Unveiling the Heart of God: Zephaniah and Nahum’s Prophetic Messages
In this episode of Sermon Notes, hosts Jay Strother and Brian Ball dive into the biblical books of Zephaniah and Nahum, two of the minor prophets.
Read ArticleIn this episode of Sermon Notes, hosts Jay Strother and Brian Ball dive into the biblical books of Zephaniah and Nahum, two of the minor prophets.
Read ArticleToday’s Reading: Read Joel 1:1-7; 15-20; 2:1-2,12-32;3:1-2,9-21 Let’s consider some actions and consequences. Throw a ball up in the air. If nothing interacts with the...
Read ArticleThe Book of Joel opens with a description of a devastating locust plague that serves as a metaphor for an impending invasion, urging the people of Judah to lament and turn to God. Joel calls for national repentance, promising that if the people return to God, He will restore their fortunes and bless the land. The prophecy culminates with a promise of the outpouring of God's Spirit on all people and the judgment of the nations, emphasizing God's power and presence in Zion, affirming His protective and redeeming role for Israel.
Read DevotionalToday’s Reading: Read Habakkuk 1:1-7,12-13; 2:1-4,20;3:1-6,13-19 Parents- play a game of Simon Says. Start out with easy, traditional instructions to follow! As the parent, give...
Read ArticleHabakkuk 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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Read ArticleIn 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.
Read DevotionalToday’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,...
Read ArticleToday’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.)...
Read ArticleZephaniah 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.
Read DevotionalOur mission is to engage the whole person with the whole gospel of Jesus Christ anywhere, anytime, with anybody. One of the ways we are...
Read ArticleToday’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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