By David Faust Biblical authors came from many different walks of life. Moses and David were shepherds. Daniel was a government official. Matthew was a tax collector. Peter and John were fishermen. Paul was a tentmaker. Two books of the New Testament (the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts) were written by […]
By Christy Barritt “Stomp on Jesus” Lesson Brings Criticism to University Earlier this year, a professor at a Florida university instructed his students to write the name of Jesus on a paper, place it on the floor, and then stomp on it. After receiving nationwide criticism when word of the assignment leaked, Florida Atlantic […]
By Sam E. Stone Each week our lesson planners include a devotional reading that is parallel to the message of the printed text. Their choice for today, Luke 8:9-15, comes from Jesus’ parable about the sower. It clarifies and confirms the meaning of Isaiah 29. God is concerned about what we really mean when […]
By Bev and Phil Haas Q: I’ve been trying to set aside time for myself, but I feel guilty when I do. Should I try to schedule time just for me, or should I devote myself entirely to being a mom and wife, knowing that my time will come later? A: Experts are […]
By Sam E. Stone The apostle Paul told Christians, “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). This is undoubtedly good advice, but it is often difficult to do. When Isaiah warned the people of God’s coming judgment on the nation of Israel, he gave them a similar message. […]
