The prophet Obadiah arises to denounce Edom’s pride and aggression, and to threaten judgment against her for her cruelty. According to House, Obadiah presents the God who judges pride. Title…
Today, we look at this passage under the heading of what do you need for Christmas? And as we highlight each real need, we will also highlight what God has…
2020 has proven to be a year of challenges. Many normal routines of life have been interrupted, many have suffered loss, others have been frustrated by local and national events…
This chapter provides us with several marks of a healthy church. It doesn’t provide an exhaustive list; Paul has lots to say in his other letters about what makes a…
Chapters 7 through 9 of Amos contain five visions and a single narrative, all of which reinforce the idea that Israel is a nation bent on sinning and destined to…
As we conclude this passage today, I want to highlight the contrast between what Satan tries to do and what God successfully does. Don’t get me wrong: this passage does…
While all prophets denounce sin, Amos does not shy away from specifics. He names sins throughout his prophecy and promises that God will hold all people accountable for their sin.…
What I want to do today is highlight against the ongoing nature of the events between the first and second comings of Christ, leading ultimately to a final manifestation of…
Paul writes to the Thessalonian church to comfort them by reminding them of the visible nature of Christ’s return, and to highlight certain events that must occur before Jesus appears.…
Last week we saw that God called for his people to repent (1:13–14; 2:12–13). Based on 2:18, it appears the people responded favorably. Therefore, God promises restoration. We see that…