Originally, Adam, Noah, Job, and Abraham were priests of God. They were the ones responsible for offering sacrifices and leading acceptable worship in their local parishes. Following this dispensation in biblical history, the Aaronic priesthood came into play. Worship in individual households was augmented by corporate worship in the larger assembly. Fathers and mothers were still to train their … More Where Is Your Clerical Collar?
It is not good that Ray Rice abused his spouse. It is not good that the authorities seemed to look the other way. It is not good that the Baltimore Ravens and National Football League half-heartedly pursued justice. However, according to sacred scripture, it is ultimately good that this tragedy happened, and I believe I can … More Ray Rice — Improving Our Culture
Throughout Genesis, God has consistently chosen not to bless the firstborn son to the degree of a later-born son. Seth was preferred over Cain; Isaac was preferred over Ishmael; Jacob was preferred over Esau; Perez over Zerah; and Joseph was preferred over all his older brothers. Fathers often resisted or objected to God’s selection, but … More Glorious Discrimination: When God Prefers the Later-Born Son
Unfathomable Grace 