It was a dangerous job that left them sleep deprived, and it was for an evil man who was now dead. But they risked their lives for it anyway. Saul was a pretty awful king and person. He was insecure, jealous, and rebellious. He disobeyed God by keeping some of the plunder after the Amalekite […]
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1. “Thoughts Upon the African Slave Trade,” by John Newton: John Newton, a former slave trader who was later converted, starts this pamphlet with a key verse: “All things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.” Matthew 7:12. He […]
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The blatant disrespect of atheism
The greatest immorality is not murder, hatred, cheating on your spouse, or homosexuality. The greatest immorality is rejecting Christ as Savior and failing to acknowledge God. Romans 1 is famous for listing sins that unbelievers commit, and I think the worst of all the sins is the one mentioned in verse 28a: “Furthermore, since they […]
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Plan for people to miss work
“Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” – Mike Tyson Plan for the unexpected, because it will happen. Advice for managers or owners: don’t plan or expect for all of your employees to be running full steam all of the time. In fact, plan for employees to have unexpected things come […]
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The story of Joseph and Judah
So much of the story of Joseph in the Bible is not just about Joseph. It’s really the story of Joseph and Judah. Jacob preferred Rachel over Leah, but God chose Leah to bear the child (Judah) who would be the ancestor of Christ (Luke 3:33-34, Matthew 1:2-3). Judah’s offspring would also be part of […]
Spreadsheets and Overalls 