In the previous posts of this blog I noted that the opening verses of Joshua 1:1-9 detail four themes that are prominent in the content of the book of Joshua. The themes are leadership (1:1-2); land (1:2-4); supernatural triumph of land inhabitants (1:5); and Word obedience (1:6-9). As I summarized each theme I offered a contextual pathway from the Joshua 1 text to the person of Christ. The last and most difficult theme to be considered is...

This week Cathy and I had the privilege of attending the Gospel Coalition in Orlando. Cathy enjoyed the woman’s version of this conference last summer and upon returning from it determined that she would be a volunteer at the next one. Well, she followed through on her determination and in keeping with her gracious spirit she served conference guests at the information desk. The theme for the conference was “His Mission: Jesus in...

Many of our ministries are stressed and challenged with all the things coming at us from government regulations, a down turn in economy, and a flux in cultural values both within and without the church.  As I prayerfully evaluate my next steps at times I find myself longing for calm, clarity, and in all honesty, I want it to be easier. My selfish desires are unfortunately not supported any where in the Scriptures.  Rather, the Scripture...

On Saturday Cathy and I had the joy of traveling to the national tournament games for our women’s soccer and woman’s volleyball teams. The greater joy of this trip was seeing both our teams take their respective national championships. Mega congrats to these girls and their coaches. The games were in Orlando just about 2 hours from our home. Along for the ride was CJ Johnson, a junior information systems major from Hutchinson,...

A WORD about THINGS that MATTER—I have had this tag line in mind for several years and wondered when I might be able to make use of it.  Well, no time like the present!  Word, matter, thing is the basic definition for the oft used and theologically significant Hebrew word, Dabar. I trust that my musings will be Word driven and encouraging to those who read them. With so many helpful blogs, why another? Well, now that the Lord has graciously...