a lesson from the prophet Jonah Last week, we finished studying the book of Jonah with some friends from church. It's a beautiful little book with a complicated and unusual main character. Jonah is a prophet - someone who relays messages from God to other people - who really doesn't want to bring a … Continue reading An Unlikely Model of Thankfulness
Old Testament
Not a Prophet, Priest, or King (Part 2)
In my last post, I cautioned against using the biblical titles of Prophet, Priest, and King to describe the role of a pastor. My goal is not to quibble over terminology; I know most pastors who use those terms intend them to express the genuine pastoral tasks of teaching, caring, and leading. But I am … Continue reading Not a Prophet, Priest, or King (Part 2)
Hearing Jesus in the Psalms
Right in the middle of most English Bibles, there is a collection of one hundred and fifty ancient Hebrew songs. Filled with emotion, imagery, and devotion to the Lord, they are a masterpiece of poetic expression as well as a profound source of encouragement, comfort, and guidance for believers in the midst of the trials … Continue reading Hearing Jesus in the Psalms
Recognizing Almonzo
Every day, after the lunch dishes are cleared away and the baby and toddler are diapered and put down in their cribs, either my wife or I will sit down on the couch with our two older children for story time. Our kids love story time. For me and Rebecca, it's a joy to watch … Continue reading Recognizing Almonzo
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