Foretelling vs Forth-telling Admittedly, prophecy is one of the hardest genres to understand in the Bible. Some types of Scripture like narrative and letters are more straightforward. Genres like apocalyptic found in revelation, and prophecy found throughout the Old Testament take a little more time and technical knowledge to grasp. Understanding the rules for how… Continue reading A Key Tool to Understanding Prophecy:
Recently one of my kids asked me, “Dad, do we think we are better than other people?” This came from something I had said to them. I had to stop and think for a minute. Once I collected my thoughts I said, “We aren’t better than people, but we are more obedient than other people,… Continue reading Are Christians Better Than Others?
In the book of Judges, we see the story of Samson. Samson was known for his strength. He was able to rip a lion’s mouth apart (Judges 14:5-6). He tore gates off a city wall and carried them up a hill (Judges 16:3). And several times he was vastly outnumbered yet killed his enemies. We… Continue reading How to Use God’s Strength in Your Life
Being respected means a lot to men. Most women, or wives, don’t understand this because they view things differently. It’s not that they do not want respect as well, but it isn’t as much as a motivating factor to them as it is to men. In some ways respect defines a man. It conveys how… Continue reading 7 Practical Ways to Respect Your Husband
One of the commissions God gives husbands is to sacrifice for their wives. The apostle Paul says in Ephesians 5:25 “Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” We are called to love our wives in a sacrificial way. Jesus loved believers by sacrificing Himself for them. He… Continue reading 7 PRACTICAL WAYS TO SACRIFICE FOR YOUR WIFE
