In-Depth Studies
18
Dec
Merry Christmas, Tradition, Part 1 of 2
Author: Paul Lehr
December 25 is the day we culturally celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. He was born in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:1, Luke 2:3). The point Christ was born in Bethlehem is also confirmed twice by an enemy of Jesus, King Herod. In Matthew 2:8 Herod sent the Magi to...
18
Dec
The Pride of Man is his Greatest Weakness
Author: Guy Micholic
Throughout the entirety of human history, a reoccurring cycle of events has played itself out, always starting with the unbridled love, grace and generosity of an awesome and All Powerful Creator God. The beauty and wonder of creation is a testimony of his desire to bestow blessings and...
13
Dec
Birth of Jesus: Hills of Bethlehem
Author: Paul Lehr
Micah 5:2 But as for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you One will go forth for Me to be ruler in Israel. His goings forth are from long ago, from the days of eternity.
The first mention of Bethlehem in the Bible is...
08
Dec
Israel Targets Damascus Military Air Base…Allegedly
Author: Paul Lehr
Isaiah 17:1 The oracle concerning Damascus. “Behold, Damascus is about to be removed from being a city and will become a fallen ruin.”
The original Hebrew is interesting in the description. Damascus is going to be wiped out. The grammar states it is going to be taken away and...
03
Dec
Obama Delays US Embassy Move to Jerusalem
Author: Paul Lehr
Zechariah 12:2 “Behold, I am going to make Jerusalem a cup that causes reeling to all the peoples around; and when the siege is against Jerusalem, it will also be against Judah.
The verses from Zechariah 12 have global implications. Essentially, the world is against Jerusalem, Israel as noted...
02
Dec
The Winds of Change Fan the Flames
Author: Andrew Smith
I want to share something I wrote in 2014. It is short yet profound and then I want to comment on some current events that are unfolding. There are some that will call me a Monday morning quarterback and that’s ok. Anyone that follows my outspoken nature through...
30
Nov
Turkey’s Erdogan Vows to Topple Syria’s Assad
Author: Paul Lehr
Isaiah 17:12 Alas, the uproar of many peoples who roar like the roaring of the seas, and the rumbling of nations who rush on like the rumbling of mighty waters!
The context of this verse is regarding the Burden of Damascus. Parallel passages for the Burden of Damascus include Isaiah...
28
Nov
Israel: The Consequences of Dividing God’s Land
Author: Zebulon Rogers
“Blessed is everyone who blesses you, And cursed is everyone who curses you.” Numbers 24:9
The United Nations are on the precipice of a great humbling. As has been widely reported, on December 12th the UN will hold another vote that would otherwise decide the fate of Israel under...
25
Nov
Super Bowl 46 on 2/5/2012
Author: Michael J. Fox
I’m not into conspiracy theories, some may disagree, but what I do is see patterns. I acquired this trait from years of teaching, coaching and playing various sports throughout my life. I’ve recently retired from a teaching career. To be honest, I truly thought I would be...
16
Nov
Wag the Dragon
Author: Andrew Smith
Anyone who follows my writings knows that I am a sucker for a play on words. Hence the above title. It is play on the phrase "wag the dog". To go ahead and set the flavor of this article let's look at the meaning of said phrase. The...
