Dueteronomy 6 contains a famous passage called the “Shema,” which begins “Hear, O Israel . . .” The “hear” part is “shema” in Hebrew. It’s a call to “listen up,” because Moses is about to drop some serious truth. The entire passage that follows is jam packed with great advice for the person attempting to […]
Read more "A Few Thoughts on the “Shema”"Several passages in the Old Testament depict God as showing up in an unusual, seemingly tangible, way. Whether it be the burning bush, Melchizedek, or a whirlwind, the same question arises: what are we to think of these phenomena? Do these passages conflict with other biblical statements made about the Lord, such as “No one […]
Read more "Thoughts on Theophanies: Augustine’s Take on Old Testament God Appearances"After God brings the Israelites across the Red Sea on dry ground, he leads them in the direction of the Promised Land. He had planned for them to stop in the Sinai region on the way there, so that he could have a special meeting with them in which they would receive the Law. Moses […]
Read more "The Surprising Appeal of Golden Calves"This reading and study plan has been designed specifically for the families of the teens who attend Lighthouse Church’s youth group. However, all are welcome to use and share it. It is meant to join parents and children together in the enjoying of God’s Word. The reading demand is quite light: only one chapter per […]
Read more "Old Testament Reading & Study Plan for Families: April 2016"Our last takeaway from the life of Joseph comes after he’s become a big wig in Egypt. The famine has been pummeling the region for a few years, and Jacob sends his boys down to Egypt to buy grain. This scenario has the potential for major drama. The sons sold Joseph as a slave many […]
Read more "Seeing the Eternal with Joseph"The famous story of Jacob’s son Joseph, as recorded in Genesis 37-50, tells the tale of a man subjected to great suffering, who at the same time is the recipient of unfathomable earthly blessing. Through it all, he maintains a reverent, worshipful attitude toward the God of his fathers. One takeaway from his life comes […]
Read more "Changing the Atmosphere with Joseph"This reading and study plan has been designed specifically for the families of the teens who attend Lighthouse Church’s youth group. However, all are welcome to use and share it. It is meant to join parents and children together in the enjoying of God’s Word. The reading demand is quite light: only one chapter per […]
Read more "Old Testament Reading & Study Plan for Families: March 2016"This post has been written for parents of church-going children, particularly teens. As a youth pastor, I am charged with facilitating the spiritual growth of the middle and high-schoolers in our congregation. Some would describe the task of a youth pastor differently, that he is responsible for discipling the young people of his church. Others, […]
Read more "3 Musts for Parents of Church-Going Children"This reading and study plan has been designed specifically for the families of the teens who attend Lighthouse Church’s youth group. However, all are welcome to use and share it. It is meant to join parents and children together in the enjoying of God’s Word. The reading demand is quite light: only one chapter per […]
Read more "Old Testament Reading & Study Plan for Families: February 2016"Several passages in the Old Testament depict God as showing up in an unusual, seemingly tangible, way. Whether it be the burning bush, Melchizedek, or a whirlwind, the same question arises: what are we to think of these phenomena? Do these passages conflict with other biblical statements made about the Lord, such as “No one […]
Read more "Thoughts on Theophanies: Origen’s Take on Old Testament God Appearances"
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