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Joram Restores The Shunammite’s Land

Date: July 22, 2021
Topic: Potential
Passage: 2 Kings 8:1–15

The Lord had revealed to Elisha that he would bring a seven-year famine on the land. This was a punishment for apostasy. Elisha had warned the Shunammite woman and suggested that she move temporarily to the land of the Philistines which would not be affected by the famine …

What The Lord Says About The Philistines

Date:
Topic: Destroyed
Passage: Jeremiah 47:1–7

This Chapter has to do with the God’s Judgments against the Philistines, a nation very closely associated with Egypt. Do you remember Bible stories about how the Philistines were always coming up against Israel? Goliath, whom David slew, was one of the Philistine warriors. …

How will it end?

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Topic: Questions
Passage: Daniel 12:5–13

This last section answers 2 questions. The first is “How long will it last?” Daniel looked and saw two others (probably angels), and he heard someone ask to “the man clothed in linen” (the preincarnate Christ), “How long until the end?” (vv. 5-6). How long is the Tribulation going to …

The Divine Lover

Date:
Topic: Love
Passage: Hosea 2:1–23

Gomer and Israel have left their true husband, Gomer for other men and Israel for other gods. Both were deceived. The Lord calls upon the harlot’s children to accuse their mother of adultery (v. 2). If she does not repent, consequences will follow (vv. 3-5). Like Gomer, Israel is willing to believe …

Death to The King of Babylon

Date: July 21, 2021
Topic: Selfishness
Passage: Isaiah 14:1–32

Isaiah was able to see through the corridor of time to the captivity of Israel, the fall of Babylon, and the return of Israel. The fall of Babylon would assure God’s people that He would work on their behalf (v. 1). The death of the “oppressor” would bring rest, peace and joy to the entire region …

Praise Him For His Kindness

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Topic: Worship
Passage: Psalms 135:1–12

The theme of Psalm 135 is worship. Our worship should be inspired by the fact of who God is and our position in Him (vv. 1-2). Just the mere thought of His name should inspire us to praise Him. Even a little child can praise Him, and it will bring as much delight to the heart of God as a mature …

Shimei Curses David

Date: July 19, 2021
Topic: Curse
Passage: 2 Samuel 16:1–23

David meets Ziba, the servant of Methibosheth, as he starts down the backside of the Mount of Olives (v. 1). Ziba had two donkeys that were carrying 200 loaves of bread, 100 clusters of raisins, 100 figs, and some wine. David asked him who all of this was for and he replied that …

Hope in God’s Word

Date:
Topic: Perseverance
Passage: Psalms 119:73–88

Perseverance is almost a lost virtue in our instant- orientated society. Spiritual maturity does not occur overnight. While the Psalmist is experiencing some persistent type of affliction, he has been promised some great blessing. He waits for God’s Word to be fulfilled. In this passage we can see …

Following Instruction Will Spare You Sorrow

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Topic: Instruction
Passage: Proverbs 13:11–15

How many times have you been tempted by some type of a get rich quick scheme? It is said that two out of three adults participate in some form of gambling. Out of these 80% never receive anything in return. Even if you were to win, verse 11 says wealth that is gotten in a fraudu …

Ignoring The Will of God

Date: July 18, 2021
Topic: Judgment
Passage: Jeremiah 39:1–18

Zedekiah, son on Josiah was the last king of Judah. His two older brothers Jehoahaz and Jehoiakim and his nephew Jehoiachin ruled before him. When Jehoiachin was exiled to Babylon and Zedekiah was 21 years of age he was made king (v. 1). A year and a half after the Babylonian arm …

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