Author: Alan Holden

Introduction In the days of Isaiah, Ethiopia was a major world power, ruling Egypt and a chief rival to Assyria. Since Judah was caught in the middle between this conflict, it might make sense for Judah to align herself with Ethiopia against Assyria. “In 715 B.C. an Ethiopian named Shabako gained control of Egypt as…

Introduction, v. 1 A. During the invasion of Chaldean and Aramean armies against Jehoiakim (2 Kings 24:2-4), Jehovah sends Jeremiah to the house of the Rechabites. B. The Rechabites were descendants of Jethro the Kenite (1 Chronicles 2:55). 1. The father of the Rechabites was Jonadab who led the purge of the House of Ahab…

The Purpose of Salvation, vv. 1-7 A. To Display God’s Righteousness, v. 3 1. Works righteousness, v. 5, by obeying the Law. a. No one can keep the Law perfectly. b. “The soul that sinneth” shall die, see Leviticus 18:5 and Ezekiel 18. c. Self-righteousness is arrogant ignorance of one’s ability to be righteous before…

Introduction God announces His judgment on the alliance of Israel and Syria for their invasion against Judah, see chapter 11 and 2 Kings 25:29 and 16:9. The Destruction of Judgment, vv 1-5, 12-14 A. The Lord destroys the cities of Syria: 1. Damascus–>a ruinous heap 2. Aroer–>pasture land for flocks B. The Lord destroys Ephraim…

Introduction Verses 21 and 22 of this chapter give further information about the time and context. God said regarding the Babylonian army that they had gone back from Jerusalem, but that He would command…and cause them to return to this city (Jeremiah 34:22). The events of this chapter are in the context of when the…

Introduction Paul wrote the Corinthian church to address several problems: division, immorality, lack of spiritual growth, and confusion in the assembly. In chapters 12 -14, Paul writes about the work of the Holy Spirit that unifies a church, not divides it. A. Chapter 12: the Holy Spirit distributes spiritual works on the members of the…

Introduction A. Moab descended from the son of the incestuous relationship between Lot and one of his daughters, Genesis 19:30-38. B. Moabites were enemies of Israel. 1. Balak, king of Moab, hired Balaam to curse Israel, Numbers 22-25. 2. Eglon, king of Moab, oppressed Israel in the days of the Judges, Judges 3:12-30. 3. During…

Introduction While imprisoned in Zedekiah’s royal dungeon, Jehovah declared several promises, v. 1. A. This is Jehovah the Creator. B. This is Jehovah the Covenant-maker. “Call and I Will Answer,” vv. 2-3 The “mighty things” God promises are beyond imagination compared to the siege and destruction by the Babylonians. God is always available to His…

Introduction In chapters 9-11, Paul discusses Israel’s spiritual history: past (chapter 9), present (chapter 10), and future (chapter 11). His purpose is to explain how God could set aside Israel and save the Gentiles, and how He will restore Israel at some future date. Israel’s Election Described, vv. 1-13 A. Blessings of the Election, vv….

Introduction A. Chapters 11-14 deals with disorder in the church. 1. Their meetings were disorderly and unscriptural. 2. Women took the lead over the men. 3. Various members competed for leadership and opportunities to speak. 4. This confusion was a poor testimony to the lost. B. Chapter 11 deals with the disorder in the church….