Day 128: Mighty Men of Valor (2024)

Fr. Mike points out the passages that highlight the coming of God, and asks us to reflect on whether our response is hope and excitement, or fear and dread. Today's readings are Isaiah 34-36, Baruch 3-4, and Proverbs 11:21-24. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.c ...  Show more

Fr. Mike explains the context of the book of Baruch, he also highlights Isaiah's warning against complacency and how God's justice applies to everyone, even those who don't believe in Him. The readings are Isaiah 32-33, Baruch 1-2, and Proverbs 11:17-20. For the complete reading ...  Show more

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The Greatest of Israel’s Kings

Godward Life Conference | Minneapolis

Resource by David Mathis

Scripture: <a href="https://www.desiringgod.org/scripture/2-samuel/1/messages" target="_blank" rel="noope ...

In the previous session we learned how to select a proper leader, now we look into how to make an elite Army of top fighters. King Saul starts his journey to face the Army of Goliath. Take a few moments to watch. 

Our first reading for this weekend gives us a glimpse of one of the most powerful texts in the Bible—indeed, one of the truly great literary works that has come down to us from the ancient world. I’m talking about the story that we refer to as first and second Samuel. At the h ...

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Desiring God 2008 Conference for Pastors

The Pastor as Father & Son

Resource by Crawford Loritts

Scripture: Joshua 1:1–9 

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