While the army and the king cowered in fear before Goliath, that seemingly unbeatable threat to their freedom, David demonstrated real courage and answered the giant’s challenge.
It is easy for us to be concerned about our political freedom, the right to do what we want to do when we want to do it without government interference.
The theme of this parable is separating the good from the bad; and it is intended to teach the necessity of being completely prepared, not just almost prepared.
When the nation of Israel settled in the promised land, the Jordan river formed a boundary between the tribes on the east side of the river and those on the west.
Thinking about the Apostle Paul’s trip to Philippi during his second missionary journey can reveal some important lessons about focusing our attention on the things that matter.
When King Saul was wounded by the Philistines, he was afraid that they would abuse him. That fear of pain and humiliation overwhelmed any trust he might have had in God.
