The Daily Cup: Coffee with the Superintendent

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through Philippians 1:27–30 and hear Paul speak plainly to believers who are under real pressure and real opposition. In the First Pour, Paul reframes what it means to live faithfully under the New Covenant. He calls believers to live as citizens of the gospel, standing firm together in one spirit, unafraid of opposition, and united around Christ rather than comfort or circumstance. Faith, unity, and even suffering are presented not as burdens to avoid, but as gifts that confirm our belonging to Christ.

In the Second Pour, we ce...

In this January 8 episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin with a quiet but decisive question: What does it truly mean for a student, or for any of us, to be formed well? In the First Pour, the focus is not on outcomes, résumés, or visible success, but on the foundational reality of being in Christ. Many external markers of maturity can exist without regeneration, and Christian education must be honest enough to name that distinction. From there, the episode moves through the rhythms of academy life in the Second Pour, grounding theology in daily practice an...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin with a devotional reflection from Philippians 1:12–20, where Paul shows us how suffering, opposition, and even impure motives can still serve the unstoppable advance of the gospel. From prison, Paul reframes hardship through union with Christ and calls believers to live with courage, joy, and an unshakable focus on honoring Christ in both life and death.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate January 7th birthdays, including alumni Jennifer Herr Meredith and Michael Dye, current students Nia and Aiyanna, and one more year of God’s grace in the su...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, the First Pour opens with Paul’s prayer of thanksgiving in Philippians 1:3–11, a passage rooted in deep affection, shared gospel partnership, and confident assurance in God’s faithful work. Set against the historical realities of a Roman colony and the covenantal hopes of Israel, this devotion highlights how the New Covenant reframes identity, leadership, perseverance, and spiritual growth. Paul’s confidence is not grounded in circumstances, institutions, or human effort, but in the certainty that God completes what He begins in His people through Christ.

The Second Pour celebrates birthday...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin the First Pour by opening Paul’s letter to the Philippians and listening carefully to his opening words. Written from a Roman world obsessed with status and power, Paul’s greeting reorients the church around a very different foundation. Servants lead, saints are defined by their union with Christ, and grace and peace flow not from human effort but from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. This opening sets the tone for life under the New Covenant, where identity precedes obedience and leadership flows from humility.

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In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn our attention to Luke 2 and the quiet yet powerful witness of Anna, a faithful servant who waited patiently for the redemption of Jerusalem. Her life of prayer, fasting, and devotion reminds us that God often works through those who remain faithful long before recognition ever comes. From a New Covenant perspective, this devotional reflects on how Anna’s hope was not anchored in the praise of others, but in the promise of God fulfilled in Christ. Her response to seeing Jesus was thanksgiving and proclamation, not self-promotion. This episode in...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through the full rhythm of the morning together. We begin with a devotional reflection on Luke 2:25–35, where Simeon holds the Christ child and declares that God’s salvation has finally arrived. This moment connects the hope of Israel to its fulfillment in Jesus and helps us understand the Church as the Israel of God, a redeemed people gathered by faith and not by law or lineage. From there, we move into the life of our school community with important updates, including lunch, Upper School exams, and reminders about tomorrow’s half...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on Luke 2:21–24 and the often overlooked obedience of Mary and Joseph as they submit to the Law of Moses. What appears to be routine faithfulness is, in truth, the unfolding plan of God as Christ enters fully into the human story to fulfill the law and bring redemption. In the second pour, we celebrate birthdays across our BBA family, share campus updates, exam reminders, and invite our community to the final midweek Bible studies of the year. We close with Wednesday’s Word of the Week, diligent, reminding us tha...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we continue our Advent journey by moving from Luke’s account of Christ’s birth to John’s powerful declaration of who that child truly is. John reminds us that Jesus is the eternal Word through whom the world was created, yet He entered His own creation and was not recognized. We explore how this passage bridges the Old and New Covenants, showing how God’s promises to Israel are fulfilled in Christ and extended to all who believe. The episode also includes our Second Pour with birthday celebrations and school updates...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on the wonder of Christ’s arrival and the meaning it carries for our lives and our school community. In the First Pour, we step into the fields of Bethlehem and consider how God revealed His glory to humble shepherds, showing that the good news of Jesus is for all people. This Advent reflection connects God’s Old Covenant promises to their fulfillment in Christ and reminds us that God often works through ordinary faithfulness. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays from our alumni and student body, recogn...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through Luke 2:1–7 and reflect on the birth of Christ as it unfolded in real history, under real rulers, and in ordinary hardship. We explore how God used the power of Rome to fulfill ancient promises made to David, bringing the Savior into the world in humility rather than spectacle. The devotional section centers on the quiet faith of Mary and Joseph, the fulfillment of Old Testament promises, and the arrival of the new covenant through the person of Jesus Christ. The Second Pour celebrates birthdays, school life, and community ev...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into Matthew 1:18 through 25 and follow Joseph’s quiet but courageous obedience as the birth of Jesus is revealed. We explore how the Spirit’s work in Mary echoes the creation story, how the promises to David take shape in a manger, and how Isaiah’s prophecy of Immanuel comes alive in the person of Christ. As we enter the advent season, this passage draws us into the hope that God keeps His word and meets us in moments of uncertainty. We also celebrate community birthdays, enjoy a comforting lunch up...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through Mary’s visit to Elizabeth and watch the story of redemption unfold in the quiet hill country of Judah. Together, we see how the Holy Spirit moved with purpose, how ancient promises found their fulfillment in Christ, and why this moment still speaks hope into our Advent season. We also celebrate birthdays, share school announcements, and finish with our Word of the Week, condone, reminding us that God’s grace never excuses sin but calls us into a life of repentance and truth.

