The sacrificial system of the Old Testament was the rhythm and practice of the people of God for many generations. It brought about reminders of the authority of God and the sin of the people. God used these sacrifices as temporary atonement for sin and a foreshadowing of the permanent sacrifice of Jesus that was to come.  Some Old...

This post is written by Matt Stewart and is published as a companion to Unit 10, Session 2 of The Gospel Project for Adults Vol. 4 (Summer 2022): From Unity to Division. When getting to know someone, a person will usually ask at some point in the conversation something like “So, where are you from?” It’s a straightforward question...

Gilgal was a place the Israelites knew well. It was the first place their ancestors set foot in the promised land; the place where they built a memorial of 12 stones after crossing the Jordan with the ark of the covenant; a place that they looked back on and remembered the power, greatness, and provision of God. Gilgal wasn’t...

The following are the additional resources for From Captivity to the Wilderness, the second volume of The Gospel Project’s current study cycle for adults and students.

This post is written by Matt Stewart and is published as a companion to Unit 10, Session 1 of The Gospel Project for Adults Vol. 4 (Summer 2022): From Unity to Division. I once made the news for my involvement in a spelunking incident. Eighth grade boys usually aren’t known for cave exploration, but that’s precisely what my junior...

It can happen to any of us: We look at our circumstances, forecast a coming trial or opportunity, and act accordingly—only to find out that the situation doesn’t play out quite like we expected.  This is precisely what happened in 1 Samuel 8–10. The people of Israel, while assessing their circumstances, discerned that Samuel’s days were numbered. They recognized...