The Latest at A Symphony of Praise

Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

W.O.R.D. Part Four. Declaring God’s Word.

In 2017, I wrote the W.O.R.D. Bible study method to help you dig deeper into the Word of God. In this Four-Part Series, we are breaking down each part of the W.O.R.D. method to give you a better understanding of how you can get the most out of your Bible study time. Bible Study doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. Learn how to make your Quiet Time with the Lord life-changing.

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

W.O.R.D. Part Three: Making the Word Relevant.

In 2017, I wrote the W.O.R.D. Bible study method to help you dig deeper into the Word of God. In this Four-Part Series, we are breaking down each part of the W.O.R.D. method to give you a better understanding of how you can get the most out of your Bible study time. Bible Study doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. Learn how to make your Quiet Time with the Lord life-changing.

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

W.O.R.D. Part Two: Observe the Word.

In 2017, I wrote the W.O.R.D. Bible study method to help you dig deeper into the Word of God. In this Four-Part Series, we are breaking down each part of the W.O.R.D. method to give you a better understanding of how you can get the most out of your Bible study time. Bible Study doesn’t have to be complicated or boring. Learn how to make your Quiet Time with the Lord life-changing.

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

W.O.R.D. Part One: Write the Word.

In 2017, I created the W.O.R.D. Bible study method to help you explore the Bible more deeply. In this Four-Part Series, we will explain each part of the W.O.R.D. method to enhance your Bible study experience. Bible study can be simple and engaging. Discover how to make your Quiet Time with the Lord transformative.

Read More
Life as Worship Erika Bain Life as Worship Erika Bain

Please stop calling yourself A HOT MESS!

Hey Girl - Here’s a piece of advice for you . . . You are NOT a hot mess. Stop saying it. Stop buying T-Shirts and coffee mugs quoting it. Stop telling your friends and family that you are “just a hot mess”. You are speaking a lie over yourself. Girl, you are NOT a hot mess, you are God’s Best! Join us for this quick, simple, and easy to understand devotion on Ephesians 2:10 as we study God’s Word, apply what we’ve learned to our lives, and live out His Word with joy!

Read More
Creativity As Worship Erika Bain Creativity As Worship Erika Bain

Does God Take Center Stage?

I grew up on the stage. As an actress, one of my favorite parts of the theater is standing off stage in the wings, watching the actors on stage. As I wait my turn, I delight in watching whoever I am performing with sing, dance, and act. When my cue is given, I enter the stage and it is my turn. And while that’s fine for the stage, isn’t that the way we treat God sometimes? Join us for this quick, simple, and easy to understand devotion as we study God’s Word, apply what we’ve learned to our lives, and live out His Word with joy!

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

What Is the "Fear of the Lord"?

What is THE FEAR OF THE LORD? We’ve been taught that we have to have it, but are we supposed to be terrified of God? That’s how I was taught - that to fear the Lord meant to be afraid of Him. It wasn’t until I was older did I understand what the Bible means when it says we must fear the Lord. Join us for this quick, simple, and easy to understand devotion as we study God’s Word, apply what we’ve learned to our lives, and live out His Word with joy!

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

Help . . . I’ve Lost My Hope.

In Isaiah 11:1-2, we find the answer to our hopelessness. We all go through season when we just can’t find our hope. We having nothing to hope for and nothing to hope in. In those seasons as with all times of life, we must turn to the Word of God for our answers. Join us for this quick, simple, and easy to understand devotion as we study God’s Word, apply what we’ve learned to our lives, and live out His Word with joy!

Read More
Erika Bain Erika Bain

How do our Sins become White as Snow?

In Isaiah 1:18-19, the Lord likens our sins to scarlet and crimson. But He also promises that they shall become white as snow like the color of wool. What does all this mean? How do our sins become white as snow? Join us for this quick, simple, and easy to understand devotion as we study God’s Word, apply what we’ve learned to our lives, and live out His Word with joy!

Read More
Faith as Worship Erika Bain Faith as Worship Erika Bain

When There Are Two Paths to Choose. Part 2.

We all come to a fork in the road now and then. Our sin nature pulls us one way and righteousness pulls us the other way. Which path do we choose? The answer seems clear, yet so many of us end up following the ways of the wicked. Join us for a study in Psalm 1 and let's decide once and for all who we are going to serve.

Read More
Life as Worship Erika Bain Life as Worship Erika Bain

Dealing with Grief: Three Steps to Manage the Pain.

Grief cannot be conquered, but it can be managed. There is no timeline when your grief will lift, and you will feel “normal” again. There is no such thing as feeling normal. I’m discovering that you just have to get used to living a “new normal.” Here is a list of three ways that I am managing my grief and sorrow during this time. Perhaps they will help you and give you some insight.

Read More