IRTWBEY365 (I Read The Whole Bible Every Year Podcast)

In Luke chapters 1-16, we witness the birth and early life of Jesus Christ, as well as the beginning of His ministry. The chapters include significant events such as the angelic announcements to Zechariah and Mary, the birth of John the Baptist and Jesus in Bethlehem, and Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist.

As Jesus enters His public ministry, He performs miracles, teaches parables, and calls disciples. We see examples of His compassion, as He heals the sick, dines with sinners, and reaches out to the marginalized. The chapters also contain valuable teachings on topics like forgiveness, humility, and the cost of discipleship.

Throughout these chapters, there is a focus on the theme of God's mercy, His willingness to reach out to the lost, and the importance of faith and trust in God's plan. The narrative highlights the central message of the Gospel, which is the coming of the Kingdom of God through Jesus Christ.

Join us on a transformative journey through the Gospel of John, from chapters 13 to 21. In "Intimate Knowledge: Journeying with Jesus," we explore the final days of Jesus' earthly ministry, His teachings, and the profound moments leading up to His crucifixion and resurrection. As we anticipate His return, we delve deep into the scriptures to uncover the timeless truths that bring us closer to Christ. Each episode is a step toward knowing Jesus more intimately, reflecting on His love, humility, and the significance of the Holy Spirit. Come, let's walk this path together and draw nearer to our Savior.

Summary of John Chapters 1-12

Alright, now let's dive into the story John weaves in the first twelve chapters of his Gospel. It's a tale filled with wonder, transformation, and some remarkable moments.

Chapter 1 kicks things off with a cosmic perspective, describing Jesus as the very Word of God who took on human form. John the Baptist makes his entrance, preparing the way for Jesus.

Then, things get interesting in chapters 2 to 4. Jesus performs his first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana. He shows his righteous anger by cleansing the Temple in Jerusalem. We also meet Nicodemus, who learns about being "born again," and the Samaritan woman at the well, who discovers Jesus as the Messiah.

As we move into chapters 5 to 8, the miracles keep coming. Jesus heals a man at the Pool of Bethesda and miraculously feeds a multitude with just a few loaves and fish. He drops some profound "I am" sayings, like "I am the bread of life" and "I am the light of the world." Plus, there's that powerful story of the adulterous woman and Jesus' incredible forgiveness.

Chapters 9 to 12 take us through more incredible moments. Jesus heals a man born blind, shedding light on spiritual blindness too. He gives us the heartwarming Good Shepherd discourse and stuns everyone by raising Lazarus from the dead. Then, we have the grand Palm Sunday entrance into Jerusalem, Greeks seeking to meet Jesus, and the Last Supper, including that memorable scene of Jesus washing his disciples' feet. But there's tension too, with Judas' betrayal and Peter's heartbreaking denial of Jesus.

These chapters read like a thrilling saga, setting the stage for the ultimate climax: Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, which we'll explore in the upcoming episodes of our podcast. So, stick around for the next installment of this incredible story!

The Book of Mark is one of the four Gospels in the New Testament of the Bible, and it provides a fast-paced and concise account of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. It is believed to be the earliest Gospel written, likely around 70-75 AD.

Mark begins with the ministry of John the Baptist, who prepares the way for Jesus. Jesus is baptized by John and then embarks on a public ministry, performing miracles and teaching about the Kingdom of God. Mark emphasizes Jesus' authority and power, showcasing His ability to heal the sick, cast out demons, and calm storms.

The central theme of the book is the identity of Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God. Mark highlights the gradual revelation of this truth to His disciples. Along the way, Jesus faces opposition from religious leaders, who ultimately conspire to have Him crucified.

The Gospel of Mark culminates in the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. He is arrested, tried, and crucified on a Roman cross, but on the third day, He rises from the dead, demonstrating His victory over sin and death.

Mark's Gospel is known for its brevity and action-oriented style, focusing on the deeds of Jesus rather than lengthy discourses. It ends with the Great Commission, where Jesus instructs His disciples to spread the Gospel to all nations.

This Gospel serves as a foundational text for Christians, providing insight into the life and mission of Jesus and emphasizing the importance of faith and discipleship. It is a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the Christian faith and the life of Jesus Christ.

The Book of Mark is one of the four Gospels in the New Testament of the Bible, and it provides a fast-paced and concise account of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. It is believed to be the earliest Gospel written, likely around 70-75 AD.

