Author Archives: jwm

It’s Mother’s Day, so instead of continuing the series on the Gospel of John, we look at Proverbs 31:10-31. Who is this wonder woman? Why does this poem about her conclude the Book of Proverbs? Women’s magazines may set a … Continue reading →

In our Sunday afternoon Bible study we are in 1 Kings 19, part of the story of Elijah.  ”In the theophany at Horeb we must listen to the Word of the Lord, the Word of God in Jesus Christ as … Continue reading →

Just over a year ago the Commander in Chief of the United States spoke certain orders. In response teams of Navy Seals put into action operation Neptune Spear, which resulted in the death of Osama bin Laden in Abottabad, Pakistan. … Continue reading →

The Pool of Bethesda was a discouraging, even intimidating place. To be sure, the double pool, located north of the Temple area in Jerusalem, was attractive enough. Four covered colonnades lined the sides of the pool, and likely the fifth … Continue reading →

What kind of faith do you have? How good is Jesus at meeting your expectations? Does he seem to be answering your prayers right now, in the way that you expect him to? John 4:43-54 describes a faith that expects … Continue reading →