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From The Outset
The Big But In answering evil’s invitation to satisfy his appetite by snapping up some bread, Jesus quotes Moses from the ancient scriptures in answering the temptation: Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God. Jesus’ used the word but here to slam the door… Continue reading
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Proverbs But ‘O The Week
A fool spurns his father’s discipline, BUT whoever heeds correction shows prudence. (Proverbs 15:4) Continue reading
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Proverbs But ‘O The Week
The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life, BUT a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. (Prov. 15:4) Continue reading
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Proverbs But ‘O The Week
The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, BUT the mouth of the fool gushes folly. (Prov. 15:2) Continue reading
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But Seventy Times Seven
Seven is often referred to as the number of perfection in the Bible. It’s said to represent completeness. And in simple human terms, forgiving someone of a repeated offense seven times seems way beyond gracious. Peter’s inquiry of Jesus in Matthew 18:21—‘shall I forgive seven times?’ feels like a lofty aim. Peter appears ready to go the extra mile—another of… Continue reading
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Proverbs But ‘O The Week
A soft answer turns away wrath, BUT a harsh word stirs up anger. (Proverbs 15:1) Continue reading
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But Why?
Recently a friend of mine learned she cannot have a child. I know that she would be a great mom. Not long ago I met a child who was sold into prostitution by her own mother at the age of seven. Now I ask you, wouldn’t things have been better off (and wouldn’t children have been better served) if God had allowed my friend to… Continue reading
Darin Michael Shaw
In addition to being the world’s foremost expert on the conjunction but, author and freelance writer Darin Michael Shaw (he/him/his) identifies as a post-evangelical, free-range Jesus Freak, taking Jesus seriously when he says, “Follow me,” while inviting others to come and see for yourself.
Big Buts of the Bible 