The Ark of the Covenant symbolized the covenant God made with Israel. It contained the two tablets of the law, Aaron’s staff, and a jar of manna. But its real significance and usage was with the lid. The lid was called the “mercy seat” and is where the iconic pair of winged Cherubim sat. OnceContinue reading “The Ark of the Covenant in the New Testament”
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The Darkness of God
There are times when I feel like I’ve figured God out and there’s nothing left to learn, like I’ve read the Bible enough times and it can’t have anything left to offer. But then God shows a new piece of himself, and he’s so much bigger than I could ever imagine, and I feel soContinue reading “The Darkness of God”
The Warfare of Forgetfulness & Dementia in the Bible
They did not remember the abundance of God’s steadfast love… Yet he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make known his mighty power. – Psalms 106:7-8 Do you feel like it’s hard to remember important things? Do you keep getting distracted from positive goals that you have? Can you recall the last sermon youContinue reading “The Warfare of Forgetfulness & Dementia in the Bible”
Does God Eat?
The most important question you could ever ask is…what are you going to eat today? Some people don’t know if they’ll eat today. Some have lots of options, can eat out, or can only eat what they have at home. And in times of trouble, it can be hard to find healthy options or foodContinue reading “Does God Eat?”
Working Remote in the Bible
Found yourself working remote lately, or alone, or isolated? These aren’t new experiences in humanity. The good news is that this means we have positive examples to look to in scripture, and God has a purpose for our remote work, loneliness, or isolation. When You’re Really Alone Working remote for many people means that they’llContinue reading “Working Remote in the Bible”
Remember To Thank God
In those days Israel had no king. – Judges 19:1 Thanksgiving is a time people often use to remind themselves what they’re thankful for. When I think about things I’m thankful for, I think about Judges 19. This is one of the most problematic chapters in the Bible because of how horrific, and seemingly godlessContinue reading “Remember To Thank God”
Human Sacrifice In The 21st Century
Human sacrifice is regarded as an ancient, pagan practice. Something modern society has shed, and anywhere it’s currently practiced is in the most isolated and obscure of cultures. But this is naive, because human sacrifice is going on everywhere, and you’re guaranteed to know someone who has done it, if you haven’t already done itContinue reading “Human Sacrifice In The 21st Century”
Exorcisms In The Old Testament
What part of the Bible comes to mind when you think about exorcisms? Probably one of the several accounts of Jesus encountering a demon possessed man. These are wonderful examples that show us the physical and spiritual tole demon possession has on people, how afraid demons are of Jesus, and how obedient they are toContinue reading “Exorcisms In The Old Testament”
Who Pays For Dinner In The Bible?
You’re on your first date with someone and the waiter asks that question going on in everyone’s head: all together, or separate? You make eye contact with the other person at the table and the awkwardness begins to rise. Why does this happen and why is this a problem? It’s because you weren’t prepared forContinue reading “Who Pays For Dinner In The Bible?”
Are There Good And Bad Perspectives?
Live for now. Follow your truth. Your story is your legacy. Falling in love with yourself isn’t vanity, it’s sanity. All these sayings have one dangerous thing in common: perspective. Perspective is how you see everything in life, including yourself, and more importantly, God. Perspective is one of many things that make us human, butContinue reading “Are There Good And Bad Perspectives?”
Dave Aldon 