Jan 05

Agrippa utters the saddest phrase of the New Testament as he fails to break from his roots.

Jan 12

Many legends surround the mysterious Simon Magus, who struggled escaping a need for respect.

Jan 19

Naaman's feelings of superiority nearly separated him from his family and may even cost him his life.

Jan 26

Michal's youth as daughter of a turbulent king shaped her priorities as the wife of a worshipful king.

Feb 2

John-Mark's life is one of pushing borders until a small comfort zone is expanded to usefulness.

Feb 9

Perhaps it doesn't sound much better, but the stereotype of Thomas has a better explanation.

Feb 16

Ishmael is born into a situation not of his making, but was still responsible to control his emotions.

Feb 23

A notorious person in both biblical and secular history changes history by embarrasing his wife.

Mar 2

Phoebe demonstrates one of the greatest abilities that we can have, despite numerous reasonable concern.

Mar 9

Two candidates to fill a disreputable position show what it means to serve without recognition.

Mar 16

The apostle Philip shows limitations of mind, which are sometimes confused with a lack of faith.

Mar 23

The first missionary tries to balance productivity with reasonable concerns in a turbulent time. 

Mar 30

One prophet fills the gap between two better known prophets, frustrating a notorious king in the process.

Apr 6

Three nameless widows define faith when faced with the conflict of of being down to their last.

Apr 13

An anonymous girl is an example of empathy though she suffered circumstances which enrage us today.