Monthly Archives: January 2011

Genesis 42:18-43:34 Two verses in the Bible appear to be virtual opposites.  One is from our passage today and the other is from the book of Romans in the New Testament. In Genesis 42:36, Jacob cries out in distress concerning … Continue reading →

Genesis 41:17-42:17 The first half of the story of Joseph in the Bible is a story of treachery, betrayal, and pain.  Yet throughout those difficult years, God was still working in Joseph’s life.  For all of us, there are seasons … Continue reading →

Genesis 39:1-41:16 We have all had those days when it seemed everything we touch just turns bad.  Sometimes it can be more than a day; it can be a season.  I remember a time in my life about 10 years … Continue reading →

Genesis 37 One of the most amazing stories in the entire Bible is the story of Joseph.  He emerges as one of the great leaders of the Old Testament.  But his leadership is not without great cost and severe testing.  … Continue reading →

Genesis 35 There is an old hymn of the church entitled “Softly and Tenderly.”  It speaks of how Jesus watches and waits for us — He calls us to come home to His mercies and grace.  The chorus goes like this: Come … Continue reading →

Genesis 32 and 33 In the Bible, there is always the “story within the story.”  The Bible is a record of actual historic events and facts.  But, each of these stories are also filled with lessons for us today.  Such … Continue reading →

Genesis31:17-32:12 We often speak of man’s pursuit of God.  It is a desire to know God better, to be in His will, to find His blessings.  It is a hunger for God.  A.W. Tozer wrote a classic book about this … Continue reading →

Genesis 30:1-31:16 This passage could also be called “All in the Family.”  It is a very complex story of what we would today call a dysfunctional family.  The major complicating factor is MULTIPLE WIVES along with their MAIDS.  It is … Continue reading →

Proverbs 3:11-12 and Genesis 28-29. Have you every wondered if God truly loved you?  Ever wondered how you KNOW that God loves you?  These passages reflect some interesting insights.  The Genesis passage tells how Jacob began his long journey of … Continue reading →

Proverbs 3:5-10 Throughout the Bible there are many passages that describe a life blessed by God.  Proverbs 3:5-10 is one of those passages.  It is classic and is worthy of commiting to memory.  Here we find God’s promise to guide us.  … Continue reading →