The prophet preaches faithfully. The prophet is mocked and persecuted severely. The prophet tries to keep his peace, but the Word is burning in his bones and he HAS to let it out. And, Paul spends some time teaching Titus to preach and teach.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The worst place that any man or woman could be, here on this earth, is on the other side of the line that God drew in the sand. And, we saw that today in our reading. And, Paul the Apostle writes a letter to another son in the faith, a man named Titus.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

An interesting illustration, given by God to Jeremiah to communicate the worthlessness of living a life of sin and idolatry. God stops the prophet from praying for the people, as His patience ran out. And, Paul writes his final words to young pastor Timothy.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A warning against idolatry. A warning that idolatry will bring destruction. Idolatry that Judah indulged in as they broke their covenant relationship with God. A plot against the prophet. And, the Paul tells Timothy of the danger in the last days.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Weeping and wailing from the prophet and the Potentate. God Himself laments Israel’s unwillingness to repent, to admit that they had more loyalty to a location then they did to God Himself. And, Paul teaches Timothy how to navigate ministry.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God begins to plead with His people through the young prophet Jeremiah. Pleading over and over, again and again, hoping they will repent so that He can relent in bringing judgment. And, Paul writes his second letter to young Timothy.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Another prophet pleading, a young man named Jeremiah, called from even before He was born. Made aware of his calling when he was still young. Given the difficult task of pleading with obstinate people. And, Paul tells Timothy to fight the good fight.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Isaiah prays a passionate and penitent prayer asking God to relent in bringing judgement. But, God answers Isaiah saying, “Too little. Too late.” God was absolutely righteous in bringing His judgment. And, Paul tells Timothy, “Do not rebuke an older man.”Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God gives the good news of salvation. God gives good assurance of salvation to Zion. The Lord describes the part He will play in judgment even on the day of salvation. And, the Apostle Paul teaches young Timothy how to take heed to his true ministry.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God speaks of true and false fasts. Ritual and religion versus reality and relationships. God uses physical pictures to teach spiritual truths. God looks forward to the joy of the millennial kingdom. And, we learn what to look for in elders and deacons.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Isaiah opens his mouth and the word of God goes forth in the power of God to the people of God to accomplish the purposes of God, as we see preaching and proclamation as wonder-full mysteries. And, Paul exhorts Timothy to pray for authorities.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Sin-Bearing Servant is revealed in beautifully tragic and triumphant, poetic prose, a prophecy of the coming Christ, the Lamb of God Who would take away the sin of the world. And, Paul the Apostle writes a letter to his young protege, Timothy.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Isaiah is exhausted, feeling as though his strength was spent and his work was worthless. God encourages Isaiah from another perspective with another prophecy. And, even Paul the apostle warns against weariness.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Lord leads. The Lord serves. The Lord protects. The Lord provides. The LORD is my Shepherd. The anti-shepherd is coming. But, the good Shepherd, who laid down His life for us will destroy the Anti-Shepherd with the splendor of His second coming.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

He who formed Israel says, “Fear not.” over and over and over again. Idolatry is outlined as futile, foolish and kind of embarrassing. Israel is not forgotten. Judah will be restored. Cyrus is called by name. And Paul writes his second letter to the Thessalonians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God comforts His people and reassures them that HE is for them, HE will help them and HE will strengthen them. Reminding them and warning them about the futility of idols. And, the Apostle Paul reminds the Thessalonians about the return of the Lord Jesus.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Rabshakeh returns with lies and intimidation. Hezekiah seeks the Lord. The Lord answers in power with one angel and the Assyrians are defeated. Hezekiah prays a dangerous and destructive prayer. And, Paul gives direction on life and hope for the next.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God fast forwards to look at the destruction of these heavens and this earth. Then backs up to look at the destruction of Edom and the return of the remnant. We are also reintroduced to the Rabshakeh. And, Paul continues to communicate his affection for the Thessalonians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Assyrians have conquered the North. The Assyrians are threatening to conquer the south. Jerusalem and Judah are tempted to turn to Egypt instead of the Lord. God is waiting and wanting to help. And, Paul pours out his heart for the Thessalonians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God desires to feed and strengthen His people with the Word of God, line upon line, precept upon precept. But, arrogance and apathy interrupted God’s people from receiving His word and so they suffered the consequences. And, we begin the book of 1 Thessalonians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Isaiah praises God for judgement and for salvation, singing a song of praise. Can God be glorified in the destruction of a wicked city, or even a wicked country? Isaiah seems to think so. And Paul give his final instructions and encouragements to the Colossians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A prophecy against Jerusalem. A prophecy against Tyre. A prophecy against the whole Earth. And, Paul teaches us how our identity determines our actions, as wives, as husbands, as children, as Fathers, as employees and as employers.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A proclamation against Egypt, presently. A prophecy for Egypt’s future when the Savior comes. An interesting sign against Egypt and Ethiopia. The fall of Babylon proclaimed. Prophecies against Edom and Arabia. And, Paul contrasts religion with relationship.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A message about Moab. A prophecy and proclamation against Damascus. A prophecy and proclamation against Ethiopia. And, Paul writes to the Colossians concerning being reconciled by Christ and responding to Christ in faith.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A Proclamation against Babylon. Mercy on Jacob. The fall of Lucifer. Babylon destroyed. Assyria destroyed. Philistia destroyed. Proclamation against Moab. And Paul encourages the Philippians to find peace in prayer, praise and practice.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Arrogant Assyria will be judged. The remnant of Israel will return. Out of the roots of Jesse, One will reign. Salvation will come from God and we will sing a hymn of praise. And here, now, we forget what’s behind and press on to what’s ahead.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Immanuel is given as a sign from God. An exhortation against conspiracy causing anxiety. Pronouncements of possible salvation and inevitable judgement. And, we are encouraged to have the mind of Christ.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

