Old Testament

GOD’S VALIDATION IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS – 1 Chronicles

God's Guidance Helps Us Survive - The Holy Spirit! Kind David authorized a military census that God did not approve, and he was punished for his action. Since David’s…

GOD WILL DELIVER ISRAELITES FROM IDOLATRY – Zechariah

God’s Standard Of Righteousness Is Irreversible (Passage: Zechariah: 13) Israelites had enjoyed practicing idolatry which has made them suffer terrible punishments from God; however, the Creator promised to rid them…

GOD WORKS MYSTERIOUSLY; TRUST HIS PLANS – 1 Samuel 9

A True Believer Should Trust God's Plans For His Life (Passage: 1 Samuel 9) A man called Saul, in the Bible, was committed to his family and busy searching for…

THE PROTECTION OF GOD STANDS SURE ON HIS CHILDREN – Esther

Christians Must Have Faith In God’s Promises Of Protection (Passage: Esther 6) Haman plotted to kill Mordecai at the same time that God was determined to promote him. The plan…

PERSISTENT EXILE JEWS REBUID THEIR HOMELAND DESPITE PRESSURE – Ezra

Persistence: God Will Honor A Persistent Christian (Passage: Ezra 5 & 6) Some exile Jews returned home to rebuild their homeland, but the enemies were furious about their decision, and…

GOD ALWAYS HEAR OUR CRY – Psalm

Seek God's Presence; Cry For His Help During Trial Passage: Psalm 88 There might come a time when your heart is desperate, and it's hard to simply say a quick…

MESSIAH WILL COME FROM GOD TO HELP THE WORLD – Isaiah

Isaiah – The Birth of Messiah Prophesied (Passage: Isaiah 7, 8) Prophet Isaiah prophesied God’s plan as stated, “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin…

THE JUDGMENT OF GOD COMES – Joel

Christians to Proclaim God’s Salvation (Passage: Joel 2) God requires Christians to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ without hesitation. They must inform people about Jesus' gift of salvation,…

GOD IS GREATER THAN ALL BEINGS IN EXISTENCE – Job

All Christians Must Be Humble Before God & Address Him With Respect (Passage: Job 38) Job found himself in an unfortunate situation; he claimed for his condition. The man complained…

ISRAEL DEFEATED THEIR REBEL TRIBE – Judges

Judges - Perseverance in Christianity (Passage: Judges 20) The tribe of Benjamin rebelled against the remaining eleven tribes of Israel and insinuated a civil war. The eleven tribes who remained…

DIVINE FOCUS IS A STAPLE IN CHRISTIANITY – Daniel

Christians Should Be Prepared To Act With Faith In All Circumstances (Passage: Daniel 6) Daniel chose to give his undivided attention to God, and this infuriated his enemies. This, also,…

GOD MAKES A WAY WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NONE – Exodus

God’s Children Must Believe In Him Always Passage: Exodus 3 God has not forgotten his children; he has their issues fresh on his mind, and he will help them as…

GOD DEFENDS HIS FAITHFUL SERVANTS

The Records of God’s Faithfulness Towards His Children are Uncountable King Asa of Judah served God and was prosperous in his days. God also, gave him rest from his enemies.…

HERBAL RIVER RESERVED FOR SAINTS – Ezekiel

God Always Caters For His Children Regardless Of Their Struggles Passage: Ezekiel 47 God will heal, reward, and restore his saints in heaven. They will live beyond any painful experience…

THE CHRONICLES OF THE PLANET EARTH – Ecclesiastes

Heaven and Hell Remain the Verdict (Passage: Ecclesiastes 1) This present earth planet is temporal. Everything contained in it will not last forever, it will perish someday! One wise preacher…

GOD’S DIRECTIONS ARE VITAL FOR YOUR PROGRESS – 1 Samuel

A Christians Must Endeavor To Adhere To God’s Plans After Asking For Directions (Passage: 1 Samuel 30) David and his followers lost their family and possessions to some foreign invaders; they…

