Jenine May

1. “Image” — Tselem : Representative Figure (Nature, Function)

A Story of Divine Order, Human Ambition, and the Fear of God’s Presence In Numbers 16 , we find one of the most sobering accounts in the Old Testament — Korah’s rebellion . It is more than a story of leadership conflict; it is a mirror held up to the Church today, revealing the dangers of dishonor, covetousness, and misunderstanding God’s divine order. When God first desired to speak to the congregation of Israel, His heart was to have direct relationship  with His people. He came down upon...

The phrase “spiritual covering”  is often heard in church circles. For many, it means that a pastor or ministry leader must have someone over them — either another leader or an organization — who functions as their covering. This covering is thought to give legitimacy, authority, or protection. While accountability is absolutely biblical and necessary, I want to challenge the assumption that spiritual covering  in this sense is found in Scripture. What Does the Bible Actually Say About...