The Day of the Lord, The Branch of the Lord, a song, a lament and a judgement from the hand of God. An invitation to be an ambassador for God. And, Paul writes how prison helped others to preach.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Isaiah sees the wickedness of Judah, the wickedness of Jerusalem, the future judgement on Judah, the future judgment on Jerusalem and God’s invitation to salvation, even in the midst. And, Paul tells us to put on ALL the armor of the Lord.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon and the Shulamite seem to enjoy mixing their metaphors, in love, as the Song of Songs comes to a close. And, Paul teaches us to walk in love, to walk in light, to walk in wisdom and to walk in mutual submission.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Wedding preparations are made. The Shulamite and Solomon are about to be husband and wife, as each express their love, appreciation, passion and attraction for each other. And, Paul encourages us to walk worthy of our calling.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon writes The Song of Songs, speaking of his engagement, his wedding and his marriage to a young Shulamite woman, in in beautiful poetic form. And, the Apostle Paul reveals to us a mystery concerning Jews and Gentiles.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon concludes his quest to find fulfillment apart from a love led relationship with God, coming to the conclusion that fearing God and obeying His commandments is the only way to go. And, we see salvation by grace through faith.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon continues his quest to try and find fulfillment, apart from a love led relationship with God. Trying on wisdom and obedience, but then realizing that death comes to both the wise and the obedient. And, we see the blessings we have in the heavenlies.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon looks at life in all of it’s futile frustrations and tries to find fulfillment apart from a love led relationship with God, seeking satisfaction in the areas of work, solitude, friendship and popularity. And, Paul teaches us how to help a friend who is in sin.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Solomon, King Solomon, with all of his wisdom and all of his resources, sets himself to the task of examining the futility of life, especially the pursuit of pleasure and prominence. And, Paul tells us to walk in liberty, love and the Spirit.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

God continues to speak from the storm, from the whirlwind, answering Job, answering suffering with Himself, asking Job if he is stronger than God or stronger than the strongest of animals. And, freedom is found through faith as a child of God.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

A storm is coming. God is about to speak. Elihu is about to be interrupted as he finishes his final words. When God finally speaks, He speaks to Job directly out of the whirlwind. And, Paul looks at life under the law versus the way of faith.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Elihu does his best to defend God’s character. But, his best wasn’t good enough as zeal without wisdom was apparent and obvious, and unfortunately he too did more harm to Job than good. And, the Paul reinforces the freedom we have in Christ.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job defends himself, one last time. And then, a young man named Elihu pipes up, out of nowhere, taking on Job’s friends and their arguments, even taking on Job and his arguments. And, the Apostle Paul begins his letter to the Galatians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job speaks of true wisdom and understanding. Job remembers the best of days and laments that those days are gone, and that these days are the worst. And, Paul concludes his second letter to the Corinthians with some final exhortations.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Then Bildad spoke again. Then Job spoke again. Round and round we go on this roundabout of futile friendship, as all four continue to offer up their theories on the reasons why Job is suffering. And, Paul continues to review his resume to the Corinthians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Eliphaz has to invent accusations against Job to support his theory that Job’s suffering has to do with Job’s sin. Job still wants to have an audience with God to argue all of this out. And, Paul the Apostle reluctantly gives us his resume.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job spouts off for the sixth time, in response to Eliphaz. Zophar responds to Job, saying “The wicked will be judged Job.” And Job says, “Not from what I can see. It’s me that I’m worried about.” And, Paul speaks of spiritual warfare and authority.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

For the fifth time Job asks his friends to just be QUIET, defending his innocence. But, Bildad just had to say something, again. And, the Apostle Paul talks to the Corinthians about the collection for the poor Christians in Jerusalem.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job really wants to argue his case with God. But, his friends won’t be quiet long enough to do so. Job gets a brief word in to God, but Eliphaz interrupts. And, the Apostle Paul talks to the Corinthian church about the grace of giving.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job pleads with God for a little relief. Zophar pleads with Job to repent, convinced as well that Job's suffering has something to do with his sin. And, Paul pleads with the Corinthians to reciprocate some of the love that he has shown them.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Job ends his lament with men and turns his attention to God. Bildad responds to Job. So, Job responds to Bildad. And one more groove is worn in this round-about of futile friendship. And, Paul continues to clarify his ministry to the Corinthians.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

Eliphaz offers up his own worldly wisdom, saying that all this is happening because of Job’s sin and that is why God is disciplining him. Job takes it as long as he can but then answers Eliphaz. And, Paul pleads with all to be reconciled to God.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger

"Have you considered my servant, Job?", God said to Satan, as Satan proceeded to attack Job’s character. The Lord gives and the Lord takes away and the name of the Lord is praised. And, Paul talks about God’s glory in jars of clay.Από τον Pastor Dominic Dinger