I just finished binge-watching “Station Eleven” on HBOMax. It was a weird but strangely compelling story. It jumped all over the globe and the timeline, but everything came together perfectly in the final episode. As the final credits were rolling, I realized that all stories are just one story: the…
This post is part of the series, “Read the Bible in a Year.” The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is that when I am distressed and lost, and can’t find my way, if I call on God he will give me rest, peace, and show…
This post is part of the series, “Read the Bible in a Year.” The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is that humans need mythology, and constant course corrections. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Genesis 5-6: 1) Greek and Roman mythology…
The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is lean in toward God. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Genesis 3-4: 1) We have a spiritual enemy and he is continuously temping us into rebellion against what is good for us. Steven Pressfield…
The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is that rest isn’t optional. Rest is actually a part of the creative process. I have a tendency to work until I drop. That’s not what we’re supposed to do. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is [primary takeaway]. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Leviticus 7-8 – Details of the sacrifice of reparation, praise, general rules, and consecration of priests. Luke…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is to “fear” God is wisdom itself. My primary take-away from each of the passages was this: Exodus 29-30 – Details about the consecration of priests and offerings, the alter,…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is wisdom is available to all who seek it. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Exodus 27-28 – More details about the construction of the sanctuary.…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is I commit my distress to God and leave it in his hands. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Exodus 25-26 – Though God requires no…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The most important message I picked up from today’s readings overall is be grateful in all things, acknowledge the help we receive, and give back. My primary takeaway from each of the passages was this: Exodus 21-22 – Detailed examples of…