ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSE 12

March 25, 2016 by Dr. Mike Bagwell

God's judgment, having scanned the points of the compass in Zephaniah 2, now centers on the little country of Ethiopia. After a clear warning to Israel (Judah) in verses 1-3, God began His parade of judgment, almost as if He held a map in His … [Continue reading]

ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSES 8-11

March 24, 2016 by Dr. Mike Bagwell

Isaiah did this. So did Jeremiah. And Amos as well. Among other Old testament Prophets ... pronouncing severe judgment on the Nations surrounding Israel, because of their hatred for God's special people. And our little Preacher, … [Continue reading]

ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSES 4-7

March 23, 2016 by Dr. Mike Bagwell

While God NEVER seems to overlook any sin on the part of His people, meaning Judah specifically in the Book of Zephaniah ... God abruptly (now already having chastened His people) turns and severely (much more severely) judges the enemies of Judah … [Continue reading]

ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSE 3

March 22, 2016 by Dr. Mike Bagwell

This Verse is on my mind. A prayer to God from the lips of His Prophet Habakkuk. "O Lord, I have heard thy speech, and was afraid: O LORD, IN WRATH REMEMBER MERCY." Habakkuk 3:2 And that's exactly what God is doing in Zephaniah 2:3. After a whole … [Continue reading]

ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSES 1-2

March 21, 2016 by Dr. Mike Bagwell

With judgment pending, for the whole Nation of Judah, God seems to give one more opportunity for grace! "Gather yourselves together, yea, gather together, O nation not desired; before the decree bring forth, before the day pass as the chaff, before … [Continue reading]