Author Archives: Bill Rasco

I will admit it…I like to be in charge. I think we all do to a certain extent. We like to be in charge of our own decisions. We like to be in charge of where we go and what … Continue reading →

We sing a song at VBS with our kids. It goes… “I want to be like Daniel, I want to be like Ruth! I want to be like Daniel, I want to be like Ruth! For Ruth she was so … Continue reading →

There’s a group of boys playing in my front yard. I stand in the garage and get to listen as they interact. They range from 8 to 10 years old and are intent on playing a “Home Run” game with … Continue reading →

The Book of Judges lists 12 people who served as rulers in Israel after the conquest of Canaan; Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar, Deborah, Gideon, Tola, Jair, Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon, Abdon, and Samson. Some would mention Abimelech in a list of judges, … Continue reading →

With the words of Joshua ringing in their ears, the Israelites now settle the land of Canaan. As the Book of Judges opens, we see a people who cling to God. The men of Judah and Simeon trust the promises … Continue reading →

We’ve done a lot of babysitting in our time and we love it! The funniest part of the experience are those last few minutes as a set of parents is dropping off the child or children and preparing to head … Continue reading →

The very name of Jericho brings to mind thick, strong walls. These are walls that tower over the people of Israel and make them look small in comparison. The walls of this city scream “strength.” They cry out “security!” They … Continue reading →

Spiritual growth is about change. As we walk with God, we are transformed. God works in us to change the way we think, act, behave, and feel. This process of change is not random, nor should it be unexpected. God … Continue reading →

In Deuteronomy 27:1-8, Moses calls the people of Israel to erect stones as they enter Canaan. The stones are to be plastered and then the Law of God is to be written on the stones. This writing is meant to … Continue reading →

On July 4, 1776, the American Continental Congress issues a Declaration of Independence. We look back on this day as the day when the United States took its place on the world stage. We celebrate in one day our country’s … Continue reading →