Adam – Father of the Human Race
Adam: The First Human We can hardly imagine what it must have been like to be the first and only person on earth. It’s one thing for us to be …
Adam – Father of the Human Race Read Moreconnecting believers to the word
Adam: The First Human We can hardly imagine what it must have been like to be the first and only person on earth. It’s one thing for us to be …
Adam – Father of the Human Race Read MoreGenesis – The First Book of Moses Genesis, derived from the Greek word meaning “beginning,” marks the inception of creation itself. Through eloquent prose and vivid imagery, we witness the …
Genesis – The Foundation of Faith & History 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 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 MoreCommon sense isn’t always that common. In fact, the common thread in many decisions is that they don’t make sense. Esau’s life was filled with choices he must have regretted …
Esau: Son of Isaac, Brother of Jacob Read MoreSome people are initiators. They help get the ball rolling. Rebekah would easily stand out in this group. Her life is characterized by initiative. When she saw a need she …
Rebekah: Wife of Isaac, Mother of Jacob & Esau Read MoreEscape of some kind is usually the most tempting solution to our problems. In fact, it can become a habit. Hagar was a person who used that approach. When the …
Hagar – Mother of Ishmael, Wife of Abram Read More