As the shortest book in the Old Testament, one would think that Obadiah would be among the more familiar passages of Scripture. Sadly, such is not the case. And because Obadiah was preaching primarily to an ancient pagan nation (one of only two minor prophets who did so—the other being Jonah), the modern reader might see little of value in this short prophecy. But again, such is not the case.
Read MoreThis book offers a stark depiction of God’s wrath (cf. Joel 2:15-18), a compelling description of true repentance (cf. Joel 2:13), and a hopeful declaration of future blessing (cf. Joel 3:18).
Read MoreThe food industry is saturated with protein, but the modern church pulpit is virtually meatless. Listen to the average sermon and you're likely to respond with, "Where's the beef?"
Read MoreYou don't need Jesus if you plan on trying to live a good life—but you desperately need Jesus if you're honest enough to admit that you haven't. That's why truly Christian preaching must begin with indicatives.
Read MoreYou wouldn't blindly put anything in your mouth; neither should you blindly put anything in your ears. Remember: a diet laden with trans fat increases your risk of heart disease, the leading killer of men and women.
Read MoreLike scavenging through a landfill for dinner, a majority of modern preaching has the outward appearance of genuine food—and even temporarily fills the stomach—but ultimately leaves the hearer malnourished and ill.
Read MoreSola Scriptura means God’s Word has it all, and God’s Word does it all. Are you parenting like a Protestant?
Read MoreMale headship is not a rationale for demanding an arranged marriage. But with that said, the reality is that dads are duty-bound to do hard things for the sake of their family, and quite frankly, many fathers are far too passive in this area.
Read MoreYou can't count on the northern Kingdom of Israel, much less King Ahaziah, to lead you to reconciliation with God, but you can count on Jesus. His perfect life, substitutionary death, and triumphant resurrection accomplished the flawless work of redemption that our sin-sick hearts desperately need.
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