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I.Last week we heard the prophet Zephaniah tell us to sing, shout and rejoice. This week we listen as the prophet Zechariah tells us to rejoice and shout. Why? Maybe it is because, … your king comes to you … … Continue reading
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IV.Let’s pay attention to the prophet’s summons to sing and rejoice. What does the prophet claim is worthy of rejoicing? V.Zephaniah 3:14-20 (NRSVue) Sing aloud, O daughter Zion; shout, O Israel!Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter Jerusalem!The Lord has … Continue reading
I.This week we look to a woman who while most is often not considered one of the Hebrew prophets does demonstrate she is capable of playing many roles, even when she seems reluctant to do so. Our reading for the … Continue reading
VI. The words of Malachi we hear this week begin with a command to the priests, the religious leaders. As we go on to hear the words preserved in Malachi 3 we hear, Then I will draw near to you … Continue reading
VI.Judgement – Confrontation – Hope When you think of the Hebrew prophets how do you first characterize their messages? One of judgement, confrontation, calling attention to what the people’s problem is, or hope? If we think of it enough, probably … Continue reading