The Book of Judges is a book about the increasing misery and disaster that overcomes God's people when they refuse to worship Him faithfully in the promised land. It's also about heroes. Heroes who died. Judges is an adventure story. It has plot, drama, betrayal, violence, … [Read more...] about #12 Heroes Who Died – OT Survey
Fellowship
Fellowship with other believers is a wonderful thing. In coming together we find comfort, strength, spiritual growth, humility, and joy. We find a home away from home in our travels and rest from our labour among friends. All of which is grounded, and contingent upon walking … [Read more...] about Fellowship
#11 Worship and Warfare – OT Survey
After 40 years of wandering in the wilderness, Israel finds itself encamped on the plains of Moab. It is here that Israel will again prepare to take Canaan. Old Israel has died in the wilderness but a new generation has been raised up to take the land. But first, Moses sits … [Read more...] about #11 Worship and Warfare – OT Survey
Plant and Build
Jesus was non-compliant. He did not live His life along the lines drawn by the religious leaders or even the civil leaders of His day. He lived His life along the lines laid out for Him by God and taught His disciples to do likewise. This did not require rebellion. It required … [Read more...] about Plant and Build
#10 The Obedience of Faith – OT Survey
Israel's journey through the wilderness is a journey to a New Eden, A land of milk and honey. Wilderness and land are contrasted throughout the Bible. The wilderness is a place of testing, famine, exile, and death. The land is a place of water, food, prosperity, and life. In … [Read more...] about #10 The Obedience of Faith – OT Survey