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Reflections with Andy - Questions: No Oaths?
What does Jesus mean when he tells us, “Let your word be ‘Yes, Yes’ or ‘No, No’”? In Matthew 5:33–37, Jesus challenges the practice of using religious oaths and technicalities to avoid telling the truth. This reflection explores how we sometime...
Reflections with Andy - Questions: The Baptism of the Dead?
So what exactly is Paul getting at when he brings up people being baptized on behalf of the dead in 1 Corinthians 15:29? It’s definitely one of those strange, perplexing verses that makes us stop and say, "What does that even mean?" In today’s ...
Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus: The Covenant and Promises
We wrap up our big-picture journey through Leviticus by looking at chapters 26 and 27. Chapter 26 describes the blessings and consequences associated with Israel's covenant relationship with God, while chapter 27 focuses on vows and things dedi...
Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Importance of Rhythms and Rest
In this reflection, we continue our big-picture journey through Leviticus by exploring chapters 23–25. These chapters describe the appointed festivals, the practices of worship, the Sabbath year, and the Year of Jubilee. From Passover and the F...