HUMANS ARE REQUIRED TO OBEY GOD’S LAWS – 2 Kings

Everyone Must Be In Compliance With God’s Laws Passage: 2 Kings 23 All people are required to obey God’s laws. Humans find this simple commandment challenging; therefore, they rationalize and…

OFFERING PRAISES TO GOD WITHOUT RESERVATION – 1 Chronicles

True Believers Praise God Unconditionally Passage: 1 Chronicles 23 King David was known to be a good musician who composed songs and played musical instruments for the praises of God’s…

CHRISTIANITY DOES NOT PROMOTE SIN – Judges

True Believers Of Christ Must Keep Away From Sin To Have God's Constant Protection (Passage: Judges 10) The Israelites became inconsistent with God after the death of Joshua, despite several…

ADAM LOST SALVATION – Genesis

Genesis - Adam Lost Salvation Opportunity But Jesus Regained It (Passage: Genesis 1,2,3) God is the father of all creations. All things in existence listen to him, and they obey…

SPIRITUALITY ENTAILS FOCUSING ON THE RIGHT THINGS – Psalm

True Christians Must Focus On Only What Glorifies God (Passage: Psalm 73) A psalmist almost collapsed in despair when he saw how wicked people prospered effortlessly. He confessed, “But as for…

THE WALL OF JERUSALEM WAS REBUILT DESPITE OPPOSITION – Nehemiah

Christians Serve God of Possibilities Who Rebuilt Jerusalem Wall (Passage: Nehemiah 12) Nehemiah who led exile Jews back to their land to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem was opposed by…

SATAN FAILED IN HEAVEN – Isaiah

Isaiah – Satan Abused His Post and Lost Heavenly Home (Passage: Isaiah 14) The scripture described Satan as a traitor who wanted to usurp the position of God in heaven.…

GOD RESPECTS AN AGREEMENT – Judges

True Believers Must Be Aware Of Their Promises (Passage: Judges 11) Judge Jephthah found himself between a rock and a hard place by making an irrevocable vow to God. He…

TRUSTING GOD PAYS – Judges

True Christians Should Focus On Carrying Out God's Plans (Passage: Judges 20) Trusting God pays off in the end. The tribe of Benjamin rebelled against the remaining eleven tribes of…

HUMILITY IS AN IMPORTANT FACTOR FOR SERVING AS A CHRISTIAN – Job

True Believers Of Christ Should Embody His Humble Trait (Passage: Job 1) Job, in the Bible, was a rich man who portrayed a godly example for all wealthy people…

GOD REVEALED THE SECRETS OF END TIME – Daniel

The Present Earth And Heaven Will Go Into Extinction (Passage: Daniel 12) God revealed the secret of end time to Daniel. Daniel learned from the revelation that God will soon judge…

OBEDIENCE IS A MUST FOR ALL CHRISTIANS – Genesis

God’s Protection Will Remain With Those Who Obey Him (Passage: Genesis 34) Obedience means everything to God; every child of God should consider it a matter of importance to obey…

THE POWER OF GOD IS UNBEATABLE – Nahum

The Power of God will Benefit Christians (Passage: Nahum 1) The power of God is extraordinarily great and remains unbeatable. Jehovah is God; he is the only deity that all…

ONE DISRESPECTFUL CHIEF PAID A DIRE CONSEQUENCE – 2 Kings

People Must Honor God’s Servants (Passage: 2 Kings 7) One Israelite’s chief paid a dire consequence for being disrespectful to Prophet Elisha over his prophecy. A prolonged famine had plagued…

ISRAELITES FAILED PRIORITY CHECK – HAGGAI

People Must Prioritize Serving God (Passage: Haggai 1,2) Inappropriate priority brought set-back for Israelites. God called the attention of Israelites to the secrets behind their poverty. Israelites were suffering because…

GOD DENOUNCED HYPOCRITE – Hosea

God Detest Hypocritical Behaviors (Passage: Hosea 8) God was dissatisfied with his disobedient children and asked his prophet to announce the judgment that would come on them. God said to…

