Just Passing Through “They came to Ephesus, and he left them there, but he himself went into the synagogue and reasoned with the Jews.” — Acts 18:19 (CSB) Background Ephesus was no ordinary city. It was one of the most powerful and influential cities in the Roman Empire—famous for its harbor, culture, commerce, and especially … Continue reading The Sacred Places: Ephesus
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Caleb: The Dog Who Followed Wholeheartedly
The Hebrew name Caleb (כָּלֵב) often gets translated as something odd to our modern ears: “dog.” That alone might make you pause. In ancient times, dogs were not cuddly house pets. They were scavengers—often seen as unclean and wild. So why would a man of such courage and faith carry a name like that? Well, … Continue reading Caleb: The Dog Who Followed Wholeheartedly