Proverbs 31:10-31 speaks of the worth of a good wife to her husband, the manual labor that she does, her fulfillment of responsibilities to those who need her, her ability to provide for her family, and her wisdom in caring for herself so she can share her strength with others. These ideas are presented in a kind of circular pattern throughout those 22 verses.
The second commandment, which forbids the making of “carved” or “graven images,” addresses the subtle temptation to make God manageable. This is not necessarily...
The third commandment is far more than a warning about reputation; it is an invitation into a profound covenant promise. In the ancient world,...
The friendship between a young David and Jonathan, the son of Saul, is one of the most remarkable examples of true friendship in the...