In the Kings and Prophets series finale, we examine the background to books such as Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Malachi, Zechariah, and Haggai. While the majority of the captives remained in Persia and Babylon, many returned to Jerusalem. It was...
In this penultimate episode of the series, we examine how the Word of God, the message of God, evolved during the Babylonian captivity. Through prophets like Daniel, Ezekiel, and others, the people began to see a picture of God...
In this penultimate episode, we look at the way the Word of God, the message of God, changed during the Babylonian captivity. Through the prophets like Daniel, Ezekiel, and others, the people began to see a picture of God...
This episode looks at the final invasion of Babylon, the destruction of Jerusalem, and the beginning of the Jewish captivity in Babylon. The era of the kings is now over. The era of the prophets would now explain and...
This week's episode examines the devastating fall of Jerusalem during the Babylonian invasion.
This Week’s Recommended Reading
Jeremiah 29, 23
2 Kings 24, 25:1-21
Considerations As You Read
Why do you think the false prophets sought to kill the prophet Jeremiah?
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Last night, June 21, 2025, President Donald Trump authorized airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear enrichment facilities—an action that signifies a significant and troubling escalation in U.S. foreign policy. This decision contradicts the President’s long-standing pledge to disentangle the United States...
In today’s episode in our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we continue to look at the life of Jeremiah and specifically his ministry during the reign of King Jehoiakim. This wicked king made one fateful and stupid move after...
In today’s episode in our Kings and Prophets podcast series, we continue to look at the life of Jeremiah and specifically his ministry during the reign of King Jehoiakim. For our devotional this week, we want to read the...
In this episode, we look at the life and influence of Nebuchadnezzar and the Kingdom of Babylon. These entities are more than historical realities, but key figures and symbols used throughout scripture to define the systems and powers of...
The story of Babylon and Nebuchadnezzar looms large in scripture, not only from the historical perspective but from the symbolic perspective. Throughout scripture, Babylon represents the antithesis of the Kingdom of God. It is the power of this world...
