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Old Testament Survey 3

Teaching about the Messiah from Isaiah through Malachi

Name Date Course Grade

Session 1: Introduction to the Prophetical Books and Isaiah 1-39 ......................................................... 2 Session 2: Isaiah 40-66 .......................................................................................................................... 5 Session 3: Jeremiah and Lamentations ................................................................................................. 8 Session 4: Ezekiel ................................................................................................................................ 11 Session 5: Daniel .................................................................................................................................. 14 Session 6: Hosea and Joel ................................................................................................................... 17 Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam .......................................................................................... 20 Session 8: Amos and Obadiah ............................................................................................................. 22 Session 9: Jonah and Micah ................................................................................................................ 25 Session 10: Nahum and Habakkuk ...................................................................................................... 28 Session 11: Zephaniah and Haggai ..................................................................................................... 31 Session 12: Zechariah and Malachi ..................................................................................................... 34 Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers ......................................................................... 37 Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam ........................................................................................ 38

Course Description

This course focuses on how to apply and teach the prophetical books of the Old Testament, covering Isaiah through Malachi. Topics include expository preaching, the prophecies of the coming Messiah, justice, judgment, mercy, rebellion, and restoration. Deals with authorship, date, historical context, literary forms, themes, applications, and teaching for life change. Students will create visual projects and applications for leaders.

Required Textbooks

1. Jeremiah Study Bible. Annotated by Dr. David Jeremiah. Worthy Publishing, 2013. CBD 9781936034895

2. Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe. Wiersbe Bible Commentary: Old Testament. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2007. CBD 9780781445405

3. Dr. Harold L. Willmington. Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Wheaton, IL:

Tyndale House, 1997. CBD 9780842381741

4. Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Edited by Charles Draper. Nashville, TN:

Holman Reference, 2003. CBD 9780805428360

Additional Books for Pastors, Leaders, and Advanced Students

5. Dr. Harold L. Willmington, Willmington’s Guide to the Bible. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House, 2011. CBD 9781414329710

6. Holman Book of Biblical Charts, Maps, and Reconstructions. Edited by Marsha A. Ellis Smith. Nashville, TN: Holman Reference, 1993. CBD

Internet Resources 4truth.net * bible.org * blueletterbible.org *

gotquestions.org * helpmewithbiblestudy.org * jeremiahstudybible.com *

www.nextgenleader.net

Professors – Click here to receive the Notes for students by email. The intent of this course is to equip you with the Word of God, to

strengthen your character and integrity, and to develop your relational and servant-leadership skills for the glory of God.

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Session 1: Introduction to the Prophetical Books and Isaiah 1-39

Name Date Points /50

Discuss Observation and Interpretation Questions – 60 minutes

Study Isaiah 1-39 in the Jeremiah Study Bible, Wiersbe Bible Commentary, and Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Explore the resources on “Prophecy” in the Teacher’s Topical Index in the Jeremiah Study Bible and the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. The process of writing develops neural connections and strengthens the brain. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. This assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which comments on Isaiah 1-39 did you find to be most helpful?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Isaiah, Book of”?

3 Study Bible. What is significant in the introduction to the book of Isaiah?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Isaiah?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Punishment in the book of Isaiah?




6 What is the importance of the theme of Messiah in the book of Isaiah?

7 Study Bible. What lessons can we learn from “Names for Messiah”? (Isaiah 9)

8 What lessons can we learn about Christ in Isaiah? (Isaiah 7, 11, 49, 53)

9 Study Bible. Which notes did you find most helpful in “Isaiah 1-39”?

10 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which comments did you find most helpful in “Isaiah 1-39”?

For Advanced Students

1 What ideas in the “Old Testament Notes” or www.jeremiahstudybible.com did you find helpful?


http://www.jeremiahstudybible.com/



Journal Reflections and Applications – 40 minutes

Writing journal reflections is an opportunity to experience life change and develop Christian character. Thinking about what you are learning and discussing how to apply it make learning practical and meaningful. Reflecting on Christian virtues—integrity, honesty, self-control, charity, generosity, diligence, persistence, patience, kindness, compassion, courage, and humility—is a key component of character development.

