Exodus 1:1-14 These are the names of the sons of Israel who came to Egypt with Jacob, each with his household: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin, Dan and Naphtali, Gad and Asher. All the descendants of Jacob were seventy persons; Joseph was already in Egypt. Then Joseph…

The opening books of the Bible contain very much more than an inspired history of events that happened thousands of years ago: they are filled with reminders and illustrations of the great doctrines of our faith which are set forth categorically in the New Testament epistles. Thus “ whatsoever things…

In the 1800's, Danish philosopher and theologian Søren Kierkegaard said, “When you read God’s Word, you must constantly be saying to yourself, ‘It is talking to me, and about me.’” You must learn to follow our Savior for yourself, but never follow Him by yourself. Henri Nouwen says. . . . The greatest…

Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, Some may be concerned that affirming others may stir up more pride. This concern is legitimate and this is why we must follow Scripture's prescription in administrating affirmation. However, there is another danger that…