In the mid 7th century B.C., Jonah reluctantly went to Nineveh (the capital city of Assyria) and warned them of God's coming judgment if they did not repent of their heinous cruelty and off-the-chart depravity. They repented. Fast-forward one hundred years. By this time, Nineveh had systematically declined as a city right back into the … Continue reading Minor Prophets with a Major Message: Nahum
Month: March 2019
The Decline of the Bible in North America
As a guy who spent 25 years in full-time Youth Ministry, I have a burning question that, with each passing year, weighs heavily on my heart and mind. But first, a disclaimer: There’s always debate between which is better: a digital copy of the Bible? Or one with real pages? One may be better for … Continue reading The Decline of the Bible in North America
Minor Prophets with a Major Message: Micah
When we think of the Old Testament prophet, Micah, we commonly think of one of two passages. Either his prophecy of the exact birthplace of Christ (which wouldn't take place for another 750 years): “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one … Continue reading Minor Prophets with a Major Message: Micah