1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Requests you need to pray? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be grateful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others concerning times of persecution, struggle, suffering, temptation, or trial?

2 How are you going to apply these concepts to your life, family, and ministry to others?

3 How could we as leaders pass on these lessons to current and future leaders?

Group Activity for Advanced Students – 20 minutes

In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills. The group activity is an opportunity for students to display their thinking visually. Displaying thinking brings ideas to life and engages the whole learning team in the creative thinking process. Over 80% of adults are visual and relational learners. This is a key component to creativity, collaboration, cooperation, and team leadership. Students learn better together.




Session 2: Isaiah 40-66



Study Isaiah 40-66 in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Servant of the Lord”?

2 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. What are the key ideas in “Gods, Pagan”?

3 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find to be most helpful?

4 Study Bible. How is the Messiah described in Isaiah 53-54?




5 Study Bible. What lessons can we learn in Isaiah 63?

6 Study Bible. Which notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find most helpful?

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Isaiah 40-66 did you find most helpful?








As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character. Be prepared to discuss these applications in class.





In small groups, students will illustrate what they have learned this session by creating charts, drawings, graphs, mind maps, role-play, skits, or visuals to develop their long-term memory and relational skills.




Session 3: Jeremiah and Lamentations



Study Jeremiah and Lamentations in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Homan Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Jeremiah did you find to be most helpful?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Jeremiah did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant in the introduction of Jeremiah?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Jeremiah?

5 What is the importance of the theme of New hearts in the book of Jeremiah?

6 What is the importance of the theme of Faithful service in the book of Jeremiah?




7 Study Bible. What life lessons can we apply from the life of Jeremiah? (Jeremiah 2)

8 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Jeremiah did you find to be most helpful?

9 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Lamentations did you find to be most helpful?

10 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Lamentations did you find to be most helpful?

11 Study Bible. What is significant in the introduction to the book of Lamentations?

12 What is significant in the outline of the book of Lamentations?

13 What is the importance of the theme of Hope for tomorrow in the book of Lamentations?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Lamentations did you find to be most helpful?








As you think about and write these answers you are increasing your long-term memory that will transform your thoughts, attitudes, and character.









Session 4: Ezekiel



Study Ezekiel in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in “Ezekiel”?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Ezekiel did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant in the introduction to the book of Ezekiel?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Ezekiel?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Leaders in the book of Ezekiel?




6 What is the importance of the theme of Worship in the book of Ezekiel?

7 Study Bible. What life lessons can we apply from the life of Ezekiel? (Ezekiel 3)

8 What lessons can we apply from “Bad Shepherds versus Good Shepherds”? (Ezekiel 34)

9 Study Bible. Which notes on Ezekiel did you find most helpful?

10 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in “Ezekiel”?







Session 5: Daniel



Study Daniel in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Daniel did you find to be most helpful?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Daniel did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Daniel?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Daniel?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Purpose in life in the book of Daniel?

6 What is the importance of the theme of God’s faithfulness in the book of Daniel?




7 Study Bible. What life lessons can we apply from the life of Daniel? (Daniel 2)

8 What life lessons can we apply from the lives of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? (Daniel 3)

9 What life lessons can we apply from the life of Nebuchadnezzar? (Daniel 4)

10 Study Bible. Which notes did you find most helpful?

11 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Daniel did you find to be most helpful?







Session 6: Hosea and Joel



Study Hosea and Joel in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Hosea did you find to be most helpful?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Hosea did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Hosea?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Hosea?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Restoration in the book of Hosea?

6 What life lessons can we apply from “Obedience versus Sacrifices”? (Hosea 7)

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Hosea did you find to be most helpful?




8 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in “Joel”?

9 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Joel did you find to be most helpful?

10 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Joel?

11 What is significant in the outline of the book of Joel?

12 What is the importance of the theme of Forgiveness in the book of Joel?

13 Study Bible. Which notes on Joel did you find most helpful?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Joel?









1 What is God teaching you in this course? Are there things you need to do? Attitudes you need to change? Commands you need to obey? Errors you need to avoid? Examples you need to follow? Leadership principles you need to practice? Promises you need to hold on to? Relationships you need to work on? Resolutions you need to make? Sins you need to confess? Things you need to be thankful for? Truths you need to believe? Lessons you need to share with others?



