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Women of the Bible – Rachel
Rachel Her name means: “Ewe” Her character: Manipulated by her father, she had little say over her own life circumstances and relationships. But rather than dealing creatively with a difficult situation, Rachel behaved like a perpetual victim, responding to sin with yet more sin, making things worse by competing withRead More …
Isaac
Isaac His name means: “He Laughs” His work: Isaac was an accomplished farmer and herdsman. His character: The only son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac at a young age witnessed, through the faithfulness of his father, the meaning of obedience. He was gentle and hardworking. His sorrow: As an oldRead More …
The Love Chapter: Paul describes the highest spiritual gift of all
The Love Chapter: Paul describes the highest spiritual gift of all 1 Corinthians 13 1 Corinthians 13:2 If I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. During one of the most stressful times of his career, Paul makes his first visit toRead More …
Women of the Bible – Rebekah
Rebekah Her name means: “Loop” or “Tie” Her character: Hardworking and generous, her faith was so great that she left her home forever to marry a man she had never seen or met. Yet she played favorites with her sons and failed to trust God fully for the promise heRead More …
Abraham
Abraham His name means: “Father of a Multitude” His work: A tender of livestock. His character: Abraham was a man of faith who followed God even in the most challenging of circumstances. His sorrow: At times Abraham compromised God’s instructions. His triumph: Abraham obeyed God, and God blessed him withRead More …
One Final Meal Together: The longest night of Jesus’ life
One Final Meal Together: The longest night of Jesus’ life John 14 John 14:27 “Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John devotes one-third of his book to the 24-hour period immediately preceding Jesus’ death. Chapters 13—17 describe one of the scenes from that longRead More …
Women of the Bible – Lot’s Wife
Lot’s Wife Her character: She was a prosperous woman who may have been more attached to the good life than was good for her. Though there is no indication she participated in the sin of Sodom, her story implies she had learned to tolerate it and that her heart hadRead More …
Noah
Noah His name means: “To Rest” His work: We don’t know what Noah did for a living before he heard from God, but following that encounter, he became an accomplished carpenter. His character: Noah was a righteous man, obedient and faithful. His sorrow: In spite of his admonitions and warnings,Read More …
Remedy: A cure for a universal sickness
Remedy: A cure for a universal sickness Romans 3 Romans 3:22 This righteousness is given through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. Throughout his arduous and adventurous life, the apostle Paul has kept one career goal constantly before him: a visit to Rome. In Paul’s day, Rome standsRead More …
Women of the Bible – Hagar
Hagar Her name means: “Fugitive” or “Immigrant” Her character: A foreigner and slave, Hagar let pride overtake her when she became Abraham’s wife. A lonely woman with few resources, she suffered harsh punishment for her mistake. She obeyed God’s voice as soon as she heard it and was given aRead More …
D5 Creation