Tag Archives: Israel

Old Testament Difficulties

Posted on February 13, 2013 by JohnJ

Then Moses assembled all the congregation of the sons of Israel, and said to them, “These are the things that the LORD has commanded you to do: “For six days work may be done, but on the seventh day you … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Zephaniah: Israel and the Coastlands

Posted on September 23, 2012 by JohnJ

Gather yourselves together, yes, gather, O nation without shame, Before the decree takes effect– The day passes like the chaff– Before the burning anger of the LORD comes upon you, Before the day of the LORD’S anger comes upon you. … Continue reading →

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An Israel Without God

Posted on February 11, 2012 by JohnJ

“You shall therefore love the LORD your God, and always keep His charge, His statutes, His ordinances, and His commandments. Know this day that I am not speaking with your sons who have not known and who have not seen … Continue reading →

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A Messianic Irony

Posted on August 30, 2011 by JohnJ

Hosea 9:12 Do not rejoice, O Israel, with exultation like the nations! For you have played the harlot, forsaking your God. You have loved harlots’ earnings on every threshing floor. “ from Google News, 8/29/11 Israel lures Hollywood to film … Continue reading →

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Besieged Israel

Posted on September 12, 2010 by JohnJ

It is a hard thing to say, a bitter thing. But it must be said. God Himself has said it, so don’t blame me. Psalm 81 begins the thought and it continues through Psalm 82 and 83. Israel has turned … Continue reading →

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