The Revelation 2025

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

🌟 The Story of Matthew — The Life and Teachings of Jesus

🌟 The Story of Matthew — The Life and Teachings of Jesus

Part One: The Birth of Jesus

Matthew begins with Jesus’ family line, showing He is the promised Messiah, a descendant of Abraham and King David.

“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”

Mary, a young woman, miraculously becomes pregnant by the Holy Spirit
Joseph, her husband, obeys God’s angel and protects the child
Jesus is born in Bethlehem, fulfilling centuries-old prophecies

Part Two: Wise Visitors and Escape to Egypt

Wise men from the East, called Magi, follow a star to worship Jesus.
King Herod, feeling threatened, seeks to destroy Him, but God guides Joseph to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt, keeping Him safe.

“Out of Egypt I called My Son.”

Jesus’ early life shows God’s protection and faithfulness to His plan.

Part Three: John the Baptist and Jesus’ Baptism

As Jesus grows, John the Baptist calls people to repentance and prepares the way:

“Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.”

Jesus comes to be baptized by John, and God’s voice declares:

“This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”

The Spirit descends like a dove
Jesus begins His public ministry

Part Four: Teachings and Miracles

Jesus travels throughout Galilee, teaching and healing:

The Sermon on the Mount teaches love, mercy, humility, and obedience
He heals the sick, gives sight to the blind, and calms storms
Parables reveal truths about God’s kingdom: a mustard seed, hidden treasure, lost sheep

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.”

His words and actions show God’s love, power, and kingdom coming to earth.

Part Five: Conflict and Fulfillment of Prophecy

Religious leaders grow jealous and plot against Him.
Jesus continues to teach, knowing that His mission is to save people from sin.
He fulfills Old Testament prophecies, showing He is the Messiah:

He is rejected by many
He teaches with authority
He demonstrates God’s kingdom through miracles and compassion

Part Six: Lessons from Matthew

Matthew teaches us:

Jesus is the promised Messiah and Savior
God’s plan is perfect and fulfilled in Christ
Repentance, faith, and obedience bring us into God’s kingdom
Jesus’ life shows God’s love, mercy, and power in action

🔔 The Story of Malachi — Faithfulness and the Coming Savior

🔔 The Story of Malachi — Faithfulness and the Coming Savior

Part One: God Speaks to His People

Malachi begins by reminding Israel that God loves them, even when they forget Him:

“I have loved you,” says the Lord.

Yet the people had become complacent and disobedient:

Priests offered imperfect sacrifices
People were unfaithful in marriage
They ignored God’s commands

God spoke through Malachi to call them back to faithfulness.

Part Two: Warning Against Disobedience

God warned the people about the consequences of sin:

Tithes and offerings are not to be neglected
The wicked will face judgment
Those who live dishonestly will be held accountable

“You have wearied the Lord with your words… ‘How have we wearied Him?’”

Faithfulness matters in every part of life — work, worship, and relationships.

Part Three: Promise of a Messenger

Malachi also pointed to the coming Messiah:

A messenger would prepare the way for the Lord
God would bring justice, healing, and salvation
The faithful would be purified and strengthened

“See, I will send the messenger who prepares the way before Me, and the Lord you are seeking will suddenly come to His temple.”

This prophecy points directly to John the Baptist and Jesus Christ.

Part Four: Hope and Encouragement

God encourages His people:

Remember His love and faithfulness
Obedience brings blessing
Trust that He will come to set things right

“He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents.”

Even in difficult times, God’s plan for redemption and restoration is certain.

Part Five: Lessons from Malachi

Malachi teaches us:

God desires faithfulness and obedience
Sin has consequences, but God calls us to return to Him
God promises a messenger and the coming Savior
God’s love and justice bring hope for the future

With Malachi, the Old Testament ends, pointing forward to Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of God’s promises and the Savior of the world.

🌅 The Story of Zechariah — Visions, Hope, and the Coming Savior

🌅 The Story of Zechariah — Visions, Hope, and the Coming Savior

Part One: A Call to Repentance and Renewal

Zechariah spoke to the people after they returned from exile.
God encouraged them to:

Turn from sin
Obey His commands
Finish rebuilding the temple

“Return to Me, declares the Lord Almighty, and I will return to you.”

God promised that repentance brings restoration and blessing.

Part Two: Visions of God’s Glory

Zechariah received eight visions, full of symbolic images:

Horses and riders representing God’s protection
A man measuring Jerusalem, showing God’s plan for restoration
A golden lampstand and olive trees symbolizing God’s Spirit
A flying scroll warning of sin and injustice

These visions encouraged the people to trust God’s plan and remain faithful.

Part Three: The Coming Messiah

Zechariah also prophesied about the Messiah:

A humble king would come, riding on a donkey
He would bring peace, salvation, and justice
He would be pierced, yet through Him, God’s kingdom would triumph

“Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey.”

These words point directly to Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.

Part Four: God’s Comfort and Protection

Zechariah reminded the people that:

God’s Spirit strengthens and protects them
He will purify and cleanse His people
Even in times of difficulty, God’s plan cannot be stopped

“I am going to bring My servant, the Branch.”

Faith in God brings hope, courage, and victory.

