Cover to Cover Reading: Genesis 18:1-20:18 Focus: Genesis 18:1-15 The story of Abraham is one of great anticipation, of which the central focus is Godās promise to make Abraham into a great nation. However, it is also a story of human disruption in the divine plan,…
Cover to Cover Reading: Genesis 14:1-17:27 Focus: Genesis 15:1 ā 21 As we enter into this stage of Abrahamās life, he had just fought against the Canaanite kings (think clan chieftains rather than national kings) after his nephew Lot was captured in a recent battle (see Genesis…
Cover to Cover Reading: Genesis 9:18-13:18 Focus: Genesis 12:10-20 Abraham, father of the Promise, man above men, good olā father Abrahamā¦ When we think of Abraham, we think of a man who left his family heritage, followed Godās call and lived a life of obedience. -cough-…
Cover to Cover Reading: Genesis 5:1-9:17 Focus: Genesis 9:1-7 The story of Noah marks a milestone in Godās story of Creation because, metaphorically speaking, it is a new creation. We know the story, humankind sins escalated and Godās anger was roused; God decided to wipe…
Cover to Cover Reading: Genesis 1:1-4:26 Focus: Genesis 3:1-5 The story of Genesisāthat is, literally, āthe beginningāāis a story many people are familiar with. The seven days of creation, Godās creation of humankind, the story of Adam and Eve and their subsequent fall, the…
Recently, I was a participant in the great Boxing Day sales! Not being an avid shopper or in need of anything in particular, you might wonder why I was there. Well, to the disbelief of some, I was there to catch up with friends. Walking around, shopping for a few…
Many of you who know me well will be quick to understand what this entry will be about. How does oneās relationship with people change when they enter or change into a new profession, particularly one which carries with it authority? In my case, my entry into ministry in…
A topic of recent discussion with some friends was about āfriendship evangelismā. Itās a phrase that has been tossed around evangelism and mission circles with plenty of material to accompany it. Iām not particularly up-to-date on whatās been written, whatās good and bad, etc. however, the…
