John Mark Hicks

Texts to Know Deuteronomy 4.32-40Deuteronomy 7.7-9, 12 (NIV)Psalm 67Isaiah 61.1-6Hebrews 12.18-241 Peter 2.9-10 (Structural Note: We need to remember that the Book of Exodus is itself part of a larger Story of the Torah: Genesis to Deuteronomy.  When the freed slaves arrive at Mt. Sinai the narrative slows down. Israel will remain camped at the […]

Abby Kaplan joins Bobby Valentine and John Mark Hicks to talk about Psalm 45. This royal wedding song has both an original significance in Israel and a messianic meaning. The Psalm, sung by Israel, desires a king of justice, humility, and truth, and celebrates the inclusion of a woman from outside of Israel. Ultimately, the […]