Maybe you experienced a spiritual high or you're fresh off of a new decision, a new commitment. But you're realizing that you have to drive out the nations occupying your land.
Let’s get to work (Deuteronomy 7)
Tag: victory
Why do I forget God? (Deuteronomy 6)
The Israelites sinned. They served other gods. They went off the deep end. But then again, we do the exact same things. I know this, because I did that this week. And the week before that.
Doubt vs. You (Deuteronomy 3)
Doubt is confusing and squirmy and invasive. It whispers to us over and over again in the worst moments. This chapter demonstrates just one of the ways to shut Doubt up.
How to defeat the green-eyed monster (Deuteronomy 2)
Jealousy and I go way back. But what if you didn't have to be? Jealous, I mean? Of anyone?
A Tale of Two Sinners (Numbers 31)
Which one are you?
When God gets angry (Numbers 25)
God's anger is burning. Not because He hates us, but because He hates sin. Not because He can't stand to look at us, but because He can't stand to see us suffer. How can we be so casual?
God and Unicorns (Numbers 24)
The monologue Balaam goes on in Numbers 24 is sweeping, poetic, fantastic - practically mythological. Hey, they do always say that the Bible is a book of fairy tales!
The Movie of Your Life (Numbers 21)
This movie is not like other movies. It was exhilarating and action-packed, sure. It had us on the edges of our seats, yes. But it's not the kind of movie you forget about in a day or two. This movie is relevant. It's current. It makes you think. And it's still not over.
Tribe vs. Tribe (Numbers 2)
Summary: "He's just ghetto." "That's some white people stuff." "That's why I don't mess with people from there." In other words, you are this and I am that. You are inferior and I am superior. Your community is tripping while mine is innocent. Your people need to get their act together while my people can … Continue reading Tribe vs. Tribe (Numbers 2)
Come As You Are…Actually, Don’t (Leviticus 22)
Summary: Have you ever suddenly come to the horrifying realization that that smell is you? Maybe you didn't put enough deodorant on. Maybe you ate something really garlicky! The bottom line is that something smells, and it's you. I'm a sweaty person, especially when I'm nervous or uncomfortable, so this happens to me a lot. … Continue reading Come As You Are…Actually, Don’t (Leviticus 22)
