Biblical Studies

Lion of Judah: When All Is Said and Done [Genesis 49 Study]

In Genesis 49, Jacob prophesies the Lion of Judah. Jacob's final words to his twelve sons reminds us to consider the legacy we leave behind.

Biblical Studies

God Will Be With You [Genesis 47–48 Study]

What will your final words be to your children? Can we borrow and utter Jacob's words to Joseph, "As God has been with me, God will be with you."

Family

The Blessing of Family Worship

Christians throughout history have practiced family worship. Learn the three components of family worship and how to start family worship today.

Biblical Studies

Introduction to the Book of Psalms

This article covers several topics on the book of Psalms: purpose, questions to ask when reading, genre, origin of composition, and content.

Biblical Studies

God Rescues Egypt [Genesis 47:1–26 Study]

In Genesis 47, God rescues and blesses Egypt through Joseph. As Christian, we are sojourners, benefactors (instruments of blessing), and slaves.

Biblical Studies

Prepared to Die [Genesis 46 Study]

Following the example of Jacob, we learn from Genesis 46 that as we worship God, trust Him, and live for Him, we will be prepared to die.

Biblical Studies

It Is Enough [Genesis 45:9–28 Study]

Jacob reunited with Joseph and said, "It is enough." Can we follow Jacob's example of contentment and say, "My cup overflows. It is enough."

Biblical Studies

A Portrait of Forgiveness [Genesis 45:1–8 Study]

There are several well-known Bible stories on forgiveness, but few are as renown as the story of Joseph, a model example of forgiveness.

Biblical Studies

Judah Becomes Surety for Benjamin — Genesis 44

Judah became surety for Benjamin. Likewise, Jesus became surety for Christians. As our guarantor, Jesus receives the title Lion of Judah.

Christian Books

Gentle and Lowly

Jesus, in Matthew 11:28–30, describes himself as "gentle and lowly." Dane Ortlund's book expounds on its implication to the Christian life.

Spiritual Growth

Lifelong Learning as a Means of Spiritual Growth

The wise person continues to learn. Learning is mostly by discipline, not by accident. The more we learn about God, the more we love him.

Family

3 Ways We Can Cherish Our Wives

Here are three helpful ways husbands can cherish their wives. Apply these three steps as you serve your wife and surprise your wife.