Mark begins with the ministry of John the Baptist, who prepares the way for Jesus. Jesus is baptized by John and then embarks on a public ministry, performing miracles and teaching about the Kingdom of God. Mark emphasizes Jesus' authority and power, showcasing His ability to heal the sick, cast out demons, and calm storms.

The central theme of the book is the identity of Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God. Mark highlights the gradual revelation of this truth to His disciples. Along the way, Jesus faces opposition from religious leaders, who ultimately conspire to have Him crucified.

The Gospel of Mark culminates in the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. He is arrested, tried, and crucified on a Roman cross, but on the third day, He rises from the dead, demonstrating His victory over sin and death.

Mark's Gospel is known for its brevity and action-oriented style, focusing on the deeds of Jesus rather than lengthy discourses. It ends with the Great Commission, where Jesus instructs His disciples to spread the Gospel to all nations.

This Gospel serves as a foundational text for Christians, providing insight into the life and mission of Jesus and emphasizing the importance of faith and discipleship. It is a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the Christian faith and the life of Jesus Christ.

You can explore various aspects of Mark's Gospel in your podcast, such as its distinctive features, key themes, and its significance in the context of the New Testament.


Certainly! Here's a brief character study on Mark:

Name: Mark (Also known as John Mark)

Background:
- Mark was a significant figure in early Christianity, often referred to as John Mark in some biblical texts.
- He was a Jewish Christian and a cousin of Barnabas, another prominent figure in the early church.
- Mark is believed to have grown up in Jerusalem and was possibly present during some of Jesus' ministry.

Key Traits and Contributions:
1. Authorship: Mark is traditionally attributed as the author of the Gospel of Mark, one of the four Gospels in the New Testament. His Gospel is known for its concise and action-oriented style, focusing on the deeds of Jesus.

2. Disciple and Companion: Mark is mentioned in the New Testament as a disciple of Jesus and played a role in some significant events. For example, he is thought to be the young man who fled naked during Jesus' arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane (Mark 14:51-52).

3. Ministry and Missionary Work: Mark accompanied the apostle Paul and his cousin Barnabas on their first missionary journey but left them in Pamphylia, causing a dispute between Paul and Barnabas. Despite this, Mark later proved himself valuable in ministry, as evidenced by Paul's positive mention of him in later epistles (e.g., Colossians 4:10, 2 Timothy 4:11).

4. Growth as a Leader: Mark's journey from early setbacks to becoming a trusted companion of prominent Christian figures demonstrates personal growth and resilience.

5. Gospel Contribution: Mark's Gospel, while the shortest of the four Gospels, provides a unique perspective on the life and ministry of Jesus, emphasizing His authority and power. Mark's writing style is noted for its vivid storytelling and focus on Jesus' actions.

In summary, Mark was an important figure in early Christianity known for his role as the author of the Gospel of Mark and as a disciple and companion of Jesus and prominent apostles like Paul and Barnabas. His journey reflects personal growth and resilience, and his Gospel continues to be a valuable resource for Christians worldwide.

The book of Matthew, chapters 6-28, provides a comprehensive account of the life, teachings, and ministry of Jesus Christ. In these chapters, Jesus imparts invaluable wisdom on prayer, giving, and the importance of seeking God's kingdom. He teaches profound lessons about judgment, compassion, and the Golden Rule. Throughout His ministry, Jesus performs numerous miracles, healing the sick, calming storms, and even raising the dead, all of which affirm His divine authority.
As the narrative unfolds, Jesus confronts religious leaders and challenges traditional interpretations, emphasizing the importance of sincere faith over rituals. He predicts His own crucifixion and resurrection, which ultimately come to pass. The book culminates with His arrest, crucifixion, burial, and triumphant resurrection, pivotal events in Christianity. Jesus commissions His disciples to spread His message to the world, promising His enduring presence with them. In these chapters, the book of Matthew paints a vivid portrait of Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God, whose teachings and redemptive sacrifice continue to shape the Christian faith.

Tune in for valuable lessons from these chapters.

Zechariah prophecies, encourage people to remain faithful to God, and emphasize the role of His Spirit, and accomplishing his plans. They provide hope for the restoration of Jerusalem, the return of the exiles, and the promise of a future Messiah, who will bring salvation and deliverance.