Part Five: Lessons from Zechariah

Zechariah teaches us:

Repentance and obedience restore our relationship with God
God’s Spirit guides, strengthens, and protects His people
God promises a coming Savior, who brings peace and justice
Even when life is challenging, God’s plan is perfect and unstoppable

Monday, November 24, 2025

🏛️ The Story of Haggai — Rebuilding and Putting God First

🏛️ The Story of Haggai — Rebuilding and Putting God First

Part One: A Call to Action

The people of Judah had returned from Babylonian exile, but the temple lay in ruins.
They had been focused on building their own homes and neglecting God’s house.

God spoke through Haggai:

“Is it a time for you to dwell in your paneled houses, while this house remains in ruins?”

God urged the people to put Him first and rebuild the temple.

Part Two: God’s Promise of Blessing

Haggai encouraged the people with hope:

Obedience brings God’s blessing
Rebuilding the temple would honor God and bring prosperity
Even small beginnings, done faithfully, are meaningful

“Consider your ways… I am with you, declares the Lord.”

God promised to fill the temple with glory greater than before, pointing to His enduring presence.

Part Three: Strength and Encouragement

Haggai told the leaders and people:

Be strong and work diligently
Trust that God will provide the strength and resources needed
God’s blessing comes to those who serve Him faithfully

“Be strong, all you people of the land,” declares the Lord, “work, for I am with you.”

Faithful effort with God’s guidance leads to success and joy.

Part Four: Lessons from Haggai

Haggai teaches us:

God desires to be first in our lives
Obedience and action honor God and bring His blessing
God’s presence strengthens and equips us for the work He calls us to

Even small, faithful beginnings can lead to great outcomes

🌋 The Story of Zephaniah — Judgment and Hope

🌋 The Story of Zephaniah — Judgment and Hope

Part One: Warning of Judgment

Zephaniah spoke during a time when Judah had turned from God:

Idolatry was widespread
Leaders and people acted wickedly
God’s people forgot His commands

Zephaniah proclaimed:

“The Lord will sweep away everything on the face of the earth… the Lord will bring distress on all people.”

God’s judgment was certain, and even the proud and powerful could not escape His hand.

Part Two: Call to Seek the Lord

Even as he warned of punishment, Zephaniah called the people to repentance and humility:

“Seek the Lord, all you humble of the land, who do His commands; seek righteousness, seek humility.”

God invites those who turn to Him to find protection and favor.

Part Three: The Promise of Restoration

Zephaniah also gave a message of hope:

God would restore His people
The faithful would rejoice in His presence
God’s love would bring joy, peace, and salvation

“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”

Even after judgment, God’s mercy brings renewal.

Part Four: Lessons from Zephaniah

Zephaniah teaches us:

God sees sin and will bring justice
Humility, repentance, and obedience bring protection and favor
God’s mercy follows judgment, offering hope and restoration
Joy and salvation come to those who trust and seek God

🌪️ The Story of Habakkuk — Questions, Faith, and Trust in God

🌪️ The Story of Habakkuk — Questions, Faith, and Trust in God

Part One: The Prophet’s Complaint

Habakkuk lived in a time of violence and injustice.
He asked God a bold question:

“Lord, how long shall I call for help, and You will not listen? Why do You allow evil and injustice to prevail?”

Habakkuk’s honesty shows that it’s okay to bring our doubts and frustrations to God.

Part Two: God’s Answer

God responded:

He would use the Babylonians, a cruel nation, to bring judgment
The wicked would be punished in His time
His plan is just and wise, even when it’s hard to understand

“The righteous shall live by his faith.”

God reminded Habakkuk that faith and trust are stronger than understanding every detail.

Part Three: Habakkuk’s Prayer

Even as he awaited God’s plan, Habakkuk prayed with hope:

He praised God for His works, wisdom, and power
He remembered God’s faithfulness in the past
He committed to trust and rejoice in God, no matter what came

“Though the fig tree does not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines… yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.”

Faith is not based on circumstances, but on God’s character.

Part Four: Lessons from Habakkuk

Habakkuk teaches us:

It’s okay to question God, but trust His wisdom
Faith sustains us when life is confusing or hard
God’s justice and plans are perfect, even if delayed
Rejoicing and trusting God is possible even in suffering

🔥 The Story of Nahum — God’s Justice Against Nineveh

🔥 The Story of Nahum — God’s Justice Against Nineveh

Part One: A Message of Judgment

Nahum prophesied against Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, known for cruelty and oppression.

“The Lord is a jealous and avenging God; the Lord takes vengeance and is filled with wrath.”

The city had terrorized other nations, including Israel, and God promised that their time of punishment had come.

Part Two: The Fall of the Wicked

Nahum described Nineveh’s destruction vividly:

Walls broken
Soldiers defeated
People fleeing in fear

God’s power is unmatched, and no nation can escape His justice.

“The shields of the soldiers are red; the warriors are clothed in scarlet.”

God ensures that evil is punished, and oppression is not left unchecked.

Part Three: Comfort for God’s People

Though Nahum’s message is one of judgment, it also brings comfort to those who trust God:

Israel could see that God protects the faithful
Oppressors would not prevail forever
God’s justice reassures His people

“The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him.”

Even in difficult times, God is a stronghold for those who rely on Him.

Part Four: Lessons from Nahum

Nahum teaches us:

God is just and punishes wickedness
Oppression and cruelty will not go unnoticed
God is a refuge and protector for those who trust Him
Justice and mercy are both expressions of God’s character