Bible – Page 8 – AFTER+MATH

Why Did Jesus Curse the Fig Tree?

Do you remember that strange story in the Gospels where Jesus had a personal vendetta against a plant? If you’ve ever done landscaping before, then you know it’s possible to have very strong hatred for the weeds and plants that invade your garden. It’s even a struggle to keep from cursing at those weeds–probably not theContinueContinue reading “Why Did Jesus Curse the Fig Tree?”

When a Man Loves a Harlot… (Part 1)

[Jacob Morrison is a new contributor on this blog. He is an Assistant Pastor at Palmetto Hills Presbyterian Church in Simpsonville, SC.] Hosea is the perfect opening book for the minor prophets because it clearly shows the relationship between the redeeming power of God and the radically depraved nature of man. If you read throughContinueContinue reading “When a Man Loves a Harlot… (Part 1)”

‘Taking God at His Word’ by Kevin DeYoung

Few Christians would pick up a book entitled Doctrines of the Holy Scripture. And that is precisely why Kevin DeYoung’s latest book is entitled Taking God at His Word. With ease and clarity, DeYoung spends 144 brief pages explaining why the Scriptures are sufficient, clear, authoritative, and necessary for the Christian life. Ultimately, DeYoung demonstrates his own submission toContinueContinue reading “‘Taking God at His Word’ by Kevin DeYoung”

‘The Art of Biblical Narrative’ by Robert Alter

Some books you read straight through from cover to cover in one sitting. Some books you struggle through over the course of several months, eventually giving up long before the end. Some books require that you consume them in small chewable amounts. The Art of Biblical Narrative by Robert Alter is of the last variety. ContinueContinue reading “‘The Art of Biblical Narrative’ by Robert Alter”

Church Discipline is Baaaa-d.

That might possibly be the most terrible pun of a title I have come up with to date. Oh well, onward and upward. Does this sound familiar–“When your brother sins against you, go to him and tell him his fault…”? We all recognize this passage from Matthew 18:15-17; it’s the one about church discipline. Many churches areContinueContinue reading “Church Discipline is Baaaa-d.”

Without Y’all, You’re Misinterpreting Your Bible

Let’s all be honest here for a moment. We are self-centered–especially when we read the Bible. When you read the word “you” in your Bible, who do you immediately think of? Your sister? Your wife? Your boss? Of course not. You think: “This is talking to me.” That’s my point. Whenever you read “you” inContinueContinue reading “Without Y’all, You’re Misinterpreting Your Bible”

All We’ve Left Unsaid: Bill Nye and Ken Ham

Last night I tuned in with over a half million other viewers to watch the “Scopes Trial” of our generation–okay, that’s a huge overstatement. However, it was a nostalgic experience for me. On the one side, I was watching “The Science Guy”, a man I loved to watch on T.V. as a kid. On theContinueContinue reading “All We’ve Left Unsaid: Bill Nye and Ken Ham”