Summary Nehemiah 1-3

Nehemiah chapter 1: Nehemiah is a book all about leadership – something we obviously need today.
Nehemiah got the news about Jerusalem and his immediate reaction was extreme. He didn’t just feel bad for Jerusalem and its people; right away, there was no strength in his legs and he began to weep and to mourn. God was going to use Nehemiah to do something about this situation. But first, God did something in Nehemiah. Any great work of God begins with God doing a great work in somebody. Nehemiah also had a clear understanding of whom he fasted and prayed to. There are many “gods” people trust in but only the God of heaven can really meet our needs
Prayer is essential to leadership. If your vision is so big that only God can accomplish it, then you obviously must pray. If prayer isn’t absolutely necessary to accomplish your vision, your goal isn’t big enough. Nehemiah took his pain and stress to God in prayer – and seemingly, was able to leave it there. Prayer will relieve your stress. You may be trying to relieve stress through entertainment, but all that does is divert your attention. Entertainment doesn’t give any solutions to stress. Prayer will give you strength; I pray, LORD God of heaven: Humility begins by simply understanding there is a God enthroned in the heavens, and I am not Him. Nehemiah recognized exactly who God is, describing Him with many magnificent titles: LORD God of heaven, O great and awesome God, You who keep Your covenant and mercy with those who love You. Nehemiah concluded by asking God to bless him when he would soon speak to the king of Persia about the matter. Nehemiah was going to do something about the tragic state of Jerusalem’s walls and people, and he knew that without God’s intervention, he could do nothing.

Nehemiah Chapter 2: The last verse of Nehemiah 1 told us that Nehemiah was the king’s cupbearer – a significant position in any ancient royal court.
Nehemiah understood it was not his place to change the king’s heart. He prayed and left it up to the LORD, instead of dropping hints and trying to manipulate the situation. Then one day, four months later, the king’s heart was different. Are we making the mistake of trying to change someone else’s heart, instead of leaving it up to the LORD to do it?
Nehemiah explained why he was sad. Jerusalem was a destroyed, disgraced city.
Nehemiah prayed and God answered his prayers by touching the heart of the King and granting it's request though they were opposition but God made everything go smoothly just because of the prayer which Nehemiah already did

Nehemiah chapter 3:Nehemiah 3 is all about work – how individuals pitched in and did the work together, coordinated and led by Nehemiah.

Nehemiah 12-13 highlights the importance of unity, faithfulness to God’s laws, recognition of divine guidance and maintaining the sanity of religious spaces.

Ezekiel chapter 1
Ezekiel was in exile in Babylon when he saw a vision from God. From a windstorm comes four creatures human form but with four faces each and four wings .These heavenly creatures look dazzling . Later in the chapter , Ezekiel saw the high above the throne was a figure of man "I saw that from what appeared to be his waist up he looked like glowing metal, as if full of fire, and that from there down he looked like fire; and brilliant light surrounded him. Like the appearance of a rainbow in the clouds on a rainy day, so was the radiance around him. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the Lord. When I saw it, I fell facedown, and I heard the voice of one speaking.
Ezekiel 1:27 - 28

Ezekiel chapter 2
The magnificent figure spoke to Ezekiel. As he spoke, the Spirit came into me and raised me to my feet, and I heard him speaking to me.
Ezekiel 2:2
He said: “Son of man, I am sending you to the Israelites, to a rebellious nation that has rebelled against me; they and their ancestors have been in revolt against me to this very day.
Ezekiel 2:3 NIV
He was told not to be afraid of them though they are obstinate and stubborn. God told him he should deliver His message to them as it is.
Ezekiel was given a scroll to eat ;
But you, son of man, listen to what I say to you. Do not rebel like that rebellious people; open your mouth and eat what I give you.” which he unrolled before me. On both sides of it were written words of lament and mourning and woe.
Ezekiel 2:8 , 10


Ezekiel chapter 3
Ezekiel was instructed to eat the scroll. After eating it Ezekiel said it tasted like honey.
He then said to me: “Son of man, go now to the people of Israel and speak my words to them.
Ezekiel 3:4 NIV
He was again told to be strong and courageous.
Ezekiel was tasked to be a watchman for the people of Israel .
"When I say to a wicked person, ‘You will surely die,’ and you do not warn them or speak out to dissuade them from their evil ways in order to save their life, that wicked person will die for their sin, and I will hold you accountable for their blood. But if you do warn the wicked person and they do not turn from their wickedness or from their evil ways, they will die for their sin; but you will have saved yourself."
Ezekiel 3:18 - 19

Ezekiel chapter 4
Ezekiel was instructed to draw Jerusalem on a block of clay.
He will build a seige around it signifying the attack coming on Jerusalem .
Ezekiel was to lie on his sides for a number of days. He was told to eat rationed food to symbolise what will happen to Israel .
He then said to me: “Son of man, I am about to cut off the food supply in Jerusalem. The people will eat rationed food in anxiety and drink rationed water in despair, for food and water will be scarce. They will be appalled at the sight of each other and will waste away because of their sin.
Ezekiel 4:16 - 17

Lessons :
God wants his people to give him their whole . Living in obedience to God's commandment attracts his great favour. He is our loving father who we should serve whole heartedly.
Also , we should preach the gospel .

