Back in 1979, an archaeologist named Dr. Gabriel Barkay was doing a dig just outside of Jerusalem when he discovered two silver strips (called amulets) which were rolled up like scrolls. It turns out that those amulets now contain the oldest surviving biblically-related inscription ever discovered (to date). So, maybe this particular text has long been supremely treasured by God’s people.

Stop Taking the Bait
Temptation is persistent. But so is God’s faithfulness. He always leaves a door open — and the people who endure are the ones who take it.