Have you ever used the phrase, “I could see the handwriting on the wall?” Do you know where that originated? Today’s read included Daniel 5, which tells the story. Belshazzar is the now the king (a descendant of Nebuchadnezzar, perhaps his grandson). He gives a great banquet for more than 1,000 people (nobles, wives, concubines). …
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Read-Through-The-Bible [09.07.19]
Today’s read of Daniel 4 contains the story of Nebuchadnezzar’s humbling. This king of Babylon has come face to face with the power of the Most High God several times as he dealt with these Jewish exiles. He knows Daniel and his friends have a connection to “a” god, but he has not yet acknowledged …
Read-Through-The-Bible [08.26.19]
Today’s read of Ezekiel 26-28 contains God’s words against the nation of Tyre; he also specifically addresses the king of Tyre. Part of this passage might be familiar to you. In 28:11-19 God addresses the king of Tyre, but seems to clearly refer to what only can be Satan, as He describes his original beauty, …
