Aaron's blessing, given by God to Moses in Numbers 6:22-27, says "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his...
Psalm 8 is an exception in Book 1, as it does not pertain specifically to David. Its concern is with all human authority, not only David’s rule. Although God created the entire universe...
You gave them charge of everything you made, putting all things under their authority. Psalm 8:4 At this time of year, many churches focus on stewardship. For sixteen years as pastor of Irvine...
Paul begins by identifying the problem among the Galatians. They “are turning to a different gospel” (Gal. 1:6). This “gospel” requires Gentiles...
Luke’s Gospel begins in a workplace.
Overview: Advent is a time of spiritual preparation, anticipation, looking for God’s coming into our experience as...
The focal prayer of Advent is: "Come, Lord!" Remembering the yearning of Israel, we prepare to celebrate the first coming of the Messiah at Christmas. We also look forward to his second coming. And...