The book of Nahum is not the first book to read for words of optimism, brightness and delight. It is however an important book to read to get reassurance that brutal and oppressive regimes and situations will not last. It’s worth considering these things from all perspectives and within that there should be some hope […]
Read More MWTM: Nahum Part 2 – Ironic JusticeThis is all there is and there’s nothing else to it. Sometimes explicitly. sometimes subtle, all there is to life is this. This being what your sense can pick up. There was a conversation about the after life and one of the queries that was raised was what happens about justice if this is all […]
Read More If This Is It …Who likes a bully? Have you noticed some of the stories of bullies? Bullies aren’t born that way, it’s a characteristic they develop over time. To be effective in their way, they need to be intimidating to others. If they’re able to back up the intimidation with actual force that’s all the better. They get […]
Read More MWTM: Nahum Part 1 – Dealing with BulliesGod will have His way and his way is marvellous. That’s what I get reading aspects of Micah. Among all the judgement and the necessary consequences for the corruption and wickedness, there is the beautiful plan of God. It’s a plan not just primarily the chosen people – it’s a plan for humanity. It’s a […]
Read More MWTM: Micah Part 2 – A Beacon of PeaceThe work of the prophets must have been tough for them. Tough because for all the hope and the glad tidings that were wrapped up in the messages they received, there was the present condition that had to be addressed. A good example of how tough that task was is seen in the words Micah […]
Read More MWTM: Micah Part 1 – What’s The Charge?The Edom Complex was not something that just affected Edom. Others were quick to exploit the downfall of Israel. It’s one thing for a country to receive it’s proper judgement in line with their own unfaithfulness to God. It’s one thing for that to happen. It’s another thing, however, to be quick to swoop on […]
Read More MWTM: Obadiah Part 2 – Treat Them RightIf you want a quick read in the Bible, Obadiah is your man. It’s not necessarily an easy read, though. It shouldn’t be considered as that simple a read either. For the intended audience of the vision that God revealed to Obadiah it was clear enough. That intended audience is fascinating for the primary audience […]
Read More MWTM: Obadiah Part 1 – The Edom ComplexThe prophet Joel is interesting for a lot of reasons and reading what He says in three oracles is fascinating to get an idea of who God is and how He engages not just with His people, but with those around His people. A major theme of this prophetic utterance is the Day of the […]
Read More MWTM: Joel Part 1 – Bad DayIt’s interesting what can happen when the economy is doing well. More money for pleasure, more money for leisure, more to be spent and opportunities to get on the property ladder and invest and do well. For some it looks very encouraging indeed. It’s also interesting what tends to be promoted often during those times. […]
Read More Justice: One Way or the OtherImagine that you and I are seated in the front room. We’re in those couches are armchairs designed to help you relax. Whatever refreshments we want are on the coffee table in the middle of the room, but we can just sit back and feel comfortable whilst some steady and smooth music plays in the […]
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