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Features a variety of perspectives, letters, and journal entries on theology, Christian living and contemporary culture ––– ranging from casual and thought-provoking blogs on current events to expository teachings for personal reflection and application.

Proverbs & Beyond —

Exploring proverbial sayings , prophetic oracles, and other wisdom in the Old Testament.

Proverbs & Beyond —

Exploring proverbial sayings , prophetic oracles, and other wisdom in the Old Testament.

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The word “proverb,” from which the Book of Proverbs derives its name, is a translation of the Hebrew māšāl (pronounced maw-shawl’). Put simply, māšāl or “Proverbs are simple, moral statements (or illustrations) that highlight and teach fundamental realities about life.” While the Book of Proverbs
The Mystery of Esther & the Dead Sea Scrolls Explained —

Why is the book of Esther missing from the Dead Sea Scrolls?

The Mystery of Esther & the Dead Sea Scrolls Explained —

Why is the book of Esther missing from the Dead Sea Scrolls?

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The book of Esther belongs to the time period of the Persian Empire, along with Ezra, Nehemiah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Daniel, representing the last portions of history recorded in the Old Testament. It is a strange fact that while the book can be seen as
The Royal Law —

The Greatest Commandment made flesh: How God became neighbour to redeem our nature.

The Royal Law —

The Greatest Commandment made flesh: How God became neighbour to redeem our nature.

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Of all 613 laws prescribed in the Old Covenant, which one is most important? Many Christians today will tell you that the Ten Commandments are the most important. But when Christ was asked this question, He did not mention them directly––He implied them. Instead, He
Foreshadowing Babylon —

How the destruction of Sodom is a prophetic warning of the end.

Foreshadowing Babylon —

How the destruction of Sodom is a prophetic warning of the end.

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The story of Sodom and Gomorrah has enraptured listeners for millennia. God’s cataclysmic judgment against these very wicked sister cities has been a generational warning flare to repent. It puts on full display what happens when God’s intolerance for iniquity reaches its full measure. But