Jesus delivers the opening of the Sermon on the Mount, describing the character of those who belong to God's kingdom and calling His followers to be salt and light in the world. He deepens the…
Matthew begins by tracing Jesus' genealogy and recounting His miraculous birth, establishing Him as the promised Messiah and the fulfilment of prophecy. After the visit of the wise men and the…
Malachi confronts the people's spiritual complacency, exposing corrupt worship, unfaithfulness in marriage, and their neglect of justice and generosity. God calls His people to return to Him and…
God promises to restore Jerusalem, bringing truth, peace, and joy to His people, while drawing nations to seek Him. The prophecies then look toward a coming humble King, a rejected shepherd, and a day…
Zechariah calls the people to return to God, promising that God will return to them. Through a series of visions, he reveals God's plans to restore Jerusalem, remove sin, strengthen the high priest,…
Haggai challenges the returned exiles to stop prioritising their own homes while God's temple remains unfinished. He calls them to consider their ways and resume rebuilding, assuring them that God is…
Habakkuk begins by questioning God about the violence and injustice around him. God answers that Babylon will be used in judgment, but Habakkuk then wrestles with how God can use an even more wicked…
Nahum announces the downfall of Nineveh, the same city that had previously repented in Jonah. This time, Nineveh’s violence, cruelty, and oppression have reached their end. The book emphasizes God’s…
Micah confronts the corruption of Israel and Judah, particularly leaders who exploit the vulnerable while claiming God’s protection. Yet judgment is not the final word. Micah looks forward to a…
Obadiah announces judgment against Edom because of its violence and pride toward Judah, while affirming that the kingdom ultimately belongs to the LORD. Jonah then shows God’s mercy extending even to…
