holy war

Beyond Sibling Rivalry (3) (Judges 20:18-41)

We left off with the tribes of Israel ready to make war. There was a brief court case that was…

14 years ago

Beyond Sibling Rivalry (2) Judges 20:1-17

The sons of Jacob never fully got along in Jacob’s lifetime. In fact, we can see that Jacob is one…

14 years ago

Samson's Fall and Rise (Conclusion)

Samson the mighty warrior is the last official judge that Israel has. Samson is an interesting figure who does not…

14 years ago

Gideon's Victory or Loss? (Judges 7:16-25)

Gideon’s name has been changed to, "Let Baal Contend." The change happened after Gideon broke down Baal’s alter. Now, we…

15 years ago

Jesus, Son of David, Son of Abraham, Son of God (3) (Matthew 2:1-15)

The apostle Paul exhorts the church and reminds the church that we do not live by the wisdom of this…

15 years ago

Jesus, Son of David, Son of Abraham, Son of God (2) (Matthew 1:18-25)

Matthew’s genealogy makes clear that Christ is the Son of David, Son of Abraham, and Son of God. It is…

15 years ago

Gideon A Warrior? (Judges 7:1-15)

Finally, it is time for Gideon to go to war, but now it is the Lord’s turn to stall. Gideon…

15 years ago

Eglon the Ripe Cow (Judges 3:12-30)

The battle for Jericho was a high point for the people of Israel. Now, that city is captured by the…

16 years ago

Israel's Incriminating Indictment (Judges 2:1-6)

The angel of the Lord vowed to fight on behalf of Israel as they were leaving Egypt. The Angel of…

16 years ago

And He Settled Luz…(Judges 1:21-36)

The land of Canaan is the land that is flowing with milk and honey. It is a land of riches,…

16 years ago

Judah Shall Lead You (Judges 1:1-21)

The tribe of Judah is destined to bring forth a king from their midst. We notice that they are also…

16 years ago

Heavenly Warriors Dressed for War (Ephesians 6:10-20)

When someone goes into battle they receive their commands, and they are dressed appropriately for their conflict. The apostle Paul…

16 years ago

Holy War Again? (Joshua 22:1-34)

The book of Joshua is coming to a conclusion. The tension at the beginning of the book is finally coming…

16 years ago

An Unlikely Recipient (Joshua 14:1-15)

When Jesus debuted in the temple there is no doubt that people ask who is this Jesus? It was clear…

17 years ago

Israel's Championship Under Moses (Joshua 12:1-6)

King Shihon and Og were two kings who met the fury of the Lord at the hand of Moses. Why…

17 years ago

One King, One Wisdom (Joshua 11)

Joshua has defeated the Southern empire in a matter of days. Now, there is the matter with Joshua waging war…

17 years ago

The South Will Not Rise Again (Joshua 10:29-43)

The nations of the southern empire have come together and conspired against Joshua. However, these southern cities fail to see…

17 years ago

So, This is What You Will Do For Your Name (Joshua 8:1-29)

After Joshua is defeated at the first battle at Ai he asked the Lord, "What will you do for your…

17 years ago

When Two Worlds Collide (Joshua 6)

There is no mistaking that Canaan is the land that Israel is to have, and the Lord is going give…

17 years ago

The Mysterious Warrior (Joshua 5:13-14)

Joshua has been the warrior for the nation of Israel. He is the commander that will lead the Lord’s army…

17 years ago

A Realized Rest (Joshua 3:1-14)

The author of Hebrews tells us that Joshua did not give Israel rest. How can it be that Israel did…

17 years ago