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Make the Ancients Live Again
We love our Bible study, and we all want to get to the part where we ask how something applies to our life. But invest some time in understanding the historical setting of a book. You might be amazed at the color, crackle, and relevance it brings. Take for instance the Rome of Paul’s day. In order to understand
A Classic for Easter Weekend
This week 2,000 years ago, the disciples of Jesus went from elated to the very dregs of depression. From their limited view, things just kept getting worse and worse, all the way through Saturday. Remember to gather with Christians
The Scriptures Remain
Let’s visit the wardrobe closet of someone who hasn’t gotten an update since the seventies. Platform shoes (there must be half a tree in those heels). Bell bottoms (a pair of pants that decided to be a dress
The Scriptures Command
In the very first conversation Satan ever had with a human being, he promised there would be no consequences from disobeying the word of God. Much to the contrary, he promised some pretty great benefits. “You will be like
The Scriptures Invite
You finally made it to that high-end restaurant. You open the menu, and it is remarkably plain—nothing more than text on a blank background. There are only eight menu items listed, beginning with Mahi-Mahi…58. For those accustomed to
The Scriptures Describe
A woman shopping for jewelry told the counter clerk she was interested in buying a crucifix. The clerk reached into the case, retrieved a small golden one, and handed it to her. The woman asked the clerk, “Can I
You Signed Up for the Struggle of the Ages
Years ago the nightly news featured a woman who wanted to sue the government. She had enlisted in the Army Reserves and ended up being sent to a hazardous area. “When I joined the military,” she said, “Nobody ever