Introduction This is now our third week studying the book of Zechariah, who was a prophet of the Lord who was ministering in Jerusalem alongside Haggai after the Lord's people had returned from the exile in Babylon. When the people returned at first they began to rebuild the temple. But their enemies opposed them and … Continue reading Zechariah 03
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Zechariah 01(18)–02(13)
Introduction Zechariah was a prophet of the Lord who was ministering in Jerusalem at the same time as Haggai, which was when some of the Lord's people had returned from the exile in Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem and its temple. In the first chapter of Zechariah's book, the Lord summoned the people living in Jerusalem … Continue reading Zechariah 01(18)–02(13)
Zechariah 01(01–17)
Introduction We finished our studies in Haggai last week. And do you remember in chapter 2, God spoke to his people about the future glory of the temple and of future blessings for his people and about a future kingdom. By speaking of a future kingdom, he was anticipating how Christ is the King who … Continue reading Zechariah 01(01–17)
2 Samuel 24
Introduction So, here we are at the last chapter of 2 Samuel and this story about the plague which the Lord sent on his people and the offerings David brought to the Lord to pay for their sins and to make peace with him. Verses 1 to 10 But there are a few things which … Continue reading 2 Samuel 24
2 Samuel 23
Introduction Famous last words. 'Kiss me, Hardy' is one I remember from school, which Nelson supposedly said to his ship's captain at the Battle of Trafalgar. 'You too, Brutus'. Julius Caesar probably didn't say those words, but those are the last words of Caesar in Shakespeare's play. Johnny Cash apparently said, 'It's time'. And Barry … Continue reading 2 Samuel 23
2 Samuel 22
Introduction Our narrator is wrapping up the story of David, who became king of God's people in place of Saul and who faced many challenges and troubles and trials during his lifetime. But the Lord preserved him and kept him. And some time during his reign, David wrote this song of thanksgiving to the Lord … Continue reading 2 Samuel 22
2 Samuel 21
Introduction We're coming near to the end of 2 Samuel and the story of David. But our narrator still has a few more things to tell us about David and his reign. And today's chapter can be divided into two main parts. Firstly, in verses 1 to 14, we have this story involving the Gibeonites. … Continue reading 2 Samuel 21
2 Samuel 19(40)–20(26)
Introduction Last week we read how David began to return to Jerusalem after the death of his son, Absalom, who had risen up against him in rebellion and had tried to take the kingdom from him. But Absalom was now dead; and so David began to return to Jerusalem. But chapter 19, which tells us … Continue reading 2 Samuel 19(40)–20(26)
2 Samuel 19(08b–39)
Introduction Absalom is dead. He had killed his half-brother. He had set himself up as king in place of his father. He had taken over the city of Jerusalem. He had slept with his father's concubines. He had gone out in battle to destroy his father's army. But now he was dead. And those who … Continue reading 2 Samuel 19(08b–39)
2 Samuel 18(01)–19(08a)
Introduction In chapter 17 David's friend, Hushai, managed to persuade Absalom to disregard Ahithophel's advice, even though normally everyone listened to Ahithophel's advice. And that gave David and his followers time to cross over the River Jordan and to reach safety. And Hushai was able to persuade Absalom to disregard Ahithophel's advice, because the Lord … Continue reading 2 Samuel 18(01)–19(08a)
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