My life of late has been dominated completely by the letter G – Gadara, Gerasa, Gergesa, and now Genesis. I am trying to write a 35-page paper in 3 days. It is a frustrating exercise because of the limited time. But a friend forwarded me this link and I’m taking a break to share it with you. This is one of those tests where you have to choose which one doesn’t belong.
My aunt called today and she thinks I’m famous because she saw my picture in a book. To clarify, she saw a picture of me in a book. Actually there are two books recently out that have photos of me. The one she was talking about is Nelson’s Student Bible Handbook. One that came out last week is the Archaeology Handbook of Insight for Living (look for me in the chapter entitled “A Look at the Real Indiana Jones”). I know you think I’m making this all up, and you have good reason to believe that. I plan to say more about the the Archaeology Handbook on the BiblePlaces Blog in the next few days. (I like both books.) Now back to Genesis.
Nice! You have officially made the top twelve most important names in evangelicalism. Did they ask you to sign the Evangelical Manifesto, as well? I’m starting to wonder about the sway you have over Justin Taylor – he seems to feature you as often as possible – I mean you’re a nice guy and all…
I love the idea of your aunt flipping casually through Nelson ‘s Student Bible Handbook.
I only recognized 2 names: yours, & John Piper’s … & I only recognized his because of all the times you’ve mentioned him!
Best wishes on your 35-page paper! If you don’t finish it on schedule, just remind whomever you’re writing it for that most scholars believe the first 3 days of Genesis are indeterminate periods of time…
I have to say, that was something to see your name among such prominent and influential men. It kind of made me laugh, but not in a bad way.
Congratulations on your monumental appearance in evangelical celebrity circles, the grounds for all heavenly reward. Give it a decade and you’ll be appearing as T. Bolen.
I’ll pray for strength, focus, and genuine learning in your 35-pager.
Todd,
You may want to withdraw your recommendation for the ESV Study Bible since they are using an image of a MacBook Pro to advertise the online version.
Ha ha ha ha to Craig. I miss your good sense of humor and your good land rover =)… AND watching you give Todd a hard time… but hey, I guess that’s what his blog is for. ;-) I could go for another trek through the Negev! Hope you and your family are well.
Todd–It’s good to know that Craig is the kind of friend who has your best interests in mind. ;-)
Hope the paper is coming along well!
You know, Craig, this is not the first time I’ve been betrayed.
Grena – you must live in an alternate universe.
Thanks for the prayers. The paper is finished.