Although the prophecies and images of Isaiah change from one chapter to the next, the overarching theme of the book, and indeed of the whole Bible, is that God is our Master and He desires for all men to look to Him with all our needs. Damascus Deserted 1 An oracle concerning Damascus. Behold, Damascus […]
Isaiah 17:1-11 // Looking to Our Master Read More »
Guest speaker Rev. Jeff Walsh Have you ever gone to a carnival such as Mint Hill Madness and bought tickets for the rides? Do you plan how to maximize your time and your tickets on the things that look most fun? Sometimes we treat life the same way: how can I use my money and
Luke 16:1-13 // Redeeming Our Finances Read More »
Guest speaker Rev. Ron Thomas The church in ancient Ephesus had been planted by the Apostle Paul in approximately 60 AD, who stayed there to teach and lead them for three years. Paul appointed Timothy as an elder of the church, and later the Apostle John pastored there as well. It was a pagan city,
Revelation 2:1-5 // Thrive or Strive Read More »
As we study through entire books of the Bible, there are sometimes passages that may seem obscure or irrelevant to our modern life. However, these two chapters related to the nation of Moab are more relevant than they may appear at first sight. They will help us to know God better, love Him more, and
Isaiah 15:1-16:14 // Longing for the King Read More »
The prophet Isaiah had been delivering an oracle against Assyria, and now he turns to the nation of Philistia. This was one of the neighboring nations that Judah may have wanted to turn to for help. King Ahaz The oracle is introduced by placing it on the timeline— 28 In the year that King Ahaz
Isaiah 14:28-32 // Finding Refuge Read More »
Through the prophet Isaiah, God has been warning that discipline is coming via the nation of Assyria for Judah’s rebellion against His will. Times of difficulty and hardship can make anyone wonder—Does God still love us? Is God really in control? Why is this happening? Isaiah now has an encouraging word for Judah that even
Isaiah 14:24-27 // God’s Plans Stand Read More »