Barzillai was an elderly and wealthy man who lived in the town of Rogelim during the time of King David. He is mentioned in 2 Samuel 17 and 2 Samuel 19 in the Old Testament. Here is a summary of what the Bible reveals about Barzillai: Barzillai provided food and supplies for David When David was fleeing from his son Absalom who had rebelled against him, Barzillai brought food, beds, bowls, pots and other supplies for David and his men at Mahanaim (2 Samuel 17:27-29). This generous act reveals Barzillai’s loyalty and kindness towards David in his difficult time of…
Author: Mike Solis
The titles “Alpha and Omega” are used for Jesus Christ several times in the book of Revelation. These titles emphasize that Jesus is the beginning and the end, the first and the last. He encompasses all things and is ultimately supreme over all creation. The first passage where Jesus is given these titles is Revelation 1:8, which reads, “I am the Alpha and the Omega, says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.” Here the speaker is God himself, indicating His eternal nature and sovereignty over all things. This verse emphasizes God’s…
The Book of 1 Kings records the history of Israel from the end of King David’s reign until the end of King Ahab’s reign. It spans a period of around 120 years and focuses primarily on the kings of the divided kingdom of Israel (the northern kingdom) and Judah (the southern kingdom). Some key events and themes include: The Succession of Solomon as King As David neared the end of his life, his son Adonijah attempted to make himself king without David’s knowledge. However, with the help of Nathan the prophet and Bathsheba, Solomon was anointed as king in David’s…
The Book of Ruth is one of the historical books of the Old Testament. It tells the story of Ruth, a Moabite woman who married into an Israelite family and later became the great-grandmother of King David. Though only four chapters long, the book of Ruth has an important message about God’s faithful love and care for those who trust in Him. The story begins during the time of the judges in Israel, when there was a famine in the land. An Israelite named Elimelech left the town of Bethlehem with his wife Naomi and their two sons Mahlon and…
The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Torah and the Hebrew Bible. It continues the story of the Israelites from the Book of Exodus and Leviticus, chronicling their journey from Mount Sinai through the wilderness to the border of Canaan, the land promised to them by God. The English name “Numbers” comes from the census taking and numbering of the Israelite people described in the early chapters. In Hebrew, the book is called Bemidbar, meaning “in the wilderness,” which more accurately reflects the book’s content. Numbers can be divided into three major sections: Chapters 1-10:38 – Israel…
The Book of Leviticus is the third book of the Bible and part of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Old Testament. Leviticus gets its name from the tribe of Levi and the Levitical priests. The Levites were appointed by God to assist in worship and sacrifices. Leviticus provides detailed instructions from God to Moses regarding laws, rituals, and worship practices for the Israelites. Leviticus can be divided into six main sections: Laws of sacrifice (Leviticus 1-7) Institution of the priesthood (Leviticus 8-10) Purity laws (Leviticus 11-16) Holiness code (Leviticus 17-26) Instructions for the Day of Atonement (Leviticus…
The Bible has a lot to say about Lucifer, who is also referred to as Satan or the devil. Here is an overview of some key Bible passages that mention Lucifer and describe his character and actions. Isaiah 14:12-15 This passage describes Lucifer’s rebellion and fall from heaven. Isaiah 14:12 refers to Lucifer as “Day Star, Son of Dawn” and describes his desire to make himself like God and exalt his throne above the stars of God. Because of his pride and arrogance, Lucifer is cast down to Sheol in verse 15. How you have fallen from heaven, morning star,…
Contemporary Christian Music – Is it Honoring to God? Contemporary Christian music, often referred to as CCM, is a genre of popular music that expresses Christian themes and beliefs through various styles and sounds. This type of music has become increasingly popular over the past few decades, with artists like Chris Tomlin, Lauren Daigle, and Hillsong United gaining mainstream success. However, CCM has also received criticism from some Christians who question if it is truly honoring to God or simply mimics secular music trends. This article will examine what the Bible has to say about music in general and look…
Listening is a vital skill that God calls us to develop as followers of Christ. Here are some key Bible verses about the importance of listening: Proverbs 1:5 – Listen to receive wisdom “Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance—” This verse encourages us to listen closely to words of wisdom in order to grow in understanding and discernment. Proverbs 18:13 – Listen before answering “To answer before listening— that is folly and shame.” Listening carefully before responding helps us avoid rash words and foolish mistakes. Wisdom comes through patience in hearing…
Laughter is an interesting topic that comes up a number of times in the Bible. Here is an overview of some of the key Bible verses about laughter and what we can learn from them: Genesis 17:17 – Abraham’s laughter When God promised Abraham that he would have a son in his old age, Abraham “fell on his face and laughed and said to himself, ‘Shall a child be born to a man who is a hundred years old? Shall Sarah, who is ninety years old, bear a child?'” This depicts Abraham’s natural disbelief and skepticism at something seemingly impossible.…