God answers Habakkuk's complaints of wickedness and injustice in the land. Nahum is the second prophet sent to Nineveh (Jonah being the first) to preach God's judgement on the Assyrian city and empire. Micah warns of the coming judgement that will eventually exile the nation, and includes some of the clearest predictions of the Messiah. Only one chapter, Obadiah demonstrates God's ongoing protection of His people and coming judgement on the nation of Edom, which was indifferent during the Babylonian plunder of Jerusalem.Ī reluctant prophet, Jonah is sent by God to Nineveh, but refuses and learns the futility of it in the belly of a giant fish. Joel warns the people to repent and turn back to God before judgement falls upon them.Ī shepherd named Amos prophesies to the northern kingdom which has become self-sufficient and indifferent towards God during a time of great prosperity. The first book of the Minor Prophets, Hosea is a tragic love story that demonstrates God's unending love for His people despite their unfaithfulness. Like Ezekiel, Daniel has been taken to Babylon in captivity and receives prophetic visions while serving in the courts of the king. Lamentations is a book of sadness that reflects on the destruction of Jerusalem and captivity of Israel.Įzekiel is called by God to preach a message of judgement and deliverance for the captives living in Babylon. Known as the weeping prophet, Jeremiah passionately pleads with the people to repent before the coming Babylonian captivity, but is ignored. The first book of the Major Prophets, Isaiah contains warnings of God's coming judgement and detailed prophecies about the Messiah. Solomon's analysis of life, which is meaningless and empty without God.Ī passionate yet gentle song of love between a husband and wife, symbolising God's relationship with us. The book of Proverbs contains God's divine wisdom, covering a variety of topics for every area of life. Occurring during the exile of Israel, Esther is a Jewish queen to a Persian king, who intercedes on behalf of her people to save them from a genocidal plot.Ī righteous man named Job loses everything and suffers greatly, but remains faithful to God and is blessed abundantly.ĭavid, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Heman, Ethan & MosesĪ collection of 150 songs of worship and praise to God that includes prophecies of the coming Messiah. Written to encourage the people returning from Babylonian exile, 1 Chronicles recaps the history and genealogy of Israel, emphasising the spiritual significance of David and future Messianic King.Ī continuation of the previous book, 2 Chronicles focuses on the kings of Israel, from King Solomon and the building of the temple, to subsequent division, exile and return from captivity.įulfilling the promises of God, the Israelites return from exile after seventy years and rebuild the temple.ĭespite local opposition, Nehemiah returns to Jerusalem from exile, rallying the people to rebuild the city walls and gates in just fifty-two days. The kings of Israel and Judah ignore God and His prophets, eventually falling captive to invading nations and are exiled to foreign lands. Israel enjoys a period of peace and prosperity under King Solomon, but later splits in two after Rehoboam (his son) takes the throne. The life and career of King David, who subdues Israel's enemies and doubles the size of the kingdom, but is not without failings. Israel rejects God's chosen leader, Samuel (a judge), and demands a king despite God's warnings. Occurring during some of the darkest days in Israel's history, Ruth follows the journey of two widows who lose everything, but find hope through God. Israel enters a cycle of sin, suffering defeat and oppression, only to cry out to God for deliverance, who sends leaders (called "judges") to help them. God gives Israel rules to live by and instructions to present themselves holy before Him.Ī sequel to Exodus, Numbers takes its name from two censuses (or "numberings") of the people of Israel, following their journey through the wilderness for forty years.Ī farewell speech from Moses to the people of Israel shortly before his death, Deuteronomy recaps the promises of God and provides instructions to obey Him in the Promised Land.Ī book of conquest, Joshua details the Israelites' invasion and eventual occupation of the Promised Land through faith and action. God appoints Moses to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land of Canaan, establishing a special relationship with them on the way to Mount Sinai. Meaning "the beginning or origin of something", Genesis is the first book of the Bible, recording Creation, the fall of man and the early years of the nation of Israel.
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