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Deborah, a prophetess, judge, and warrior stands tall among women, forged by God to express His strength and wisdom. Her story a resilient testimony of courage, faith, and trusting God, regardless of circumstances is told in Judges 4-5. The exhortations we find in Deborah’s story are ones all Christians need to remember always. Deborah lived…

Continuing the chronological series of studies of the prophets. In the wilderness of Judea, a bold voice thundered, calling people to repentance and preparing the way for the Messiah. This was John the Baptist, an important figure in Christian history whose life and ministry represents the transitional figure between the Old and New Testament. John’s…

Dear friends in Christ, I expect many of you like me have had a hard time understanding the recent events. The following is just something I had to write down so I could read to myself and then read the scriptures that help point me to Christ in these times of trouble. I don’t believe…

Have you ever run from God’s calling in your life. “Let the young people do it, I’ve done my time” or “I have too much to do to add another thing to my plate”. I hear this all of the time, and I don’t find anything in the Bible that would allow us to have…

The narrative of Hosea, is a narrative about how we are to live out the relentless love of God. The Book of Hosea includes his life and ministry, and is representative of the grace, forgiveness, and commitment of God and His people in spite of our wanderings. As Christians we are confronted by Hosea’s story,…

When I think of influential prophets Daniel comes to the top of my mind either first or second (Isiah being the other one that pops up.) He was the prophet whose faith and courage in the face of trials offer timeless lessons for Christians today. His story, throughout the Book of Daniel, is a powerful…

Ezekiel, one of the most colorful and visionary prophets in the Old Testament, lived during a time of crisis for God’s people. His ministry, recorded in the Book of Ezekiel, spoke to the Jewish exiles in Babylon around 593–571 BC. Known for his visions, actions, and proclamations, Ezekiel revealed God’s holiness, judgment, and promise of…

The Prophet Jeremiah: A Voice of Truth in Tears Jeremiah, often called the “weeping prophet,” is one of the most relatable figures in the Bible. His life, recorded in the Book of Jeremiah and Lamentations, reveals a man called to a unbelievable task: to speak God’s truth to a rebellious nation (sound familiar?). Through his…

Elijah’s story begins abruptly in 1 Kings 17:1, where he emerges as a prophet during a dark time in Israel’s history. The nation, under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, had turned to idolatry, worshiping Baal, a pagan god. Elijah, whose name means “My God is Yahweh,” was sent by God to confront this apostasy. His…

Isaiah’s ministry began with a life-changing vision of God’s holiness in the temple (Isaiah 6:1-8). Seeing the Lord “high and lifted up” and hearing the seraphim proclaim His glory, Isaiah was overwhelmed by his own sinfulness. Yet, God cleansed him, touching his lips with a burning coal, and commissioned him to speak to a stubborn…

Moses often called the Reluctant Prophet Who Met God Face-to-Face What would you say if God called you to confront a powerful ruler, lead an enslaved nation to freedom, and guide them through a desert for decades? Moses, a man who stuttered and doubted his abilities, faced this very call at a burning bush (Exodus…

I am starting a new series to understand more about the prophets. In the Bible, prophets are among the most compelling figures, serving as God’s messengers in times of crisis, rebellion, and hope. From Moses to Isaiah to John the Baptist, prophets played a vital role in God’s plan, and their calling offers profound insights…