The Parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most well-known parables of Jesus. But have you ever wondered what his followers have said about the parable throughout church history? You can now easily read comments on Scripture by Christians throughout church history with the ESV Church History Study…

The weather in the Inland Northwest, where I live, has finally turned fully to Fall. I love this time of year. The leaves have turned to gold and red, and are littering the streets with added beauty. Two of my sons play rugby with a local club and Saturday was…

Here are 3 things you need to know about the Mac update: You’ll need to log back into your Olive Tree account which is now found here: 2. My Stuff is now located right below Account Details for easier access! 3. If you don’t see the update right away you…

A symptom of the fallen human condition is to think and live as if we can or must contribute to our salvation. The atmosphere this creates is one marked by rivalries, dissensions, judgment, and legalism. It can even lead to extrabiblical teaching that promises an alternative route to growth or…

Happy Monday to everyone! Things have been busy around our house with lots of activities in full swing and trying to wrap up the final outdoor projects before the weather turns to cold and snow. Seven weeks are now done for our Bible Reading Challenge. This week, we finished out…

My apologies for getting this written up later than usual. I’ve been under the weather. Better late than never! This week, in the Old Testament we finished out Leviticus and started into Numbers, as well as read a few Psalms, and in the New Testament we finished up Hebrews, Jude,…

We love to hear stories of the solo adventurer. Whether it’s free climbing 3,000 feet of solid granite or sailing around the world or skiing across Antarctica, these stories show us the extraordinary focus, grit, and determination of the human spirit. But they can also give us the wrong impression…

“Out of the frying pan and into the fire” succinctly describes what is taking place in the background to Psalm 56. Saul has made it clear to both David and Jonathan that he won’t rest until David is dead. This causes David to literally run for his life, and one…