Isaiah the Prophet Calls Judah to Repentance
The book of Isaiah was written during the reigns of kings Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah, all of whom successively ruled the southern kingdom of Judah. During this time politically, both Israel and Judah had reached incredible wealth and power. Unfortunately, they also had declined spiritually, giving in to division, idolatry and immorality.
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The Children of God Have the Privelege and Authority to Speak His Word
Christians have the God-given right to share the message of Jesus Christ, the God-given responsibility to hold forth the Word of life.
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Jesus is the Standard Over Which Many Men will Fall
Both in the flesh and in the Spirit, Jesus did not measure up to the Messiah that the people were expecting. Jesus literally became a stumbling block in all areas for many of the people of Israel.
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New Testament Angels Include a Select Few
Since the spiritual condition of humankind hinged on the life and ministry of Jesus, God took great care in announcing through an angel the birth of John the Baptist, the one who would prepare the way for Jesus' ministry.
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The Books of the Bible are Interdependent
The Bible is made up of 66 individual books, written by 40 different writers, over a 1600 year period, all with one Author, God Himself. Each book has a distinct Messianic undercurrent, often in surprising locations.
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Unselfish Acts of Hosea Present a Message on the Love of God
Hosea ministered to the northern kingdom of Israel during the reign of Jeroboam II. By outward appearances, Israel was doing well. But just below the surface, spiritual and political unrest and anarchy were brewing.
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Amos Prophesied about the Judgment of Nations
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The Return of Christ and the Gathering Together
Even with tremendous opposition and persecution, Christians in Thessalonica were able to stand strong in their faith, bringing joy and peace to Paul, their spiritual father.
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Jonah Disobeys God and Ends Up in the Stomach of a Great Fish
The story of Jonah is often told in Sunday School, but the book of the Bible is an important message for Christians who tend to disobey God. Jonah was to preach to the city of Ninevah, but his hatred for the people had him sailing away, only to be thrown off the boat and into the belly of a whale.
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Zechariah affirms the Character of God to His People
Zechariah was called to speak to the returned exiles in Jerusalem, encouraging them to continue their building of the temple of the Lord despite rising opposition. But his ministry also included affirming God's characteristics and re-establishing His promises to His people.
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