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Joanna

Joanna
Another “least likely” from last week is Joanna. She is part of the group of women that followed Jesus closely. Why is she a least likely? She was the wife of Chuza, Herod’s steward. The steward is like the house manager, so he would have controlled Herod’s money. When the Bible says she financially supported…
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Least Likely

Least Likely
God reveals His glory in unlikely places through unlikely people. He probably does that because His glory shows brighter to us in those situations. I think He also has a sense of humor about it and enjoys our surprise, even as it builds our faith. Some of my favorite “least likelys” include: David – as…
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Feel Lonely? You have company

Feel Lonely? You have company
Second Timothy is considered Paul’s last letter. He writes from prison and gives his disciple, Timothy, some final instruction. As I read through the letter though, I can’t help but notice his deep loneliness. You can feel it. He has fought the good fight, he has finished the race. And now, instead of being surrounded…
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The name on our arch

The name on our arch
Last week we talked about the mezuzah that hangs on the doorframes of our Jewish neighbors. It is a reminder to them of obedience; they live under God’s authority. It also identifies them to others. The Romans also had a tradition, which would identify them and reveal where their allegiance stood. Many Roman cities had…
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