Joshua 20-21 – How Binding is a Promise?
How binding is a promise? Some would say, it depends on things like: Who made the promise? What was the promise? When was the promise made? What has changed since … Read more
Joshua 12-19 – Is Close Enough Enough?
In Joshua chapters 12-19, you see two different standards on display… “Close enough for government work.” “A job worth doing is worth doing right.” In these chapters, you read how … Read more
Joshua 11 – War Takes Time
You have to be careful when you read the Bible, or you could easily be deceived. This statement may sound blasphemous or just plain wrong, so let me explain. I’m … Read more
Joshua 10 – Are You Dependent or Overconfident?
I remember learning to ride a bike as a child. There were times when I had this great boost of confidence. I would think, “I really am doing it! I … Read more
Joshua 9 – Do You Shoot First and Ask Questions Later?
“Shoot first and ask questions later.” This statement calls one to make quick decisions, and worry about whether it was the “right” decision later. There may be some rare occasions … Read more
Joshua 8 – Confidence
Confidence. It’s an attractive character trait. It’s something most people wish they had more of. The problem is, confidence is not a stand alone, self-contained commodity. It doesn’t just exist … Read more
When You Fight, Point the Fire Extinguisher in the Right Direction
Fred and Alice (not their real names) came into my office because they had been fighting over Fred’s failure to let Alice know when he would be home from work. … Read more
Joshua 7 – Small Matters
Small matters. This truth struck me one day when I discovers termites in my house. They were so small, the termite inspector had to get a magnifying glass to determine … Read more