Ministry Of The Prophets

The class covers Hosea's prophecy, focusing on his role as a prophet to the northern kingdom of Israel and his personal example of faithfulness through his marriage to Gomer. It emphasizes the themes of God's judgment on Israel and the promise of restoration through divine love and mercy.

The class covers Amos, a prophet from Judah who preached to the northern kingdom of Israel during a time of economic prosperity but moral decay. It highlights Amos's prophecies of judgment and the eventual restoration of God's people.

The class covers the prophecies of Micah, focusing on his warnings to Judah and the impending judgment, contrasting with God's mercy and the righteousness of Yahweh. It emphasizes the need for justice, mercy, and humility in the face of societal decay and spiritual complacency.

The class covers Zephaniah's prophecy, contextualizing it within the reigns of kings Josiah, Manasseh, and Ammon. It emphasizes Josiah's reform efforts and Zephaniah's warnings about judgment and the day of the Lord, highlighting themes of repentance and the ultimate restoration of Israel.

The class covers the book of Jonah, focusing on the prophet's mission to Nineveh and his encounter with God's mercy and judgment. It explores Jonah's reluctance and the lessons of God's power and forgiveness.

The class discusses Nahum's prophecy, contrasting it with Jonah's message of mercy to Nineveh. It emphasizes God's attributes of mercy and judgment, focusing on Nahum's message of impending doom for Assyria and comfort for the oppressed. The class also draws parallels between Nahum's prophecy and Christ's mission.

The class covers Habakkuk's prophecy, focusing on the prophet's dialogue with God and the impending judgment on Judah by the Chaldeans. It emphasizes the importance of faith in God's plan despite the apparent injustices of the world.

The class covers the prophecy of Joel, focusing on its historical context during the Babylonian captivity and its future application. It emphasizes Joel's agricultural imagery and the dual fulfillment of his prophecies, including the outpouring of God's spirit and the final judgment and blessings.

The class covers the prophecies of Haggai and Zechariah, focusing on their roles in encouraging the Jews to rebuild the temple after their return from Babylonian captivity. It emphasizes the importance of individual leadership and spiritual encouragement in overcoming obstacles and apathy.

The class examines the prophecy of Malachi, focusing on its historical context during Nehemiah's time and its parallels with the return of Christ. It emphasizes the importance of faithfulness to God's commands and the consequences of disobedience.