We read in this passage that Lucifer brought conflict between his will and the will of God by treasuring five sinful desires in his heart. These five desires known as the “I wills” ultimately bring about his downfall. 1 –… Read More ›
Old Testament
The Old Testament is a collection of thirty-nine books about the history and religion of the people of Israel. They represent a unified narrative about God and his attempt to relate to humankind by relating to a specific group of people. The Old Testament contains four main sections: the Pentateuch, the Former Prophets (or Historical Books), the Writings, and the Latter Prophets.
The Prophecy Against Moab – Part 2 – Isaiah 16:1-14
The prophecy against Moab continues from chapter 15. There are words of advice to the nation from the Lord. 1. They are to pay tribute to Judah (vs. 1-5) The idea behind sending the lamb to the ruler of the… Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Moab – Part 1 – Isaiah 15:1-9
God will also destroy Moab. Moab was a small country to the south and east of Israel. The founder of the people of Moab was the son born of the incestuous relationship between Lot and one of his daughters, when… Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Jerusalem – Isaiah 22:1-25
It is strange to find a prophecy against Judah and Jerusalem in a section that deals with the nations. But since Judah had chosen to behave like her neighbours and to desert the Lord, she deserved to be judged. 1…. Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Ethiopia – Isaiah 18:1-7
The Assyrians are approaching the Nile valley and Ethiopia is very disturbed. They are fleeing to other nations to seek help. 1. A word directed to Ethiopia (vs. 1-2) In the days of Isaiah, Ethiopia was a major world power,… Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Egypt – Isaiah 19:1-25
Egypt was one of the great powers of the ancient world, and being situated immediately to the south of Israel, it was an empire that Israel constantly had to reckon with. Many times Egypt had been the enemy of Israel,… Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Damascus – Isaiah 17:1-14
Damascus is one of the great cities of the ancient world, and the capital of the ancient nation of Syria. Syria is positioned to the immediate north-east of Israel, and the northern tribes, around the Sea of Galilee, had constant… Read More ›
The Prophecy Against Babylon, Dumah and Arabia – Isaiah 21:1-17
Isaiah has more words from God to the nations including Babylon again. 1. The prophecy against Babylon (vs. 1-10) Babylon has always represented in the Bible the city of the world which is opposed to God. The phrase “desert of… Read More ›
The Little Apocalypse – Part Two – Isaiah 25:1-12
Isaiah 24 spoke of the judgment to come upon the world, especially in the Great Tribulation. During that time, those who have come to trust in the Lord will praise Him, even in the midst of His righteous judgment. This… Read More ›
The Little Apocalypse – Part Three – Isaiah 26:1-21
The context of Isaiah 24 and 25 is to the day of the Messiah’s ultimate triumph. The Messiah will reign over Israel and the world. In that day, there will be a lot of joyful singing, such as this song… Read More ›
Feed My Sheep 