3 Golan Heights Sites with Odd Names and Curious HistoriesEast of the Sea of Galilee, a long plateau rises above the surrounding basins. For thousands of years, the Golan Read More 3 Golan Heights Sites with Odd Names and Curious Histories
What is Forgiveness?Some people collect stamps. Some collect antiques. And others, it seems, collect offenses. Ask them what any person has done Read More What is Forgiveness?
Why You’ll Never Find the Bottom of Your BibleWe have thousands of questions on dozens of issues the Bible never addresses. On other topics though, it seems it’s Read More Why You’ll Never Find the Bottom of Your Bible
Jericho—Joshua’s Battle Continues TodayOn the monochrome landscape north of the Dead Sea, a conspicuous green splotch appears at the western edge of the Read More Jericho—Joshua’s Battle Continues Today
Tiberias—There’s More to See than Just HotelsThe New Testament never records Jesus visiting Tiberias. However a number of His followers came from there (John 6:23). Today, Read More Tiberias—There’s More to See than Just Hotels
Exploring Israel’s Timna ParkEarlier this year I visited Israel’s Timna Park for the first time in years. Most visitors to Israel never see Read More Exploring Israel’s Timna Park
Ein Bokek and Ein Feshkha—Oases of Grace in a Surprising PlaceLife at the Dead Sea sounds like an oxymoron. After all, nothing but microbes can survive in the brine. But Read More Ein Bokek and Ein Feshkha—Oases of Grace in a Surprising Place
Tombs in Israel You Can Walk in (and Out)Ancient tombs lay open many places in Israel. With their original inhabitants decomposed, stolen, or relocated, these unoccupied sepulchers offer Read More Tombs in Israel You Can Walk in (and Out)
I’m Writing a New Book, and I’d Like Your OpinionI’m excited to say my new book releases next year, published by Baker Publishing Group! The book will look at Read More I’m Writing a New Book, and I’d Like Your Opinion
What Playing Guitar Taught Me about the Spiritual LifeAn interest in my stepdad’s guitar at age 15 sparked an interest God has used to guide my life. I’m Read More What Playing Guitar Taught Me about the Spiritual Life
Caves in Israel—Manmade and God-madeWhen you think of ancient Israel, it’s likely you don’t think of caves. And yet, the country has literally thousands Read More Caves in Israel—Manmade and God-made
Please Take My 2014 Reader Survey!I want to make my blog more relevant to your needs and interests. To do that, I need to know Read More Please Take My 2014 Reader Survey!