Tis the season! We recently commemorated the Jewish Festival of Lights (Hanukkah), and as believers, we know that Jesus Himself is the Light of the World (John 8:12, John 9:5). Our sights now turn toward Christmas and the celebration of the birth of our Savior who is Christ the Lord. But let’s get practical for …
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Ok gang, what do you think when you hear “West Bank?” Border walls? Terrorists? Danger? Well, while there is a degree of each of those, I want you to have a better understanding of the West Bank! If you are a student of the Bible, you know that a great many of our Bible heros …
Awake, awake, put on your strength, O Zion; put on your beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city; for there shall no more come into you the uncircumcised and the unclean. Shake yourself from the dust and arise; be seated, O Jerusalem; loose the bonds from your neck, O captive daughter of Zion. ~Isaiah 52:1-2 …
During the summer I spent considerable time studying the kings of Israel and was reminded that Israel had only a few righteous kings. One stands out above the rest in righteousness, and his name was Josiah. At a time when Israel was divided and in great need of leadership, God raised up Josiah to be …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 