The Revelation 2025

Monday, November 24, 2025

⚖️ The Story of Micah — Justice, Mercy, and the Coming Savior

⚖️ The Story of Micah — Justice, Mercy, and the Coming Savior

Part One: A Call to Justice

Micah spoke to Israel and Judah, warning them of God’s anger over:

Corruption among leaders
Oppression of the poor
Dishonest business practices

“Hear this, you leaders, and give ear, you rulers of the house of Jacob: Is it not for you to know justice?”

God values justice and righteousness, not empty rituals.

Part Two: A Call to Humility and Mercy

Micah reminded the people that worship alone is not enough:

“He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?”

True faith is lived through compassion, fairness, and humility, not simply religious ceremonies.

Part Three: Warnings of Judgment

Micah warned that God’s judgment would come on those who continued in sin:

Cities would be destroyed
Leaders and people would face consequences for injustice
God would not ignore wrongdoing

“Therefore you will be abandoned until the time when she who is in labor bears a child.”

God’s discipline is meant to bring His people back to righteousness.

Part Four: The Promise of the Messiah

Even in judgment, God gave hope:

A ruler would come from Bethlehem
He would bring peace, justice, and security
God’s kingdom would last forever

“But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel.”

This prophecy points to Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.

Part Five: Lessons from Micah

Micah teaches us:

God values justice, mercy, and humility above ritual
Sin and corruption bring consequences, but God calls for repentance
God’s promises of restoration and a Messiah bring hope
True faith is lived through actions that honor God and care for others

🐋 The Story of Jonah — Running from God and Learning Mercy

🐋 The Story of Jonah — Running from God and Learning Mercy

Part One: God Calls Jonah

God spoke to Jonah:

“Go to the great city of Nineveh and preach against it, for their wickedness has come up before Me.”

But Jonah did not want to go. He hated Nineveh and feared showing mercy to its people.
Instead, he tried to run away, boarding a ship heading in the opposite direction.

Part Two: The Storm at Sea

God sent a violent storm to stop Jonah.

The sailors were terrified
They prayed to their gods, but nothing worked
Jonah admitted his disobedience and told them to throw him into the sea

When Jonah was thrown overboard, the storm stopped.
God sent a great fish to swallow Jonah, and he stayed inside for three days and nights.

Part Three: Jonah Prays and Repents

Inside the fish, Jonah prayed to God:

“I called to You in my distress, and You answered me. I will fulfill my vow and obey You.”

God heard Jonah’s prayer and commanded the fish to spit him onto dry land.

Part Four: Preaching to Nineveh

God called Jonah again:

“Go to Nineveh and deliver My message.”

This time, Jonah obeyed.
He warned the people:

“Forty more days and Nineveh will be overthrown!”

The people repented immediately:

They fasted
They wore sackcloth
They turned from evil ways

Even the king humbled himself and called the nation to repentance.

God saw their hearts and spared the city, showing His mercy.

Part Five: Jonah’s Lesson

Jonah was angry that God had shown mercy to Nineveh.
God explained:

“Should I not have concern for this great city, in which there are more than a hundred and twenty thousand people, who cannot tell right from wrong?”

Jonah learned that God’s love and compassion extend beyond our personal feelings or prejudices.

Lessons from Jonah

God’s plan cannot be escaped
Obedience to God brings life and blessing
God’s mercy is greater than human anger or prejudice
God cares deeply for all people, even those we may despise

🏔️ The Story of Obadiah — Pride and Justice

🏔️ The Story of Obadiah — Pride and Justice

Part One: God’s Message Against Edom

Obadiah delivers a message from God to the nation of Edom, descendants of Esau, who lived southeast of Judah.

“Because of your pride and your violence against your brother Jacob, you will be humbled.”

Edom had been arrogant, feeling safe in their mountains, yet they had mocked and exploited Judah during difficult times.

Part Two: The Warning of Judgment

God’s message was clear:

Pride and cruelty are dangerous
God sees injustice, even when it seems hidden
Nations that harm others, especially God’s people, will face His judgment

“Though you soar like the eagle and make your nest among the stars, from there I will bring you down.”

No one can escape God’s justice.

Part Three: God’s Deliverance for His People

Even as Edom faced judgment, God promised hope and restoration for Israel:

God’s people will reclaim their land
They will possess what was lost
God’s kingdom will triumph over all opposition

“The kingdom will be the Lord’s.”

God’s faithfulness and protection are unwavering.

Part Four: Lessons from Obadiah

Obadiah teaches us:

Pride leads to downfall; humility honors God
God sees every act of injustice
God protects and restores His people
His sovereignty is absolute — no nation or person can escape His judgment

⚖️ The Story of Amos — Justice, Judgment, and God’s Righteousness

⚖️ The Story of Amos — Justice, Judgment, and God’s Righteousness

Part One: God’s Call to Amos

Amos was a shepherd from Judah when God called him to speak to Israel, the northern kingdom.

“Go, prophesy to My people Israel, for their sins have reached the heavens.”

Though Amos was a simple man, God used him to deliver powerful messages of warning.

Part Two: Condemnation of Injustice

Amos warned that Israel had turned away from God:

The rich oppressed the poor
Judges were corrupt
Idolatry was rampant
People pretended to worship God but ignored His ways

“Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream.”

God values justice and mercy over empty rituals or sacrifices.

Part Three: Warnings of Judgment

Amos predicted that God’s judgment would come:

The nation would face exile and destruction
The people’s wealth and false security would not save them
Nations that ignored God’s law would be held accountable

“The Lord roars from Zion and thunders from Jerusalem; the pastures of the shepherds dry up, and the top of Carmel withers.”

His warnings were meant to wake the people to repentance.

