We consider the story of Lot’s deliverance from God’s righteous judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah. What led Lot to this point, and what does that spell for the future? Do he and his descendants finally escape judgment, or succumb to a similar fate?

What does a list of unfamiliar names in the midst… read more

Is Saul finally the king the people desire? Or the king they deserve? He’s certainly, as Samuel reminds them, the one they asked for!

As we finish the first chapter of Ezra we consider what the return from exile teaches about God’s pattern for redeeming his people.

The Lord visits Abraham, and Sarah is told she will have a son in about a year’s time. Meanwhile, Lot’s city is under judgement and Abraham intercedes on its behalf. For the sake of a mere 10 righteous, the Lord will spare the city. And yet, ten cannot be found! Listen in as we begin to discuss what happens and why.

Today we dealt with ambiguity in the text, considered the character of Saul, and the geography. There are so many red flags to consider!

Join us as we begin a journey through the book of Ezra-Nehemiah by reflecting on how God keeps his word and orchestrates world history for his glory and for the good of his people.

This morning Pastor Tony led us through Genesis 17. There is so much to consider in terms of Covenant signs, administration, fulfillment, etc.

Continuing our study in 1 Samuel, we reviewed chapters 8 and 9 before pausing to consider the pressing issue of textual variants. Sometimes our Bible translations don’t phrase things the same way. How do we approach these differences? After the lengthy explanation offered here, the bottom line is that scripture is reliable and to be trusted. Instead of discouraging us, differences should prompt us all the more to approach scripture with deep and genuine study.