by Daniel Dixon | Nov 26, 2019 | Advent
Born in Bethlehem a Shepherd with Greatness Reaching the Whole Earth Prophecy Context – Writing in the 8th century BC, Micah speaks about God’s judgment and forgiveness to a nation facing exile and to a future hope in the last days when God will...
by Daniel Dixon | Nov 25, 2019 | Advent
Born of a Virgin and Named Immanuel Prophecy Context – The nation of Israel had been split into northern and southern kingdoms for generations, and the northern kingdom was planning to overpower Jerusalem in the south. To a terrified king Ahaz in the south,...
by Daniel Dixon | Nov 25, 2019 | Advent
The Lord Over David Prophecy Context – This song of King David addresses three figures: “The Lord” (Yahweh, God the Father), “lord” (Adonai, the Messiah), and “Melchizedek” (The King of Salem and High Priest of the Lord...
by Daniel Dixon | Nov 25, 2019 | Advent
The Root of Jesse and Son of David Prophecy Context – Isaiah was a prophet in Judah during the 8th and 7th century BC, serving from King Uzziah to King Hezekiah. While forthtelling about the impending exile, he also foretold specific details of the coming...
by Daniel Dixon | Nov 25, 2019 | Advent
A Prophet Better Than Moses Prophecy Context – Deuteronomy means “second law” or “repeated law.” While Moses reiterates the importance of loving and obeying God in the land of Canaan, he also gives Israel hope for an even better prophet...
by Daniel Dixon | Nov 25, 2019 | Advent
The Rightful Ruler From Judah Over All Nations Prophecy Context – Jacob is foretelling a blessing on each of his sons (The 12 Tribes of Israel) while on his deathbed. Judah is given preeminence over his brothers and this promise: Genesis 49:9-10 – You...
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