SYRIANS IDOLS FAILED TO EARN THEM VICTORY – 1 Kings

God Will Defend His Children Against Idol Worshipers (Passage: 1 Kings 20) A Syrian king and his army underestimated God and believed they could loathe his protective power. After the…

GOD REWARDS ALL CHRISTIANS WHO HONOR HIM – Esther

Good Christians Must Obey And Serve God Diligently (Passage: Esther 4) Queen Esther must use her influence to save the Jews from Mr. Haman who has vouched to destroy them.…

QUEEN VASHTI LOST HER POSITION BECAUSE OF PRIDE – Esther

Christians Must Be Humble and Let God Take The Glory (Passage: Esther 1) Queen Vashti dishonored King Ahasuerus (her husband) in the presence of the dignitaries of her countries and…

GOD’S CHILDREN TO PAY THEIR TITHES – Malachi

Christians Must Pay Their Tithes To Their Churches Passage: Malachi 3 God requires the believers to faithfully pay their tithe to his honor and for their own benefits. A Christian…

PATRIOTISM SHOULD BE THE WATCHWORD OF EVERY BELIEVER – Daniel

True Christians Should Care For Their Earthly Home As Much As Their Heavenly (Passage: Daniel 9) Daniel researched the record in quest to avert the tribulation that has befallen his…

GOD REWARDS THOSE WHO SERVE HIM – 2 Chronicles

Christians Should Serve The Lord With A Pure Heart (Passage: 2 Chronicles 5) King Solomon made history by leading his people to build a state-of-the-art temple for God. The action…

GOD’S PLANS ARE ALWAYS GOOD – 1 Samuel

All Christians Must Put Their Ultimate Trust In God (Passage: 1 Samuel 9) Saul was committed to his family and was busy searching for his father’s missing horse, but God…

GOD DEFENDS US AGAINST OUR ENEMIES – Exodus

All Christians Must Put Their Trust In God For Protection Passage: Exodus 12 King Pharaoh and his Egyptians citizens oppressed the Hebrews with an accusation that they intended to dominate…

GOD DESIRES UNCONDITIONAL LOVE FROM BELIEVERS – Habakkuk

Christians To Have Unconditional Love For God (Passage: Habakkuk 3) The type of relationship that Christians keep with God must be unconditional. We are not required to serve God for…

GOD’S WRATH SHALL COME UPON SINNERS DESERVING – Ezekiel

True Christians need to deviate from sin to bask in God's Glory (PASSAGE: Ezekiel 20) For the longest time, the Israelites continued to live in sin despite God’s punishments inflicted…

SELFLESS LOVE TO MANKIND – Ruth

Christians Should Imbibe Selflessness As Part Of Their Personalities Passage: Ruth 1 Ruth decided to stay with Naomi (her mother in law) After the death of her husband, despite the…

HOLINESS IS THE BASIC STANDARD OF GOD – Exodus

God Requires His Children To Comply With His Holiness Standard God ordered Moses to specially decorate his priest in a fashion that glorified his name. Moses must ensure that the…

GOD REWARDED JOSHUA FOR HIS FAITHFULNESS – Joshua

Obedience Leads To God’s Blessing (Passage: Joshua 19) Joshua who led Israelites to possess the Promised Land also claimed his own personal portion of the inheritance. Israelites awarded his entitlement…

GOD PROTECTS HIS CHILDREN AGAINST THE ENEMIES – 1 Samuel

Christ’s Believers Are Guarded By God From Their Enemies (Passage: 1 Samuel) David fought and killed Goliath to deliver his nation; he became a national hero as people sang to…

GOD DEFENDED ISRAELITES AGAINST MULTIPLE FOES – Joshua

Faith Exercise Will Forever Benefit Christians (Passage: Joshua 10) God helped Israelites in their difficult situation. The people were few in numbers and had limited weapons to their defense; however,…

GOD PLACED ISRAELITES ON CONDITIONAL FREEDOM – Leviticus

Christians Must Fully Obey God To Have His Full Blessing Passage: Leviticus 26 Israelites were free from the Egyptians’ bondage but their freedom had terms and conditions. God who delivered…