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin with Gabriel’s announcement to Mary and explore how her humble obedience marks the turning point in God’s plan to bring the Savior into the world. Through a New Covenant lens, we see how her story echoes Israel’s long wait, fulfills ancient promises, and opens the door to the kingdom Christ establishes. In the second pour, we celebrate Emerson and Mrs. Kimberly Falkenstine and share today’s lunch and athletics updates. We close with Tuesday’s Study Tip of the Week, highlighting the Reader’s Square and how it bui...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through Luke 1:5–23 and discover how Zechariah’s encounter with Gabriel opens the Advent story with quiet hope and holy expectation. We explore how God breaks centuries of silence, raises up John the Baptist as the forerunner of Christ, and begins unfolding the promises that lead straight to the birth of Jesus and the new covenant He brings. We then shift to the life of our school community, celebrating a full list of weekend and Monday birthdays, enjoying Chicken Alfredo for lunch, and cheering on our Middle School Basketball Teams...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn our attention to the wonder of Christmas through the lens of Hebrews 9.23 through 28. We explore how the incarnation opened Christ’s ministry as our Great High Priest, how His once for all sacrifice stands in contrast to the old order, and how His promised return gives hope to all who look for Him. In the Second Pour, we celebrate a long list of birthdays from our BBA family and honor Mr. Don Adams for twenty-four years of faithful service. In the Final Pour, we reflect on Nietzsche’s statem...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we enter Advent with Isaiah’s promise ringing in our hearts that “on them has light shone.” The First Pour reflects on how the light of Christ breaks into human darkness, drawing from Mohler’s devotional and the New Covenant fulfillment found in Jesus. We pause in the Second Pour to celebrate birthdays for alumni Erin Price and students Aniya, Jayce, and Ryan, enjoy a comforting lunch of chicken nuggets, and cheer on our wrestling and middle school basketball teams. We close with the Final Pour, grounding our week in the life-g...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin with Mary’s Magnificat and explore how her humble praise opens the door to the beauty of Christmas. Drawing from Dr. R. Albert Mohler Jr.’s reflection, we see how Mary’s joy reveals the heart of the New Covenant and the mercy of God who lifts the lowly and keeps His promises. Our Second Pour celebrates alumni Johnson Chen, gives today’s lunch update, and invites families back to BBC tonight for Bible studies and AWANA. In the Final Pour, we focus on the word “comprehensive,” tying it to both the...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin with a devotional that slows us down long enough to see Christmas the way Scripture presents it. Drawing from R. Albert Mohler Jr.’s December 2 reflection and the New Covenant depth of John 1:14, we explore the breathtaking truth that the eternal Word took on flesh and fulfilled everything God promised in the Old Testament. The manger becomes the turning point of redemption, where God’s glory steps into human history in grace and truth. In the second pour, we celebrate Isaac in the seventh grade, enjoy breakfast for lunch...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin a special twenty-five-day journey through Recapturing the Wonder of Christmas, a devotional we have placed in every school family’s hands. We open with the meaning of Christmas found in Isaiah 9:2 and Matthew 1:23, celebrating the truth that God has drawn near to us in Christ. The Second Pour highlights a full weekend of birthdays, staff celebrations, lunch, and tonight’s home basketball games. We close with Isaiah 53:5 as our Memory Verse of the Week, reminding us that the peace we enjoy came through the suffering and love of our Sa...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we slow down with the short but powerful letter of Jude. Written with the depth of a Jewish teacher and the urgency of a shepherd, Jude calls believers to hold tightly to the faith that God has already delivered through Christ. By weaving together stories from Israel’s past, warnings for the present, and promises for the future, Jude shows how God has always been moving His people toward the hope found in Jesus. We celebrate birthdays in our Berean family, then finish with Friday’s Philosophy of the Week, viewin...

In today’s Thanksgiving edition of Coffee with the Superintendent, we explore Third John and how its themes of truth, hospitality, communion, and gratitude point us to the heart of the New Covenant in Christ. We reflect on how Gaius’s faithful welcome and Diotrephes’s pride still teach us what real fellowship should look like, especially as we gather around both Thanksgiving tables and the Lord’s Table. The Second Pour highlights Thanksgiving birthdays across our Berean family, and the Final Pour centers on the comforting truth that God is always present. This episode invites us to walk in truth...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through the sobering end of Saul’s life in 1 Samuel 31 and see how even Israel’s darkest moment points us toward the hope found in Christ. We explore how the early Jewish mindset understood Saul’s fall, how believers at the time of Jesus saw these events shaping their expectations of the coming Messiah, and how the New Covenant reveals a better King who succeeds where Saul failed. After the devotion, we celebrate alumni Bruce Bowstring’s birthday and close with Wednesday’s Word of the Week, “amicable,” reminding us tha...

In today's episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we follow David into one of the most meaningful moments of his journey, where God restores everything that was lost and shows us a glimpse of the future rescue found in Christ. We celebrate alumni Bruce Bowstring with a personal birthday greeting and offer a warm reminder to enjoy the quiet of Thanksgiving Break. We finish with Tuesday's Study Tip of the Week, focusing on how slowing down, engaging the text, and reviewing what we read can turn any student into a stronger, more confident learner. It is an encouraging blend...

