I can't even begin to imagine what it was like for Hosea when God told him to take a whore as his wife. As if that wasn't enough, God then told Hosea to remain faithful to his wife even though she cheated on him in their marriage. Actually, Hosea didn't just remain faithful to Gomer, he pursued her and brought her back to him. Why would God ... [Continue Reading]
A true spiritual leader (2 Kings 18:1-8; 2 Chronicles 29-31)
I just found a new favorite person in the Bible, and I'll add him to my list of others. I have read about Hezekiah before, but I don't think I ever really looked at him with much depth. His quality of leadership is worth emulating because Hezekiah used his position for the purpose of bringing the nation back to a recognition of and commitment to the ... [Continue Reading]
Forever (Isaiah 26-27)
Forever is a long time, and I can't even begin to try to wrap my mind around the concept of just how long it actually is. I'm 27, and elementary school seems like "forever ago." When I multiply that by about a billion, my head starts to spin, and I lose all comprehension of what that means. Let's just say that forever is a long ... [Continue Reading]
No more tears (Isaiah 24-25)
As bad as Israel's exile was and as bad as hopeless as the situation seemed, Isaiah reminded the people that God would swallow up death: yet another foreshadowing of Christ's death and atonement (payment) for our sins. Though their situation was bleak, the tears would one day be wiped away. This prophecy doesn't relate just to them, however, it ... [Continue Reading]
Happy New Year!
I just wanted to wish a Happy New Year to everyone! If you're still reading through the Bible with me, then we've made it 5 months! Keep up the great work, and hang in there! I'm in Michigan with our Jr. High students for a winter retreat with Franklin and Brandywine Communities Churches. I hope your new year is a great one! ... [Continue Reading]
The irony of it all (Isaiah 13-14; 22:1-14)
I've commented here before about the ironies of the Faith. In Isaiah 14 we're reminded of an irony that we should all pay close attention to: those who seek greatness will be humbled. There are some who seek to make themselves greater than the Most High. Sadly, the temptation exists today and is often seen in church leadership: the leader ... [Continue Reading]
Israel in exile (2 Chronicles 28; 2 Kings 16-17)
When you read the acts of the Israelites it isn't hard to believe why God wanted them out of His sight (2 Kings 17:18). Performing such abominations as child sacrifice and worshiping other gods, the Israelites were taken captive by the Assyrians. Was God giving up on them because of their sins? The answer is a shocking NO! God's desire ... [Continue Reading]
Religious routine (Micah 5-7)
Several months ago I was sitting in a church service, and a question went through my head... unfortunately when a person works for a church it's easy to begin analyzing everything that happens during the services rather than totally focusing during worship (a temptation I fight on a regular basis). Anyway the question I started thinking about was: How many of ... [Continue Reading]
A complicated message (Micah 1-4)
Once again I have to confess my ignorance when it comes to understanding the Prophets. I looked some information up in the New Bible Commentary, and I think it will be more helpful than a personal commentary from me. In the first series, Israel is sent into exile and their holy land dislocated on account of their sin (1:2–2:11). The Lord, however, promises to ... [Continue Reading]
My strength and my song (Isaiah 12)
Isaiah's description of God's redemption of His people is amazing. His anger is turned away so that we might be comforted; we have no reason to fear; God is our strength, our song, and our salvation. What more reason is there to praise His name? ... [Continue Reading]
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