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Ezra
Going home can be an exciting time. As you read Ezra, look for the different experiences God’s people had when they returned with Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah. What makes Ezra special? Ezra and the next book in the Bible, Nehemiah, were originally one book. Together they make up the most important source for the history of 538 to 430 B.C.…
READ MOREEcclesiastes
What can people do to find satisfaction and happiness? Read Ecclesiastes to find out what one wise author says about the meaning of life. What makes Ecclesiastes special? The book’s title comes from the ancient Greek translation of the Hebrew word Qoheleth, which means “one who assembles.” The author is not known, but many suggest he was a teacher, preacher,…
READ MOREObadiah
Injustice! Betrayal! Tragedy! Even if you don’t cause it, should you still be blamed if you watch it happen and do nothing to prevent it? Read Obadiah’s prophecy about Edom to find out. What makes Obadiah special? Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament—so short that it has no chapter divisions. The name “Obadiah” was a common one…
READ MORE2 Chronicles
Remembering a golden age from the past can give people strength and hope even when they are living in exile. Read 2 Chronicles and see how God’s chosen people were encouraged by recalling their faithful leaders from the past. What makes 2 Chronicles special? The book of 2 Chronicles continues the story told in 1 Chronicles, and before that, in…
READ MOREHosea
A strong marriage is built on trust and commitment. But trust is broken when one partner is unfaithful. Keep this image in mind as you read the prophet Hosea’s message to Israel. What makes Hosea special? Hosea is a short version of the Hebrew name Hoshaiah, which means “the Lord has saved.” Hosea lived and wrote in the northern kingdom…
READ MOREHaggai
Life is filled with choices. As you read Haggai, think about the choices the people of Jerusalem were making and how this affected their relationship with God. What can you learn about the choices you make? What makes Haggai special? Haggai is the first prophet God sent to the Jewish people after they returned to Judah from exile in Babylon.…
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