Group Activity for Students – 20 minutes

Professor will coach students in writing their term papers. Professor will coach students in reviewing for the exam.




Session 7: Study Guide for Midterm Exam


The midterm exam is worth 100 points. The exam is a review of the key applications to develop long-term memory and experience transformational life change. By reviewing the study guides each year students will be able to refresh their memories and retrieve what they have learned.

Applications for Leaders from the Prophetical Books – Part 1

1 What is the key application of Punishment in the book of Isaiah?

2 What is the key application of Messiah in the book of Isaiah?

3 What is the key application of New hearts in the book of Jeremiah?

4 What is the key application of Faithful service in the book of Jeremiah?

5 What is the key application of Hope in the book of Lamentations?

6 What is the key application of Leaders in the book of Ezekiel?




7 What is the key application of Worship in the book of Ezekiel?

8 What is the key application of Purpose in life in the book of Daniel?

9 What is the key application of God’s faithfulness in the book of Daniel?

10 What is the key application of Restoration in the book of Hosea?

11 What is the key application of Forgiveness in the book of Joel?

Group Activity – 60 minutes

After the exam, the professor will coach students in working on term papers. Encourage students to debrief and share what they have learned in the course. Discuss how to recruit new students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Make a list of prospective students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training. Students are encouraged to invite their pastors, church leaders, friends, and family to the next

session. Distribute promotional materials and syllabi for the next courses. Register students and order books for the next course.




Session 8: Amos and Obadiah



Study Amos and Obadiah in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in “Amos”?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Amos did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Amos?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Amos?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Oppressing the poor in the book of Amos?

6 Study Bible. What lessons can we apply from the times and message of Amos?

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Amos?




8 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in Obadiah?

9 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which comments on Obadiah did you find to be most helpful?

10 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Obadiah?

11 What is significant in the outline of the book of Obadiah?

12 What is the importance of the theme of Justice in the book of Obadiah?

13 Study Bible. Which notes on Obadiah did you find most helpful?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which comments did you find most helpful in Obadiah?








Writing journal reflections is an opportunity to experience life change and develop Christian character. Thinking about what you are learning and discussing how to apply it makes learning practical and meaningful. Reflecting on Christian virtues—integrity, honesty, self-control, charity, generosity, diligence, persistence, patience, kindness, compassion, courage, and humility—is a key component of character development.









Session 9: Jonah and Micah



Study Jonah and Micah in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Jonah did you find to be most helpful?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Jonah did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Jonah?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Jonah?

5 What is the importance of the theme of God’s compassion in the book of Jonah?

6 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Jonah did you find to be most helpful?




7 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Micah did you find to be most helpful?

8 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Micah did you find to be most helpful?

9 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Micah?

10 What is significant in the outline of the book of Micah?

11 What is the importance of the theme of The Messiah--King of Peace in the book of Micah?

12 What is the importance of the theme of Pleasing God in the book of Micah?

13 Study Bible. Which notes on Micah did you find to be most helpful?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Micah did you find to be most helpful?




Session 10: Nahum and Habakkuk



Study Nahum and Habakkuk in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in Nahum?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Nahum did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Nahum?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Nahum?

5 What is the importance of the theme of God rules over all the earth in the book of Nahum?

6 Study Bible. What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Nahum?

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Nahum did you find to be most helpful?




8 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Habakkuk did you find to be most helpful?

9 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Habakkuk did you find to be most helpful?

10 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Habakkuk?

11 What is significant in the outline of the book of Habakkuk?

12 What is the importance of the theme of God’s sovereignty and justice in the book of Habakkuk?

13 Study Bible. What life lessons can we apply from the time and message of Habakkuk?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes on Habakkuk did you find to be most helpful?







Session 11: Zephaniah and Haggai



Study Zephaniah and Haggai in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes on Zephaniah did you find to be most helpful?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Zephaniah did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Zephaniah?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Zephaniah?

