Discovering Reality: Poor in Spirit
The beatitudes of Jesus taught in the 5th chapter of Matthew are short statements that have a profound depth of meaning and significance to those who desire to grow in Christ. They are paradoxical.
The Art of Biblical Manliness
Recently, there has been a revival of sorts regarding all kinds of things which one might call “manly”. But, what is biblical manliness?
Introduction to the Beatitudes
Jesus was in Galilee early in his three years of ministry proclaiming the exciting news of the Kingdom of God. He had already called Peter, Andrew, James, and John to be his spiritual apprentices [...]
Sons of Encouragement – Book Series Review
Francine Rivers put together a wonderful series of novellas that cause us to think about people who were not the main characters in the familiar stories in the Bible.
Chronicles of the Kings – Book Series Review
Lynn Austin's series masterfully brings to life things that we read about in the Old Testament to help us understand the culture & the struggles of a monotheistic nation.
Biblical Historical Fiction
My new favorite genre is biblical historical fiction. Years ago my introduction was a children’s book by Elizabeth George Speare, The Bronze Bow, which I believe was her only work in this genre. [...]
Western Thinking vs Eastern Thinking
When I started my journey toward discipleship, I was introduced to a teacher named Ray Vander Laan. He came at the Bible from a very different perspective. The statement he made that kept playing [...]
What Am I Missing?
Recently I received a text from a dear friend. She had been doing some Bible study and was looking for feedback that would help her strengthen her faith. Actually, I think she was looking for [...]