“My brothers, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” James 1:2-3 (ESV) Trials are a normal part of the Christian life. Notice that the verse doesn’t say “if you fall into various trials,” but instead it says “when you fall into various trials.” […]

“Every man stood in his place around the camp, and all the army ran. They cried out and fled.” Judges 7:21 Gideon was the fifth judge of Israel. God selected him to lead the Israelites against the Midianites. The Midianites were currently fighting over territory in the Promised Land. In verses one through seven, before […]

“Whenever Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed, and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed.” Exodus 17:11 In verses 8-11, Amalek has been a constant enemy for the Israelites for years. Before the battle, Moses tells Joshua to choose some men to fight the Amalekite army. Meanwhile, Moses will stand on top of a […]