The chariot of Israel
Both Elijah and Elisha were called “the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof” (2 Kings 2:12; 13:14) because it was known and understood that Yahweh was working through his prophets. The foundation for this expression is laid by David when he is instructing Solomon…
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This discussion is intended to be an introduction to the subject of the cherubim, to lay out the essentials of the subject as they develop through Scripture. It is not exhaustive—it is just enough to start the reader on a journey of discovery. It is a beautiful subject, but a deep one, for it reve…
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We saw in our first article the importance of the marriage contract theme throughout the book of Jeremiah. To appreciate the prophecy of Jeremiah we need to have this picture firmly imprinted on our minds. It is the story that dominates the prophecy of Jeremiah.
A true to life picture of the proble…
A Few Thoughts on Jeremiah (2) Read More »
The book of Jeremiah is the largest book by one author in the whole Bible. It is a challenging book because, apart from its size, it is the book most judgemental of God’s people. It is also a chronological nightmare to work through! But despite this, it is inspired, so its design is God-given. It …
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Boy meets girl, love springs into full bloom and a whole new vista of life floods the mind of the young couple. The excitement of courtship rolls into the joy of marriage. Many plans are made, a house with rooms for children, a yard for children to play in, near enough to a school. Time, time and mo…
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