In Daniel 4-6 (CSB), King Nebuchadnezzar experiences divine humbling and restoration, acknowledging God's eternal dominion after a period of madness. Belshazzar's irreverence leads to his downfall through Daniel's interpretation of mysterious writing, while Daniel's faithfulness saves him from a lions' den, inspiring King Darius to proclaim reverence for Daniel's God across his realm.
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Today’s Reading: Read Daniel 4-6 Daniel’s time in Babylon gave him many opportunities to show that He followed God’s plan! God gave Daniel the wisdom...
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In Daniel 1-3 (CSB), Daniel and his friends, despite being captives in Babylon, remain faithful to God, refusing the king's food and idol worship, which earns them divine favor and wisdom. Their steadfast faith leads to miraculous deliverances—Daniel interprets Nebuchadnezzar’s troubling dream, and his friends survive a fiery furnace, prompting the king to acknowledge their God's power and authority.
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Today’s Reading: Read Daniel 1-3 Let’s build something today! First, grab a sheet of paper and a pencil. Draw out exactly what you might want...
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In the latest Sermon Notes episode, host Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball dive into the enthralling narrative of the Book of Daniel, exploring themes of faithfulness, sovereignty, and divine wisdom.
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In Ezekiel 45-48, the allocation of land and establishment of sacred districts demonstrate a well-ordered community centered around worship and fairness. The detailed regulations for offerings and the use of sacred spaces ensure that social justice, worship integrity, and the celebration of communal festivals uphold the sanctity and divine presence in the newly envisioned temple.
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Today’s Reading: Read Ezekiel 45:1-8; 46:1-13; 47:13-23; 48 In Exodus when we read about the Israelites leaving Egypt, we learned how God used Moses to...
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In Ezekiel 41-44, the detailed descriptions of the temple's measurements and designs reveal a highly structured space, symbolic of divine order and holiness. The inner and outer structures, chambers, and sacred objects emphasize the separation between the holy and the common, reinforcing the theme of purity and the presence of God’s glory in the sanctuary.
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Today’s Reading: Read Ezekiel 43:1-12 Set a timer for 60 seconds. Challenge your family to create a timeline of the temple beginning with David’s desire...
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GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY This week we read how God promised to be the Shepherd for the Israelites. He can be that for us, as well....
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In Ezekiel 37-40, the vision of the Valley of Dry Bones illustrates God's promise to revive and restore Israel, both physically and spiritually, culminating in their reunification and cleansing from idolatry. Ezekiel's subsequent visions detail the meticulous measurements and sanctified structure of a new temple, symbolizing God's reestablished presence and order among the people.
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Today’s Reading: Read Ezekiel 37 and Ezekiel 40 Grab a jigsaw puzzle and scatter the pieces on a table. Work together with your family to...
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