The 9th of Av which will be observed this year (2023) on July 27th is a day that calls Israel to fasting, prayer, and repentance. There are four such days that were cited by Zechariah 8:19: “The fasts of the fourth, fifth, seventh and tenth months will become joyful and glad occasions and happy festivals for Judah. Therefore, love truth and peace.” The first … Read more
Daniel 9:1-3 Daniel received this vision “in the first year of Darius,” which means the events of Belshazzar’s feast in chapter 5 occurred between the visions of chapters 8 and 9. These verses show that Daniel studied Scripture which led and guided him in prayer. He saw the prophecies of Jeremiah as Scripture, even though Jeremiah … Read more
Before we begin Daniel 8 let’s give an overview of what we have covered. Chapter 1 provides an introduction. Chapters 2-7 describe the times of the Gentiles, written in Aramaic, the common language of the Babylonians, Assyrians, and Persians used in government and commerce. Daniel 7 is one of the most important portions of Scripture … Read more
Daniel 5:34-6:4 Darius may not be a name, but a title for Cyrus, who with his army conquered Babylon. It is used in inscriptions for at least five Persian rulers. History mentions no specific man named Darius the Mede. In 6:28 it is possible to translate, “Darius even . . . Cyrus.” Darius appointed 120 … Read more
Daniel 7:1-3 – This chapter chronicles events that occurred 14 years before the events described in Daniel 5:1–3. Chapters 7–8 occur after chapter 4 and the events that led to Nebuchadnezzar’s humbling and restoration, but before chapter 5 when the grandson of Nebuchadnezzar, Belshazzar took the vessels that were sacred to the Temple in Jerusalem and … Read more
Passover for Israel was and remains a time for Israel to remember. To recall our redemption from bondage and how God who delivered us from bondage and slavery. Moses wrote: (Exo 12:24-27) “And you shall observe this event as an ordinance for you and your children forever. “And it will come about when you enter … Read more
Daniel 4:1-3 Here Daniel records an official proclamation by King Nebuchadnezzar. One of the greatest Kings in history records his testimony on how God humbled him and what led him to insanity and his restoration. This is the only chapter in the Bible written by a pagan but placed into Scripture by Daniel. The events … Read more
3:1 In the last chapter Daniel interpreted Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of a statue, the head of which was of gold, the breast and arms of silver, the middle portion of bronze, the legs of iron, and the feet and toes of iron mixed with clay. As Daniel interpreted the dream, the head represented the great kingdom … Read more
As we begin to consider this chapter which contains so much of God’s prophetic word, we need to lay down some basic principles of interpretation. These basic rules will help you as you read the Book and as we discuss it in class. Principle 1 – There are two types of prophetic formula: symbolic and … Read more
V 1-2 the Babylonian exile, which was the result of the Lord’s judgment on his people. In Lev. 26:33 the Lord warned Israel that if they were unfaithful to the covenant entered into at Mount Sinai His discipline would come upon them. Deut 4:27 The LORD will scatter you among the peoples, and you will … Read more
This book will help you to trace the source of Jewish and Christian faith through the Land, the people, and the Scriptures. Presented with “you are there” imagery enriched with Old Testament prophecy and New Testament fulfillment. It will help you to understand the unity between Old and New Covenants.
Where Jesus Walked is an excellent travel companion for a trip to Israel, personal devotions, Bible studies, or as a background for the history and events in the life of Yeshua.
The Scripture references uniquely correlate Old Testament prophecy from 500 to 3500 years before the birth of Yeshua with New Covenant fulfillment. Full-color locator maps help readers understand the geographic context of the events. Over 100 full-page photographs place you at the sites where the events occurred and help to visualize what took place.
Fascinating personal portraits of 24 people who walked with Yeshua complete the story of the New Covenant and provide historical background to the people in His earthly life. Including the Apostles, Mary, Martha, Mary Magdalene, Herod, and others.