Devotional thoughts on Exodus 12:1-14 By Daryl Reed In anticipation of my fiftieth birthday, my wife asked me whether or not I wanted to have a big party. I wasn’t sure. I like parties. I just don’t like having parties in my honor—at least that’s what I told my wife. Like many spouses, my wife […]
By Michael Mack 1. Do you celebrate Valentine’s Day in any way? Why or why not? • Is this day more of a burden or a blessing to you? Explain. • How does this day benefit your relationships? Read Leviticus 23:15-22. 2. As you look at the descriptions of the Feast of Weeks, what was […]
Devotional thoughts on Exodus 12:1-14 By Daryl Reed When I was a teenager I saved my 3-year-old younger brother from drowning. Years later I did the same for my college roommate. Neither instance was dramatic. All I did was walk over to them and give them a hand. The water wasn’t deep. I take that […]
By Dr. Mark Scott The driving metaphor of religious practice in the Old Testament is a party. That is rather unique. Islam has its five pillars. Buddhism strives to achieve a state of Nirvana. Hinduism pilgrimages through several Vedas. But for the people of God in Scripture the word is “party.” February is filled with […]
By Bob Russell Don’t worry! That command is really difficult for many of us to obey. There are so many things in our country, our church, and our families that seem out of control. I’ve heard many of my peers say, “I’m not worried about myself, but I’m just concerned about my grandchildren. What kind […]
