The Book of Deuteronomy: Moses’ Final Words to Israel
Deuteronomy brings us to the plains of Moab, where Moses speaks to Israel one last time before the nation crosses the Jordan. I hear…
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What Does the Bible Say About Being a Wife and Mother?
What does it mean to be a biblical wife and mother when so many voices are trying to define a woman's worth? I want…
The Book of Amos: God’s Warning to a Comfortable Nation
Why would God send a prophet to warn Israel when the nation looked prosperous and strong? Amos shows us that comfort can hide deep…
Ephesians 1:4: Chosen Before the Foundation of the World
What does Paul mean when he says that God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world? Ephesians 1:4 is often treated…
Psalm 27: Trusting God When Fear Returns
Psalm 27 begins with one of David’s boldest statements of trust, but the whole psalm is not spoken in the same tone. David moves…
Blessings and Curses: What the Bible Means
Blessing and curse are familiar Bible words, but what does Scripture actually mean by them? A blessing is more than an easy season, and…
The History of the Term Christian
We hear the word Christian so often that it can feel as though it has always been there, but where did the name come…
The Battles at Ai: Why Israel Fell and How God Restored Them
The two battles at Ai raise a question I do not think we should rush past. How did Israel go from the unmistakable victory…
The Parable of the Rich Fool: Jesus’ Warning About Greed
A man asked Jesus to settle an inheritance dispute, and Jesus answered with a warning about covetousness. That may sound like a change of…
Psalm 23: The Lord Is My Shepherd Explained
Psalm 23 is so familiar that it is easy to hear only a few favorite lines. When I read the whole psalm together, the…
Mary of Bethany: Why She Was Always at Jesus’ Feet
Why does Scripture keep showing Mary of Bethany at Jesus' feet? We meet her there while He teaches, when her brother dies, and again…
What Is Idolatry? A Biblical Examination
Idolatry can sound like a sin that belongs to ancient temples, but Scripture brings it much closer to home. What makes a carved image…