Today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent walks through David’s return to Ziklag and the devastation he found there. We explore how ancient Israel understood this moment, how first-century believers would have read it in light of the coming Messiah, and how modern Christians see God’s hand pointing toward the redeeming work of Christ. As David strengthened himself in the Lord and sought God’s direction, we see a picture of the greater King who rescues what the enemy tries to destroy. The episode flows into a weekend roundup of birthdays, athletic highlights, and school celebrations, followed b...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin in the fields of Aphek and Jezreel, where David stands on the edge of a battle he was never meant to fight. Through a New Covenant lens, we explore how God’s quiet guidance protects David from a disastrous path and keeps His promise moving toward Christ. We then shift to our Second Pour as we celebrate birthdays across our Bulldog family and remind everyone of our half-day schedule. In the Final Pour, we reflect on Nietzsche’s idea of the “great man” and contrast it with the greatness m...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through one of the most sobering moments in Saul’s life and see how his desperate choices reveal our deep need for a faithful King. Through a New Covenant lens, the story at En-dor shows the difference between a heart ruled by fear and a life anchored in Christ. We then shift to our school community with birthday celebrations, pizza for lunch, and a campus convocation that brings us together under God’s Word. Finally, for Theological Thursday, we turn our eyes to God the Father, the eternal Creator...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk with David into one of the most difficult seasons of his life and watch how God’s faithfulness holds steady even when David’s courage wavers. The First Pour uncovers how David’s flight into Philistine territory points us forward to Christ, the perfect King who never acted out of fear and never abandoned His mission. In the Second Pour, we honor a full list of birthdays, celebrating alumni, students, and one of our dedicated staff members. We also remind families of our midweek opportunities at Berean Baptist Church. T...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through 1 Samuel 26 and watch David model mercy, restraint, and deep trust in God’s timing. His refusal to harm Saul points us forward to Christ, the true King who conquered through humility rather than force. We then celebrate an all-alumni birthday cast, enjoy a warm eggs-and-sausage lunch, and note Winter Athletic Pictures on the calendar. In the Final Pour, we explore how learning habits begin as early as toddlerhood and why gentle correction and guided thinking help students grow into confident, capable learners.

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we step back into the rhythm of our weekly gathering after a challenging stretch marked by illness, long days, and the quiet demands of leadership. The first pour draws us into the closing scene of Abigail, Nabal, and David, showing how God’s justice and mercy echo forward to Christ and His saving work. The second pour catches us up on all the birthdays we missed last week as we celebrate students, staff, and alumni across our Bulldog community. In the final pour, we begin our new Memory Verse of the Wee...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on one of Scripture’s most powerful moments of grace and restraint from 1 Samuel 25. When David’s anger nearly led to bloodshed, God used Abigail’s wisdom to stand in the gap and turn wrath into mercy. Through her humble courage, we glimpse the heart of Christ—interceding for the guilty, redirecting the wounded, and reminding us that godly leadership always walks in grace. As Berean Baptist Academy celebrates student excellence in today’s awards chapels, we’re reminded that the Spirit still works through people who choose peace over pr...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into the wilderness with David as he faces Nabal’s insult and wrestles between vengeance and restraint. Through this story, we uncover how God shapes leaders through moments of frustration, calling us to trade our swords for grace. Then in The Second Pour, we celebrate Kaison’s preschool birthday, enjoy pizza for lunch, and cheer on our Varsity Men’s Basketball Team as they travel to face New Life. We close with a thought-provoking quote from Nietzsche and a reminder that, under Christ, true equality is found not in pride but in hum...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at David’s moment in the cave from 1 Samuel 24 and see how choosing mercy over revenge reflects the heart of Christ and the wisdom of trusting God’s timing. We then celebrate birthdays in our Bulldog family, including Mrs. Mary Stubbs, and share campus reminders. We finish with a reflection on how life’s obstacles become stepping stones not by our strength, but through Christ’s grace at work in us. Grab your cup and your Bible as we walk together in faith, humility, and perseverance.

This episode invites us into the wilderness with David as he faces betrayal, fear, and God's last-minute rescue. We reflect on how God protects His people right on time, how Christ fulfills this pattern perfectly, and how we can trust Him in school life today. We celebrate our Bulldogs, enjoy breakfast for lunch, cheer on our varsity basketball team, and close with a reflection on truth and courage from Scripture and even a surprising philosopher. This episode reminds us to walk faithfully, love truth, and trust Christ in every season.

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on David’s wilderness moments in 1 Samuel 23 and how God uses quiet, difficult seasons to shape His people. We see Jonathan’s faithful friendship and learn how God calls us to encourage one another in the work He is doing. After our devotional, we celebrate Bulldogs who had birthdays this weekend and today, check in on lunch plans, and look ahead to the start of winter sports practices. It is a good day to honor Christ with our work, our words, and our hearts as one school family.

Today we reflect on David’s journey in the wilderness and how God uses uncertainty to shape His people into humble, faithful leaders. Just as David sought the Lord’s direction, we learn to trust God’s hand in seasons of pressure and remember that obedience often comes before comfort. We then shift to celebrate God’s goodness in our school family, wishing happy birthday to Braxton in third grade and honoring Dr. Annie Levens-Morris for her faithful leadership. As we step into parent-teacher conferences, we pursue common ground for the sake of every student, walking in grace and truth. A...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we walk through 1 Samuel 23:1-5 and watch David seek the Lord, stand in courage, and rescue the people of Keilah even while running for his life. David's faith and obedience offer a powerful window into the heart of God’s chosen king and point us to the greater rescue we find completed in Jesus. We reflect on how trusting God in uncertain seasons shapes our character, strengthens our walk, and invites us to serve others even when life feels unsettled. Then in our second pour, we celebrate student and staff birthdays, enj...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at a sobering moment from 1 Samuel 22:6–23, where Saul’s jealousy leads to one of the darkest acts in Israel’s history—the slaughter of God’s priests at Nob. We uncover how this event reveals humanity’s deep need for a righteous King who uses power to protect, not destroy, and how God’s plan for redemption continues even when leadership fails. In The Second Pour, we turn our attention to the Berean family—celebrating alumni birthdays, cheering on our middle schoolers, recognizing our elementary students, and praying for the safety of our...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at David’s time in the cave of Adullam and how God often breaks a man before He builds him. Through loneliness, fear, and surrender, David learns what it means to lead by dependence, not dominance. We’ll see how God uses hidden seasons to prepare His people for greater service—just as He did with David, and ultimately, with Christ. In The Second Pour, we celebrate Iris in the 12th grade, enjoy burritos and nachos for lunch, and cheer on our students trying out for winter sports. It’s a remind...

