Tag Archives: prophecy

Malachi: Intro and Chapter 1

Posted on March 2, 2013 by ehurst

Intro Nothing in the text allows us to fix a date for Malachi’s prophecy. From his message we surmise he was easily a century after Haggai and Zechariah, perhaps somewhat after the reforms of Ezra and Nehemiah had worn off. … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 13

Posted on February 16, 2013 by ehurst

The vision of the previous chapter continues, describing what God can do if His people take seriously the call to live in repentance. The blessings cannot be described literally, so Zechariah indulges in rich symbolic imagery of a new age … Continue reading →

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Trilemma Again

Posted on February 10, 2013 by ehurst

There is a real human behind all this blather. So, here we go again. You should recognize the drill. Major figures have been going through the scripted drama of making Iran look threatening. Over the past few months, lots of … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 11

Posted on February 2, 2013 by ehurst

This chapter is very difficult to follow in most English translations. It was probably rather challenging to those who read it in Hebrew during Zechariah’s day. There are powerful dramatic images; it would seem Zechariah acted out some of these … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 10

Posted on January 26, 2013 by ehurst

As before, the prophet reveals to us the truth of God on multiple levels. This is how God operates, an image of what He is like when people embrace His truth. On the immediate level, Judah has yet to fully … Continue reading →

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Elijah's Inspiration

Posted on January 16, 2013 by ehurst

We could hardly expect to see and experience what the mighty prophet Elijah did. Still, nothing keeps us from learning by his humanity. I offer this excerpt from the coming book… 1 Kings 19:9-18 — By this time, the natural … Continue reading →

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Too Much Noise

Posted on January 14, 2013 by ehurst

I’m still not able to muster my deepest thinking. The sinuses are recovering, but as you should know, this thing has drifted down into my lungs. It makes me grouchy, not fit company for most humans. I often do what … Continue reading →

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Zechariah 8

Posted on January 5, 2013 by ehurst

The theme continues: What would God do if His people adhered to His Covenant? The prophet continues making the case that throughout her history, Israel had only rarely been faithful. Yet, were there not miracles aplenty in her official archives … Continue reading →

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Published Ancient Truth: John's Revelation

Posted on January 3, 2013 by ehurst

It’s up and ready. The cover image is a rock formation on the beach of Patmos, the Greek island where John was confined when he wrote his Apocalypse. Get your free copy here.

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Zechariah and Feminism

Posted on December 16, 2012 by ehurst

The Holy Spirit surely moves here at my keyboard when I study for the Bible lessons. He typically moves differently when I teach it in person. I added a paragraph to the text of my notes on Zechariah 5 regarding … Continue reading →

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