Tag: Old Testament
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Day 188: What you Think About From the Belly of a Fish (Jonah 2)
What comes out of you when life falls apart? Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the fish reveals what had been stored in his heart all along—and it’s a challenge for every one of us.
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Day 187: Jeroboam: Greatness and Godlessness (2 Kings 14:23-24)
History calls Jeroboam II one of Israel’s greatest kings. The Bible calls him evil. Which verdict matters?
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Day 177: Who’s Who, How’d They Do, and Was There a Coup? (1 Kings 16; 2 Chronicles 17)
Kings and Chronicles can feel like a maze of names, dates, and dynasties. Here are five simple guideposts that will help you keep your bearings—and keep your eyes on the faithfulness of God.
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Day 176: Even Good Kings Can Do Bad Things (1 Kings 15; 2 Chronicles 13-16)
Asa’s story is a reminder that yesterday’s faithfulness doesn’t guarantee today’s dependence—and that our foundation needs God’s strength every step of the journey.
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Day 175: The Clash of Experience and Arrogance (2 Chronicles 10:8)
Rehoboam didn’t ignore wise advice because he lacked options. He ignored it because he preferred affirmation over wisdom. His story is a timeless warning about the danger of surrounding ourselves with people who only tell us what we want to hear.
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Day 174: Altars of Convenience (1 Kings 12)
Jeroboam never told Israel to stop worshiping God. He just made worship more convenient. The result was a substitute religion that looked familiar—but led people far from the Lord.
