Rahab: An ancestor of David and Jesus
Rahab was a prostitute in the city of Jericho. As a prostitute, she lived on the edge of society, one stop short of rejection. Her house, built right into the …
Rahab: An ancestor of David and Jesus Read Moreconnecting believers to the word
Rahab was a prostitute in the city of Jericho. As a prostitute, she lived on the edge of society, one stop short of rejection. Her house, built right into the …
Rahab: An ancestor of David and Jesus Read MoreThe voice of the minority is not often given a hearing. Nevertheless, the truth can not be measured by numbers. On the contrary, it often stands against the majority opinion. …
Caleb: Son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite Read MoreEventually, Moses’ choice of a wife gave Miriam an opportunity to criticize. It was natural for her insecurity to break out over this issue. With Moses married, Miriam, was clearly …
Miriam: Sister of Moses and Aaron Read MoreEffective teamwork happens when each team member uses his or her special skills. Ideally, each member’s strengths will contribute something important to the team effort. In this way, members make …
Aaron: First High Priest of God Read MorePeople who are leaders stand out. They don’t necessarily look or act a certain way until the need for their action is apparent. Among their skills are outspokenness, decisiveness, action, …
Judah: Son of Jacob Read MoreCaiaphas was the leader of the religious group called the Sadducees. Educated and wealthy, they were politically influential in the nation. As the elite group, they were on fairly good …
Caiaphas: High Priest of Israel Read MoreParents are usually the best judges of their children’s character. Jacob summarized the personality of his son Reuben by comparing him to water. Except when frozen, water has no stable …
Reuben: Son of Jacob, Brother of Joseph Read MoreWe’re all selfish, but some of us have a real corner on the weakness. Laban’s whole life was stamped by self-centeredness. His chief goal was to look out for himself. …
Laban: Brother of Rebekah Read MoreHistory seems to repeat itself here. Twice a town well in Haran was the site of significant events in one family’s story. It was here that Rebekah met Eliezer, Abraham’s …
Rachel: Wife of Jacob, Mother of Joseph & Benjamin Read MoreAbraham, Isaac, and Jacob are among the most significant people in the Old Testament. It is important to realize that this significance is not based upon their personal characters but …
Jacob: Son of Isaac, Brother of Esau Read More