In 1 Samuel 3, the text states that Samuel served under Eli during a time when God's revelations were rarely…
In Judges 8, Gideon was criticized by the men of Ephraim for not including them in the battle against Midian,…
In Judges 6, the Israelites once again sinned against the Lord and were oppressed by the Midianites for seven years.…
Joshua 21 - This statement of God's promises is such an encouragement. Let's take a look back and review some…
Joshua 15 - Joshua 15 details the land allocation for the tribe of Judah, highlighting Caleb's victories in Hebron and…
Joshua 14 - The rest of Joshua slows in pace with the land distribution becoming the focal point. However, we…
Joshua 13 - As you read through the inheritance distributed to the different tribes, you will notice that the Levites…
Joshua 6 - Joshua 6 is one of the most vivid demonstrations of God’s power in the Old Testament. The…
Joshua 5 - There was a series of events that the Lord required of Joshua prior to conquering Jericho. Joshua…
Joshua 1 - The Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years due to a lack of faith and a…
Deuteronomy 34 - So Moses the servant of the LORD died there in the land of Moab, according to the…
Deuteronomy 26 - Once again we enter into an Old Testament story which has significant implications for how we understand…
Ezekiel 13 - Wow! What a relevant topic! For years, false prophets have been stirring up dissension in order to…
Acts 22 - Paul never wastes an opportunity to talk about the Gospel. Whether he's imprisoned, being beaten, being interrogated,…
Lamentations 5 - We don't often think in terms of the comprehensive suffering that Judah endured during exile. It was…
Leviticus 25 - After 7 cycles of the sabbatical years came the 50th, or, Year of Jubilee. It was a…
Leviticus 23 - There are several of these celebrations that were brought into modern-day by Christianity. Passover = Good Friday.…
Leviticus 16 - The goat chosen for Azazel shall be presented alive to the LORD and sent off into the…
Revelation 16 - The continuity of the seals and the trumpets is broken up with the bowls as they move…
Revelation 6 - I grew up in Berne, Indiana which sits directly on top of the continental divide. If you…
Jeremiah 31 - There is a lot going on in this chapter, and it can seem kind of confusing. I…
Jeremiah 9 - Have you ever been torn between sorrow and anger? On one hand, we are incensed at the…
2 Chronicles 5 - There are moments when God shows up in a mighty way and we are simply called…
1 Chronicles 6 - One particular name that sticks out in this chapter is Hilkiah. An unknown to most people,…
Isaiah 61 - Isaiah 61 is such an interesting chapter. In Luke 4, Jesus reads the first two verses of…
Isaiah 44 - "Thus says the LORD, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the LORD of hosts: 'I am…
Isaiah 43 - Should we forget the past or remember it? This is a troubling question. On the surface, it…
Galatians 1 - Just like we see today in the political sphere, Paul was battling against two extreme views within…
Exodus 40 - The glory of God came down and dwelled in the constructed tent. Previously, when God came near…
Exodus 38 - The values are given here for the exact weight of the gold, silver and bronze used in…
Exodus 33 - Perseverance. Can you imagine being Moses? On one hand, he is a spiritual leader for these obstinate…
Exodus 31 - At the end of the chapter, God reminds Israel of the third sign of their covenant -…
Exodus 27 - "You shall charge the sons of Israel, that they bring you clear oil of beaten olives for…
Exodus 19 - When I read how the people trembled with fear at the thunder and lightning, I think about…
Exodus 13 - The way God led was definitely the "road less traveled." The people did not go directly toward…
Matthew 4 - "Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil."…
Matthew 3 - Photo credit: Nelson's New Illustrated Commentary Pictured is the traditionally accepted site (the Jordan River) for the…
1 Samuel 24 - David retreats with his men to the caves of the Wilderness of En Gedi. This was…
2 Kings 3 - The verses here in 2 Kings 3 really put into perspective just how evil Ahab and…
Genesis 49 - What did Jacob's prophecies mean long-term for these sons of Israel? Reuben, you are my firstborn, my…
