Jesus’ Prayer, Betrayal, Arrest, Trial, and Sentencing
Matthew 26 This chapter begins the story of one of the saddest events of human history. Yes, there have been other instances of great human tragedy in history and even …
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Each Person is Responsible for Their Own Sins
Ezekiel 18 It is not uncommon for people to blame someone else for their troubles or circumstances. Sometimes there is some truth to the matter but in this chapter God …
Read MoreAzariah & Jotham of Judah; Zechariah, Shallum, Menahem, Pekahiah, & Pekah of Israel
2 Kings 15 In this chapter we see a contrast of the longer reigns of the kings of Judah as opposed to the shorter reigns, often ending in assassination, of …
Read MoreBalak and Balaam, Part 3
Numbers 24 This third time Balak has brought Balaam to a place where he could curse the Israelites for him and thereby ensure a victory in battle. But Balaam doesn’t …
Read MoreA Riddle and Its Explanation
Ezekiel 17 In this chapter, Ezekiel is told to use a parable and riddle to proclaim God’s message to the people. Ezekiel describes how Jehoiachin and Zedekiah were treated and …
Read MoreGod’s Love for Jerusalem
Ezekiel 16 This chapter is a summary of how God has and will deal with the city of Jerusalem. Jerusalem’s history would be worthy of much more space than the …
Read MoreA Useless Vine or A Useful But Charred Log
Ezekiel 15 God compares two objects from nature, a vine and the wood of a tree, and uses them to describe what He plans to do with the city of …
Read MoreIdolatrous Leaders Are Condemned; Jerusalem Will Not Be Spared
Ezekiel 14 In this chapter, we find God condemning men who claim to be righteous but secretly have idols setup in their hearts and have set before them the very …
Read MoreGod Condemns False Prophets and Prophetesses
Ezekiel 13 Sometimes it is difficult to know who to believe and who not to believe, especially when it comes to people who claim to speak for God. In this …
Read MoreEzekiel Is Told To Prepare For A Journey
Ezekiel 12 Once again Ezekiel is told to act out a message from God regarding the soon coming wrath which God had planned for the southern kingdom of Judah. Why? …
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