Lamentations 4-5
In Lamentations Chapter 4, the focus is on the devastating consequences of the siege and destruction of Jerusalem. It begins with vivid descriptions of the city's desolation and the suffering of its people. The once-prosperous city is now deserted, its prominent citizens reduced to beggars. It reflects on how the sins of the people have led to this tragedy, and the severity of God's judgment upon them.

The text also highlights the suffering of children, who are starving and dying due to the famine resulting from the siege. The situation is so dire that even the most compassionate mothers are driven to unthinkable acts to survive. It laments the loss of the Temple and the sacred vessels, acknowledging the severity of God's anger and the absence of divine protection.

Chapter 5:
Lamentations Chapter 5 is a heartfelt communal plea to God for restoration and mercy. The people are broken and desperate, expressing their feelings of abandonment by God. They recount the humiliation and oppression they have suffered at the hands of their enemies. The once proud and respected nation has been reduced to a state of humiliation and shame.

In their lament, the people acknowledge their ancestors' sins and ask for God's forgiveness and restoration. They plead with God to remember His covenant with their forefathers and to show them compassion once again. The chapter ends with a desperate call for God to turn His people back to Him, recognizing that only through His mercy can they find true redemption and restoration.

Lamentations 3 records Jeremiah's lamentation for the destruction of Jerusalem from the perspective of the people of Judah. In Lamentations 3:1–18 we learn how the wicked people of Judah described their relationship with God.
Lamentations 3 also brutally honest about pain. We see Jeremiah in lament, saying, “I have forgotten what happiness is; so I say, 'My endurance has perished; so has my hope from the Lord.” Jeremiah is honest about his circumstances and the way he feels.
Lesson
I understood that no matter what he felt, God is good. You can always count on the Lord to give fresh mercies every day. Regardless of what happened yesterday, God is willing to start fresh with mercy and grace today.

The cry for Jerusalem

Summary Jeremiah 51 - 52

Jeremiah 51: The prophecy of Jeremiah continues from the previous chapter. In what was probably a collection of prophecies against Babylon collected together, God announced His coming judgment against the empire that Yahweh Himself used to bring judgment against Judah. God used the picture of a destroying wind that would winnow Babylon as grain is processed, with a wind blowing away the useless chaff. They would utterly destroy all her army. God’s judgment upon Babylon would be one display of the truth that He had not forsaken His people, but would bring judgment against those who conquered them. His people had sinned, but they were not forsaken of God.
It is never good to remain in a place that is a target of God’s judgment. Because Babylon’s fall was sure, it was best to flee to save one’s life.
The right standing of God’s people was revealed in the eventual judgment of Babylon. This showed that it was not merely a matter of Babylon’s gods being mightier than Yahweh. The eventual judgment of Babylon showed that Yahweh was in control; that He used Babylon as it pleased Him and judged them when it pleased Him. This was a kind of a justification of God’s people and a revelation of their righteousness and of the work of the LORD our God. God’s judgment against Babylon was in part because they destroyed the temple Solomon had built unto the LORD. It was a strange process, repeated often through history. Jeremiah gave a copy of the prophecy to Seriah because he did not go to Babylon himself. Jeremiah ended his days in Egypt.

