Set within the Persian empire, Esther presents a graphic narrative of how God’s people are preserved from ruin in the 5th century BC. A wonderful book, all about God’s guiding providence.
Daniel 1—7 provide some of the most amazing prophecies of scripture. Can we understand them? Join us as Pastor Kevin unpacks these relevant & timely passages!
Half of Daniel is history; the other half is prophetic. The first half is narration; the second is revelation. Today we cover Chapters 1—6 of this amazing book, ‘Daniel & His Friends’
Ezekiel serves as a type of ‘spiritual sequel’ to the Book of Jeremiah, picking-up on several of the same themes, while also speaking to important end-times events.
Jeremiah had an unpopular ministry. He heralds—and witnesses—the destruction of Jerusalem. But God has a plan to restore His people… He always does!
Habakkuk is conversation, wherein the prophet asks God the question: “WHY?” The Lord responds—not by changing Habakkuk’s circumstances—but his focus. #Bible #BibleStudy #OldTestament #CCYubaCity #Jesus #God #Church #SundayService #Worship #Discipleship #Scripture #Prophets #Habakkuk #DifficultTimes #DealingWithTrials
Both Nahum & Zephaniah bring messages of judgment upon the wicked city of Nineveh. But as the church, what lessons do we learn from these prophecies?
Continuing the Southern Prophets, Micah’s writing focuses-in on WHO Messiah will be, and WHERE He will be born: the unlikely town of Bethlehem.
We start the Southern Prophets. Isaiah is a dense book—bringing an overarching message of hope, and filled with so many references to Jesus it has been called ‘the Fifth Gospel.
The kingdom divides, and God sends a series of messengers—the prophets—to warn & call His people back to Himself. Today we look at the Northern Prophets of Amos & Hosea. #Bible #BibleStudy #OldTestament #CCYubaCity #Jesus #God #Church #SundayService #Worship #Discipleship #Scripture #Prophets
1st & 2nd Kings present a dark time in Israel, ushering-in the Period of the Prophets, the Division of the Kingdom, and their eventual exile. #Bible #BibleStudy #OldTestament #CCYubaCity #Jesus #God #Church #SundayService #Worship #Discipleship #Scripture
Known as 'The Missionary Handbook of the Old Testament,' Jesus acknowledges Jonah was real, and that what happened to him actually happened. What are the lessons for us, as the church???
Two more books written by Solomon: One represents his relationship with WOMEN, the other his eventual FOLLY. Join us for Song of Solomon & Ecclesiastes
Two more books written by Solomon: One represents his relationship with WOMEN, the other his eventual FOLLY. Join us for Song of Solomon & Ecclesiastes
Solomon spoke 3,000 Proverbs—this Book presents a sample, many tied-to the idea of "the fear of the Lord." An extremely practical Book! #CCYubaCity #Bible #BibleStudy #Church #OldTestament #Jesus #Worship #God #Scripture #BookOfProverbs
Solomon is the wisest man who ever lived; but his morality does not match his intellect. His story becomes a cautionary tale for us. #CCYubaCity #Bible #BibleStudy #Church #OldTestament #Jesus #Worship #God #Scripture
The most diverse Book of the Bible, Psalms addresses creation, war, worship, wisdom, evil, judgment, the Messiah and more. John Calvin called it “the anatomy of… the soul”
2nd Samuel sees David sitting on the throne. Despite his failures, God establishes an everlasting covenant with David, promising his ‘seed’ shall rule over Israel forever
1st Samuel sees the end of the period of the Judges, and the rise of the monarchy. The book also introduces one of the most well-known figures of the entire Bible: David #CCYubaCity #Bible #BibleStudy #OldTestament #Scripture #KingDavid #Jesus #Messiah #God #Church #Worship
Hailed as ‘the crown jewel of the Old Testament,’ the Book of Ruth offers practical insight for relationships and dramatically foreshadows the work of Jesus!