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Archaeology

The Bible’s portrayal of the Neo-Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar is an interesting one. From the perspective of the people living in Judah and Jerusalem, he was a fearsome and war-savvy enemy to whom the prophets of God said they must bow, one way or the other.

Understanding Balaam, Part II

Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

Understanding Balaam, Part II —
Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

3 years ago in

Archaeology

I wanted to take some time to continue looking at the pagan prophet and diviner Balaam. On a previous article we’ve investigated the meaning of his story as recorded in Numbers 22-24 and Numbers 31. How it seems as though God was giving Balaam a

On King Asa

A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

On King Asa —
A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

3 years ago in

Biography

Today, I’d like to take a bit of a closer look at Asa the king of Judah whose reign is recorded in 2 Chronicles 14-16. Overall, Asa was a pretty good king who followed God. He didn’t lead Judah into idolatry or apostasy, so he

Understanding Balaam, Part I

What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

Understanding Balaam, Part I —
What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

3 years ago in

Biography

The main account of Balaam in the Bible is recorded in Numbers 22-24, then his alternate curse-Israel plan, and his death are recorded in Numbers 31 during Israel’s war with Midian. Throughout the Bible, Balaam’s life and death are used as an example of God’s

The Death of Saul

The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

The Death of Saul —
The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

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Biography

By the time the reader has reached 1 Samuel 31, we’ve witnessed a horrific change in Saul’s character. He has gone from an unknown Israelite from the dishonoured tribe of Benjamin to a man called and anointed by God to become Israel’s first king––and a

Anointing Saul

The incredible irony of King Saul's life

Anointing Saul —
The incredible irony of King Saul's life

3 years ago in

Biography

The Biblical figure of Saul, son of Kish, marks a major transition for the nation of Israel, who at the time, had been existing under the leadership of Samuel, acting priest and judge. Samuel, with his distinctly providential birth and continued dedication to God had

James, Brother of Jesus

A brief biography on James the Just.

James, Brother of Jesus —
A brief biography on James the Just.

3 years ago in

Biography

One of the most surprising early figure heads of the Christian Church was James the brother of Jesus. Early in Christian history he was nicknamed “James the Just” to differentiate him from James the apostle of Christ, and the many other James that existed at

On Ezekiel

A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

On Ezekiel —
A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

4 years ago in

Biography

The prophet Ezekiel has left us with forty-eight chapters of his authored prophecies in the book of Ezekiel. This Biblical book contains visions, prophetic actions, divine intervention, and direct, specific, dated prophecies. It seems that for Ezekiel, it was important that future generations would be

The Queen of the South

Who was the Queen of Sheba?

The Queen of the South —
Who was the Queen of Sheba?

4 years ago in

Biography

Soon after Solomon was appointed king of Israel, God blessed him with such great wisdom and prosperity that he became world renowned. Even the famous but mysterious historical figure known to us only as the Queen of Sheba (or the Queen of the South) came

David’s Final Hours

A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

David’s Final Hours —
A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

4 years ago in

Biography

Since the early years of his life, David had proven to be a great military champion with great vigor and energy, even defeating the mighty Philistine giant Goliath. However, many years later in 2 Samuel 21 we see the beginning stages of his physical decline.

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Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

Understanding Balaam, Part II —
Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

On King Asa —
A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

Understanding Balaam, Part I —
What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

The Death of Saul —
The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

The incredible irony of King Saul's life

Anointing Saul —
The incredible irony of King Saul's life

The incredible irony of King Saul's life

A brief biography on James the Just.

James, Brother of Jesus —
A brief biography on James the Just.

A brief biography on James the Just.

A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

On Ezekiel —
A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

Who was the Queen of Sheba?

The Queen of the South —
Who was the Queen of Sheba?

Who was the Queen of Sheba?

A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

David’s Final Hours —
A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

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Biography

Brief bio on the most famous king of the Neo-Babylonian Empire

Archaeological evidence for Balaam son of Beor at Dier ‘Alla

A 2,800-year-old life lesson from the king of Judah

What’s the point of the donkey speaking to Balaam? Why would Balak send for Balaam in the first place? Plus more.

The deeper meaning of King Saul's death

The incredible irony of King Saul's life

A brief biography on James the Just.

A quick look at a prophet, priest, and book.

Who was the Queen of Sheba?

A brief review of the last few years of David’s life.

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