"All of life is business with God…" John Calvin
(Originally published October 6, 2016) In Bible study this week we looked at Joshua 5: 1-12. After briefly reiterating the point that the Canaanites were quaking in fear at the miraculous crossing of the Jordan by the Israelites, we considered God's command to circumcise the sons of Israel. We looked first at his wording of … Continue reading Consecration and Covenant
(Originally published September 29, 2016) This week, in our third lesson studying the book of Joshua, we covered chapters 3 and 4, in which Joshua and the Israelites cross the Jordan River into the Promised land. We dipped our toes into this subject by considering the conditions in which this crossing was made. According to … Continue reading Crossing the Jordan
(Originally published September 22, 2016) Lesson 2 of our Bible study, which covers Joshua chapter 2, opens with a question concerning the relationship between God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility. Why, if God had already told Joshua that he would be victorious in his conquest of Canaan, would Joshua send spies into the land? The commentaries … Continue reading Rahab: A God-Fearing Woman
(Originally published September 17, 2016) This week marks a new chapter in my life. I am, once again, leading a Bible study at church. This is the first study I will lead since we moved from Pennsylvania and I am excited to dive into the Word with this group of ladies, some of whom I … Continue reading Be Strong and Courageous
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