The Book of Jeremiah is one of the major prophetic books of the Old Testament. Jeremiah began his ministry around 626 BC during the reign of King Josiah and continued his ministry until after the siege and destruction of Jerusalem by the Babylonians in 587 BC. Jeremiah witnessed the tragic events leading up to the downfall of Jerusalem and was often referred to as the “weeping prophet”. The book can be divided into two main sections – chapters 1-25 focus on Jeremiah’s prophecies to Judah leading up to the Babylonian exile, while chapters 26-52 recount narratives and events surrounding the…
Author: Mike Solis
The Aleppo Codex is an ancient handwritten manuscript of the Hebrew Bible. It is considered the most authoritative and accurate witness to the biblical text, and served as the basis for many modern Bible translations. The Aleppo Codex was created in Tiberias around 930 CE and was carefully preserved by Jewish communities for centuries. In the 11th century it was taken to Jerusalem, and by the mid-14th century it ended up in Aleppo, Syria, where it remained for over 500 years. The manuscript takes its name from the city of Aleppo where it resided for centuries. The Codex contains the…
The revived Roman Empire refers to the prophecy in the Bible that in the end times, the Roman Empire will be revived in some form before the return of Jesus Christ. This revived empire is usually associated with the Antichrist and his rule during the Tribulation period. Though interpretations vary, most believe the revived Roman Empire will consist of 10 kingdoms or leaders that give their power to the Antichrist, as outlined in the books of Daniel and Revelation. The Roman Empire was one of the world’s greatest empires that ruled much of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa…
The name of Jesus holds great significance and power for Christians. The Bible teaches that there is salvation in no other name except the name of Jesus (Acts 4:12). By calling on His name, we can be saved and receive eternal life (Romans 10:13). Jesus’ name also gives believers authority and power to do works in His name for God’s glory. Jesus’ name is powerful because of who He is. Jesus is the Son of God who died on the cross for our sins and rose again, conquering death and sin. He is now exalted to the highest place and…
The Bible uses several different names and titles to refer to God. Some of the most common ones are LORD, GOD, Lord, and God. While these words refer to the same divine being, they carry slightly different meanings and connotations. LORD The word “LORD” in all capital letters is used in English Bible translations to represent the Hebrew name YHWH or Yahweh. This name comes from the Hebrew verb “to be” and essentially means “the eternal one” or “the self-existing one.” YHWH is God’s personal name revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14). It stresses God’s eternal, self-existent…
Mary of Bethany is a woman mentioned in the New Testament Gospels who lived in the village of Bethany near Jerusalem during the first century AD. She is often identified as the sister of Martha and Lazarus. Although she is not mentioned often, Mary of Bethany plays an important role in the Gospels and reveals key truths about discipleship and devotion to Jesus. There are three main passages in the Gospels that mention Mary of Bethany by name and give insight into her character and relationship with Jesus: John 11 – Mary, Martha, and the Death of Lazarus In John…
Public prayer can be intimidating for many Christians. Standing before others to speak to God is a vulnerable experience. Fear of judgment, messing up, or not sounding eloquent may cause anxiety. However, Scripture offers much encouragement and wisdom to help overcome nervousness in public prayer. Remember it’s about God, not people When praying publicly, it’s easy to become self-conscious and focus on those listening. But prayer is directed to God, not people. Jesus condemned public prayer aimed at impressing others (Matthew 6:5). Pray with sincerity to connect with God. People may hear your words, but God hears your heart. Keep…
The Book of Nehemiah chronicles the return of the Jewish people from exile in Babylon back to Jerusalem and the rebuilding of the walls around Jerusalem. The story begins with Nehemiah, who served as the cupbearer to King Artaxerxes of Persia, receiving news that the returned exiles in Jerusalem were in “great trouble and shame” (Nehemiah 1:3 ESV) because the walls and gates protecting the city were still in ruins. This greatly distressed Nehemiah, so he prayed and fasted, asking God for favor from the king to allow him to return to Jerusalem and organize efforts to rebuild the walls.…
The Brotherhood of Light is a group mentioned in the Bible that represents those who follow God’s teachings and walk in the light of Christ. While the term “Brotherhood of Light” itself does not appear in Scripture, the concept is rooted in several key biblical principles. Walking in the Light The idea of the Brotherhood of Light stems from verses that discuss walking in the light versus walking in darkness. 1 John 1:5-7 states, “God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie…
The “sign of Jonah” is mentioned in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke in reference to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus told the scribes and Pharisees that no sign would be given except the sign of the prophet Jonah (Matthew 12:38-39, 16:4; Luke 11:29-30). This has been interpreted as a prophecy by Jesus that He would spend three days and three nights in the grave before being resurrected, similar to how Jonah spent three days and nights in the belly of the great fish (Jonah 1:17). Here is a detailed look at the sign of Jonah and its significance.…