Jeremiah Chapter 52: Tells us more of the evil of Zedekiah, specifically that he did not listen to Jeremiah or other messengers of God. Instead, he mocked and disregarded the message. He was not willing to listen to God’s word through Jeremiah; he broke an oath made in Yahweh’s name as a vassal of Babylon, he was unrepentant and failed to restrain leaders and priests from defiling the temple with the reintroduction of idolatrous practices.” God’s patience and longsuffering had finally run its course and He allowed – even prompted – the Babylonian conquest of the Kingdom of Judah. Jeremiah tells us that there were many false prophets in those days who preached a message of victory and triumph to Zedekiah, and he believed them instead of Jeremiah and other godly prophets like him. Therefore, he rebelled against the king of Babylon. At this desperate point for Judah at the siege of Jerusalem, Zedekiah made a last-chance effort to escape the grip of the nearly-completely successful siege. They planned a secret break through the city walls and the siege lines of the Babylonians, using a diversionary tactic. This was a considerable distance from Jerusalem. Zedekiah probably thought that his strategy was successful, and that he had escaped the judgment that prophets such as Jeremiah had promised. Yet God’s word was demonstrated to be true and he was captured in the plains of Jericho.

Jer 45—58 Summary

Chapter 46 contains a prophecy against Egypt. Jeremiah proclaims that Egypt will be defeated by Babylon, highlighting the impending judgment that will come upon the nation. God promises to bring punishment upon Egypt and its idols, demonstrating His sovereignty over all nations.

Chapter 47 delivers a prophecy specifically against the Philistines. Jeremiah warns the Philistines of their impending destruction, as Babylon's invasion will bring devastation upon them. The chapter describes the devastating impact of Babylon's conquest on the Philistine cities and their inhabitants.

Chapter 48 focuses on the judgment against Moab. Jeremiah pronounces the downfall and humiliation of Moab due to their pride, arrogance, and mistreatment of others. The prophecy foretells the destruction that will befall Moab, emphasizing their punishment for their rebellion against God. Jeremiah mourns over the devastation of Moab and expresses sorrow for their downfall.

In these chapters, the messages of judgment continue as Jeremiah delivers prophetic warnings to various nations. The prophecies reveal the consequences of pride, idolatry, and disobedience, while also emphasizing the sovereignty, justice, and authority of God over all nations. The chapters serve as a reminder of God's righteous judgment and the need for repentance and obedience to avoid His wrath.

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Jeremiah 40
Prophet Jeremiah was set free by Nebuzaradan the commander of the imperial guard. He had asked Jeremiah to come with him to Babylon if he chooses to .
[5] However, before Jeremiah turned to go, Nebuzaradan added, “Go back to Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, whom the king of Babylon has appointed over the towns of Judah, and live with him among the people, or go anywhere else you please.” Then the commander gave him provisions and a present and let him go.
Gedaliah the appointed leader of the remnants in Judah started attracting Jews from far and wide.
Jeremiah 40:8
[8] they came to Gedaliah at Mizpah—Ishmael son of Nethaniah, Johanan and Jonathan the sons of Kareah, Seraiah son of Tanhumeth, the sons of Ephai the Netophathite, and Jaazaniah the son of the Maakathite, and their men.
Meanwhile ; Jeremiah 40:14
[13] Johanan son of Kareah and all the army officers still in the open country came to Gedaliah at Mizpah [14] and said to him, “Don’t you know that Baalis king of the Ammonites has sent Ishmael son of Nethaniah to take your life?” But Gedaliah son of Ahikam did not believe them.
Johanan even asked Gedaliah the permission to go and kill Ishmael but Gedaliah didn't approve .

Jeremiah 41
Ishmael succeeded in assassinating Gedaliah. He came with ten men to visit Gedaliah. He murdered him and all the men with him. Ishmael also killed seventy out of eighty men who came bringing grain offering and incense to the house of God in Shiloh.
Jeremiah 41:10
[10] Ishmael made captives of all the rest of the people who were in Mizpah—the king’s daughters along with all the others who were left there, over whom Nebuzaradan commander of the imperial guard had appointed Gedaliah son of Ahikam. Ishmael son of Nethaniah took them captive and set out to cross over to the Ammonites.
Johanan later got wind of the assassination of Gedaliah ,He came with his army officers and attacked Ismael who later escaped .

Jeremiah 42
Johanan with the army officers and the people recovered from Ishmael came to Jeremiah to ask instructions from the Lord on where to go and what to do .
Ten days later , the Lord spoke to Jeremiah warning the Jews not to move away from the land .
Jeremiah 42:10 - 12
[10] ‘If you stay in this land, I will build you up and not tear you down; I will plant you and not uproot you, for I have relented concerning the disaster I have inflicted on you. [11] Do not be afraid of the king of Babylon, whom you now fear. Do not be afraid of him, declares the Lord, for I am with you and will save you and deliver you from his hands. [12] I will show you compassion so that he will have compassion on you and restore you to your land.’
However if they go away , Jeremiah 42:16
[16] then the sword you fear will overtake you there, and the famine you dread will follow you into Egypt, and there you will die.