5 What is the importance of the theme of Indifference to God in the book of Zephaniah?

6 What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Zephaniah?

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Zephaniah?




8 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in Haggai?

9 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Haggai did you find to be most helpful?

10 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Haggai?

11 What is significant in the outline of the book of Haggai?

12 What is the importance of the theme of Right priorities in the book of Haggai?

13 What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Haggai?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Haggai?







Session 12: Zechariah and Malachi



Study Zechariah and Malachi in the Study Bible, the textbooks, and the Notes. Answer the questions before class. Answers should be between 25-50 words. Assignment is worth 50 points.

1 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in Zechariah?

2 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Zechariah did you find to be most helpful?

3 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Zechariah?

4 What is significant in the outline of the book of Zechariah?

5 What is the importance of the theme of God’s protection in the book of Zechariah?

6 What life lessons can we apply from the visions of Zechariah?

7 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Zechariah?




8 Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Which notes did you find to be most helpful in Malachi?

9 Willmington’s Bible Handbook. Which notes on Malachi did you find to be most helpful?

10 Study Bible. What is significant about the introduction to the book of Malachi?

11 What is significant in the outline of the book of Malachi?

12 What is the importance of the theme of The Lord’s coming in the book of Malachi?

13 What life lessons can we apply from the times and message of Malachi?

14 Wiersbe Bible Commentary. Which notes did you find most helpful in Malachi?













Professor will coach students in preparing for student presentations by creating illustrations, charts, or visuals.

Students are encouraged to invite pastors, church leaders, friends, and family to session 13 to watch student presentations.




Session 13: Student Presentations and Term Papers

Student Presentations


Contribute to a group or individual presentation on a sermon from one of the prophetical books. This group project can be a PowerPoint presentation, dramatic skit, role-play, charts, or drawings (15-20 minutes). This will assist student-leaders in developing the creative/critical thinking and teamwork skills essential to effective teaching and servant-leadership.

The presentations are an opportunity for students to learn to work together. Students benefit from group interaction as they communicate, cooperate, and collaborate. The public speaking component of this assignment along with formative feedback helps students gain experience and confidence. Students learn best in professional learning communities.

Term Paper


Type a 10- to 15-page term paper or booklet titled Applications for Leaders from Isaiah through Malachi. Be sure to footnote all the ideas, paraphrases, and direct quotes in your paper, whether from books or the Internet. Text should be double-spaced. Font should be Times New Roman 12. Begin with an introduction and conclude with an application or call for commitment. Include illustrations and charts. This will assist student-leaders in developing the creative/critical thinking and writing skills essential to effective servant-leadership.

Writing is a vital skill in ministry. The term paper is an opportunity for students to enhance their writing skills. The term paper is where students collect the ideas of mentors in books to fully develop and utilize them. Students multiply their ministry as they communicate what they are learning to family, friends, and those they minister to in written form. Writing helps clarify ideas. Studies indicate that students benefit from the opportunity to both write and speak in formal settings. Evaluated writing is a key component of learning, communicating, and leading.

How Term Papers Are Graded Papers of 15 pages and zero errors earn 150 points. Papers of 14 pages and with less than 2 errors earn 140 points. Papers of 13 pages and with less than 3 errors earn 130 points. Papers of 12 pages and with less than 4 errors earn 120 points. Papers of 11 pages and with less than 5 errors earn 110 points. Papers of 10 pages and with less than 6 errors earn 100 points. Papers of 9 pages and with less than 7 errors earn 90 points. Papers of 8 pages and with less than 8 errors earn 80 points. Papers with 8 errors or more earn an NC and need to be resubmitted.


Professor will coach students in preparing for and improving student presentations.

Professor will coach students in reviewing for the final exam.

Professor will coach students in revising the term paper.




Session 14: Study Guide for the Final Exam


The final exam is worth 100 points. The exam is a review of the key applications to develop long-term memory and experience transformational life change. By reviewing the study guides each year students will be able to refresh their memories and retrieve what they have learned.

