Succession planning is a hot topic in the business world right now. While we don't talk about it in the church (except about who will take over leadership of a ministry or church) it's critically important). Succession planning in the life of faith is really just Discipleship. The Importance of Discipleship is something we often…

During Israel's time in the wilderness, God works to show them his power and faithfulness. But despite God's efforts, when Israel faces its greatest test, it fails. On the precipice of the Promised Land, the Israelites refuse to enter when they discover the land is filled with powerful people. This is why the spies don't…

  Would it seem odd to you to hear God say that it's Party Time? Partying isn't just something God is OK with, it's something he commands (Read it for yourself in Exodus 23:10-17). The problem with partying isn't our desire to celebrate. Rather, it's why and how we celebrate. As the lyricist in "Hotel…

When the Israelites get over the high of having escaping Egypt and settle into life in the wilderness, they begin to wonder where their food will come from.  After all, food doesn't grow in the wilderness. Their fear leads them to accuse Moses and Aaron of leading them to their deaths. In spite of their…

The story of the Israelites passing through the Red Sea is one of the great deliverance stories of the Bible. In this act, God shepherds his people from slavery to freedom. And this action serves as a useful paradigm for us to understand why God allows us to experience spiritual challenges. Israel finds itself stuck…