Part Four: Hope for the Faithful

Even amid judgment, God promises hope for the faithful:

A remnant of His people will survive
Israel will be restored and renewed
God will plant His people like a tree, flourishing and strong

“In that day I will raise up the fallen booth of David, and repair its breaches, restoring its ruins.”

God’s justice is always balanced by His mercy.

Part Five: Lessons from Amos

Amos teaches us:

True worship is shown through justice, mercy, and righteousness
God sees sin, especially oppression and hypocrisy
Judgment is real, but God preserves a faithful remnant
God desires hearts aligned with His ways, not empty rituals

🌾 The Story of Joel — Judgment, Repentance, and God’s Spirit

🌾 The Story of Joel — Judgment, Repentance, and God’s Spirit

Part One: A Time of Trouble

Joel opens with a vivid scene:

Locusts swarm, destroying crops
The land suffers drought
People are hungry and afraid

This disaster is a warning:

“Blow the trumpet in Zion! Declare a holy fast; call a sacred assembly.”

God’s people are called to repent, seek Him, and return to faithful living.

Part Two: Call to Repentance

Joel urges the people to:

Tear their hearts, not just their garments
Fast, pray, and humble themselves
Turn away from sin and return to God

“Rend your heart and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God, for He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger, and abounding in love.”

God responds to sincere repentance with mercy and restoration.

Part Three: Promise of Restoration

After judgment comes hope:

God promises to restore the land
Crops will flourish again, and the people will be satisfied
God’s blessings will return to those who turn to Him

“I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten.”

This reminds us that even after hardship, God can restore what was lost.

Part Four: The Outpouring of God’s Spirit

Joel also looks forward to a time when God will pour out His Spirit:

Young and old will prophesy
Sons and daughters will have visions and dreams
Everyone who calls on the Lord will be saved

“And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

This prophecy points forward to the coming of the Holy Spirit in the New Testament and the spreading of God’s kingdom.

Part Five: Lessons from Joel

Joel teaches us:

God calls His people to repentance and heartfelt obedience
Judgment is real, but God’s mercy is greater
Restoration and blessing follow repentance and faith

God’s Spirit empowers and renews His people

💔 The Story of Hosea — Love, Betrayal, and God’s Mercy

💔 The Story of Hosea — Love, Betrayal, and God’s Mercy

Part One: God’s Call to Hosea

God called Hosea to be a prophet to Israel during a time of idolatry and rebellion.

But God gave Hosea a personal, symbolic mission:

“Marry a woman who will be unfaithful, and have children who will reflect Israel’s sin.”

This difficult command was meant to show the people how Israel had betrayed God, yet He still loved them.

Part Two: Hosea and Gomer

Hosea married Gomer, a woman who was unfaithful.
She left him and returned to a life of sin, just as Israel had abandoned God.

Hosea’s pain mirrored God’s pain over Israel’s betrayal.
Yet Hosea pursued and forgave her, showing mercy and patience.

This acted as a living lesson:

“Even when My people turn away, I remain faithful and call them back.”

Part Three: God’s Message to Israel

Through Hosea, God spoke clearly:

Idolatry and injustice would bring judgment.
Sin leads to destruction.
Yet God’s love never abandons His people.

“For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings.”

Even after punishment, God promises restoration and renewal.

Part Four: Hope and Restoration

Hosea’s message ends in hope:

Israel will return to God
He will heal their backsliding
God will renew the covenant, bringing life, love, and blessing

“I will betroth you to Me forever; I will betroth you to Me in righteousness, justice, love, and mercy.”

God’s love is persistent, patient, and powerful — a love that does not give up.

Part Five: Lessons from Hosea

Hosea teaches us:

God’s love is steadfast, even when we fail Him
Sin has consequences, but repentance brings restoration
Faithfulness, mercy, and forgiveness are central to our relationship with God

God pursues His people with patience, longing for their return

🦁 The Story of Daniel — Faith in Exile

🦁 The Story of Daniel — Faith in Exile

Part One: Daniel and His Friends in Babylon

Daniel and his three friends — Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego — were taken to Babylon as young men.
They were trained to serve the king, but they refused to compromise their faith:

They did not eat food offered to idols.
They honored God in every decision.

God blessed them with wisdom, understanding, and favor.
Daniel’s ability to interpret dreams amazed the king and revealed God’s power.

Part Two: The Fiery Furnace

King Nebuchadnezzar demanded that everyone bow to a golden image.
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused.

“Our God can save us, but even if He does not, we will not bow to idols.”

They were thrown into a blazing furnace — but God protected them!
A fourth figure, shining like the Son of God, appeared with them, and they emerged unharmed and without even the smell of smoke.

The king praised God for His power.

Part Three: Daniel in the Lion’s Den

Years later, Daniel served under a new king, Darius.
Enemies tricked the king into passing a law forbidding prayer to anyone except the king.

Daniel continued to pray to God three times a day.
He was thrown into a den of lions.

God sent His angel to protect Daniel:

The lions did not harm him
Daniel emerged safe the next morning

The king honored God, declaring:

“He is the living God, enduring forever; His kingdom shall never be destroyed.”

Part Four: God’s Visions and Kingdom

Daniel received visions about the future of nations and God’s eternal kingdom:

God raises and humbles kings
Empires rise and fall
God’s kingdom will last forever, with justice and peace

These visions showed that even in exile, God is in control and His purposes will prevail.

Part Five: Lessons from Daniel

Daniel teaches us:

Faith and obedience bring God’s protection, even in danger
Courage and trust in God can influence kings and nations
God’s kingdom is eternal, even when earthly kingdoms fail
Prayer and integrity sustain believers through trials