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An Introduction to Habakkuk: From Doubt to Faith

An Introduction to Habakkuk: From Doubt to Faith The Old Testament book of Habakkuk stands as a unique and profoundly relevant prophetic work, offering a raw and honest dialogue between a perplexed prophet and his sovereign God. Unlike many prophetic books where the prophet prima...

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Habakkuk's Complaint: "How Long, O Lord?"

The book of Habakkuk, though brief, offers a profound and intensely personal dialogue between a prophet and his God. It is a testament to the wrestling of faith in the face of overwhelming injustice and divine mystery. At its heart lies the anguished cry, "How long, O Lord?" a qu...

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The Meaning of "The Just Shall Live By Faith" (Habakkuk 2:4)

The Profound Meaning of "The Just Shall Live By Faith" (Habakkuk 2:4) The prophet Habakkuk posed a fundamental question to God: "How long, O LORD, shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! even cry out unto thee of violence, and thou wilt not save!" (Habakkuk 1:2). He grappled with th...

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The Message of the Minor Prophets: A Thematic Overview

The Message of the Minor Prophets: A Thematic Overview The twelve books collectively known as the Minor Prophets, spanning from Hosea to Malachi, represent a crucial segment of the Old Testament canon. Though "minor" in length compared to Isaiah or Jeremiah, their message is anyt...

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The Process of Writing and Copying Ancient Manuscripts

The Holy Bible, as we know it today, is the culmination of a miraculous process of divine inspiration and human preservation. From the very inception of God's revealed truth, He ordained that His words be written down, not merely spoken. This commitment to a written record necess...

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The Minor Prophets: 12 Books, 1 Big Message

The Twelve Voices, One Divine Symphony: The Minor Prophets Often referred to as "The Twelve" in ancient Jewish tradition, the books of the Minor Prophets in the King James Version Bible comprise a significant portion of the Old Testament. Though labeled "minor" due to their short...

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The Parable of the Mustard Seed

The Kingdom's Humble Beginnings and Mighty Growth Among the many profound parables spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, the Parable of the Mustard Seed stands as a vivid illustration of the nature and growth of the Kingdom of Heaven. Delivered to multitudes and recorded in three of t...

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The Holiness of God

The Unapproachable Purity of God In the vast expanse of theological discourse, few attributes of God are as profound, pervasive, and pivotal as His holiness. It is not merely one characteristic among many, but rather the very essence of His being, permeating all He is, says, and ...

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What is Faith?

The Essence of Biblical Faith In a world often defined by the tangible and the immediate, the concept of faith might seem elusive or even irrational to some. Yet, for the believer, faith is not merely a hopeful sentiment or a blind leap into the unknown; it is the very bedrock of...

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The Meaning of "Selah" in the Psalms

The Enigmatic "Selah" in the Psalms Within the rich tapestry of the King James Version of the Psalms, a peculiar and oft-repeated word stands out: "Selah." Appearing seventy-one times in the book of Psalms and three times in Habakkuk chapter 3, this seemingly simple term has puzz...

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The "Binding of Satan" in Revelation 20

The "Binding of Satan" in Revelation 20: A Prophetic Overview The book of Revelation, the final book of the Holy Bible, unveils God’s ultimate plan for humanity and creation, culminating in the triumph of Jesus Christ over all evil. Central to its prophetic narrative is the momen...

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The Library of Alexandria and its connection to the Septuagint

The Library of Alexandria and the Septuagint: A Tapestry of Divine Providence In the annals of ancient history, few institutions command as much awe and intrigue as the fabled Library of Alexandria. A monumental repository of human knowledge, it stood as a testament to intellectu...

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The Spiritual Discipline of Celebration

The Spiritual Discipline of Celebration In a world often consumed by sorrow, anxiety, and the relentless pursuit of fleeting pleasures, the concept of celebration might seem an indulgence rather than a spiritual imperative. Yet, for the follower of Christ, celebration is far more...

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How to Handle Unanswered Prayer

The Challenge of Unanswered Prayer: A Biblical Perspective Few experiences test a believer's faith quite like the season of seemingly unanswered prayer. We pour out our hearts to God, pleading for a specific outcome, healing, provision, or guidance, only to be met with silence, d...

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The 7 Last Words of Christ from the Cross

The Seven Last Words of Christ from the Cross: A Profound Testament of Love and Redemption The crucifixion of Jesus Christ stands as the pivotal event in human history, the ultimate demonstration of God's redemptive plan. While His physical suffering was immense, the words utter...

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The Fall of the Southern Kingdom (Judah) and the Babylonian Exile

The Fall of the Southern Kingdom (Judah) and the Babylonian Exile The history of ancient Israel is a profound narrative of God’s covenant faithfulness amidst human rebellion. Following the division of the united monarchy after Solomon’s reign, the Northern Kingdom of Israel plung...

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The 4 Primary Genres of the Bible: Law, History, Poetry, Prophecy

Understanding the Tapestry of God's Word: The Four Primary Genres of the Bible The Bible, God's inspired Word, is not a single, monolithic book but rather a divinely woven tapestry of sixty-six individual books, written by approximately forty authors over thousands of years. To ...

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