A WOMAN WHO MOCKED DAVID REGRETTED HER ACTION – 2 Samuel

People To Honor God At All Times (Passage: 2 Samuel 6) A woman who mocked King David for dancing in the presence of God lived the rest of her life…

KING JEHU KILLED IDOL WORSHIPERS – 2 Kings

God Hates Idol Worship: Christians Steer Clear (Passage: 2 Kings 10) King Jehu chose to take a drastic decision amidst his disinterested citizens. The king stomped his feet against idol…

BE PROTECTIVE OF GOD’S PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE – Judges

Divine Focus Is Required To Carry Out God's Plan For Our Lives (Passage: Judges 16) Be careful: Samson failed God’s plan for his life! The man Samson was God’s Nazirite…

PRIDE IS DESTRUCTIVE TO ANYONE – Esther

Christians Must Do Away With Pride To Experience God’s Benefits (Passage: Esther 1) Queen Vashti dishonored her husband, King Ahasuerus, in the presence of the dignitaries and ran into trouble.…

THE POWER OF GOD IS DOUBLE SIDED – Hosea

Power of God Cannot Be Underestimated (Passage: Hosea 8) God mostly steers his supernatural power to bless his children, but he acts in contrast if his children attempt to take…

ELISHA DEAD BODY RESURRECTED ANOTHER DEAD BODY – 2 Kings

Resurrection: Christians To Have Faith In God of Wonders (Passage: 2 Kings 13) God used Prophet Elisha greatly during his lifetime to perform many miracles. Elisha raise a dead person…

GOD GUARANTEED ABSOLUTE SECURITY FOR ISRAELITES – Zechariah

God will protect people that serve him (Passage: Zechariah 12) Security is of the Lord! Dwellers of Jerusalem have lived in fear and suffered oppression from their surrounding nations,…

JOSHUA WITNESSED GOD’S BENEFITS – Joshua

Children of God Will Earn Huge Rewards for Their Good Services (Passage: Joshua 23) Joshua the servant of God recounted his experience with God after he had lived 110 years.…

JEREMIAH LAMENTED FOR ISRAELITES’ SINS – Lamentation

Sin Irritates God; Holiness Is The Key Passage: Lamentations 1 Prophet Jeremiah was depressed and cried for Israelites having witnessed the terrible consequences they have suffered as a result of…

GOD SEEKS REPENTANCE OR PUNISH ISRAELITES – Amos

God Requires Repentance From People (Passage: Amos 2) Israelites provoked God to an extent that he decided to keep the record of their sins and promised to punish them. Israelites…

POWER INTOXICATES AND CAN LEAD TO DESTRUCTION – 1 Samuel

True Believers Should Imbibe Humility In Positions Of Power (Passage: 1 Samuel 12) Prophet Samuel proved himself as a godly leader of Israel. He had served well, and he was…

OFFER THANKS TO GOD ALWAYS – 1 Chronicles

God Is Worthy Of Our Praises; Say Thanks To Him! Passage: 1 Chronicles 17 Every wise father wants his children to learn how to be thankful for all the gifts…

UNITY MAKES ALL THINGS ACHIEVABLE – Ezra

Christians should Come to Unity to Carry Out God’s Prophesies Passage: Ezra 3 The exiled Jews were authorized to return home and rebuild their precious city, Jerusalem. All the released…

NON-DISCRIMINATORY GOD USED CYRUS AS HIS VESSEL – Ezra

God Uses Any Vessel To Make His Cause Come To Pass Passage: Ezra 1 God inspired a gentile king to sponsor the reconstruction of his holy temple. Despite an idolatry…

GOD IS SECOND TO NONE; SERVE HIM – Ezekiel

As Believers, We Must Put God First Before Anything (Passage: Ezekiel 23) God labeled the Israelites “The harlots” for practicing idolatry. The people would face some consequences for their actions…

