The story of Gideon is the story of fear. Gideon again and again expresses his fear of his enemies, his own townspeople, and of God Himself. And while “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,” this isn’t that kind of fear. The fear that brings wisdom is the recognition of God’s otherness, […]
God must be so patient with His people. And often disappointed. Again and again, we turn away from God, get ourselves in trouble, ask for His help and when He does, we turn back… temporarily. This is the basic story of God’s people throughout time, and the core of the entire book of Judges. In […]
God must be so patient with His people. And often disappointed. Again and again, we turn away from God, get ourselves in trouble, ask for His help and when He does, we turn back… temporarily. This is the basic story of God’s people throughout time, and the core of the entire book of Judges. In […]
There is a lot in this reading to notice, but one thing truly stood out to me. And it was the last thing we read. I have, since high school theater, been pretty good in front of a crowd. Theater taught me to be comfortable on stage and how to improvise when necessary. These skills […]
“Sovereign Lord, as You have promised, You may now dismiss Your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen Your salvation which You have prepared in the sight of all people; a light of revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel.” Looking at Jesus, Simeon proclaims to have seen God’s salvation, […]