Joshua – Spying Out the Land
Joshua takes to heart God's encouraging words. (See "Joshua - Be Strong and Courageous") His first task is to send two spies into Jericho to check things out. (Remember, Joshua…
Joshua takes to heart God's encouraging words. (See "Joshua - Be Strong and Courageous") His first task is to send two spies into Jericho to check things out. (Remember, Joshua…
Recently, I wrote a note to my graduating grandson. I was inspired to encourage him to study the book of Joshua with God's words as a his motto: "Be strong…
My husband, Jim, and I had an active life being in the spotlight as soloists and church leaders. but when Jim moved to a denominational position, we also moved to…
I know, I know, we often say "doubting Thomas" because Thomas was not present when Jesus appeared to the disciples just after Jesus was resurrected. Though the eleven witnesses reported…
We are still near the Jordan River where John the Baptist has been baptizing and calling listeners to repentance. When Andrew and John (Peter's brother) see the Baptist nod toward…
Now, as promised, we explore other disciples. What do we know about Andrew? Very little. Let's start with what we do know. He's often referred to as Peter's brother. Isn't…
Perhaps when you were young, you learned the little tune that named the twelve disciples. If not, or if you've forgotten it, Matthew, Mark, and Luke give us a list,…
I'm looking out at the clear blue sky and bright sun as it shines over the waters in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The sun rays are creating a myriad of sparkling…
Years ago, when the Lord called me to write, I was engaged in a group Bible study of the gospel of Matthew. As I read each lesson, I found myself…
David is still moving from one hiding place to another. (See David, on the Run) Such a task to keep 400 men together, yet hidden. All the while, both Israelite…