“The Shulamite lives by a different set of values. One of the most horrible frauds perpetrated on western couples is 'trust your feelings' or 'follow your heart.' Solomon's family must never be left to whims. A wise Shulamite does not… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“God forces us to quantify our religious tenants by measuring them against the family problems they solve. If your religious beliefs aren't solving family… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Would you marry you? Be the right person before seeking the right person. Solomon's bride is carefully chosen for the good of his family,… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Most of us acquire and shed fractions of narcissistic traits throughout our lives. The teachings of Jesus help us shed narcissistic traits. It’s part of a natural life cycle. Victims of true narcissists often leave a church, rather than stay to refute the defamatory whispers from overly defensive leadership. True narcissists comprise about 2% of the population. That percentage skyrockets… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share
“There is so much information in one Hebrew word that translators are hard pressed to decide how much information should be cut. Since the… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Beware young brides: The cruelest behaviors on earth are done in the name of, what some call, 'love.' Therefore, the Shulamite does a much… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“The Bible frequently uses symmetries and inversions. By such comparisons (parallels and contrasts) the unique aspects of reality begin to emerge. Comparing two objects makes their differences increasingly apparent. Only then can we ask, “Why does this one have that, and the other does not?” For instance: The phrase, “and it was 6 good” is present on all the days… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share
“All Abraham's sons were taught that God would progressively reveal Himself. God's wholeness has yet to be realized. There will always be gaps in… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Like your marriage, everything in the universe is trying to find its orbit. In the midst of this constant readjustment, both partners should be… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“About 4,400 years ago 8 people stepped off Noah’s ark. According to the United Nations Population Growth Statistics, the world’s population grows at about .47% per year. That is the growth rate for all civilizations who kept records. Suppose you put $8.00 in the bank 4,400 years ago and received .47% a year. How much money would you have? What… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share
“Members of the flock who demand accountability from sick leaders are quietly pushed out the back door. Mother-Judah had become that kind of leader—a compassionless narcissist. Never burden a narcissist, or you will be quickly discarded. Lamentations, pg Intro” — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share
“Regardless of our assessment of Elimelech, Naomi lost her husband. On the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale, loss of a spouse is the worst… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Not only does every Hebrew word have its own definition, but every Hebrew letter, within the word, has its own meaning. God placed before you a great banquet of universal truths. All this in 22 Hebrew letters. Every letter contains a progressive curriculum designed to teach you about this marvelous world that God gave us. These letters will flavor each… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share
