Day 261 – Ezra 4-6, Psalm 137
Talking Points The enemies of God's people offer to help with the rebuilding of the temple; however, their offer is refused. Bitter in the rejection, they launch a smear campaign…
Day 260 – Ezra 1-3
Talking Points The books of Ezra and Nehemiah are actually recorded as one book in the Hebrew scriptures. The events recorded take place during the reign of the Persian Empire.Ezra…
Wishing Away a Year? — Not so Fast!
As this year of confusion, conflict, and cancelations comes to a close, it seems the purveying thought is "Good riddance, 2020!" Many people are looking to that flip in the…
Day 259 – Daniel 10-12
Talking Points Daniel's last vision is recorded in these three chapters. It will prophetically describe events from the reign of the Persian Empire until the Millennial Kingdom. This vision is…
Day 258 – Daniel 7-9
Talking Points Daniel chapter 7 is often called the "heart" of the book of Daniel and is counted by some as one of the most important Old Testament chapters. Chapter…
Day 257 – Daniel 4-6
Talking Points In an unlikely, if not amazing turn, the pagan King Nebuchadnezzar declares God's praises by recounting his dream, his dealings with Daniel, and his conclusion about God, "for…
Day 256 – Daniel 1-3
Talking Points The book of Daniel is written after its author is taken into captivity in 605 BC. It is a historical and prophetic book, with the last 6 chapters…
Day 255 – Joel
Talking Points Joel, like many of the Old Testament prophets, has a message that is both speaking into the hearers' present situation and prophesying a future event. The account of…
5 Ways to Make This the Best Thanksgiving Ever! (Yes, this Thanksgiving!)
I know what you're probably thinking -- "Not this Thanksgiving." This year, it seems people are giving up on Thanksgiving. Now, maybe they aren't outright saying it, but it seems…
Day 254 – Ezekiel 46-48
Talking Points The prince's offerings are prescribed. Again, notice he will worship the Lord -- further evidence that he is not the Messiah. Also, if the prince chooses to give…