A Look at Ancient Shiloh – Israel’s First Capital

Did you know Jerusalem has not always been the capital of Israel?  Indeed, when the Israelites came into the land, Shiloh became the first center of worship before the first Temple was built in Jerusalem. (1 Samuel 1, Joshua 18, Judges 21 for example) Want to get a modern-day peek at the newly excavated Shiloh?  …

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BREAKING: Cyber Attack Launched against the US

News is breaking regarding a potentially significant Russian cyber attack against the United States in retaliation for the US-led strikes in Syria over the weekend.  Reports vary somewhat regarding the severity, so I won't speculate at this point.  However, it seems fairly apparent that an attack has almost certainly taken place. More to come, but …

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Afterthoughts: The US-led Attack on Syrian Chemical Weapons Facilities

Questions about the US-led attacks in Syria are swirling, so let's approach them the appropriate way: by viewing them through the lens of Scripture. What led up to the American-led attack? In brief, President Bashar al-Assad of Syria is opposed by rebel groups who have suffered under his tyrannical reign.  Thus, to rid himself of …

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Do You have a Hero?

Happy Lord's Day everyone! I am going slightly off topic today...though it is still relevant.  As action in the Middle East heats up and America has vowed to take action (perhaps they already have by now!), I am reminded of the brave men and women in uniform sworn to protect and defend us.  Those are …

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