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The Challenge to Moses’ Authority (Numbers 12)

Bible Commentary

In Numbers 12, Moses’ brother and sister, Aaron and Miriam, try to launch a revolt against his authority. They...

Jacob’s Transformation and Reconciliation with Esau (Genesis 32-33)

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After increasing tension with his father-in-law and a business separation in which both men acted less than admirably,...

Abraham’s Dispute with Abimelech (Genesis 20:1-16; 21:22-34)

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When Abraham and Sarah entered the country of King Abimelech, Abimelech inadvertently violated the rules of hospitality,...

Abraham and Sarah’s Hospitality (Genesis 18:1-15)

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The story of Abraham and Sarah’s generous hospitality to three visitors who came to them by the oaks of Mamre is told...

The First Murder (Genesis 4:1-25)

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Genesis 4 details the first murder when Cain kills his brother Abel in a fit of angry jealousy. Both brothers bring the...

People Fall into Sin in Work (Genesis 3:1-24)

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Adam's and Eve’s decisions stretch all the way to the modern workplace.

Relationships and Work (Genesis 1:27; 2:18, 21-25)

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Since God made us inherently relational, relationships are not just incidental to work; they are essential.

God’s Work of Redemption for Israel (Exodus 5:1-6:28)

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In the book of Exodus, God is the essential worker. The nature and intent of that divine work set the agenda for...

Trust and Cooperation Require Truthtelling

Article

Truthtelling builds trust and civil cooperation among human beings. Trust is critical for a prosperous society, and...

Calling to Life, Not Only to Work

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Although we are focusing on God’s call to work, work is only one element of life. God calls us to belong to Christ in...

The Shrewd Manager and the Prodigal Son (Luke 16:1-13; 15:11-32)

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The Parable of the Shrewd Manager (Luke 16:1-13) The key to security about the things we need is not anxious earning...

Passion, Family and Work (Song of Songs 3:1-8:5)

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In a series of songs, the text describes the marriage of the man and woman and their coming together. The woman yearns...