Tag: Bible Study

Bible Study, Current Issues

Profiting from the Prophets–Habakkuk

The past several months have shown us the fortunes and misfortunes of our country.  We see moral decay abounding, abundance of wealth for some, political distention, conflict over values, wars and conflicts, etc. As I have been studying and teaching several of the Prophets, I am again struck at how relevant and current those 2000-3000 …

Bible Study, Musings

Profiting from the Prophets: Daniel–Part 2

Miscellaneous thoughts on the biographical section of Daniel. Daniel 2:4b through the end of chapter 7 are written in 3rd person by Daniel in Aramaic.  These chapters contain the “story” of Daniel and his three friends.  Within these stories are messages of judgment (related to Gentile kings) wrapped in lesson of conviction, commitment, courage, confidence …

Bible Study

Profiting from the Prophets: Daniel–Part 1

The story of Daniel in Daniel 1, is a wonderfully encouraging and challenging story of commitment and courage.  It is also a familiar story to many and often relegated to “it’s a kid’s story.” And yes, it should be taught to kids–not because it is simple or simplistic–but because it is profound.  And though it …

Bible Study, Musings

Truth through Story

I have spent much of the last two years studying and teaching through the wonderful book of Romans (that material will be posted on this site soon). This requires looking at doctrine, wrestle with concepts. These truths are very important and necessary for a firm foundation. But not all truth was given through or in …