The Silencing of Rebellion

Pastor’s Bible Reading Schedule: Numbers 16-18   The Lord had already confirmed Aaron’s right and that of his descendants to the priesthood by honoring his incense and prayer and staying the plague that originated in the rebellion of Korah and his followers. He further authenticated this priesthood by offering an additional sign that would silence…

The Truth about Honor

Pastor’s Bible Reading Schedule: Proverbs 23-24 Saturday: Amos 1-4 Sunday: John 16-18   Here we find practical instruction in how to obey the fifth commandment. Proverbs 23:18 gives direct commands, while verses 23-26 present the same truth indirectly. The two focal points are listen to instruction and do not despise. Perhaps Proverbs repeats the command…

The Faith of Caleb

Pastor’s Bible Reading Schedule: Numbers 13-15   The journeys of Israel took on a more targeted approach to the promised inheritance. The Lord sought to bolster the confidence of the troops by having them see, observe, and even taste of the attractive land ahead. Moses selected some men to explore the land and bring back…

Character Matters

Pastor’s Bible Reading Schedule: 2 Timothy 3-4   1 Timothy 3:10 begins a passage that teaches that our lives exhibit the reality of our inner character. The manner in which we live, the decisions we make, the circumstances with which we must contend, all reveal the beliefs we hold and the priorities we maintain. Paul…