Tag: Tim Laniak
David’s Detour from Royalty – Exploring the Caves of Adullam
David was very good at a lot of things—shepherding flocks, fighting wild animals and Philistines and playing his harp. He was also good at hiding…
From Ruth to David to Jesus – In Bethlehem’s Shepherd’s Fields
It wasn’t that long ago that we were in the fields of Bethlehem with Ruth and Boaz. Let’s connect their story to David’s and look…
Families, Flocks and Fields – Understanding David’s World
Do you ever wonder what it was really like to grow up in Bethlehem? Let’s visit some olive groves with a farmer’s sheep to put…
Father and Son at Michmash
Jonathan is certainly a bright light in the dark tragedy of King Saul. Let’s visit one site where his remarkable faith almost got him killed…
Ashkelon – One of the Five Mighty Philistine Cities
The Philistines seek to rule the same land the Israelites believe God has given to them. This creates a rivalry that will go on for…
God’s Provision in Bethlehem – Ruth, Passover and a Coming King
The story of Ruth has echoes of stories from the Pentateuch, and even more dramatically sets the stage for what’s to come. Let’s visit the…
Shechem
Now that you have learned a bit about Shechem and its importance in Judges, let’s make a quick visit to explore some stories that all…