Joshua – Keep Walking
Joshua has explained at least day one to the people. (See "Joshua - The Plan") So they are ready to walk all the way around the walled city of Jericho.…
Joshua – The Plan
Now we begin probably your favorite part of Joshua's calling—conquering the walls of Jericho. Joshua had begun to scout out the nearest Canaanite stronghold—Jericho. As he goes, he is confronted…
Joshua – New ways
The children of Israel have built their stone memorial to remember the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River. They have settled in Gilgal, which interestingly enough means "circle of stones." (See "Joshua…
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 – Be Strong and Courageous
Moses died at age 150, but before he died, he climbed Mt. Nebo and God showed him a view of the Promised Land. Obviously, the people wept and mourned the passing…
Joshua, the Greatest Preparation
We caught a glimpse of Joshua last week and actions God used to prepare this young man for greater challenges ahead. (See Joshua - Preparation) Battles in the desert were…
Joshua – Preparation
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…
The Pandemic
So many have had their say on our current dilemma. I'll chime in from my little corner of the world. It seems surreal in a way how within just four…
David, on the Run!
When someone throws a spear at you while you're quietly playing the harp for him, you know it's time to run. (See, Watch Out, David!) Saul decides to send men…
Slaying Our Giants
At last we see that... David triumphed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him.…