Daniel – God’s Plan for the Ages
While Ezekiel was ministering to the captives in Babylon, Daniel was drafted as a counselor to King Nebuchadnezzar. With God’s help, Daniel interpreted two of the king’s dreams, Daniel’s three …
Moses – Prophet and Deliverer of Israel
Some people can’t stay out of trouble. When conflict breaks out, they always manage to be nearby. Reaction is their favorite action. This was Moses. He seemed drawn to what …
Ezekiel – Punishment is Certain
While Jeremiah was prophesying in Jerusalem that the city would soon fall to the Babylonians, Ezekiel was giving the same message to the captives who were already in Babylon. Like …
Judah – Son of Jacob
People who are leaders stand out. They don’t necessarily look or act a certain way until the need for their action is apparent. Among their skills are outspokenness, decisiveness, action, …
Lamentations – Anguish & Hope
In Lamentations, Jeremiah grieves deeply because of the destruction of Jerusalem and the devastation of his nation. But in the middle of his book, in the depths of his grief, …
Jeremiah – Turn Back to God
Jeremiah confronts many people with their sins: kings, false prophets, those at the temples, and those at the gates. A lack of response made Jeremiah wonder if he was doing …
Isaiah – Here Am I Send Me
The book of Isaiah is the first of the writings of the Prophets in the Bible; and Isaiah, the author, is generally considered to be the greatest prophet. He was …
The Truth About Sin – Isaiah 53
Society is beginning to show signs of honesty in dealing with a major problem. Thousands of lives have been destroyed by a disease that was unknown several years ago – …
Joseph – Man With Divine Purpose
As a youngster, Joseph was overconfident. His natural self-assurance, increased by being Jacob’s favorite son and by knowledge of God’s designs on his life, was unbearable to his ten older …
Song of Solomon – Human Intimacy and the Kingdom
Song of Solomon is a wedding song honoring marriage. The most explicit statements on sex in the Bible can be found in this book. It has often been criticized through …
Laban – Brother of Rebekah
We’re all selfish, but some of us have a real corner on the weakness. Laban’s whole life was stamped by self-centeredness. His chief goal was to look out for himself. …
Ecclesiastes – A Time for Everything
The book of Ecclesiastes gives every evidence of being a carefully composed literary essay that must be grasped as a totality before it can be understood in part. The content …
Scripture Reading Plan: Read the Bible in One Year
In our fast-paced world, finding time for spiritual nourishment can be a challenge. However, regular Scripture reading is essential for deepening our understanding of God’s Word and cultivating a closer …
Rachel – Wife of Jacob
History seems to repeat itself here. Twice a town well in Haran was the site of significant events in one family’s story. It was here that Rebekah met Eliezer, Abraham’s …
Proverbs – Wisdom in Daily Life
Solomon instructed the young people of his day like a father giving advice to his child. While many of these proverbs are directed toward young people, the principles supporting them …