An old Preacher used to say, "Everything rises and falls on leadership." The Book of Proverbs essentially agrees. For example: "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn." Proverbs … [Continue reading]
ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 3, VERSE 2
Relentlessly the stern words of warning (and rebuke) continue! The Prophet Zephaniah (actually quoting Almighty God) will not stop short of obeying Isaiah 58:1. "Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their … [Continue reading]
ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 3, VERSE 1
Jerusalem, Capitol City of Judah, is in view today, in our Lesson. And three descriptors are applied to these precious people, "accusations" from God Himself. Let's read the specifics, Zephaniah 3:1. "Woe to her that is filthy and polluted, to the … [Continue reading]
ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSES 13-15
Now, Assyria is under discussion, in today's Text, Zephaniah 2:13-15. Yes, God in Heaven will even bring this mighty Nation "down!" As He has done so many other entities ... primarily because of their hatred and mistreatment of the people of … [Continue reading]
ZEPHANIAH, CHAPTER 2, VERSE 12
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]
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