Old Testament People
Be Fruitful, Multiply-and Expect Opposition
Although being fruitful and multiplying is a good thing…
Suffering and Exploitation in Revelation
Does Revelation have any relevance for today? Among the…
Joseph Reveals Himself to His Brothers
Joseph had been “controlling” himself since Genesis 43:31,…
The Test – Have Joseph’s Brothers Changed?
Joseph orders his household manager to return his brothers’…
Jacob’s Wives Agree with His Plan
In Jacob’s culture, husbands held the final say. Further,…
God reaffirms his promise to Jacob
Fulfilling God’s promise Sometimes in roundabout ways that I…
The Accusation of Potiphar’s Wife
Years ago it looked as if my life and ministry were over on…
Facing the Past: Preparing for Esau’s Wrath
God’s Protection Rebekah had promised to call Jacob when his…
Challenging sexual double standards: Judah vs. Joseph
Judah’s voluntary sexual misbehavior contrasts starkly with…
Understanding The Context of Judah’s Punishment in Genesis 38
Understanding the context of Biblical passages is key to…
Women and Gentiles in Matthew’s Genealogy
Matthew highlights the diverse elements in Jesus’…
Joseph Lavishly Welcomes His Family
Joseph realizes that his brothers are genuinely sorry for…
Jacob Blesses His Sons: Some Observations – Genesis 49
Jacob has great faith and blesses his sons with confidence…
Faith No Matter What The Cost – Genesis 22
Abraham offers a great model of faith. He followed God’s…
Thoughts About The First Five Commandments – Exodus 20:1-12
The first few commandments of the Ten Commandments teach us…
The Unexpected Deliverer – Exodus 2
Often we wonder why God does not seem to be answering our…