In this week’s Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer explores one of the most surprising chapters in David’s life—his flight to Gath, where he pretended to be insane before a foreign king. What looked like a moment of weakness was actually a moment of divine preservation, revealing how God’s mercy often hides in the places we least expect. Through David’s fear and humiliation, we see a preview of how the Lord would one day use shame and rejection to bring redemption through Christ. This episode reminds us that even in moments that feel foolish or desperat...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer explores 1 Samuel 21:1–9, where David’s request for the holy bread reveals a profound truth about God’s mercy triumphing over ritual. Through this passage, listeners will see how divine provision meets human need—not through ceremony, but through compassion that finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus, the Bread of Life. Then in The Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Cherith Page Calger, Adeline, and Jayce, enjoy pizza for lunch, and look forward to tonight’s Upper School Talent Show. Come join the community as we celebrate the gifts God has given ou...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 20 and the covenant friendship between David and Jonathan—a story that reveals the power of faithfulness, loyalty, and trust in God’s unfolding plan. Through this story, we see how divine promises often come with personal sacrifice, and how genuine love reflects the steadfast character of Christ Himself. In The Second Pour, Dr. Farmer celebrates birthdays for Jewel in 10th grade and Jonathan in preschool, shares an update on the ACSI accreditation visit as the team concludes their evaluation, invites families to Wednesday night Bible studies...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we begin in The First Pour with a look at 1 Samuel 19:18–24, where David finds refuge with Samuel and the Spirit of God overcomes Saul’s anger. Through this story, we learn that God’s Spirit still rules over human pride and preserves His chosen ones. From the Old Covenant to the New, we see how God’s power, not man’s position, determines the outcome—and how the same Spirit that shielded David now guides us through every challenge in life.

In The Second Pour, we celebrate Arioine’s birthday in 1st gr...

In this week’s Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer begins with The First Pour, drawing from 1 Samuel 19:11–17 where David narrowly escapes Saul’s rage through the courageous actions of his wife, Michal. From a New Covenant perspective, listeners are reminded that God’s faithfulness works even through flawed people and imperfect circumstances. The story’s deeper meaning unfolds as a picture of how God preserves His anointed and ultimately fulfills His promises through Jesus. The devotion helps students and families see that what begins as a desperate escape points to the greater deliverance found in the Son of David—our...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 19:1–7, where Jonathan courageously steps between his father Saul’s anger and his friend David’s innocence. Through this powerful story, we see the beauty of covenant loyalty and the foreshadowing of the greater Mediator who stands between God’s judgment and our redemption—Jesus Christ. Listeners will be encouraged to live with integrity, defend what is right, and embody Christlike faithfulness in every relationship.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Naomi Dues (alumni), Aubriana in 12th grade, Jenesis in 8th grade, and M...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Farmer reflects on 1 Samuel 18:17–30, where Saul’s jealousy and deceit stand in sharp contrast to David’s humility and faithfulness. Through the twists of manipulation and danger, we see how God’s covenant purposes move forward—even when others act with selfish motives. David’s courage and obedience remind us that God’s favor cannot be thwarted by human schemes, pointing us to the greater fulfillment found in Jesus Christ. In The Second Pour, we celebrate a long weekend full of birthdays, tacos for lunch, field trips, and our student-athletes competing in cha...

In today’s First Pour, Dr. Farmer unpacks 1 Samuel 18:6–16, where Saul’s jealousy toward David reveals the difference between a man who clings to power and one who rests in God’s promise. Through the lens of the New Covenant, listeners discover how David’s story points to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ—the humble King who triumphed not by force but by faithfulness. The lesson challenges believers to trust God’s timing, reject comparison, and live in the confidence of His presence.

Then, in The Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Joseph Johnson (alumni), Ni Xiong (alumni...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores 1 Samuel 18:1–5, where the bond between David and Jonathan reveals one of Scripture’s deepest lessons on love, loyalty, and surrender to God’s will. We’ll look through the eyes of the Jewish people to understand why Jonathan’s covenant with David was so extraordinary and how it points to the greater covenant fulfilled in Christ. From royal robes to selfless friendship, every moment of this passage shows us what it means to yield personal ambition for divine purpose. The Second Pour celebrates Alumni Christopher Lopez’s birthday, remin...

In today’s “First Pour,” we step back onto the battlefield of faith as young David faces the mighty Goliath—not with sword or spear, but with unwavering trust in God. Through this victory, we see the greater story of how God delivers His people through faith and not human strength. In the “Second Pour,” we celebrate our Berean family birthdays—Amber Cornwell (alumni), Jamaica Johnson (alumni), Anna in 11th grade, Solomon in 3rd grade, Paris in 2nd grade, Ariel in preschool, and Leyla in preschool! Lunch is burritos, and while our sports schedule takes a quiet pause before playoffs, let’...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open The First Pour with a powerful look at 1 Samuel 17:19–37, where David’s courage in the Valley of Elah reminds us that true victory comes not from our own strength, but from the God who delivers His people. We’ll explore how David’s trust in God’s covenant faithfulness points to the ultimate deliverance we find in Christ and how that truth still shapes the way we face life’s battles today.

