There are 66 books in the Bible. That in itself should give an indication as to the nature of the Bible. It is a library. A library featuring a number of books and with that there are a number of different styles of writing in it. Even within the genres there are different ways of […]
Read More MWTM: Reflections“Do you remember when you were hungry?” The question came out of the blue. Right in the middle of a conversation we were having. No lead up to it at all. Nothing to give the reason for that question to pop up. He just blurted out the question and I wanted to see where he […]
Read More Remember When You Were Hungry?God loves names. From Adam to Jesus, there’s always been something about names for God. They are not trifling issues at all. The patriarch of faith could no longer remain Abram. At a given point in time he had to be Abraham. The father of the people could no longer be known just as Jacob […]
Read More MWTM: Malachi Part 2 – MessengerGod is worthy to be praised. That’s not an unusual statement to make for those who believe in God and for those who don’t believe in God it’s a redundant statement, then for those who aren’t sure there’s a shrug of the shoulders and either an interest to discover further or not. What leads me […]
Read More What A Remarkable TurnaroundReading the prophetic utterances through Malachi is a fascinating exercise. The set up is a conversation God recalls between Himself and His people. God states something and the people query God on the statement and then there unfolds a critical analysis of the situation followed by recommended steps for addressing the situation. It’s so intriguing […]
Read More MWTM: Malachi Part 1 – Unacceptable PriesthoodThe issue has always been about who rules – who is in charge. The answer proposed has been idols and figureheads that man would put up to offer their allegiance and worship. This has led to nothing but misery and impoverishment. This is one of the reasons why judgement is a strong theme throughout the […]
Read More MWTM: Zechariah Part 2 – The King is ComingThe deal is not to get your attention – it’s to keep it. A lot of effort goes into getting attention. Some go out of the way to put together spectacular events with outstanding marketing to grab the attention. After all, if the marketing is done well and the event is spectacular it is bound […]
Read More Getting and Keeping AttentionThe prophetic is about words and pictures. This is certainly illustrated in the writings Zechariah leaves behind following his encounters with God and His angels. As the people look to settle back in Jerusalem after the exile, it is understandable that there may be some hesitation and concern for the returning people. Although they are […]
Read More MWTM: Zechariah Part 1 – God Springs Into ActionIt is so annoying. Why do they have to behave like that. They are so childish. They surely must know that how they’re carrying on is so stupid and counterproductive. How do they expect anyone to stay in an environment like this? No wonder the company are in the mess that it’s in. It deserves […]
Read More Show MercyThe story of the temple for God’s people is a fascinating one. Solomon’s construct that took years to build was undoubtedly worthy of the physical and visual spectacle it was to be for God’s people. No wonder it’s destruction was the cause of so much despair by those people. To be about the business of […]
Read More MWTM: Haggai Part 2 – The Best Is Yet To Come
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