Crossing Jordan

If you were standing near the Jordan River several miles north of the Dead Sea on the morning after the two spies returned from Jericho, you would have encountered a phenomenon that would have made you fall over in amazement. Picture this scene in your mind. Standing on the eastern brink of the river are … Continue reading Crossing Jordan

The beginning of eternal joy

If you were at the Mass Choir concert this past Sunday evening, you witnessed the beginning of eternal joy. If you did not attend, you ought to go to the concert this coming Sunday at First Byron CRC. Hearing so many voices declare praise to our God sends shivers down our backs. “Beautiful Savior! Lord … Continue reading The beginning of eternal joy

Rahab and the spies

Israel was about to cross the Jordan; they were only days away from embarking on the conquest of Canaan. Just before the crossing, however, we read that Joshua sent two spies to take a look at Jericho. Jericho sat just west of the Jordan River, a few miles north of the Dead Sea; it was … Continue reading Rahab and the spies