Day 273 – Malachi
Talking Points About 100 years after the Jews returned to their homeland, they are found again in a state of spiritual lethargy. The once exuberant praise of thankful people has…
Day 272 – Nehemiah 11-13, Psalm 126
Talking Points A system of structure is established in the land: One tenth of the men will reside in Jerusalem to maintain and keep the city. The rest will live…
5 Things to Remember After Easter
I love Easter -- I truly do! From the beginning of spring, to kids excitedly decked out in new Easter outfits, to family dinners, and especially the time to focus…
Day 271 – Nehemiah 8-10
Talking Points In chapter 8, a great thing happens -- The people are reacquainted with the Word of God. Ezra the scribe takes his place at a raised, wooden podium…
Day 270 – Nehemiah 6-7
Talking Points People have always hated those who are attempting to do the work of the Lord. Nehemiah perseveres and is not distracted. To God's glory, the wall is finished…
Day 269 – Nehemiah 1-5
Talking Points Nehemiah, a cupbearer for King Artaxerxes, hears the report of Jerusalem's desperate condition. Even enjoying personal success and comfort, he grieves over the "distress and reproach" of his…
Day 268 – Ezra 7-10
Talking Points Ezra was a priest and scribe who "had set his heart to study the law of the LORD and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and…
Day 267 – Esther 6-10
Talking Points It's almost comical to read about Haman's plan being turned upside down. Can't you imagine his bitter disgust as he leads Mordecai on parade through the streets!In an…
Day 266 – Esther 1-5
Talking Points The events in the account of Esther occur during the reign of King Ahasuerus (whose Greek name is Xerxes). King Ahasuerus was the son of King Darius I,…
Day 265 – Zechariah 10-14
Talking Points Zechariah continues to tell God's people of their well-founded hope in a great future. God will surely execute justice on their enemies, and His promise of blessing will…