Today we begin the book of Nehemiah (chapters 1-4), one of the most exciting and practical books in the Old Testament. There are so many lessons in Nehemiah’s story they practically write themselves! It is an excellent read if you are discouraged in the work God has called you to do. And aren’t we all …
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Read-Through-The-Bible [10.07.19]
Today we finish up the book of Ezra; it doesn’t end on a high note. Ezra learns that in the years since the first exiles returned, they have foolishly fallen back to their old ways. They have taken wives from the nations surrounding them, in direct disobedience to God’s commands. He is especially distraught to …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.06.19]
Today we pick up Ezra again as he leads a group of more than 1500 Jews to Jerusalem in a “second wave” of resettlement in 458 BC. They are given the blessing and support of the new king Artaxerxes. Not only does he provide financial support, but he also makes a decree that none of …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.05.19]
Today’s read was the little book of Malachi, just 3 short chapters. Malachi speaks to the spiritual condition of the people several decades after their return. While the temple has been rebuilt, returning the land to its former condition of prosperity and productivity is much slower. And so, apparently, is the spiritual renewal of the …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.04.19]
Today we finish up Esther’s story. After fasting for three days, Esther approaches the king and is received. She invites the king and Haman to a banquet the following day, and at this banquet, she asks him to come to a second banquet the next day, when she will reveal what she really wants. I’ve …
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