Then, in The Second Pour, we celebrate the heartbeat of our Berean family—our students, alumni...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 17:1–18 and discover how Israel’s fear before Goliath points us to God’s greater plan of deliverance. We will see how David’s humble arrival at the battlefield prepares the way for the victory that only God can bring and how this foreshadows the ultimate Deliverer who would win the final battle on our behalf. In the second pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jinhyun Kim and Daniel in kindergarten, share today’s lunch of Chicken Alfredo, give a cheer for our Cross Country team running at O’Neal in South...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 16:1–13 and see how the Lord rejected Saul and chose David, a humble shepherd, to be Israel’s next king. Together we’ll reflect on what it means that God looks not at outward appearance but at the heart, and how this points us forward to Christ, the true Shepherd-King. Then in our Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Nathaniel Peek (alumni), Kai, Michael, Payton, Lia, Erianna, and Kaleia, enjoy chicken sandwiches for lunch, and cheer on our Ladies Golf, Boys Soccer, and Volleyball teams as they c...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, our First Pour devotional takes us into 1 Samuel 15:10–35 where we see the weight of obedience, the failure of Saul, and the hope of Christ’s perfect kingship in the New Covenant. We then shift to the Second Pour, where we celebrate birthdays across our Berean family—alumni, students, and staff, including Mr. Ben Miller and Coach Stackhouse. Finally, we look ahead to tonight’s home football game at Tocay Park behind Reid Ross High School. Though there is no school today due to teacher professional development, we encourage everyone to come out and suppor...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we take a close look at 1 Samuel 15:1–11, where King Saul’s partial obedience led to God’s rejection of his kingship. We’ll explore what this meant in the Jewish mind, how it points us to Christ’s perfect obedience, and what it teaches us about wholehearted discipleship today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Douglas, B. J. Douglas (Alumni), Antonino Siaga (Alumni), and Tyler and Marley in Kindergarten. Lunch is pizza, and our Volleyball and Soccer Teams are competing at Freedom Christian. Grab your cup, and let’s dive in.

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:47–52 and the lessons it offers about leadership, human striving, and the rest that only Christ provides. We see how Saul’s reign, though filled with victories, pointed forward to the true King who brings lasting peace. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Robert Surrey (alumni), Heather Thompson (alumni), Jackson in the 5th grade, and Skylar in the 1st grade. Lunch today is cheeseburgers, and we invite everyone to join us for Bible studies this evening at Berean Baptist Church.

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 14:36–46, where Saul’s rash leadership leads to God’s silence and Jonathan’s near death. We’ll explore how this moment reflects the seriousness of sin, the weakness of man-centered religion, and the foreshadowing of Christ, the innocent Son who bore our guilt. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays and alumni milestones, enjoy burritos for lunch, and look ahead to today’s volleyball, soccer, and cross-country competitions.

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 14:24–35, where Saul’s rash oath burdened his people, while Jonathan’s simple act of tasting honey pointed to the refreshment God provides. We’ll explore how this passage highlights the dangers of legalism, the foreshadowing of Christ’s perfect provision, and the freedom we now have in the New Covenant. In the Second Pour, we celebrate a host of birthdays from over the weekend and today, honor members of our staff and alumni, announce today’s lunch, and cheer on our Ladies Golf Team as they compete at Gate

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with a study from 1 Samuel 14:16–23, where Jonathan’s bold faith leads to a great victory for Israel. We’ll explore how this moment foreshadows Christ’s ultimate triumph at the cross and what it means for our lives today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Khoa, Mariah, Morgan, Ryan, Jackson, Deborah, and Avaeyah. We also highlight the excitement of Bulldog Bash and the Boosterthon Fun Run, where every step helps advance our mission by funding science lab renovations, new seating, desks, chairs, and classroom re...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at Jonathan’s bold step of faith in 1 Samuel 14 and how it points us to the greater victory in Christ. Jonathan believed that nothing could hinder the Lord from saving, whether by many or by few—a truth that still speaks to us today. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Camilla in 2nd grade and Nyla in Preschool, enjoy Pizza for lunch, and cheer on our JV and Varsity Volleyball teams as they head to Trinity Christian.

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 13:16–23 where Israel found itself surrounded, unarmed, and seemingly powerless against the Philistines. From a New Covenant perspective, this passage reveals humanity’s helplessness without Christ and the hope that He alone equips His people for victory. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jose in the 8th grade, Charles in the 6th grade, Charlie in the 4th grade, Riley in K5, and our Athletic Director, Coach Ueltzen. Lunch today is Pasta with Meat Sauce, and don’t forget—Wednesday evening means Bible studies and AWANA at Berean Baptist Ch

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at 1 Samuel 13:1–15 and consider the danger of rushing ahead of God’s timing. Saul’s impatience cost him his kingdom, but his failure also points us to the One who never fails—Jesus, the true King after God’s own heart. From the Jewish mindset of covenant obedience to the New Covenant promise fulfilled in Christ, this passage challenges us to wait on the Lord with faith and obedience. In the Second Pour, we celebrate Noah in the 1st grade for his birthday, enjoy breakfast for lunch, and highlight a busy day...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to 1 Samuel 12:19–25 where Israel recognizes their sin in demanding a king and fears God’s judgment. Samuel reminds them that while they have done evil, they must not turn aside from serving the Lord with all their heart. This passage points us forward to Christ, who intercedes for us as the perfect and eternal Mediator, and assures us that God’s faithfulness rests not on our strength but on His great name.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate a full weekend and today’s birthdays, including alumni Carla Botts-Read, Tim...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the Word to 1 Samuel 12:1–18 where Samuel reminds Israel of God’s faithfulness, warns them of the weight of rejecting His kingship, and points us toward the ultimate fulfillment of leadership in Christ. We see how Israel’s demand for a king foreshadows our deep need for Jesus, the righteous and eternal King who delivers us from sin and reigns in truth.

In the Second Pour, we pause to celebrate birthdays for alumni Dain Shim and Nasir Gibson, along with Savannah (4th grade), Trindon (1st grade), and Allana (Kindergarten). Lunch today is del...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on the weight of tragedy and the hope of the gospel. From the remembrance of September 11th to the recent acts of violence in our nation and communities, we open the Scriptures to Romans 12:14–21 and consider how believers are called to overcome evil with good. In Christ, we learn to bless when cursed, to weep with the hurting, and to place vengeance in the hands of God.

