Jenny L. Hassell
Still Waters: Harnessed
What God Made Me Think About This Week“Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.”Matthew 5:5 This week, I wrestled with what Biblical meekness really means. Matthew 5:5 has always bothered me because I have never been meek a single day in my life. So, naturally, I decided to take this up with … Read more
Got Milk? I Mean…Water?
Red Sea Jordan River Sea of Galilee Dead Sea Mediterranean Sea Nile River Stay hydrated with free refills….but only if you pass the quiz.
Field Notes: Nile River
The Nile River was the lifeline of ancient Egypt, providing water, food, and transportation. It is where Moses was placed in a basket and found by Pharoah’s daughter (Exodus 2). It is where the first plague occurred, when the water was turned to blood (Exodus 7). The Nile played a central role in Egypt’s power … Read more
Field Notes: Mediterranean Sea
The Mediterranean Sea formed the western boundary of the land of Israel. It was a major route for travel and trade in the ancient world. The Apostle Paul traveled across it during his missionary journeys, including his voyage to Rome. It is where Paul was shipwrecked on his way to Rome (Acts 27). Jesus’s ministry … Read more