Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Ruth and Naomi. In a Curating Your Book Library segment I sttrongly commend Tony Reinke's wonderful book, God, Technology and the Christian Life. Plus, Good News considers Jesus noting the workers for the harvest are few, and finally, confess our embarrassment over God's wrath.

Today Lisa and I begin a conversation on God's grace in the lives of Ruth and Naomi. I consider the blessing of persecution in light of Jaden Ivey's release by the Chicago Bulls. I remember weird curricula in schools in the 70s and explore the importance of Paul's epistolary introductions.

Lisa and I discuss the "ministry" of Jael in driving a tent peg into Sisera's head. Plus, the glory of revealing our shame, how we ought to expose our failures to reveal His grace. We seek, once again, ministry partners, and finally, rejoice in the reversal wrought by our Lord's resurrection.

Lisa and I discuss the remarkable prophetess and judge in Isarel, Deborah. I consider the awkwardness of unwritten rules when it comes to paying workers. I give a summary of the ministry and message of the prophet Daniel and conclude by reminding us that we are to look through His good gifts to Him, the Giver.

Lisa and I continue our look at women in the Bible, today exploring the redemption story of Rahab. In light of the war in Iran I remind us how and why the Broken Window Fallacy is indeed a fallacy. Our Good News segment looks at the woman who touched Jesus' cloak and the little girl Jesus raised from the dead. Finally, the destructive reality of ingratitude, in the world and in the church.

Lisa and I discuss the grace in the life of Miriam. I consider the Iran War, Just War Theory and the limits of the Commander-in-Chief. Plus, the flying toys of the 1970s and how Spurgeon was a model of Calvinist fidelity.

Lisa and I speak about our church, Sovereign Grace Fellowship, and our plans for the future. I consider the state of the church in our day, and seek out ministry partners. Finally, how to better see Christ in His bride.

Lisa and I discuss the faith and courage of Moses' mothers. I consider how tariff threats have brought down tariffs, explore the life and minisry of Ezekiel and cover how the hunger for power animates fights among believers.

I give thanks for the manifold blessings of my wife. I consider the need for peace in the face of cultural uncertainty, explore Jesus' teaching on why His disciples did not fast and explain the glory and beaut of the communion of the saints.

Lisa and I discuss Rachel and Leah, drawing insight from our new mom sister ewes. Then, Iran, just war, and "national interests." In That 70s Kid we remember foods we ate then but rarely eat now. Finally, the folly of Israel's failure to finish the job in the Promised Land.