What stands out about James is there are so many directives on how to live as a Christian. He bounces all over the place using a shot-gun preaching style.
Tag Archives: Brothers
Right hand of fellowship | Galatians 2:6-10
It’s powerful when we of different, opposing cultures or races set those aside for the gospel’s sake. Is there someone you need to “reach across the aisle” to?
Stunned and amazed | Genesis 45:1-3
The brothers are completely stunned and amazed, so much so that they can’t believe it. “The simple statement, ‘I am Joseph,’ must have come like a thunderclap
Indulgent blessing | Genesis 45:21-24
Why does Joseph send a bunch of stuff from Egypt that they’ll have to just bring right back when they move to Egypt? Isn’t that a waste of resources?
Pharaoh’s invitation | Genesis 45:16-20
Pharaoh confirmed Joseph’s promise with his own. Little did he know that he was a willing tool in the hands of a loving God who had arranged all this in advance
And can it be?! | Genesis 45:4-15
This is wonderful news. Not just that Joseph is alive, but that God has provided salvation from the famine such that it won’t destroy them.
Baffled beyond belief | Genesis 44:14-17
On the one hand, they know they didn’t steal the silver cup and aren’t guilty of the crime so don’t deserve any punishment-yet they can’t prove their innocence.
This is the pits! | Genesis 37:18-24
Before he arrives, they quickly plot together how to kill him – kill him then dump him in a water cistern too deep to escape from.
Caught off guard | Genesis 44:4-13
Little did they know that they were about to be caught off guard and framed. They’re accused of an act they didn’t commit – with no recourse to defend against.
Dinner Served | Genesis 43:26-34
As they sit down to eat, a few strange things are observed. First is that they were seated in the correct order from oldest to youngest. How could they know?