It is an intimate moment we are privileged to share. In Genesis 49, Jacob’s sons are gathered about him on his deathbed. But this is a unique situation, for sacred scripture does place us in such a position with other patriarchs such as Adam, Noah, Job, Abraham, or Isaac. There is something Moses and the … More Jacob’s Final and Finest Words
None of us deserve any good thing from our Creator and Judge. We cannot claim to deserve any of his kindness. Instant excommunication and eternal condemnation is all we have earned by our wickedness. However, despite our arrogant rebellion, God has chosen to grant some of us written copies of his Law and Gospel. For … More When God’s Law Becomes God’s Grace
Towards the end of the book of Job, a young man named Elihu decides to speak. Thus far, he has shown deference to the other older and more mature counselors, but he can contain himself no longer. He states: Behold, my belly is like wine that has no vent; like new wineskins ready to burst. … More He’s About to Burst
Unfathomable Grace 