Only 1 hour of examinations to go – woohoo! (church history on wednesday)

I feel some more regular blogging emerging…

I’ve noticed that i’ve not stopped to reflect much on these past couple of exams so here goes. A little self indulgent perhaps, but i hope you’ll be encouraged in some way. Even share your own reflections if you’d like.

1. Old Testament theology: I love the hard work that scholars have put into understanding the connections which exist between Genesis – Numbers/Deuteronomy and Deuteronomy – Kings. It’s complicated but has been rewarding to think about it through. Has given me an idea for uni ministry which i’ll get down soon.

2. OT exegesis: was on a few chapters from deuteronomy and 1/2 Samuel. I love hebrew narrative! It has been really hard getting reading speed above crawling pace, but worth it. Love how ambiguity makes writing better, not worse in Samuel.

3. New Testament: A highlight has been working with Rosner/Ciampa’s structure from forthcoming commentary. I like it. What God has done to take down the “strong” and “wise” and raise up the humble and foolish has reminded me again to work hard at thinking like God, not this power obsessed world. It’s encouraged me to keep trusting the weak and foolish cross of Jesus.

I should have known to add “appease wife by removing orthodox priest style beard”. We’ll I’ve done it now (added it to the list, not removed the beard).

It’s getting there…1 or two more months i reckon!!

Just for something random (and what isn’t at reubenland?)

Micro pigs, if you haven’t heard yet…behold: (and beware the terrible jokes)

I personally would prefer a micro goat…you?