by Dr. John DeLancey | Dec 27, 2012 | Context and Culture of the Bible, Everyday Israel
It’s two day after Christmas now, and our family is visiting my wife’s folks in the northwest part of Pennsylvania (actually right on the PA/NY border). Yesterday, I ran 7 miles in a storm storm, feeling like a kid going out to play in the snow. This...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Dec 23, 2012 | General, Tours
The name of Antonio Barluzzi, an Italian Fransciscan monk born in Rome (1884-1960) is a common one among those who designed some of the most prominent churches and chapels in Israel. Barluzzi was the architect behind the most famous church structures such as...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Dec 21, 2012 | Personal Perspectives from Israel, Tours
Ever wonder why Bethlehem was the stage where Jesus was born? Why was it here, in this small Judean village, where God’s redemptive plan would unfold? The prophets foretold of it, yet it is hard to imagine that the birth of the Savior would take place here....
by Dr. John DeLancey | Dec 15, 2012 | Everyday Israel, General
It’s very difficult to write something of a joyous nature in light of the horrendous evil that was displayed in Newtown, CT yesterday. My heart goes out to families who lost precious loved ones. I mourn for this small community. This deadly attack...
by Dr. John DeLancey | Dec 10, 2012 | Context and Culture of the Bible, Historical Geography
One of the most significant verses written by the Apostle Paul is found in Galatians 4:4. On the surface, it’s not a glamorous verse filled with deep theological content in comparison to other Pauline passages. In comparison, it’s a simple...