FAITHFUL WORSHIP FACILITATES ABUNDANCE OF GOD’S BLESSINGS – 2 Chronicles

True Christianity Entails Faithful Focus On God's Word Passage: 2 Chronicles You must be willing and obey if you are to eat the good of the land. Sometimes when God…

GOD DOESN’T SUPPORT SIN

A True Believer Should Be Ready To Forfeit Sin For God The Israelites assumed that God would ignore their sins and protect them from their enemies, but they were disappointed.…

HEAVEN IS A PARADISE PREPARED FOR THE SAINTS – Ezekiel

All Believer Should Aspire To Make Heaven Passage: Ezekiel 40 Whatever you do, don't miss heaven. You shouldn't be so close to God's kingdom only to hear the Lord say,…

BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND THE POWER OF GOD INVESTED – Judges

Trusting Your Own Strengths Can Help You Conquer Trials And Tribulations (Passage: Judges 4) Mrs. Deborah Lapidoth was a prophetess and an Israelites’ judge that did what other women did…

OBEDIENCE IS A VITAL TRAIT FOR CHRISTIANS – 1 Samuel

Obedience To God's Instructions Are For Our Good Passage: 1 Samuel 15 The bible states clearly over and over again that God blesses and rewards obedience. Obedience to God also…

GOD’S MIRACLES WILL NEVER CEASE – Judges

True Believers Will Experience God's Grace And Wonders In Their Lives Forever (Passage: Judges 13) God promised to bless Manoah’s family with a Nazirite child, who would deliver the Israelites…

GOD HATES JEALOUSY; STAY AWAY FROM IT – Genesis

All Christians Must Do Away With Jealousy And Live A Life Void Of It Joseph had a special dream that God had planned to make him the leader of his…

GOD’S JUDGEMENT IS ALWAYS BENIGN – Ezekiel

God Delivers Judgement According To Believer's Actions On Earth Passage: Ezekiel 18 God will judge the earth's inhabitants via his unbiased rule. He will compel every individual to explain and…

PRAISE AND WORSHIP MOVE GOD’S HANDS – Psalm

Proclaim The Greatness of God And Gain His Attention (Passage: Psalm 84) Christians are encouraged to praise God at all times. In fact, the scripture encourages us to dwell in…

CALEB TRUSTED GOD AND GOT HIS REWARD AS PROMISED – Joshua

True Children Of God Must Trust His Process And Believe His Word God fulfilled his promise made to Caleb in the wilderness; he granted him an opportunity to own…

PROMISES MADE TO GOD MUST BE FULFILLED – 1 Samuel

Good Christians Must Fulfill All Promises Made To God To Avoid His Wrath (1 Samuel 1:11) Hannah was barren; she prayed and asked God for a child, and she promised…

GOD DISTRACTED SAUL TO PROTECT DAVID – 1 Samuel

God Knows How To Protect His Children (Passage: 1 Samuel 23) Protection comes from God! God distracted King Saul and prevented him from capturing David. The scripture stated, “Saul went…

GOD SCOLDED ISRAELITES FOR THEIR PRANK – Hosea

Believers Must Positively Receive God’s Correction (Passage: Hosea 13) God rebuked the Israelites for attempting to play a double-standard game with him. Israelites were dishonest in their relationship with God.…

GOD FORGIVE OFFENSES OF HIS PEOPLE – Zechariah

God Will Accept All Who Have Strayed Away And Forgive Them (Passage: Zechariah 8) The Israelites wandered away from God and suffered, but God - their Creator, promised to forgive…

GOD TAUGHT JONAH THE LESSON OF OBEDIENCE – Jonah

Christians To Obey God For Their Benefits (Passage: Jonah 2) Prophet Jonah disobeyed God and attempted to escape, but God caught him red-handedly. God caught Jonah in a ship and…

ZEALOUS JEHOVAH WILL REWARD FAITHFUL SERVICE – Nahum

God Will Reward Faithful Christians (Passage: Nahum 1) Faithful services. Christians are required to give due honor and faithfully serve him at all times. We must give whatever it takes…