Applications for Leaders from the Prophetical Books – Part 2

1 What are the key applications of The Poor in the book of Amos?

2 What are the key applications of Justice in the book of Obadiah?

3 What are the key applications of God’s compassion in the book of Jonah?

4 What are the key applications of Pleasing God in the book of Micah?

5 What are the key applications of God rules over all the earth in the book of Nahum?




6 What are the key applications of God’s sovereignty and justice in the book of Habakkuk?

7 What are the key applications of Indifference to God in the book of Zephaniah?

8 What are the key applications of Right priorities in the book of Haggai?

9 What are the key applications of God’s protection in the book of Zechariah?

10 What are the key applications of The Lord’s coming in the book of Malachi?




Course Evaluation and Debriefing

1

What made the course awesome for you? What learning activities did you enjoy most? What assignments were most helpful? How did this course help you experience life transformation?

2

How have you applied what you learned during this course? What difference is it making? How did this course strengthen your relationship with Jesus and fellow believers?

Group Activity – 60 minutes

Encourage students to debrief and share what they have learned in the course.

Discuss how to recruit new students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training.

Make a list of prospective students who would benefit from EBI Leadership Training.

Students are encouraged to invite their pastors, church leaders, and friends to the next course.

Distribute promotional materials and syllabus for the next courses.

Register students and order books for the next course.

Transfer of Credits to Southern California Seminary

Transfer Credits: To transfer credits from Equip Biblical Institute to Southern California Seminary, students must present a complete portfolio. The portfolio consists of the questions, journal reflections, term papers, and exams for each course. Upon successful completion of the courses, students may transfer up to 66 units into the Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies degree. If the portfolio for a course is not complete, the credits may not be transferable.

Transformational Learning Tip: By reviewing this portfolio once a year as part of a commitment to life change, you will exponentially increase your memory and ability to apply this material to your life, family, and ministry. Based on best practices for learning and neural science, key concepts are repeated in multiple courses to support the lifelong learning process.




Purpose of the Prophetical Books

1 Isaiah To call the nation of Judah back to God and to tell of God’s salvation through the Messiah.

2 Jeremiah To urge God’s people to turn from their sins and back to God.

3 Lamentations To teach people that to disobey God is to invite disaster, and to show that God suffers when His people suffer.

4 Ezekiel To announce God’s judgment on Israel and other nations and to foretell the eventual salvation of God’s people.

5 Daniel To give a historical account of the faithful Jews who lived in captivity and to show how God is in control, directing the forces of nature, the destiny of nations, and the care of His people.

6 Hosea To illustrate the love of God for His sinful people. God is depicted as husband, father, lion, leopard, bear, dew, and rain.

7 Joel To warn Judah of God’s impending judgment because of their sins, and to urge them to turn back to God.

8 Amos To pronounce God’s judgment upon Israel, the northern kingdom, for their complacency, idolatry, and oppression of the poor.

9 Obadiah To show that God judges those who have harmed His people.

10 Jonah To show the extent of God’s grace—the message of salvation is for all people.

11 Micah To warn God’s people that judgment is coming and to offer pardon to all who repent.

12 Nahum To pronounce God’s judgment on Nineveh and Assyria and to comfort Judah with this truth.

13 Habakkuk To show that God is still in control of the world despite the apparent triumph of evil as Babylonia is rising to power.

14 Zephaniah To shake the people of Judah out of their complacency and urge them to return to God under King Josiah.

15 Haggai To call the people to complete the rebuilding of the temple after the exile.

16 Zechariah To give hope to God’s people after the exile by revealing God’s future deliverance through the Messiah.

17 Malachi To confront the people with their sins and to restore their relationship with God and their families.




Key Applications of the Prophetical Books – Major Prophets

Book Applications

1 Isaiah Punishment. We must trust in God alone and fulfill His commands. We cannot forsake justice nor give in to selfishness. If we harden our hearts against His message, punishment will surely come to us.

Messiah. God will send the Messiah to save His people. He will set up His own Kingdom as the faithful Prince of Peace, who rules with righteousness. He will come as sovereign Lord, but He will do so as a servant who will die to take away sins.

