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Picture of author Stephen De La Vega, man standing in front of foliage wearing a purple shirt and black and white neck tieStephen has enjoyed teaching biblical truth over the past few decades.  He began leading a Bible study at work in 2010.  Some members were well learned and faithful teachers themselves, so Stephen quickly realized that what he knew intellectually was not as important as how the Holy Spirit directed him to lead discussions.
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Stephen believes, “God’s Word should be central to every study because it is the unquestionable and authoritative source of truth, and it is reliable to stir and improve the hearts of those who seek Him with humility.  Bible studies are God’s studies and good leaders allow God to teach through the Holy Spirit.”  He hopes his books and blog will be used by leaders who let God do the teaching and by Christians with the humility to allow God to lead them.
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Stephen and his wife have three sons and live in California.



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