The protestant Christian Bible has 66 books, 39 books in the Old Testament and 27 books … Why Do We Have the Books of the Bible We Do?Read more
Old Testament
Jesus and the Old Testament
Matthew 5:17-20 Introduction I spend a fair amount of time on social media, with varying degrees … Jesus and the Old TestamentRead more
How Were People in the Old Testament Saved?
Christians affirm that people today are saved by faith in Jesus. But what about people in … How Were People in the Old Testament Saved?Read more
Mosaic Authorship and the Documentary Hypothesis
Who wrote the Pentateuch (first five books of the Old Testament) and how was it put … Mosaic Authorship and the Documentary HypothesisRead more
What If You Struggle With Parts of the Bible?
I love the Bible and have spent much of the last two decades studying it both … What If You Struggle With Parts of the Bible?Read more
The Skeptical Argument That Bugs Me The Most
I don’t know how many times I have heard a skeptic say to me, “How can … The Skeptical Argument That Bugs Me The MostRead more
Disability in the Hebrew Bible – Review
Two of the biggest interests for me are the Bible and disabilities. When those two things … Disability in the Hebrew Bible – ReviewRead more
Is Andy Stanley a Marcionite?
Andy Stanley has recently caused a stir by comments in a sermon about the Old Testament. … Is Andy Stanley a Marcionite?Read more
Is Satan in the Old Testament a Good Guy?
There is a common trend of contrasting the Old and New Testaments. Often it is comparing … Is Satan in the Old Testament a Good Guy?Read more
Is Jesus Like God or is God Like Jesus?
Although I agree that Jesus is God (John 1:1), I have something specific in mind when … Is Jesus Like God or is God Like Jesus?Read more
Why I’m Not a Pacifist: Part One
I have no problem with Christians who embrace pacifism. However, I have encountered people people have … Why I’m Not a Pacifist: Part OneRead more
Seeing the Psalms in a Fresh Way
The Psalms are beloved by both Jews and Christians. Much of our worship is inspired by … Seeing the Psalms in a Fresh WayRead more
The IVP Background Bible Commentary: Old Testament
Every preacher and Bible student is told, “A text without a context becomes a pretext.” That … The IVP Background Bible Commentary: Old TestamentRead more
5 Things to Remember When Talking About the Bible and Genocide
One of the hardest topics to discuss is the Israelite invasion of Canaan and the complete … 5 Things to Remember When Talking About the Bible and GenocideRead more
Was the Bible Written Because People Were Afraid of Death?
“All religions are based on people’s fear of death and their desperate attempts to find hope … Was the Bible Written Because People Were Afraid of Death?Read more
10 More Things You May Not Have Known About the Bible
Some time back I wrote a post about 10 Things You May Not Have Known About … 10 More Things You May Not Have Known About the BibleRead more
10 Things You May Not Have Known About the Bible
The Bible is the most influential book in western culture. Even in this post-Christian era, we … 10 Things You May Not Have Known About the BibleRead more
7 Things to Remember When Reading the Bible
Many years ago, I had a couple of Roman Catholic ladies come to my door. They … 7 Things to Remember When Reading the BibleRead more
Devotions: Hosea
A devotion based on Hosea 1:2. When God called prophets to serve him, there was always … Devotions: HoseaRead more
What is the Difference Between Samuel/Kings and Chronicles?
Key Differences Between Samuel/Kings and Chronicles Have you ever had the experience of reading through 1-2 … What is the Difference Between Samuel/Kings and Chronicles?Read more
The Lord is With You
This is the sermon I preached for the 160th anniversary of Woodford Baptist Church. Judges 6:11-18 … The Lord is With YouRead more
Devotions: Malachi
A devotion based on Malachi 1:8. The Old Testament provides very clear guidelines for the sacrifices … Devotions: MalachiRead more
Devotions: Zechariah
A devotion based on Zechariah 4:6. Zechariah was prophesying during a very dark time for Judah. … Devotions: ZechariahRead more
Devotions: Haggai
A devotion based on Haggai 2:5. The context of this passage was a very difficult time … Devotions: HaggaiRead more
The Patience of Job
I have sometimes been accused of having “the patience of Job.” Not only is this giving … The Patience of JobRead more
Devotions: Zephaniah
A devotion based on Zephaniah 3:9. Like many of the minor prophets, Zephaniah speaks of judgment. … Devotions: ZephaniahRead more
Devotions: Habakkuk
A devotion based on Habakkuk 1:2. Although written thousands of years ago, Habakkuk’s prophecy is very … Devotions: HabakkukRead more
Devotions: Nahum
A devotion based on Nahum 1:7. While Jonah describes a Nineveh that repents of their sin, … Devotions: NahumRead more
Devotions: Micah
A devotion based on Micah 6:8. Micah 6:8 is one of the most well known passages … Devotions: MicahRead more
Devotions: Obadiah
A devotion based on Obadiah 1:15. Obadiah is a one chapter prophet but that does not … Devotions: ObadiahRead more
Devotions: Amos
A devotion based on Amos 5:14. The book of Amos is fairly typical of the minor … Devotions: AmosRead more
What You Need to Know About the Bible
If you can understand this one thing, you will avoid many of the problems that Christians … What You Need to Know About the BibleRead more
Devotions: Joel
A devotion based on Joel 2:28. In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit was closely connected … Devotions: JoelRead more
Devotions: Daniel
A devotion based on Daniel 3:25. In this story, three of Daniel’s friends are arrested for … Devotions: DanielRead more
Devotions: Ezekiel
A devotion based on Ezekiel 37:5. At this point in history, Judah was in a terrible situation. … Devotions: EzekielRead more
Devotions: Jeremiah
A devotion based on Jeremiah 1:6-7 Jeremiah is one of the most well-known prophets in the … Devotions: JeremiahRead more
Does the Bible Teach That Unicorns Exist?
I was recently listening to a Christian radio show and the host was trying to give … Does the Bible Teach That Unicorns Exist?Read more
Religion as a Quest for Afterlife
It is common to hear the accusation that religion was created by those who feared death … Religion as a Quest for AfterlifeRead more
Clay Jones on the Canaanite Question
Since there is much discussion about the war against the Canaanites, I thought I would add … Clay Jones on the Canaanite QuestionRead more
A God Without a Mythology
One of my loves is studying ancient religions and mythologies. I have always found it fascinating. … A God Without a MythologyRead more
Early Hebrew Text Found
The earliest Hebrew text has just been discovered as you can read about here. The text … Early Hebrew Text FoundRead more