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Habakkuk: Introduction and Chapter 1
Introduction We know almost nothing of the prophet Habakkuk. From the text itself and from historical context, we can deduce he probably served as a Levite musician, writing his prophecy at the end of Josiah’s reign, or shortly thereafter. He … Continue reading
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Nahum 3
It would be the same as any modern prophet shaking his finger at some dominant superpower, warning their doom was close. It all seems too far beyond the pale, to unlikely. Could there be a god capable of destroying such … Continue reading
Nahum 2
Nahum calls out in a mocking voice, like the watchmen on the walls who see the approaching hordes. He warns Nineveh to do all she can to prepare for the coming battle. Yes, for a time the Lord used Assyria … Continue reading
Nahum: Introduction and Chapter 1
Introduction There is no particular good reason for rejecting the rather old traditions which identify Nahum as a prophet of the Northern Kingdom long after the Assyrian Exile. There is an obscure reference to a small village named Elkosh somewhere … Continue reading
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Ruth 4
Boaz was a prominent man in his own right. Few would hesitate if he hailed them publicly, particularly at this festive time of year. Whatever passed for their court system in those days was the matter of family elders doing … Continue reading
Micah 7
The Lord planted the seed of His revelation in the soil of Abraham’s children. It sprouted, bore fruit some seasons, then began to wither and offered nothing. The fruit of the Law is an upright and just life as God … Continue reading
Ruth 3
In the Hebrew language and culture, context is everything. Boaz was a near kinsman. He did as much for Naomi and Ruth as he could at the time, but he was a busy man. The story would make little sense … Continue reading
Ruth 2
Naomi married into her husband’s clan. As an elderly widow, she remained a member of that clan. The area around Bethlehem at that time would have included a few peaceful outsiders, but almost everyone was kin. We have a hard … Continue reading
Micah 6
The mission of Israel was to be a living receptacle for the revelation of God to a fallen world. God built them up from nothing into a mighty nation, but their very existence was by trust in God, sufficient trust … Continue reading
Ruth — Intro and Chapter 1
Introduction The story of Ruth is an exceptional example of Hebrew literature, almost certainly written during King David’s reign. The primary purpose was to document David’s pedigree. The story takes place perhaps a century after the Conquest, which offers difficulties … Continue reading