THE DAY OF THE LORD2 Thessalonians 2–3 “For that day will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawless-ness is revealed” (2 Thes. 2:3). Holding to Christian teachings involves remembering what lies ahead. BackgroundThe Day of the Lord. This phrase, that was picked up from the Old Testament has great theological significance.Continue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”
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The 365-Day Devotional Commentary
2 Thessalonians INTRODUCTIONPaul’s second Letter to Thessalonica was sent a few months after his first. Some had assumed Jesus’ second coming was so near they could quit work. Paul corrected this misunderstanding, and emphasized the importance of using the present time wisely. GOD IS JUST2 Thessalonians 1 “God is just: He will pay back troubleContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”
The 365-Day Devotional Commentary
DRY BONES LIVEEzekiel 37–39 “I will attach tendons to you and make flesh come upon you and cover you with skin; I will put breath in you, and you will come to life. Then you will know that I am the LORD” (Ezek. 37:6). People who find it hard to believe warnings of divine judgmentContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”
The 365-Day Devotional Commentary
AGAINST NATIONSEzekiel 25–32 “All the princes of the north and all the Sidonians are there; they went down with the slain in disgrace despite the terror caused by their power” (Ezek. 32:30). God is Ruler of the whole earth. Those who do not believe in Him, as well as we who do, are subject toContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”
The 365-Day Devotional Commentary
DEFECTIVE LEADERSHIPEzekiel 20–24 “See how each of the princes of Israel who are in you uses his power to shed blood” (Ezek. 22:6). Leaders carry heavy responsibility. They set the moral tone of a nation or community, and are accountable for the flaws and failures of the people they rule over. OverviewIsrael’s history was oneContinue reading “The 365-Day Devotional Commentary”
