Just the word “jezebel” evokes a whole evil, erotic, seductive mystique, doesn’t it? I looked “jezebel” up in the dictionary, and here’s what Webster-Merriam has to say: “an impudent, shameless, or morally unrestrained woman.” According to other definitions, A jezebel is a wicked, evil, scheming female who is manipulates her victims into giving her wealth, … Continue reading HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Jezebel
Isaiah 66: “As a Mother Comforts Her Child”
Isaiah’s final chapter is primarily about worship. God is sovereign over the whole universe, there is no place that can encompass the Lord. God is vast beyond measure. God is infinite. You and I cannot contain God in a building, or a particular kind of philosophy, or liturgy. “Thus says the Lord:Heaven is my throne, and the … Continue reading Isaiah 66: “As a Mother Comforts Her Child”
Share this:
Revelation 18: Come Out, My People
Then I heard another voice out of the sky saying, “Come out, my people, out of her, in order that you all will not have fellowship in and partake of her sins, in order that you would not take hold of her wounds. “Because her sins have been following close to her as far as … Continue reading Revelation 18: Come Out, My People
Share this:
HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Bathsheba
Bathsheba had grown up admiring the handsome, charismatic king David. It had been an exhilarating time in Israel’s history, and her dad Eliam, one of David’s might men, had been all wrapped up in the thick of it, close with David ever since the young shepherd had been on the lam, running from King Saul. … Continue reading HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Bathsheba
Share this:
Isaiah 65: The Millennial Age
At the end of this chapter filled with the darkness of sin, Isaiah depicted a worldwide event that will completely reform creation—a dramatically new universe, free from corruption and death. New Heavens and New Earth “For I am about to create new heavens and a new earth;the former things shall not be remembered or come to mind.But … Continue reading Isaiah 65: The Millennial Age
Share this:
Revelation 18: Fallen, Fallen is Babylon
After these things, I saw another angel coming down out of the sky, having immense authority, and the earth was illuminated by his glory. Then, he cried out in a forceful voice, saying, “Fallen, Fallen, Babylon the Great, now become a habitat of demons, and a prison of all foul spirits, and a prison of … Continue reading Revelation 18: Fallen, Fallen is Babylon
Share this:
HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Abigail
Abigail’s story begins during a traditionally joyful time, the sheep shearing festival. Many guests had gathered, and there was much feasting. Abigail was well-known for her gracious hospitality, and all the tables were generously supplied. As the celebration wore into the evening, ten plainly dressed men entered the pavilion and came to address Nabal. Would … Continue reading HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Abigail
Share this:
Isaiah 65: Even the Valley of Achor
The people Isaiah was prophesying of had strayed far from God’s way and were bent on continuing along their own path. But they did not seem to have a realization of their spiritual adultery because they also were very religious. “… who say, “Keep to yourself; do not come near me, for I am too holy … Continue reading Isaiah 65: Even the Valley of Achor
Share this:
HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Michal
Embedded within the story of David, Israel’s most beloved king, and of whom the Lord said was a man after God’s own heart, is the tragic story of Michal, a Benjamite princess and daughter of king Saul. Her story begins in Late Bronze Age Canaan. The twelve tribes of Israel were still in the throes … Continue reading HER STORY: Kings and Queens, Michal
Share this:
Isaiah 65: God Bridges the Gap
One of my favorite things about my phone is the maps app. If my GPS knows where we are going, then I rest secure, I simply follow the voice’s directions. My GPS offers regular reassurance, little sound effects so I know when I am getting closer to where I have to turn. But that is … Continue reading Isaiah 65: God Bridges the Gap
