Isaac is a powerful type of Jesus in the Old Testament. He was a special son of Abraham. He was unique as he was a child of promise. He was supernaturally born when Abraham was 100 years old and his… Read More ›
Old Testament
The Old Testament is a collection of thirty-nine books about the history and religion of the people of Israel. They represent a unified narrative about God and his attempt to relate to humankind by relating to a specific group of people. The Old Testament contains four main sections: the Pentateuch, the Former Prophets (or Historical Books), the Writings, and the Latter Prophets.
Spiritual Short Sightedness – Genesis 25:19-34
Here are some characteristics of people who are spiritually short sighted. 1 – Blind to the true values in life The first born had special privileges. He got a double portion of the family inheritance. Esau was the eldest and… Read More ›
Reconciliation – Genesis 43:15-34
The brothers have been apart for twenty years. Joseph will eventually reveal himself to his brothers. 1 – A necessary journey (vs. 1-14) They would all learn tremendous lessons. God often asks us to go on a necessary journey. We… Read More ›
Practicing the Presence of God – Genesis 37:1-28
There are many people are enduring life without really feeling alive. Joseph was a man who practiced the presence of God. Joseph came from a dysfunctional family and his mother dies when he was in his teens. He gets into… Read More ›
Perfect Healing – Genesis 49-50
We all have to deal with grief or those who have hurt us deeply. We need God’s help for perfect healing. 1 – Words of grace (49:1-12) A Christian is to finish well. Jacob’s memory is remarkable. He had got… Read More ›
One of Those Days – Genesis 18:1-33
In these verses there are two striking questions to ask you. What would your answer be? Is anything too hard for the Lord? (vs. 14) Will not the judge of all the earth do right? (vs. 25) Can you hand… Read More ›
Not Even Ten Good People – Genesis 18-19
There is no political party in the Western World that supports any of the Christian values of morality. Things are being forced onto the Church to make it conform. There are too many Churches who will support the Church rather… Read More ›
Light in the Heavens – Genesis 1:14-19
Where did the stars and planets come from? It has been a question that has perplexed scientists for centuries. It was God who created the light (Genesis 1:3) before he created the luminaries in the sky. 1 – The formation… Read More ›
Life A Balancing Act? – Genesis 1:26-2:24
How are you balancing your life? 1 – Welcome to the world of 24/7 Globalisation. The world is becoming a smaller place. The speed of travel and technology has caused rapid advances in the last 50 years. Consumerism. There is… Read More ›
Joseph Says No! – Genesis 39:6-21b
There has been an emergence of “girl power” in recent years. In this passage the woman is out to tempt the man. She is coming from a position of power. 1 – An offer that was hard to refuse (vs…. Read More ›
Feed My Sheep 