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Humiliation at Christmas

They all condemned him as worthy of death. Then some began to spit at him; they blindfolded him, struck him with their fists, and said, “Prophesy!” And the guards took him and beat him. Mark 14:64-65 As we enter Advent, I’ve … Continue reading

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What Happens When God’s Messengers Challenge Authority?

“Then a new king, to whom Joseph meant nothing, came to power in Egypt.” Exodus 1:8 The story of Moses begins where the story of Joseph ends: in Egypt. There are some interesting parallels between the two: Both were unlikely … Continue reading

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Joseph the Greedy Opportunist?

“You’ve saved our lives. If you wish, we will be Pharaoh’s slaves.” – Genesis 47:25 The story of Joseph is truly a remarkable one.  He’s sold into slavery by his brothers, falsely accused and unjustly imprisoned, only to become the … Continue reading

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