Then, in the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Keenon McIver and Amy Oh, along with Madison (10th), Isabella (5th), Sof...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 11:12–15 and the renewal of the kingdom at Gilgal. This passage points us to the greater King, Jesus Christ, who brings true salvation, mercy, and peace. We explore how Israel’s joy in Saul’s coronation foreshadows our eternal joy in Christ, the King who reigns forever.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Ryan Usher, one of our alumni, as well as Bryce in 11th grade, Leah in 7th grade, and Victoria in 5th grade. Lunch today is cheeseburgers and fries. There are no games schedule...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 11:1–11, where Nahash the Ammonite threatened to disgrace Israel, and God raised up Saul to deliver His people. Through this moment, we see a powerful foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the true King who delivers us from sin and shame and unites us in His Spirit. In our Second Pour, we celebrate Leighton in 3rd grade on her birthday, enjoy today’s lunch of tacos, and highlight our athletes as Middle School and Varsity Volleyball teams and our Varsity Soccer team travel to O’Neal, while Cross Country hosts a meet...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 10:17–27 and see how Israel’s first king, Saul, reminds us of the futility of trusting in outward appearance and human strength. In contrast, we reflect on Christ as the true King, who rules with humility, obedience, and eternal authority. From this truth, we are called to fix our trust in Him above all earthly rulers.

For the second pour, we celebrate birthdays from this past weekend and today, including alumnae, students, and even a special shout-out to Ms. Sally in the lunchroom. Today’s hot meal...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 10:1–16 where Saul is anointed as Israel’s first king. We’ll explore how his calling, signs, and transformation foreshadow the greater anointing of Christ, the true King who reigns forever. This New Covenant perspective reminds us that while Saul’s reign would falter, Christ’s obedience and reign never fail. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Grace Hall, Tsehai in 3rd grade, London in 1st grade, and Mrs. Aneesah Robinson, our preschool teacher. Lunch brings hot dogs and tater tots, and our boys Varsity Soccer...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on 1 Samuel 9 where Saul is chosen as Israel’s first king, and we discover how his story points forward to the true King, Jesus Christ, who reigns in humility and power. Then in the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jasmin Hazelet, Sarah Newton, Zach Fulsom, Christian, and Joshua. We highlight picture day for our Volleyball teams, cheer on Volleyball and Soccer as they travel to face Fayetteville Christian, remind our Cross-Country team of a rest day, and look forward to a Pizza lunch on campus. It is a day...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we reflect on Israel’s demand for a king in 1 Samuel 8:19–22 and consider how it points us to the true King, Jesus Christ, who reigns in righteousness and humility. From the Old Covenant longing for stability to the New Covenant fulfillment in Christ, we explore what it means to trust God’s leadership over every substitute the world offers. Then in the Second Pour, we celebrate the birthdays of alumnae Kelyn Davis and Soon Park, along with Samuel and Noah in the 6th grade. Lunch is Chicken Alfredo, the Girls Golf team has a...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 8:10–18 where Samuel warns Israel of the cost of choosing a human king over the Lord’s reign. The people longed for security and status, but Samuel reminded them that earthly kings only take—sons, daughters, fields, and freedom. In the New Covenant, we see the contrast in Christ, the King who does not take but gives His very life for His people. We reflect on what it means to trust Jesus as our true King in a world still chasing worldly power.

In the Second Pou...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look closely at 1 Samuel 8:1–9 and consider Israel’s demand for a king. The people longed for a leader “like the nations,” but in doing so they rejected God’s kingship. This passage foreshadows humanity’s deeper need for Christ, the only true and righteous King who rules with justice and grace. We’ll explore what this rejection meant for the Jewish mind, how it connects to the New Covenant, and how it points us to Jesus today.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Seungyun Shim (alumni), Joe Park...

In this episode, we reflect on 1 Samuel 7 and the call Samuel gave Israel to turn back to the Lord with their whole heart. Through repentance, intercession, and the offering of a lamb, God delivered His people and Samuel raised a stone of remembrance, declaring, “Till now the Lord has helped us.” In Christ, our true Ebenezer, we find the lasting help and hope that carries us through every battle.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate two special birthdays: Moses in the 11th grade and Isaac in kindergarten. Lunch today is pizza, and all of our Volleyball and Socc...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open The Holy Spirit’s Water with a look at 1 Samuel 6:1–9, where the Philistines struggle under God’s hand after seizing the Ark of the Covenant. Their attempt to send it back with golden offerings reminds us of humanity’s constant temptation to treat God as someone who can be bargained with or controlled. Yet in Christ, the true Guilt Offering, we find that God cannot be manipulated—He is holy, sovereign, and fully sufficient.

