Jesus I Am Statements: I Am the Good Shepherd
I Am the Good Shepherd In the Gospel of John, Jesus unveils profound truths through poetic metaphors, offering a glimpse into His divine nature and His deep love for humanity. …
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Ruth & Naomi – A Story of Redemption
The stories of several people in the Bible are woven together so closely that they are almost inseparable. We know more about their relationship than we know about them as …
Haggai – The Reconstruction of the Temple
The book of Haggai is a book of the Hebrew Bible or Tanakh and is the third-to-last of the Minor Prophets. It is a short book, consisting of only two …
Jesus I Am Statements: I Am the Door
I Am the Door In the pages of the Gospel of John, the profound teachings of Jesus are often cloaked in metaphors that illuminate spiritual truths. One such metaphor is …
Delilah – Hebrew Seductress, Philistine ruler
Delilah is a significant figure in the Bible, best known for her role in the story of Samson found in the Book of Judges. She is often regarded as a …
Zephaniah – The Day of the Lord
Zephaniah warned the people of Judah that if they refused to repent, the entire nation, including the beloved city of Jerusalem, would be lost. The people knew that God would …
Jesus I Am Statements: I Am the Light of the World
I Am the Light of the World In the tapestry of the Gospel of John, Jesus’ words resonate like brilliant gems, illuminating the depths of our existence and guiding us …
Samson – Israelite Warrior and Judge
It is sad to be remembered for what one might have been. Samson had tremendous potential. Not many people have started life with credentials like his. Born as a result …
Habakkuk – The Just Shall Live by His Faith
When Habakkuk was troubled he brought his concerns directly to God. After receiving God’s answers, he responded with a prayer of faith. Habakkuk’s example is one that should encourage us …
Jephthah – Israelite Judge and Warrior
It’s hard to not admire people whose word can be depended on completely and whose actions are consistent with their words. For such people, talking is not avoiding action; it …
Nahum – The Judgment of Nineveh
Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian empire, is the subject of the book of Nahum. The news of its coming destruction was a relief for Judah, who was subject to …
Jesus I Am Statements: I Am the Bread of Life
In the Gospel of John, Jesus often used powerful metaphors to convey profound spiritual truths. One of the most compelling metaphors He employed was that of being the “bread of …
Timothy – Beloved and Faithful Son
Painful lessons are usually doorways to new opportunities. Even the apostle Paul had much to learn. Shortly after his disappointing experience with John Mark, Paul recruited another eager young man, …
Abimelech – My Father is King
People who desire power always outnumber those who are able to use power wisely once they have it. Perhaps this is because power has a way of taking over and …
Micah – The Judgment and Restoration of Judah
Micah emphasized the need for justice and peace. Like a lawyer, he set forth God’s case against Israel and Judah, their leaders, and their people. Throughout the book are prophecies …