Many people believe that Christians should never take up arms, even in self-defense. But today’s Bible reading* gives a Biblical case against pacifism. When Nehemiah sees that his enemies are threatening to attack his builders, he prays for God’s protection. But not only did he pray for God’s intervention, he also placed a watchman on…
Today’s Bible reading* gives us an example of someone who was deeply committed to studying, obeying, and teaching God’s Word, Ezra the Priest and Scribe. Ezra traveled for four months to return home from his captivity in Babylon. (Ezra 7:9) The Christian Standard Study Bible gives us a little insight into Ezra’s journey: “Ezra’s journey…
In today’s Bible reading* Daniel has some spectacular visions that terrify him. Chapters Seven through Nine coincide with the stories in Daniel Chapters Five and Six. In other words, Chapters Seven through Nine are flashbacks. Daniel investigates Jeremiah’s prophecy and timetable and learns that God’s punishment for His people would last for seventy years. This…
In today’s Bible reading* God issues a warning against the watchmen and shepherds — those entrusted to lead His people — as well as an encouraging word to His sheep. God warns the watchmen that He will hold them accountable if they do not faithfully deliver words of warning to His people. God warns the…
Today’s Bible reading* gives God’s people a few warnings about false teachers and false prophets. If a man comes and utters empty lies —“I will preach to you about wine and beer” —he would be just the preacher for this people!Micah 2:11 (CSB) Micah judges these false prophets of his day, This is what the…