Category Archives: Jewish History/Culture

The Lord Bless You

The Lord Bless You
Jesus taught us to pray, giving us what we call the Lord’s prayer. In the Old Testament, we see a model of giving a blessing when the priests were ordered to pray for the Israelites. The Aaronic blessing is not specifically addressed to us but we can learn from the example and discover the heart…
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Where are you?

Where are you?
But the Lord God called to the man, “Where are you?” Genesis 3:9 After Adam sinned, he hid himself. But God called him and said “ayyekkah,” where are you? A single word that showed God's pursuit, openness for Adam's repentance, ability to redeem and desire for reconciliation. Have you ever blown it, headed down a wrong direction…
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Love casts out Fear: Loving others well

Love casts out Fear: Loving others well
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love. 1 John 4:18 When we love someone, we are able to go to incredible lengths for their benefit. Not only do we put in time and effort for their…
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The Earth Groans … For Now

The Earth Groans … For Now
For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. Romans 8:22 Groaning is an expression of pain, an ache so deep there are just no words. We brought about pain through rebellion from God. And the painful effects of sin touch, not only ourselves, but ripple throughout mankind. But…
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