Setting The Stage
Really? This is the only place in the Bible where the visit of these foreign star-gazers is recorded. Contrary to the lyrics of the popular Christmas carol, this passage presents […]
Really? This is the only place in the Bible where the visit of these foreign star-gazers is recorded. Contrary to the lyrics of the popular Christmas carol, this passage presents […]
When pride comes, then comes disgrace, BUT with humility comes wisdom. (Prov. 11:2)
There’s nothing like being the youngest in a large family. I speak from experience. My older siblings often made sport of picking on me. They never sold me to a […]
Nothing happens by chance The second chapter of Matthew begins with the story of Jesus birth in Bethlehem, during the time of King Herod. Elsewhere, Luke records that Joseph and […]
Lazy hands make a man poor, BUT diligent hands bring wealth. (Prov. 10:4)
This passage is ‘chock full o’ buts.’ In Psalm 73 the psalmist begins with the assertion that God is good to Israel. Well, of course he would say that; he’s Asaph, […]
But wait! There’s more! A glance through the genealogy in chapter one will reveal an oddity for Jewish genealogies of the time period: there are women on the list. A […]
It was Friday August 19th. I’ll never forget the telephone call. “Is this Darin? Son, you need to go home. Your mom needs you.” I didn’t recognize the voice on the other […]
He mocks proud mockers BUT gives grace to the humble. (Prov. 3:34)
More Buts About It Joseph and Mary’s engagement took a reality television show turn: “‘Betrothed and pregnant! She says the baby is God’s!’ Next time on Tyra!” His soon-to-be wife […]