The Divisions of Priests in the Old Testament
Lists of priestly divisions can look like administrative details we might pass over on the way to a more familiar passage. But those divisions…
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The Book of Deuteronomy: Moses’ Final Words to Israel
Moses would not lead Israel across the Jordan. His final task was to prepare the people to enter without him, remembering the God who…
Generational Honor in the Household of God
In 1 Timothy 5:1-2, Paul tells Timothy to treat older men as fathers, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, and younger women…
Onesimus in the New Testament: The Gospel and Restoration
Onesimus appears briefly in the New Testament, yet Paul's appeal for him brings the gospel into a difficult relationship. He was returning to Philemon…
The Indwelling of the Holy Spirit: What It Means
The indwelling of the Holy Spirit means that God's Spirit lives in those who belong to Jesus Christ. That promise gives believers reason for…
The History of the Term Christian
The word Christian is familiar enough that we can use it without stopping to consider what we mean. It may describe someone's family background,…
Hannah in the Bible: Prayer, Surrender, and Hope
Hannah's grief was made worse by someone who deliberately used it against her. Peninnah provoked her year after year because she had no children.…
Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim: Blessing and Curse
Mount Gerizim rises south of Shechem’s valley, with Mount Ebal to the north. God appointed Gerizim for the blessing and Ebal for the curse,…
America’s Christian Heritage: A Biblical Examination
I believe America's Christian heritage should be taught with confidence and gratitude. Scripture, churches, and Christian convictions helped shape the nation's understanding of liberty,…
Solomon’s Temple: Why the First Temple Was Built
Solomon's temple was magnificent, but its gold and workmanship do not fully explain why it was built. God gave Israel a place for covenant…
The Priestly Blessing: What Does It Mean?
“The LORD bless you and keep you” asks for far more than pleasant circumstances. God first gave these words to Aaron and his sons…
The Book of Amos: God’s Warning to a Comfortable Nation
Israel looked prosperous when Amos came to warn her. The nation had recovered territory, wealthy households enjoyed comfort, and people continued their religious observances.…