Habakkuk questions God's tolerance of injustice, expressing dismay at violence and corruption in Judah, to which God responds with the revelation of an impending judgment through the Babylonian invasion. Despite the terrifying prophecy, Habakkuk concludes with a prayer of awe and faith in God's eternal sovereignty, choosing to rejoice in the Lord even amidst suffering and destruction.
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GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY The Israelites messed up often, didn’t they? God was so faithful to forgive them – over and over. God kept His promise...
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In 2 Kings 22-23 and 2 Chronicles 34-35, King Josiah of Judah, known for his righteousness, initiated significant religious reforms and restoration of the temple, where the Book of the Law was discovered, leading to a renewed covenant with God and a grand observance of Passover. Despite his faithful reforms, Josiah died in battle against Pharaoh Neco, marking a poignant end to his reformative reign, as chronicled in the historical records of Judah's kings.
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Today’s Reading: Read 2 Kings 22-23 If you were to gather the following ingredients, what do you think you would be making? Flour, baking soda,...
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Today’s Reading: Read Zephaniah 1:1-7; 2:1-3; 3:9,12-17 Work together as a family to build a tower using whatever supplies you can find. (blocks, boxes, etc.)...
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Zephaniah prophesies a severe, sweeping judgment from God against all creation, highlighting a day of wrath and destruction that spares no one due to rampant idolatry and moral decay. Yet, there's hope for repentance and restoration, as God promises eventual salvation and renewal for the humble and faithful remnants.
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Our mission is to engage the whole person with the whole gospel of Jesus Christ anywhere, anytime, with anybody. One of the ways we are...
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Today’s Reading: Read Nahum 1; Nahum 2:2-6; Nahum 3:18-19 To understand today’s reading, we need to remember a couple of things we have read about. ...
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Nahum prophesies the total destruction and divine judgment against Nineveh for its wickedness, emphasizing God's power and justice. Despite Nineveh's might and cruelty, Nahum assures deliverance for Judah and foretells that no one will mourn Nineveh's fall, marking a decisive end to its terror.
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Today’s Reading: Read II Kings 21:1-5; 7-15; 17-26; II Chronicles 33:10-25 Today we are jumping back into the story of the Israelites. Let’s see what...
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In 2 Kings 21 and 2 Chronicles 33, King Manasseh of Judah, known for his evil reign, led Judah into idolatry and sin, but later repented and restored true worship after being captured by the Assyrians. His son Amon continued the idolatrous practices, which led to his assassination, and was succeeded by his son Josiah.
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In this episode of Sermon Notes, our host Brian Ball is joined by the campus and teaching pastor at The Church at Lockeland Springs, David Hannah, to walk through the book of Ecclesiastes.
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