September 25 | Things Change….
Today’s Reading: Read Ezra 7-9 Think of a place your family has gone on vacation recently. What do you remember about it? Was it hot...
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Restoration and Reformation: Lessons from Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther
In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother and guest Brian Ball delve into the themes of restoration and reformation as illustrated in the books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther.
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Daily Devotional
September 24, 2024
September 24, 2024
Malachi 1-4; Psalm 50
In the book of Malachi, the Lord expresses His enduring love for Israel and rebukes the corrupt priests for offering defiled sacrifices. He promises judgment for evildoers and blessings for those who fear Him, prophesying the arrival of Elijah before the great day of the Lord. In Psalm 50, God calls for His people to offer genuine sacrifices of thanksgiving and warns the wicked of His coming judgment.
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September 24 | Forgetting what’s Important
Today’s Reading: Read Malachi 1:1-2:2; 2:5-12; 3:1-6, 16-18; Malachi 4; Psalm 50 Have you ever forgotten something really important? Maybe it was your mom’s birthday...
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Daily Devotional
September 23, 2024
September 23, 2024
Esther 6-10
In Esther 6-10, King Ahasuerus, unable to sleep, discovers he has not rewarded Mordecai for thwarting an assassination, which leads to Haman, intending to have Mordecai hanged, unwittingly honoring him. As Esther reveals Haman's plot against her people, the king orders Haman executed and empowers the Jews to defend themselves, leading to their victory and the establishment of the festival of Purim, with Mordecai rising to high rank.
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September 23 | God Used Esther to Save the Israelites
Today’s Reading: Read Esther 6-10 Congratulations! You were such a good king or queen last week; you get to be king or queen again today....
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September 22 | Week 38 Gospel Conversation Opportunity
GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY Who is the strongest person you know? What makes them strong? Are they strong because they have muscles? Can they pick things...
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September 21, 2024
September 21, 2024
Esther 1-5
In Esther 1-5, King Ahasuerus, after deposing Queen Vashti for her disobedience, chooses Esther as the new queen, unaware she is Jewish. Meanwhile, Esther’s cousin Mordecai discovers a plot to kill all Jews, positioning Esther uniquely to save her people.
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September 21 | For Such a Time As This
Today’s Reading: Read Esther 1-5 If you were the King or Queen for the day, what would you do? Take turns sharing with your family...
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September 20, 2024
September 20, 2024
Zechariah 8-14
In Zechariah 8-14, Zechariah conveys messages of hope and restoration, promising that Jerusalem will be a place of safety and joy, where old and young will thrive. Through a series of visions, prophecies, and symbolic actions, the prophet foretells the coming of the Messianic age, a time when all nations will seek the Lord and His people will be purified and strengthened.
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September 20 | How the Story Ends….
Today’s Reading: Read Zechariah 8; Zechariah 9:9-17; Zechariah 11:15-16; Zechariah 13:1-2; Zechariah 14:3-11 When you read a book, are you ever tempted to jump to...
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September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024
Zechariah 1-7
Zechariah 1-7: Zechariah begins with a call for repentance, reminding the people of their ancestors' disobedience and encouraging a return to the Lord for restoration and prosperity. Through a series of vivid visions and symbolic actions, the prophet conveys messages of hope, revealing plans for rebuilding the temple, restoring Jerusalem, and the coming of the Messiah.
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