Category Archives: Jewish History/Culture

Politics Aside

Politics Aside
We’re in a very political season in our nation. Americans are deeply divided and emotions are running high with increasingly disparate worldviews being expressed. It seems there are two general tendencies within the Christian community. There are those who want to separate and have nothing to do with government or civic practices, essentially creating their…
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Uncut Stone

Uncut Stone
The altar that was built, first in the tabernacle and then in the temple, was made of uncut stone. God commanded specific instructions on its design and use. The Biblical picture of atonement was being drawn and they were reminded with each sacrifice. …you shall build an altar to the Lord your God of uncut…
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New Life

New Life
There are plants in my yard that I thought were dead, but after ignoring them I found they had started to grow again. Maybe they were close to dead, or maybe they were just dormant. Seeds can look lifeless. But plant a seed, even after a thousand years, and it may still sprout. This is…
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The Almond

The Almond
The almond tree is native to the Middle East and it occurs biblically all the way back in Genesis. Because it produces fruit early in the season, it became a symbol of awakening. The almond tree is one of the first to awaken to the light of spring, to bud and flower. It is a…
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