Genesis 33:19-20 records a modest land purchase secured by Jacob no doubt representing a down payment or planted flag heralding a return to the land in future generations. This is…
Jacob's eyes are dim with age as he approaches death's door at 147 years. However, the eyes of his faith clearly see far beyond the grave, growing sharper with age.…
Paul speaks of a peace that passes understanding in our worship text today (Phil 4:7). This promise of superior peace via the Gospel which inspired and encouraged the early church…
Jude's letter provides a model for Godly worship in the form of confession, song, prayer, and proclamation in his final words. Verse 24-25 of his epistle contain one of the…
We've considered the 2nd half of Gen 47 in light of the contrasts of 2 nations: Egypt at the time of this exile through the period of Exodus Vs. Israel…
Central to my thesis on this text is the difference in fortunes between the citizens of Egypt and the covenant family under the administration of Joseph (v:20-21 & 27). The…
Psalm 120 introduces the 'Psalms of Ascent' section of the Psalter. Chapters 120-134 share this title which can be translated 'degrees', 'steps', or an upward direction or trajectory. Many have…
There was a piece of paper clasped in the hands of Stanley Clark when he was buried several years ago. The piece of paper reads: “Now to him who is…
An explicit contrast is drawn in Genesis 47 between the inhabitants of Egypt and the sojourning Hebrews in verse 27. This is a surprising detail given the context and draws…