In The Second Pour, we celebrate three special birthdays: Grace Dundore (alumni), Brandon (12th grade), and Ja...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to 1 Samuel 5 and reflect on the downfall of Dagon before the ark of the Lord. The devotion reminds us that no idol can stand before the living God, and in Christ we see the ultimate victory over the powers of darkness. In The Second Pour, we celebrate Matthias in the 11th grade on his birthday, share today’s lunch of burritos and nachos, and look ahead to a full day of athletics—Junior Varsity and Varsity Volleyball against Trinity Christian, Varsity Soccer against Grace Christian, and Middle School Soccer taking...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open God’s Word to 1 Samuel 4:12–22 and reflect on the sobering moment when Israel cried out, “The glory has departed.” From Eli’s fall to the naming of Ichabod, we see how the old covenant points us toward the surpassing glory revealed in Christ. What Israel mourned as loss, God was preparing to restore in fullness through Emmanuel, “God with us.” Alongside this devotion, we catch up on alumni, faculty, and student birthdays from August 21st through August 25th, celebrate today’s events including Varsity Girls Golf, Parent Nights, and Varsity Football...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we celebrate birthdays for David Shannon (Alumni), Cameron (8th grade), and Tobenna (Preschool), share a classic lunch of cheeseburgers and fries, and spotlight a day of exciting growth across our campus. While our 7th–10th graders dive into Get Acquainted Days to strengthen friendships and unity, our juniors and seniors head to Camp Anchorage for Spiritual Leadership Camp, where they’ll be challenged to lead with courage and Christlike character. Join us as we reflect on how everyday moments—whether a meal, a birthday, or a camp retreat—can shape discipleship and buil...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we look at the calling of Samuel in 1 Samuel 3 and how his response, “Speak, Lord, for your servant hears,” points us to Christ, the true and final Prophet. From the silence of Israel to the Word made flesh, we’ll explore what it means for believers today to listen and obey God’s voice under the New Covenant. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jion Lee, Eryn, and Pastor Sean Harris, enjoy the news of breakfast-for-lunch, and highlight a packed calendar of athletic games and practices. The Upper School will also...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into 1 Samuel 2:27–36 where God confronts Eli and his family’s corruption in the priesthood. We’ll see how this passage, though filled with judgment, points us forward to the perfect and faithful High Priest—Jesus Christ. Together, we’ll explore the Jewish understanding of priesthood, God’s call to holiness, and how Christ fulfills what the priesthood could never accomplish on its own. Then, in The Second Pour, we’ll catch up on a long list of birthdays, including several alumni, students, and even one of our beloved faculty members. Join us...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with 1 Samuel 2:22–26, exploring the sobering contrast between the corruption of Eli’s sons and the steadfast faithfulness of young Samuel. We’ll step into the Jewish mindset of the priesthood’s sacred calling, see how this moment foreshadows our need for the perfect High Priest, and uncover the grace that flows through the New Covenant in Christ. In the Second Pour, we pause to celebrate the birthday of Bulldog alumnus Jensen Sherrill Birkholz. Join us for encouragement to live faithfully, shine brightly, and trust in God’s work even whe...

In this episode of “Coffee with the Superintendent,” we look at 1 Samuel 2:12–21, where the corruption of Eli’s sons stands in sharp contrast to the faithful service of young Samuel. We’ll explore the Old Covenant priesthood through the lens of the Jewish mindset, see how its failures foreshadow the perfect priesthood of Jesus Christ, and learn what it means for modern believers to live and worship with integrity. In “The Second Pour,” we celebrate the birthday of Joo Kim, praying for a year filled with God’s grace, joy, and guidance.

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with a powerful devotional from 1 Samuel 2:1–11, where Hannah’s prayer overflows with praise to the God who reverses human circumstances, humbles the proud, and exalts His anointed. We explore the Jewish mindset of covenant faith, the New Covenant foreshadowing of Christ’s kingdom, and the call for modern believers to live with joy rooted in salvation, humility before God’s holiness, and confidence in His sovereign reversals.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays from this past weekend and today—honoring alumni and current students alike. Saturd...

In today’s First Pour, we look at 1 Samuel 1:21–28 and witness Hannah fulfilling the vow she made to the Lord. Rooted in the Jewish customs of vows and sacrificial worship, her act of dedicating Samuel to lifelong service foreshadows the Father’s giving of His Son, Jesus Christ, for our salvation. This devotion draws out the New Covenant truths that our lives, blessings, and commitments ultimately belong to God. Just as Hannah brought costly offerings alongside her obedience, we too are called to live as living sacrifices, daily surrendering to the will of God with open hands and trusting hearts...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we journey through the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1:1–20, exploring the depths of sorrow, the power of prayer, and the promises fulfilled through Christ. Through a New Covenant lens, we contrast the Jewish customs and expectations of the Old Covenant with the freedom, access, and fulfillment believers now have in Jesus. Hannah's barren state, her vow, and the miraculous birth of Samuel become symbols that point to Christ, our ultimate High Priest and the giver of spiritual life.

We consider what it means today to pour out our souls bef...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we close out our journey through Hebrews with a rich New Covenant perspective on Hebrews 13:17–25. We explore how the Jewish understanding of leadership, obedience, and covenant is fulfilled and transformed in Christ, our Great Shepherd. We’ll see why submission to godly leadership is not about control but about mutual joy in the gospel, and how grace equips us for every good work. We’ll also reflect on the eternal covenant, sealed in the blood of Christ, that sustains our daily walk.

In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for Jes...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with a rich look at Hebrews 13:10–16, exploring what it means to go “outside the camp” with Christ. We’ll walk through the Jewish understanding of this passage, connect the Old and New Covenants, and see how the superiority of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice calls modern believers to a life of continual praise and sacrificial service. In the Second Pour, we turn to our Berean family to celebrate the birthdays of Jason Jacobs, one of our alumni, along with Paisley, Matthew, Madison, Rylinn, and Heidi. Together, we’re reminded...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we open the First Pour with Hebrews 13:7-9, a passage that reminds us to remember the leaders who faithfully taught us God’s Word, to imitate their faith, and to anchor our lives in the unchanging Christ. In a world full of shifting trends and strange teachings, the call to be strengthened by grace—not rituals or passing ideas—is as urgent today as it was for the early church. We’ll explore the Jewish mindset behind this exhortation, the New Covenant’s emphasis on Christ’s finished work, and how the Holy Spir...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we celebrate birthdays for alumni Gabrielle Stephens and Tristan Collins, and current students Lydia (11th grade), Audreys (7th grade), and Tallen (3rd grade). As our faculty return for professional development and classroom preparation, we reflect on Hebrews 13:1–6—calls to brotherly love, hospitality, compassion, purity, contentment, and courage in Christ. These verses provide the framework for how we begin the school year: shaping classrooms, building relationships, and preparing hearts to live out the New Covenant in daily life. Join us as we mark new beginnings with celebration, preparation, and Scripture at the cente...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we turn to Hebrews 12:25–29 and explore the power of God’s unshakable kingdom. We’ll walk through the Jewish understanding of God’s voice at Sinai, see how Christ fulfills and surpasses the Old Covenant, and consider how New Covenant believers can stand firm in a world that is being shaken. In the Second Pour, we celebrate the birthday of Mrs. Jeanne Overstreet, who faithfully serves in our cafeteria, along with alumni and student birthdays from the Bulldog family.