Genesis 16 - Think about all the stressful situations that Abraham, Sarai, and Hagar now faced from one sinful decision.…
Genesis 6 - What does the text mean when it says the "sons of God" saw the "daughters of men"…
Esther 9 - Historians have long criticized Esther for her decision to eradicate all those who stood against the Jews.…
Malachi 1 - Malachi's ministry would have overlapped with Nehemiah. The temple had been rebuilt (v. 13), and there was…
Zechariah 5 - Even though the Jewish people were brought back to their land, were forgiven of their sins, and…
Amos 4 - My most interesting takeaway from this passage is simply the accountability to which God claims full responsibility…
Hosea 9 - Hosea 9 continues to pound away at our human flesh. God's people had "taken to sin like…
Hosea 2 - Grace and truth. They are the inescapable character traits of God. God is a fair and just…
Daniel 9 - All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for…
1 Corinthians 10 - So many Christians today have fallen into the temptation of obsessing over rights and privileges. What…
Psalm 120 - "The Meshechites were presumably descended from Meshech, a grandson of Noah through Japheth (Gen 10:2; 1Ch 1:5).…
Psalm 107 - But He lifts the needy out of their suffering and makes their families multiply like flocks. 42 …
Psalm 98 - Do we actually praise and worship God for His judgment? Let the sea and all that fills…
Psalm 95 - All worship is not equal. There are many today who bring false worship before the Father. Coming…
Psalm 63 - David is on the run from his son Absolam who has organized a revolt against him. King…
Psalm 29 - In Canaanite poetry, it was believed that Baal was the god of the storm who controlled the…
Mark 9 - We all know the greatest commandment according to Jesus. Here's a refresher... "Love the Lord your God…
Deuteronomy 32 - Look at all the names Moses ascribed to God in one song! the Rock: Deu 31:4; Deu…
Deuteronomy 24 - Just as God showed compassion on you, now you are to show compassion to others. The last…
Deuteronomy 16 - Favoritism. Bribes. Bias. Corruption. Does this not describe our current political climate? God gave specific laws regarding…
Deuteronomy 11 - Remember. Teach. Obey. This is the instruction given to those who were responsible for raising the next…
Deuteronomy 8 - Remember that the LORD your God corrects and punishes you just as parents discipline their children. 6…
Deuteronomy 4 - "No other nation, no matter how great, has a god who is so near when they need…
Deuteronomy 2 - It is a unique time in Israel's history. Moses continues to lead and teach the people even…
Deuteronomy 1 - What should have taken 11 days took 40 years. If you have read the book of Numbers,…
Numbers 33 - At the end of this chapter, there are six verses that give the Israelites specific instructions on…
Numbers 32 - The LORD became angry with the people and made them wander in the wilderness forty years until…
Numbers 27 - Don't gloss over this chapter too quickly or you will miss a moment that is very rare…
Numbers 26 - The census here marks a turning point in Israel's history. The first generation that was delivered from…
Numbers 21 - Take a moment and think about the times in your life that you've been sorry about something.…
Numbers 15 - Nestled in the middle of this chapter is a bizarre story for our modern society. A man…
Numbers 14 - Jumping to conclusions. We do it all the time. I'm guilty of it, and so are you.…
Numbers 11 - Moses needed help, and God responded. The Lord commanded the gathering of 70 men from the elders…
Numbers 10 - Then Moses said to Hobab the son of Reuel the Midianite, Moses' father-in-law, "We are setting out…
Numbers 7 - This chapter is a bit repetitive and long. OK, let's just be honest - it's boring. Each of…
Numbers 2 - You really need a visual for Numbers 2. It describes the arrangement of the camps around the…
Numbers 1 - Lists of names... census figures... what is this all about? The Book of Numbers takes place just…
Luke 11 - Packed into three verses here in the middle of the chapter is an unbelievable amount of depth…
Luke 4 - The entire chapter here in Luke 4 captures the struggle for power and authority. Jesus' temptation, obviously,…
Ezekiel 29 - God would make His punishment very personal for Egypt. Say that this is what the Sovereign LORD…