Monthly Archives: August 2014

Resolved

An angelic visitation, visions of unimaginable beasts, interpretations, writing on the wall, a lion’s den, and a fiery furnace; the Book of Daniel holds a lot of amazing pictures. There is definitely an understanding that God is at work and … Continue reading

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Live by Faith

Written at a time when the power of Assyria is about to be eclipsed by the Babylonian Empire, the Book of Habakkuk points to the sovereignty of God. Babylon will punish Assyria and, in turn, be punished at a later … Continue reading

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Steadfast Love

The deed is done. Judgment has fallen. God’s people have begun the Babylonian captivity. Seventy years of separation from the Promised Land, national identity, temple worship, and independence will bring drastic changes to the children of Israel. But for now, … Continue reading

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Relentless Love

Jeremiah 36-45 can be difficult reading. Time after time, Jeremiah pleads with the people of Judah to repent. His warnings are emphatic and specific. Babylon is going to destroy Jerusalem unless the people repent. King Zedekiah is warned in writing, … Continue reading

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Comfort

Jeremiah 30 and 31 have been called the “Book of Comfort” by many scholars. The Book of Comfort is a series of promises made by God to His people. Though the punishment for their sin seemed high, it was necessary … Continue reading

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