Bible studies, personal reflections, media reviews, and more: "How forcible are right words!" (Job 6:25a)
Texts: Eph. 1:9-11; Col. 1:9-11 The first will (Eph. 1:9-11) we’re entitled and expected to know in this age is God’s purpose for the church in time and eternity. You…
As spring gives way to summer, below are some additional shows and films that I’ve taken in. Lawrence of Arabia (1962). I’ve seen this classic about three times, and it’s…
Books take longer to consume than movies, but here’s a few items from my literary diet to share. Out of the Silent Planet (1938). The first novel in C.S. Lewis’…
This is more of a post for my own records, but I hope that it’s a blessing nonetheless. 2 Sam. 1:27. David was a soldier and the loss of weapons…
The first 16 chapters of Judges describe the transition to this period (ch. 1-2) and the exploits of the judges from Othniel to Samson (Eli and Samuel were the last…
Some brief comments on this topic, which could be longer…and may be later. One of the most noteworthy aspects of King Josiah’s character is his thoroughness. Everything he initiates, he…
For your viewing consideration: The Spy Who Came in from the Cold (1965). Based on the novel by John le Carré, this is an intriguing tale of Cold War espionage…
King Ahab of Israel not only had over 70 sons (2 Kings 10:1) but also a daughter (2 Chron. 21:6), Athaliah , who was as nasty as her mother. In…
In response to one commentator who felt that David was essentially washed out after his grievous fall, I offer this post. I think that this commentator’s statement was not only…
After David brings the ark of the covenant to Jerusalem during his reign, it remains there until the temple is completed, when it is moved to “the most holy place”…
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