July 22, 2009
by Julian Freeman
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RBY Scott, in his book The Way of Wisdom (New York: MacMillan, 1971, 144-147) offers eight solutions / perspectives to take on the problem of human suffering. These perspectives are based on his analysis of Old Testament wisdom literature in particular. … Continue reading
February 23, 2009
by Julian Freeman
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If you’re on my Bible reading plan (there are at least two of you that I know of ) or any other similar plan, there’s a good chance you’re finding yourself smack-dab in the middle of Leviticus right now. That’s … Continue reading
September 11, 2008
by Julian Freeman
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Isn’t it funny how things just seem to come together in your life at different points in time to reinforce certain lessons in your mind? In my recent readings through 1 Samuel, I’ve been encouraged to think about friendship again. … Continue reading
September 10, 2008
by Julian Freeman
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Genesis gives an interesting picture of Abraham. There were times when he was faithful and times when he was not, but overall the NT looks back on him as the prototypical ‘man of faith’ who will inherit the promises of … Continue reading
September 3, 2008
by Julian Freeman
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Saul is a foil character. A foil character exists as a backdrop against which the positive traits of the protagonist may be displayed. It’s bizarre that Saul would be one, because everyone in his day thought he was going to … Continue reading
September 2, 2008
by Julian Freeman
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In the Lord’s providence, we finished up our morning series in James and our evening series in Galatians on this past Sunday. It was quite interesting to me that both sermons finished with exhortations to Christians to be confronting sin … Continue reading
September 14, 2006
by Julian Freeman
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In my own devotions I’ve just finished reading through the book of Isaiah. I must say that I think one of the reasons why our churches today are so weak and shallow, and have such a small view of God … Continue reading