“There is a payoff for examining the divine author's literary style. It will tell you something about Him. Whereas, Jonah's actions are extensively described and laboriously detailed, God's reactions (although miraculous) are only described in sparse, minimalist terms. God seems… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“This is a simple study. Yet, you can use this book to see deeper into the personality of God. I find it heartwarming that God was like a concerned parent who continuously moved the dialogue forward. Notice that Jonah was… — 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… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“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… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“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… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“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… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“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… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
