For forty years Israel had been wandering in the wilderness. Now before finally entering the promised land, Moses, who is 120 years old, gives the people a series of messages. In them he reiterates the importance of complete obedience to God, the consequences of choosing not to, and most of all to remember each step of their walk with Him. …
Drawing Near To God – Deuteronomy 1-4Read More »
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Psalm 3:3
We all know the pain of betrayal. And when that betrayal comes from a loved one, the sting is that much more painful. David knew this well. When his own son, Absalom rose up against him and seized the throne of Israel, David was forced to flee for his life. Many thought David had no chance of escape and that God had turned against him. Yet in his despair, David never lost faith that God would deliver him. Though his enemies surrounded him, David could sleep in peace at night knowing he was resting safely in God’s protection. And each morning he woke up with renewed confidence to face the dangers ahead. Just like David, when the wolves are howling at the door, God promises to sustain us both in sleeping and waking up. And no matter how stacked the deck is against us, we can rejoice knowing whatever the storm, God has already given us the victory!
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It was a long journey for David from shepherd boy to king of Israel. And one he couldn’t have made without the help of many along the way. In Psalm 89:20-21 God says, “I have found David My servant; with My holy oil I have anointed him, with whom My hand will be established; My arm will also strengthen him.” God strengthened David in part by sending strong, noble, and faithful men to surround him. …
The Importance Of Mighty Friends – 1 Chronicles 10-12Read More »
The Importance Of Mighty Friends – 1 Chronicles 10-12 Read More »
David’s reign over Israel was nearing its end. He was a shepherd, a warrior, a hero, a king, a psalmist, and a sinner. And through it all he never lost his faith or his desire to live for the Lord. Now in his final years, as he reflects on all that God has done for him, David writes a song of thankfulness and love for the Lord. “I call upon the Lord who is worthy to be praised.” (v. 22:4) …
To Him Goes The Glory – 2 Samuel 22 Read More »
Israel had turned away from the Lord. They rejected His love, choosing instead to chase after foreign gods and live in rebellion. To show the people how far they had fallen, God commanded the prophet Hosea to choose a prostitute and marry her. …
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In these chapters of Ezekiel, God tells of a final attack that will happen against Israel in the last days. After the Jewish people have been regathered to their homeland and are living in peace, they come under attack. Gog, the leader of a great army, comes up against Israel in war and in turn is utterly destroyed by God. …
Profaned No More – Ezekiel 38-42 Read More »
Up until now Jeremiah’s prophecies have been filled with gloom and despair. Now in this section, called the “The Book of Consolation”, the prophet poetically describes the restoration of Israel and Judah after the time know as “Jacob’s distress” (vs. 30:7). He relays God’s promises to return the people to their land, reunite them as a nation, establish with them a new covenant, and through them, bless the world with our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. …
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In Isaiah chapter seven, the kingdom of Judah is being threatened by surrounding nations. God sends the prophet Isaiah to king Ahaz to deliver a message telling him to have no fear and stand strong. For the plans of the enemy, “shall not stand, nor come to pass.” (vs. 7:7) But instead of trusting God, Ahaz turned to the Assyrians, (with disastrous results), for protection. Now some 34 years later the son of Ahaz, Hezekiah, is king and Judah is once again being threatened. This time it’s by the Assyrians themselves led by king Shennacherib. …
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Revelation 12:5
Being God’s chosen people puts a bullseye on the backs of Israel. She is sorely hated by Satan, for through her was born Jesus, the promised Messiah. Even now Israel faces constant attacks from the Enemy. But one day God promises to throw Israel’s adversaries at her feet and His people will know peace forever. For soon the born Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, will return as the great conquering Lion of Judah. He will set up His earthly kingdom, and the King will perfectly rule with a rod of iron.
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Micah 5:2
Don’t you just love the way God works? The Bible is filled with stories of Him using unremarkable people to do remarkable things. The city of Bethlehem was tiny compared to the great cities of Judah. Yet from this seemingly insignificant city not only came Israel’s king David, but is the birthplace of Messiah Jesus, Ruler of all things. And God wants to do great things through us as well. When we surrender to Him and walk according to His will, He will use us to accomplish tremendous and wonderful deeds!
December 12th – Micah 5:2 Read More »