The Book of Ruth is a little, four chapter book packed with lessons! The lineage of the Messiah comes through Ruth and Boaz, so the book is significant. However, as we read through the book, there is no mention of miracles, nothing about the hand of God moving things, no[…]
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Isaiah 43:1-3 reads: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through the fire you shall not be burned;[…]
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Who remembers their first crush? Do you remember getting ready because you were going to meet that special someone? Can you remember the slightly nervous anticipation? Even just hanging out with your friends, with the slightest possibility that the person might be joining the group that day, was a rush,[…]
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Let’s talk about getting into physical shape for a moment. We can know all the right things to eat; know about intermittent fasting. We can know all the right exercises; know how to balance cardio with strength training, and include HIIT in there as well. We can know everything there[…]
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Let’s step back to start with why does it matter who wrote Genesis, or any book of the Bible for that matter. As we try to study the Bible, we are encouraged not to believe everything written in it; even from pastors, teachers, and scholars. Even many of the Bible[…]
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Deuteronomy 30:19 (ESV) reads: “I call heaven and earth to witness against you today, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live.” While the context of this passage is where God is reviewing His covenant with[…]
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Most of us are good at playing ‘Christian’. We go to church, smile and laugh with those around us; verbalize a few platitudes, nod in agreement about the ills of the world; we sing songs, and even have a few favorites that bring us joy to sing; we may even[…]
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