-
Discussion Questions: Marriage & Relationship, Part 2
Naming and Storytelling Of the four stories we’re reviewing (Pt 1: Jacob/Leah/Rachel, Naomi/Ruth/Boaz; Pt 2: Abram/Sarai, Hosea/Gomer): Which two names and meanings resonate with you and why? What does your name mean? What is the root or history of your name? How does your name relate to your overall story? What does your name tell you about yourself? What drives you? Relationships Tell a Story What are the primary and secondary relationships in the four stories and how do they impact or drive the story? What principle [a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief] stands out to you from the stories we’ve read?…
-
Panoramas of Israel
Here are some panoramic photos taken on my March 2012 trip to Israel. We started off in Haifa (northern Israel) where we stayed for eight days and made day trips to surrounding locales. On the slopes of the Carmel Mountains lies Haifa, capital of North Israel. Haifa is a special city due to its diversity of landscapes and culture. Islam, Judaism, Christianity, Druze and Bahai, are actively practiced in Haifa and the surrounding area: creating a multi-cultural social fabric. Haifa also has breathtaking scenery. From itse beaches and curved bay to the forested range of the Carmel Mountains, Haifa is delightful to look at. Haifa is located about an hour…