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Introduction to Nahum

A whistle pierces the air, and all the action on the court abruptly stops. Pointing to the offending player, the referee shouts, “Foul!” Rules, fouls, and penalties are part of any game and are regulated and enforced vigorously by referees, … Continue reading

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Christ Revealed to Bring Justice – 2 Thessalonians 1: 6-10

Have you ever had to stand before a judge? Hopefully not. But if you did, you found yourself at the mercy of the sentencing judge. If you were found guilty of breaking the law, the judge had the right to … Continue reading

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What is the Day of the Lord? 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3

Day of the Lord: a day inaugurating the eternal universal rule of God: in the Old Testament: an eschatological day of ultimate judgment bringing final deliverance or doom — called also day of Yahweh in the New Testament: the triumphant day of Christ’s return … Continue reading

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Avoid Coveting – Numbers 11: 4-34

Once upon time there were two store owners who were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he … Continue reading

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