2 Jeremiah New Hearts. God still transforms people by changing their hearts. His love can eliminate the problems created by sin. We can have assurance of a new heart by loving God, trusting Christ to save us, and repenting of our sin.

Faithful Service. People’s acceptance or rejection of us is not the measure of our success. God’s approval alone should be our standard for service. We must bring God’s message to others even when we are rejected. We must do God’s work even if it means suffering for it.

3 Lamentations Hope. Only God can deliver us from sin. Without Him there is no comfort or hope for the future. Because of Christ’s death for us and His promise to return, we have a bright hope for tomorrow.

4 Ezekiel Leadership. Jesus is our perfect leader. If we truly want Him to lead us, our devotion must be more than talk. If we are given the responsibility of leading others, we must take care of them even if it means sacrificing personal pleasure, happiness, time, or money. We are responsible for those we lead.

Worship. All of God’s promises will be fulfilled under the rule of the Messiah. The faithful followers will be restored to perfect fellowship with God and with one another. To be prepared for this time, we must focus on God. We do this through regular worship. Through worship we learn about God’s holiness and the changes we must make in how we live.

5 Daniel Purpose in Life. It is wise to make trusting and obeying God alone our true purpose in life. This will give us direction and peace in spite of the circumstances or consequences. We should disobey anyone who asks us to disobey God. Our first allegiance must be to God.

God’s Faithfulness. We can trust God to be with us through any trial. Because He has been faithful to us, we should remain faithful to Him.




Key Applications of the Prophetical Books – Minor Prophets

Book Applications

1 Hosea Restoration. There is still hope for those who turn back to God. No loyalty, achievement, or honor can be compared to loving Him. Turn to the Lord while the offer is still good. No matter how far you have strayed, God is willing to forgive you.

2 Joel Forgiveness. Forgiveness comes by turning from sin and turning toward God. It is not too late to receive God’s forgiveness. God’s greatest desire is for you to come to Him.

3 Amos The Poor. God made all people; therefore, to ignore the poor is to ignore those whom God loves and whom Christ came to save. We must go beyond feeling bad for the poor and oppressed. We must act compassionately to stop injustice and to help care for those in need.

4 Obadiah Justice. God will judge and fiercely punish all who harm His people. We can be confident in God’s final victory. He is our champion, and we can trust Him to bring about true justice.

5 Jonah God’s Compassion. God loves each of us, even when we fail Him. But He also loves other people, including those not of our group, background, race, or denomination. When we accept His love, we must also learn to accept all those whom He loves. We will find it much easier to love others when we truly love God.

6 Micah Pleasing God. Micah preached that God’s greatest desire was not the offering of sacrifices at the Temple. God delights in faith that produces justice, love for others, and obedience to Him.

7 Nahum God Rules. If you are impressed by or afraid of any weapons, armies, or powerful people, remember that God alone can truly rescue you from fear or oppression. We must place our confidence in God because He alone rules all of history, all the earth, and our life.

8 Habakkuk God’s Sovereignty. God is still in control of this world in spite of the apparent triumph of evil. God doesn’t overlook sin. One day He will rule the whole earth with perfect justice.

9 Zephaniah Indifference to God. Do not let material comfort be a barrier to your commitment to God. Prosperity can lead to an attitude of proud self-sufficiency. We need to admit that money will not save us and that we cannot save ourselves. Only God can save us.

10 Haggai Right Priorities. It is easy to make other priorities more important than doing God’s work. But God wants us to follow through and build up His Kingdom. Don’t stop and don’t make excuses. Set your heart on what is right and do it. Get your priorities straight.

11 Zechariah God’s Protection. Although evil is still present, God’s infinite love and personal care have been demonstrated through the centuries. God keeps His promises. Although our bodies may be destroyed, we need never fear our ultimate destiny if we love and obey Him.

12 Malachi The Lord’s Coming. God’s love for His faithful people is demonstrated by the Messiah’s coming. The Messiah will lead His people to the realization of all their fondest hopes. The day of the Lord’s coming will be a day of comfort and healing for a faithful few, and a day of judgment for those who reject Him.


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