The patriarch Jacob had twelve sons, but his favorite was Joseph. He showed his preference by making Joseph a special garment (Genesis 37:3). Its description is variously translated: “coat [or tunic] of many colors,” “richly ornamented robe,” “long robe with sleeves.” Whatever it looked like exactly, this coat was exceptional. And the events surrounding it make Joseph’s coat an apt symbol for some of the failures that plague people in every age.

A Symbol of Parental Favoritism

Joseph was Jacob’s favorite because he was born to him in old…

Holy Kisses, Holy Hugs, and Holy Elbow Bumps “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples because you love one another” (John 13:35). Love is seen in the way we react to each other as we meet … Read More →

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Lately, I have been thinking a lot about the time Peter walked on water and our Lord’s remarks to him when he sank. I can't help but feel it's incredibly related to our lives now and I want to take a look at what Jesus actually said and what He did not say. 

First, He did not rebuke Peter for looking at the storm. We know Jesus has the power to calm storms with a word (Matthew 8:23-27). We also know He is God (John 8:24) and knows all things; so clearly, He would have expected Peter to look at the…

Enlightened, Empowered, Lost Dear friend, it’s been a long time since I’ve seen you smile. Oh, I see you “smiling” in social media posts, but there is a distinct difference in your smile today, versus 2-3 years ago. You’ve lost … Read More →

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LA MUERTE EN LA VENTANA Recientemente observé en los pasillos de Walmart un libro; el titulado “La mujer en la ventana”. No tengo ni la más mínima idea de que trata el libro, sin embargo inmediatamente me hizo pensar en … Read More →

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“You Don’t Care about Me!” Recently I received a phone call from someone asking for benevolence. After she explained her situation, I offered to take her information so that our deacon of benevolence could get in touch. Most people are … Read More →

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Looking at the Cross The way Christians look at the cross of Jesus is vastly different from the way the ungodly look at it. Paul sums it all up in these words, “It pleased God through the foolishness of the … Read More →

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