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, we step into one of the most powerful contrasts in Scripture—Hebrews 12:18–24—where the fearsome thunder of Mount Sinai gives way to the joyful welcome of Mount Zion. We’ll explore how the Jewish audience would have understood this vivid imagery, how the historical figures and places anchor its meaning, and how Jesus, as the mediator of the New Covenant, fulfills every promise with a better word than the blood of Abel. Then, in the Second Pour, we pause to celebrate our Berean family—alumni Gregory Adams, Matthew Burns, and Kyla Usher, along with ou...

In today’s Coffee with the Superintendent, the First Pour explores Hebrews 12:12–17 from a New Covenant perspective, reminding us that Christ strengthens weary hands, makes our paths straight, and calls us to peace and holiness. We’ll see how the Old Covenant warnings and blessings find their fulfillment in Jesus and how that truth shapes our daily walk. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays for alumna Enoch Streeter and kindergarten student Ja’rye. We also share an important update to our dress code clarifying shorts requirements and jewelry guidelines for young men.

In this deeply personal episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer opens the First Pour with a heartfelt reflection on Hebrews 12:9 and the contrast between flawed earthly fathers and the perfect love and discipline of our Heavenly Father. Drawing from his own life experience, he offers a powerful testimony of forgiveness, growth, and the redemptive fatherhood of God. In the Second Pour, we return after a restful weekend to catch up on some much-deserved birthday celebrations across the BBA community—spanning from kindergarteners to alumni. Join us for a moment of grace, gratitude, and joyful recognition as we...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores Hebrews 12:7–11 through a New Covenant theological lens. Drawing from Jewish tradition and the audience’s understanding of discipline under the Old Covenant, this First Pour reveals how divine correction is not punishment but proof of adoption. Under the New Covenant, discipline is redemptive, relational, and restorative evidence that we are true sons and daughters of God. Dr. Farmer unpacks how Christ’s fulfillment of the law transforms our understanding of hardship, shaping us into the likeness of Christ through the peaceful fruit of righteousness.

In the...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer opens Hebrews 12:3–6 to explore how the suffering of Christ redefines hardship in the New Covenant. With cultural insights into Jewish discipline and Old Testament imagery, this First Pour highlights how Jesus’ endurance confirms our identity as sons and daughters of God—not as those abandoned, but as those deeply loved and purposefully shaped. In the Second Pour, we celebrate birthdays from across the Berean community and remind everyone to check their emails for important dress code and supply list updates. Join us for gospel-centered encouragement and school-wide connection as we p...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer brings the Faith Hall of Fame in Hebrews 11 to its climactic close with a New Covenant reflection on Hebrews 11:39–12:2. Though the great saints of old were commended for their faith, they did not receive the promise apart from us—for Christ had not yet come. Now, through Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, both they and we are made complete. As we are surrounded by their testimonies, we are urged to run our race with endurance, looking to Jesus who endured the cross for the joy set b...

In today’s episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer walks us through Hebrews 11:29–38, reflecting on how Old Testament victories and sufferings find their ultimate fulfillment in the New Covenant through Christ. From the crossing of the Red Sea to the collapse of Jericho’s walls, and from Rahab’s rescue to the martyrdom of unnamed saints, this passage reveals a deeper truth: faith is not about the outcome—it’s about the object of our trust. Whether facing lions, fire, or rejection, the faithful lived with eyes fixed on something better—Christ Himself. Join us as we explore how...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, we dive into the life and faith of Moses as remembered in Hebrews 11:23–28. Through the lens of New Covenant theology, Dr. Farmer explores how Moses’ rejection of Egyptian privilege, his endurance in the face of Pharaoh’s wrath, and his obedience in the first Passover all point forward to the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. From the bulrushes of the Nile to the foot of Sinai, Moses lived by faith in the unseen—and in doing so, he foreshadowed the One who would lead the ultimate exodus. We also pause in The Second...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer reflects on the remarkable faith of Joseph in Hebrews 11:22, tying it back to the opening verses of Hebrews 11 and the covenant promise in Genesis 15. Through the lens of New Covenant theology, we discover how Joseph’s final request regarding his bones was a prophetic declaration of hope rooted in God's faithfulness. We explore how trials shaped Joseph’s faith, how his life foreshadows Christ, and what this means for us today as sojourners in a world not our home.
In the Second Pour, we celebrate weekend birthdays across...

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores Hebrews 11:20 and the faith of Isaac as he blessed Jacob and Esau. More than a family drama, this moment reveals the deep trust Isaac had in God’s sovereign plan—even when that plan surprised him. We trace the biblical blessing from Genesis to Jesus, uncovering its fulfillment in Christ and how it now shapes how we bless others. Also in this episode: we honor a legacy of service from Mrs. Sandra Adams and celebrate the birthdays of several members of our Berean family.

In this episode of Coffee with the Superintendent, Dr. Jack Farmer explores Hebrews 11:20 and the faith of Isaac as he blessed Jacob and Esau. More than a family drama, this moment reveals the deep trust Isaac had in God’s sovereign plan—even when that plan surprised him. We trace the biblical blessing from Genesis to Jesus, uncovering its fulfillment in Christ and how it now shapes how we bless others. Also in this episode: we honor a legacy of service from Mrs. Sandra Adams and celebrate the birthdays of several members of our Berean family.