Continuing the “Getting Started Bible.”  Today we open the summary of Numbers Part 1, chapters 1 – 18.   _____________________________________________ Numbers – Part 1 Introduction to Numbers: Writer: Probably Moses, though some scholars posit that later statisticians could have provided additional details. The book’s name derives from the census, ordered twice by the Lord, to determine … Continue reading Bible →

DECISIONS By Connie Arnold People have been forced to make decisions since they learned the words ‘yes’ and ‘no’. INDECISION Hugh Lofting wrote The Story of Dr. Doolittle in 1920. How do we know he struggled with indecision? Let’s look at one of his original characters—the Pushmi-Pullyu. This animal was a picture of indecision. It … Continue reading Inspiration →

Moving on with another installment in our “Getting Started Bible”, today we will read the summary of the Book of Leviticus. _____________________________________________ Leviticus Introduction to Leviticus: Writer: As with the other books of the Pentateuch, most evidence points to Moses as the primary writer, with a few other possible contributors. The book’s name derives from … Continue reading Bible →

WHAT DOES YOUR ANGEL LOOK LIKE?                                                                                                                                                  By Connie Arnold When Satan urged Jesus to jump off the mountain, he quoted this scripture to Him: “God will give his angels orders about you. They will catch you in their arms, and you won’t hurt your feet on the stones” (Matthew 4:6 CEV). The Sadducees arrested … Continue reading Inspiration →

We’re back in the PEOPLE room today for a short story about a man named Harry. I wish I could write this story so that it would be an uplifting and encouraging read, but, unfortunately, it is neither of those things, nor does it have a happy ending. Harry was interesting and colorful, blessed with … Continue reading People →

We continue reading our “Getting Started Bible” with  the third and final installment in the Book of Exodus.  _____________________________________________ Exodus—Part 3 Chapter 30. Worship Worship at the Tabernacle: Aaron burns incense at the Altar of Incense each day;Moses collects an atonement tax for the care of the Tabernacle;Aaron and sons are to wash at the … Continue reading Bible →

Here in the PEOPLE room today, I want to share a story about Lillian.   In December, 1963, we were in school at the University of Cincinnati, and we were looking to find a job managing apartments in exchange for one of the units, rent free.  Through the Providence of God, we were able to … Continue reading People →

Editor’s Note:  It seems fitting today as we continue to celebrate the independence of God’s People from Egyptian slavery--the Exodus--on America’s Independence Day, July 4.  We can only imagine that million-voice choir singing in that great celebration we read about last week in Exodus 15.  That celebration continued for many days. Happy Independence Day to … Continue reading Bible →

UNCLUTTER “Such a large crowd of witnesses is all around us! So we must get rid of everything that slows us down, especially the sin that just won’t let go. And we must be determined to run the race that is ahead of us.” (Hebrews 12:1 CEV) When our twin grandsons were young, many times … Continue reading Inspiration →

Today we are continuing our “Getting Started Bible” opening the Book of Exodus.  We will divide the book into two reading sessions.  This is more than a ‘historical’ book, as we are ever reminded of the following from 2 Tim. 3:16: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for … Continue reading Bible →