hesed ◦ lovingkindness

The temple was not just a place where people worshiped. The temple was actually modeled after a garden–the first place where God’s presence caused heaven and earth to overlap.Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

When we think of a helper, we tend to think of an assistant or servant, but that’s not true of the biblical word. The word ezer didn’t mean a menial servant, but an ally in war. Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

We all want peace, but our English idea is just a glimpse of the Hebrew word shalom. And true shalom, in its fullest expression, is the kingdom of heaven. Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

When we imagine God being angry, we usually picture him smiting someone with lightning. But when God is angry, he doesn’t do what we might expect—he gives us what we want.Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

There are few things that can make us more uncomfortable than how the Bible talks about Slavery. But what if it is saying something completely different than we ever imagined?Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

If you tell your friend they’re gutsy, you mean they’re brave or reckless, but in Hebrew it would mean they’re compassionate. So what do guts have to do with compassion?Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

The idea of the nations is not just a side conversation of biblical text—it's actually one of the most important subjects. But what if the Hebrew word “nation” didn’t mean what we mean?Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

The concept of idolatry can seem ancient and bizarre, especially in biblical literature. Yet idol practices were far more prevalent and disturbing than we often realize, and more relatable than we would like to think. Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

Righteousness does not just mean someone has a great personal life with the LORD. It has implications for how we treat others–doing to others what is right in God’s eyes. Support us on PatreonFollow us on Instagram

Love means more than liking something, and actually more than feeling something profound. Biblical love did not actually have to do with feelings, enjoyment, or fulfillment, but so much more.Support us on Patreon for $5/monthFollow us on Instagram