Dr. Eric Stricker

Exodus 21-22 ; Proverbs 5:1-14 ; Mark 2:18–3:30 "An Eye, A Face, and A Hand" © by Terri L. Stricker - Original Pencil Sketch on Paper In Exodus 21-22, we find God’s general regulations for living – given specifically to the Israelites – but meaningful and useful for us all, both Jew and Gentile alike.  In chapter 21, we see the legal regulations that governed relationships between masters and servants (also slaves) and the processes for their redemption.  In Scripture, redemption is always ...

Exodus 19-20 ; Psalm 22:12-21 ; Mark 1:29–2:17 "Multicolored Variation, II" © by Terri L. Stricker - Original Mixed Media on Paper Today’s readings cover a broad variety of topics.  God’s Word is such a resource of treasures!  In Exodus 19-20, we observe the Israelites along their journey to Mt. Sinai.  This is a pivotal chapter both in Exodus and in their history; the Israelites are about to make a monumental choice that will affect their spiritual direction forever – and true to human...

Exodus 17-18 ; Psalm 22:1-11 ; Mark 1:1-28 "My Left Hand" © by Terri L. Stricker - Original Pencil Sketch on Paper We have already witnessed the Israelites’ whining in the wilderness (cf., Exodus 16:2).  Today, in Exodus 17-18, we see them “ quarreling  with Moses and grumbling  against him” (Exodus 17:2-3).  They ask him, “Why did you bring us up out of Egypt?” (verse 3) – as if they had no interest in leaving Egypt.  How foolish and forgetful they were (and sometimes, we are, too)! God...