Many are surprised to see that prostitution and sex work is discussed in the Bible. Prostitutes are referred to as “Harlots”— a woman who sells her body for sexual use. There are three female ...

Chad Thesen is a passionate fan of anime, video games, series, and films (Both animated and live-action). Many years of experience have left him with a deep knowledge of these mediums' intricacies and ...

The caricature of Rahab and other female characters in Scripture often sidelines their contribution. Several years ago, I was invited to write the notes for a new women’s study Bible. The project was ...

Much of the international pressure Israel faces in its ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza is premised on the belief that large swaths of Gazans would love nothing more than simply living in their own ...

In the New Testament book of Hebrews, chapter 11 is often referred to as "the faith hall of fame" chapter. We are reminded of some spiritual "heavy hitters." Many of them are known for being a part of ...

But Joshua spared Rahab the prostitute, with her family and all who belonged to her, because she hid the men Joshua had sent as spies to Jericho. Rahab had three strikes against her. She was a ...

Matthew 1: 5 Salmon was the father of Boaz (whose mother was Rahab). Boaz was the father of Obed (whose mother was Ruth). Obed was the father of Jesse. Jesse was the father of David. Several years ago ...