So you've been praying that God would change your bad habits?
Nim: Yeah.
Con: You should pray for God to make you listen to other people more.
Nim: Yeah, I know. People always say, "Nim, you never listen."
Nim: At least I think that's what they say. I'm not always paying close attention.
You can learn a lot more about God and yourself if you listen to others.
Nim says he wants more involvement in his church and prays for God to help him. But maybe he’s not doing what God tells him. #church #prayer #apathy
Nim tells Abby that’s he’s been doing well in his Christian walk with God for the day and praying to be a good Christian.
↓ Transcript Nim: I started off the day doing really well in my walk with God.
Nim: I didn't gossip, complain, fib, get mad, be greedy or do any of the things I've been trying to change.
Abby: That's great. Then what happened?
Nim: The alarm went off and I had to get out of bed.
Sometimes it's hard to do what you know is right, but it's always worth trying.
Nim tells us about Matthew 19:26 and how he knows he can trust that “With God all things are possible.”
↓ Transcript Nim: Today might be the day I'll fight off pirates!
Nim: Or battle space aliens!
Nim: But whatever battle I have to face...God will be on my side.
Nim: He's kind of my secret weapon.
"With God, all things are possible." - Matthew 19:26
Nim tells Con he can walk on water just like Jesus. Con is skeptical, but Nim’s tricky in what he’s talking about.
↓ Transcript Nim: I walked on water today!
Con: NO YOU DID NOT!!!
Con: Only Jesus can walk on water! Peter walked with him for a moment, but he used Christ's power to do it! It's one of the most important miracles in the Bible!
Con: I don't believe you. Where did you do this alleged "Walking on water??"
Nim: The ice rink at the mall.
You can read about Jesus walking on water in Matthew 14:22-33 , Mark 6:45-52 & John 6:16-21 .