Category: Through the Bible
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Trust, Salmon Patties, and the Mystery of Manna
Last night I made salmon patties for dinner. Nothing fancy — just a simple, tasty meal. But when I set the plate on the table, both my girls paused. They leaned in, suspicious and curious, and asked the same question Israel once asked in the wilderness when they first saw manna from heaven: “What is… Read more
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What Job’s Friends Teach Us About Speaking the Truth
Some truths are technically correct but emotionally destructive. Scripture gives us a vivid example of this through the words of Job’s friends as presented in the book that’s named after him. Their dialogue reminds us that wisdom isn’t just about what we say, but when and how we say it. Job’s Friends: The Danger of… Read more
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New Things I Learned by Watching The Sacred Thread
Many thanks to Angel for providing a sample of the series for this review. Opinions are 100% my own. Some shows entertain you. Some shows teach you. But every once in a while, a series comes along that reorients you—quietly, thoughtfully, and with a kind of reverence that lingers long after the screen goes dark.… Read more
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Writing the Word: My Review of the NKJV New Testament, Tracing Edition
For the past year, I’ve been writing and journaling Scripture almost every day. What began as a simple spiritual discipline has become one of the most meaningful practices in my walk with God. There’s something about slowing down enough to write the Word—letting each phrase pass through your mind, your hand, and your heart—that creates… Read more
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Why Jonah’s Story Isn’t What You Think
I used to identify with Jonah’s story. Maybe you have too. I saw Jonah as the guy who ran from God, got a second chance, and finally did what he was supposed to do. I saw him as a reluctant prophet who eventually came around. A cautionary tale, sure … but also a story of… Read more
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Discovering The Sacred Thread: A Docuseries That Took My Breath Away
Every once in a while, something comes across your screen that makes you stop what you’re doing, lean in, and whisper, “Oh… this is special.” That was me today when I watched the trailer for a brand‑new docuseries called The Sacred Thread — and WOW. I’m still thinking about it. If you love Scripture, biblical… Read more
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Reconciliation – A Cornerstone for Faith and Spiritual Formation
There are moments in all our lives when the distance between us and God feels too wide. Sometimes it’s caused by pain we don’t know how to name. Sometimes it’s disappointment, confusion, or the slow drift of a weary heart. And sometimes it’s simply the ache of wanting more of God than we’ve known so… Read more
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How God Helps Us Overcome Fear: Lessons from Caleb’s ‘Bread for Us’ Faith
This post explores Caleb’s phrase “they are bread for us” in Numbers 14:9, tracing the biblical imagery of devouring enemies and showing how faith transforms our perception of fear and spiritual obstacles. “Only do not rebel against the Lord. And do not fear the people of the land, for they are bread for us. Their… Read more
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Is the Commandment to Love Really New?
The commandment to love is both old and new–old in its origin in the Torah, and new in the way Jesus embodies, deepens, and empowers it. This post explains how Jesus’ “new commandment” fulfills and transforms the ancient command to love, revealing a deeper, Spirit‑empowered way of abiding in God. Why Jesus Calls the Commandment… Read more
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The Parable of the Talents: Faithful Stewardship or Prophetic Protest?
When Jesus told stories, He used plain language, but the stories themselves were rarely simple. His parables are layered with meaning, provocative, and often unsettling. One of the most debated is the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14–30). At first glance, it seems straightforward: a master entrusts his servants with vast sums of money, departs,… Read more