CYRUS SPONSORED THE RECONSTRUCTION OF JERUSALEM – Ezra

God’s Miracles will be Available for Believers Passage: Ezra 1 One gentile king was inspired to sponsor the reconstruction of God’s Temple in Jerusalem. The king who had an idolatry…

BAD ASSOCIATION CAN LEAD TO BAD JUDGEMENT -2 Chronicles

True Believers Ought To Be Cautious Of The Association They Keep King Rehoboam had a good father, but he failed to follow his footsteps. Rehoboam, who succeeded his father King…

GOD WILL REWARD PEOPLE THAT SERVE HIM – Obadiah

Reward for Confidence in God (Passage: Obadiah 1) People who reserve their confidence in God will not be put to shame, but they will triumph over difficult situations to possess…

ISRAELITES MUST HAVE COURAGE – Deuteronomy

Deuteronomy - Children of God Must Maintain Confidence in God (Passage: Deuteronomy 20,21,22) God asked Israelites to demonstrate courage and not fear their enemies during battles. They must not fear the…

WOE TO WICKED PEOPLE SAYS THE BIBLE – Micah

God Will Deal With Wicked People Unless They Repent (Passage: Micah 2) God hates wickedness, and he asked the wicked people to repent of their evil ways or else they…

ISRAELITES MUST PAY THEIR VOWS – Deuteronomy

Children of God Must Redeem Their Pledges (Passage: Deuteronomy 23) God required Israelites to honor and redeem their pledges before him. They must not overlook any pledge or consider it irrelevant but…

THE WORLD IS IN END TIME SEASON – Zephaniah

People To Take Note of End Time Events (Passage: Zephaniah 1) The end time season is here! The scriptures have notified us that this earth will soon come to an…

GOD’S JUDGMENT WILL COME ON SINFUL ISRAELITES – Ezekiel

A Sinner Must Repent To Avert God’s Judgment (Passage: Ezekiel 14) God set a precedence of his punishment for the Israelites. He engaged Prophet Ezekiel in a conversation and stated…

DARE TO ONLY TRUST THE SUPREME AND INFALLIBLE GOD

True Followers Of Christ Must Depend On God For Solutions Leah and Rachel were obsessed with their husband Jacob. They idolized him and competed to earn his favor; however, the…

GOD WILL PUNISH ISRAELITES FOR THEIR SINS – Amos

Children of God Must Not Abuse God’s Grace With Sin (Passage: Amos 8) Israelites provoked God with sin, and the Creator promised to make them pay for it. Amos the…

ISRAELITES REBELLED AND GOD SOLD THEM OUT – Jeremiah

Christians Must Not Take God’s Grace For Granted (Jeremiah 25) God's grace has a limit! God declared his judgments on the people of Judah and Israel for abusing the privilege…

KING MANASSEH’S REPENTANCE AND FORGIVENESS – 2 Chronicles

God Demands Repentance From Sinners (Passage: 2 Chronicles 33) Repentance of a sin is not an option; it is the only important step that a sinner must take to appease…

EXILE JEWS RETURNED TO BUILD JERUSALEM WALL – Nehemiah

God Will Help His Obedient Children Prosper Passage: (Nehemiah 10) Exile Jews who returned to Jerusalem (their homeland) also renewed their covenant with God. They promised to follow God’s rule…

ISRAEL EXPERIENCED GOD’S FAITHFULNESS – 1 Chronicles

1 Chronicles - God Remains Faithful Through Thick and Thin (Passage: 1 Chronicles 16) God was faithful to Israelites his children. King David recounted some of Jehovah’s faithfulness, and mentioned…

GOD PLACED HOLINESS CONDITION ON ISRAELITES – Hosea

Christians Must Prioritize Holiness (Passage: Hosea 10) God prioritize holiness! God reminded Israelites that he would punish them for their unrepentant sins. Israelites will be punished if they persist in sin,…

GOD OF ISREAL FORFEITED THE SYRIANS’ STRATEGIES – 1 Kings

God Will Defend His Children At All Times (Passage: 1 Kings 20) A Syrian king and his army underestimated God and believed they could loathe his protective power. After local…