You have heard it said that Jesus is in the Old Testament, and you wonder where in the Bible he's found.If that speaks to your heart, then this new book is for you!You will see every place where Jesus is found in the Tanakh, or the Old Testament. You will see him in the first five books of the Bible written by Moses. You will hear the ancient Prophets foretell of the Messiah and then you will see him in the Psalms and Proverbs.When those two men walked on that road ...

The parish register presents a poetic exploration of village life, capturing the rhythms, hardships, and small joys that shape a rural community. The work opens with an introduction to the parish register, through which the lives of inhabitants—especially the poor—are chronicled, highlighting births, marriages, and deaths as markers of the passage of time. Early reflections focus on individual villagers, depicting frugality, labor, and the variety of experiences that define communal existe...

The borough presents a poetic exploration of a seaside community shaped by shifting rhythms of labor, landscape, and human connection. The work opens with sweeping descriptions of the shoreline, using vivid imagery to highlight the contrast between the calm of the countryside and the movement of a bustling port. Early reflections introduce a setting defined by the constant pull of the sea, where daily routines revolve around changing tides, hard work, and the uncertainties of maritime life...

English village life and villagers in the east of England in the late 1700’s and early 1800s—is the subject of The Borough. George Crabbe was an English poet, surgeon, and clergyman. He is best known for his early use of the realistic narrative form and his descriptions of middle and working-class life and people. Lord Byron, an avowed admirer of Crabbe's poetry, described him as "nature's sternest painter, yet the best." Crabbe's poetry was predominantly in the form of heroic couplets, an...

The Village is Crabbe’s corrective to the rosy-tinted view of English village and rural working class life. He was a stark realist, as a priest and surgeon having been privy to so much of actual, rather than ideal, life. The Library is his appreciation of the value of books and literature. George Crabbe was an English poet, surgeon, and clergyman. He is best known for his early use of the realistic narrative form and his descriptions of middle and working-class life and people. Lord Byron ...

He had a miraculous birth. He was the father's most beloved son. His brothers who were the shepherds of the fathers flock hated him and conspired to kill him. He was sold for pieces of silver and handed over to the gentiles. He was later falsely accused and sent to the place of the condemned by the gentile leader. While being punished with the guilty he tells the fate of two men with him. One is freed and restored to life in the kings palace, the other is sentenced to death and cursed. Lat...

The place was Jerusalem and the year was 32 c.e. It was three days after the Passover festival and the first day of the week. Two men were beginning their two hour walk back to their home town of Emmaus. They were sad because only three days earlier their leader named Jesus, who was their teacher and their hope for the future was killed.As they walked along with their faces long and depressed, they were interrupted by a strange man who asked them, "Why are you two so sad?"N...

This book takes you into great detail of the "Worm" found in Psalm 22, verse six. You will see how it was used to make scarlet dye in ancient Israel and how it is part of the redemptive process of Israel today. Written 1000 years BC (BCE) by King David, it is prophetic, just as the teachers of that day knew it was speaking of the future Messiah.

The village and the newspaper presents a poetic examination of rural life and the evolving influence of media, blending social observation with literary critique. The work opens with depictions of village hardships, portraying the labor, illness, and struggles faced by impoverished inhabitants, as well as the broader indifference of society to their suffering. Early reflections emphasize the resilience and vulnerability of individuals navigating a harsh environment, highlighting the contra...

The development of meaningful relationships, where every member carries a significant sense of belonging, is central to what it means to be the church. So why do many Christians feel disappointed and disillusioned with their efforts to experience authentic community? Despite the best efforts of pastors, small group leaders, and faithful lay persons, church too often is a place of loneliness rather than connection.Church can be so much better. So intimate and alive. The Connecting Church te...

We need companions on our spiritual journey.The modern world has taught us to value autonomy and individualism. Our churches often see spirituality as personal and private. But we cannot go long in our Christian pilgrimage before realizing that isolation leads to spiritual barrenness. We soon discover that our souls long for accompaniment, intimacy and spiritual friendship. As a result, many Christians today are rediscovering the ancient practice of spiritual direc...

Where does God want me to walk? What path do I take? These 90 devotional readings, each based on a specific biblical place, invite readers to embark on their own spiritual journey. As the spectacular backdrop of biblical lands unfolds, readers gain insights on how the lives of those in the Bible were shaped and influenced by the contours of the countries they lived in. Pertinent Scripture, historical quotes, and a prayer for each day further help the reader apply the truths of the devotion...