1. Psalm 1 shows us the true state of life and death.
  2. This majestic Psalm reminds us who is in charge and Lord of all.
  3. The heavens declare the glory of God, and we are wise to meditate on God's revelation through creation.
  4. Psalm 37 shows us that God is making all things new, and covering His own with protection.
  5. We asked Chad Bird about what it means to wrestle with God. Later this summer, he's coming out with his book on Jacob: "Limping with God." Our discussion went from Jacob being renamed to "Israel" which means "wrestles with God" and how wrestling with God was a keyhole to the crucifixion.
  6. We are discussing "I can do all things through Christ" in context of the rest of the passage, and then we discuss the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac (rather... not sacrificing him) and whether or not Christians are called to sacrifice. Is that what this passage is talking about?
  7. Jesus came not only for the sheep, but apparently for the dogs as well. You won't believe what happens when she asks for a favor.
  8. Dr. Paulson continues working through Paul's use of Exodus in his letter to the Romans.
  9. It's easy to look at our faith through an emotional lens. Are you on an emotional high, or an emotional low? Are you on a mountaintop, or are things silent in the valley? What happens to your faith when you aren't "feeling it."
  10. Dr. Paulson continues to talk about trial by observing the different ways the story of Abraham has been taught.
  11. Sow, Jesus seeds a parable and a pun, and lettuce understand. But when the corn grows, what ears hear and what ears don't?