The account of Jacob vs. Esau and the events surrounding conflict in Isaac's home dramatically illustrate the principle declared in Psalm 127: “ unless the Lord builds the house, those…

Psalm 119 joins 25, 34, 37, 111, 112, and 145 as the 6th acrostic psalm in the Psalter. The acrostic psalms represent a unique literary form where a series of…

Peter can be compared to a skilled health practitioner who upon assessing a patient's physical condition, prescribes a regimen of beneficial supplements to reinforce the immune system, muscle strength, and…

The faithfulness of the ultimate Covenant Keeper – Yahweh Himself – continues to be the only redeeming element in this account of covenant succession and patriarchal blessing. Isaac’s negligence in…

Today's Psalm is singular in a number of ways beyond its stand alone beauty & authority. In the context of Ps 117, which proclaims an international call to worship, Ps…

The circumstances of Peter's ministry now provide him opportunity to leave his flock with words to remember in his absence. Following the example of Jesus, who commissioned him and all…

In Genesis 26, the trajectory of events begins with turmoil that eventually gives way to gracious provision and covenant reassurance. These themes are marked by the naming of wells –…

The duration of Isaac's stay in Gerar mirrors the experiences and growing influence of Abraham who preceded him. In Gen 20, Abraham enters this region as a timid sojourner only…

The 5th 'Hallel' Psalm is unique in several ways. It is the shortest psalm and the shortest chapter in the Bible. It is situated near the center of the entire…

The letter of First Peter opens & closes with salutations appropriate for the encouragement of a body of believers facing trying times (1:2b) “...may grace and peace be multiplied to…