The Twelve books which follow Daniel in the Old Testament are sometimes called the "Minor" prophets - because they are shorter, not because they are less important. Their message from God is just as important, and the great themes are the same, as those of the "major" prophets, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Daniel.
We can only now look briefly at five of these books, but when you proceed to Step Seven you will eventually read ALL of them.
| SUNDAY
Hosea 13 |
This prophecy depicts God's love, despite Israel's unfaithfulness. God's people, whether Jew or Gentile, need to be led (verse 5), need a King (verse 10) and need to be saved from death (verse 14). See 1 Corinthians 15:54-57. |
| MONDAY
Joel 3 |
All nations are to come to Jerusalem in battle. Then God will intervene through Jesus Christ. |
| TUESDAY
Micah 5 |
Jesus, born in Bethlehem (verse 2), is the Good Shepherd who will save and lead His people (verses 4-5). |
| WEDNESDAY
Zechariah 8 |
When Israel are fully restored and have repented (verses 7-8), all nations will have to respect them as examples of God's marvellous dealings (verse 23). |
| THURSDAY
Zechariah 12 |
Only when Israel accept Jesus Christ as their Saviour (verse 10) will they be fully restored. |
| FRIDAY
Malachi 3 |
Israel will be purified (verse 3) when Jesus comes in judgment (verse 2). If we reverence God, and commit ourselves to him, He will treasure US (verse 17). |
| SATURDAY
Malachi 4 |
The Old Testament closes on a note of blessing (verse 2) or cursing (verse 6). Which will it be for us? Israel failed to please God; may we be different! |