Burden & Blessing

In the book of 2 Chronicles we move on to the kings following the reign of Solomon. We see the LORD reveal the difference between the good and evil kings of both kingdoms. This book focuses on the importance of faithfulness to the LORD and the blessings that result from it from the hand of the LORD. Our summary verse is from 2 Chronicles 7:14: “If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. ” –  (NKJV)

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On October 28, the church remembers the Apostle Simon (the Zealot). Who was this follower of Jesus? What do we know about him from the Biblical accounts? What is a Zealot and what does that mean? What happened to him after we last hear of him in the Gospels? Join us as we dig into the Bible and other historical information to learn about this disciple of Jesus and as we apply what we learn to our own lives today!

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On October 28, the church remembers the Apostle Jude. Who was this follower of Jesus? What do we know about him from the Biblical accounts? What happened to him after we last hear of him in the Gospels? Join us as we dig into the Bible and other historical information to learn about this disciple of Jesus and as we apply what we learn to our own lives today!

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We resume our study of the life of Solomon with the book of Ecclesiastes, which was most likely written later in his life. Ecclesiastes deals with the purpose of life and shows that a life lived apart from God is nothing, no matter what is accomplished, but a life lived with God brings meaning and purpose even to the most menial of tasks. What an important reminder in our lives today! Our summary verse is from Ecclesiastes 3:11: “He has made everything beautiful in its time.” – (ESV)

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Join pastors Nathanael Mayhew and Mark Tiefel as the take a look at Christian Citizenship. In this episode (Part 1) they will discuss what the Bible has to say about Government and its God-intended role, the relationship between government and the church, and the reasons why Christians should be informed and take a part in the direction of their country and government through voting.  

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As we continue to journey through the life of Solomon we come to the book of Proverbs. This book deals with Godly wisdom and gives direction to us in many areas of our life. But this in not a “self-help” book but rather points us to Christ who is “wisdom from God” and has kept all of these things perfectly for us. Our summary verse is from Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” – (ESV)

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Today we look at a poetic description of love in the Old Testament found in the Song of Solomon or “Song of Songs.” This depiction of the love between a man and a woman was read by the Jews during the Passover pointing to the fact that the love revealed in this book is describing God’s love for His people! Our summary verse comes from Song of Songs 2:4: ““He has brought me to his banquet hall, and his banner over me is love” – (NASB). 

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What do you remember about the prophet Zephaniah? Many may know nothing more than his name. But the words of the prophet Zephaniah who ministered to the people of Judah during the reign of good king Josiah are also intended for us. Zephaniah proclaims the “day of the LORD” and His judgment against sin, especially that of idolatry. He reveals that we are just as guilty as the people of his day. But he also points to the grace of God and the joy of the one who trusts in His mercy through the coming Christ. Join us for this needed review of a valuable book! 

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We move to the reign of Solomon who followed David on the throne in Jerusalem, the divided kingdom and the first kings of both Israel (to the north) and Judah (to the south). The purpose of this book is to show God’s gracious hand in sending a Savior in spite of the divided kingdom, rebellion of His people and the LORD’s chastisement of His people. Our summary verse comes from 1 Kings 8:23: “LORD God of Israel, there is no God like you in heaven above or on earth below, who keeps the gracious covenant with your servants who walk before you with all their heart” (CSB). 

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We take a break from the historical books of the Old Testament to look at the hymnbook of God’s Old Testament people. Over half of these hymns were written by David and many more were written by others during David’s final years as king. These hymns point believers then and now to the power of the LORD and that we can and should put our trust and confidence in Him. Our summary verse comes from Psalm 27:13-14: “I am certain that I will see the LORD’s goodness in the land of the living. Wait for the LORD; be courageous and let your heart be strong. Wait for the LORD.” –  (NASB). 

source https://burdenblessing.podbean.com/e/13-psalms-summary-verse/