Jeremiah 43
The people refused to heed the word of God spoken by Jeremiah. They called him a liar and decided to head for Egypt. They took everyone including Jeremiah with them. . Jeremiah 43:7
[7] So they entered Egypt in disobedience to the Lord and went as far as Tahpanhes.
At Tahpanhes God instructed Jeremiah to bury large stones on clay brick pavement at the entrance of Pharaoh's Temple.
God promised to bring Nebuchadnezzar to destroy Egypt .

Jeremiah 44
The Lord continued the pronouncement of destruction on Egypt. Jeremiah 44:1
[1] This word came to Jeremiah concerning all the Jews living in Lower Egypt—in Migdol, Tahpanhes and Memphis—and in Upper Egypt:
God said the same destruction they witnessed in jerusalem will also become of them in Egypt. This was ...
Jeremiah 44:3
[3] because of the evil they have done. They aroused my anger by burning incense to and worshiping other gods that neither they nor you nor your ancestors ever knew.

In these chapters, Jerusalem falls to the Babylonians Jeremiah is in prison and later rescued, and he continues to deliver his prophetic message despite opposition.

Chapter 33
Those who expect to receive comforts from God, must call upon him. Promises are given, not to do away, but to quicken and encourage prayer. These promises lead us to the gospel of Christ; and in that God has revealed truth to direct us, and peace to make us easy.
Lesson
God is giving hope to His people. Even though the judgment they are enduring is brought about by their own refusal to repent, God is gracious enough to give them hope and an escape from their troubles. After their judgment is complete, God will once again be able to pardon their iniquities and dwell among them.

Chapter 34
This chapter anticipates the final moments in the assault of the Babylonian army against Jerusalem, when Jeremiah foretold the destruction of the city and the captivity of King Zedekiah (Jeremiah 34:1-7), and sharply criticized the treacherous dealings of the princes and people with the slaves that provoked the punishment from God.
Lesson
really consists of two separate messages. We have verses 1-7 which deal with a message given to Zedekiah. And then we have the rest of the chapter which deals with the importance of keeping promises. And it teaches that lesson by using Zedekiah as a bad example that people shouldn't follow.

Chapter 35
This chapter records the meeting of Jeremiah with the Rechabites, a nomadic clan, in which the prophet "contrast[s] their faithfulness to the commands of a dead ancestor with the faithlessness of the people of Judah to the commands of a living God".
Lesson
While the Recabites obey their forefather, the rest of the people do not obey God himself” (234). The application for us today parallels the lesson God intended for ancient Israel: We should faithfully obey all that God has commanded us to do, eager to “receive instruction and listen to [his] words”

Chapter 36
the Lord told Jeremiah to write all the prophecies he made against Israel, Judah, and other nations. Because Jeremiah was under arrest, a scribe named Baruch wrote all of Jeremiah's prophecies and then read them on the steps of the temple.
Lesson
he did as the Lord has commanded him to do.

The prophecies found in Jeremiah 30–30 to convey a message of hope and restoration for Israel. Despite the intimate judgment and exile God promises to restore his people establish a new covenant and demonstrate his everlasting love for them. These prophecies, hold significance, not only in their historical context, but also in the relevance to Israel’s future conveying the hope of a renewed relationship with God and the ultimate restoration of his people.

Summary

Jeremiah 23
Condemnations of the shepherds who led the people astray through false prophecies.
They used there position for there personal gain.
God will hold them accountable.
God will restore his people.

Summary: God is of order. God anointed leaders to lead his flocks in righteousness and in sin. Disobedience come with consequences from God.

Ch. 24
Talks about 2 fig trees.
Good fig trees represented the exiles from Jerusalem.
Bad fig trees represented the people in Jerusalem not taken into exile.

Summary: How God rewards his people who turn to him for repentance and punish those who rebel.

Ch 25
The prophet delivers a message of judgement to the people of Jerusalem and other nations.
Repent and turn back to God.
There are consequences to disobedience and idolatry.
Gods justice

Summary: We are all held accountable for our sin and obedience to God.

Summary. Jer 18-22
18 - Message of the potter's vessel
- Illustrates God's sovereignty and ability to shape nations
- Emphasizes the need for repentance and warns of judgment

19 - Symbolic act of breaking the clay jar
- Proclaims the destruction of Jerusalem
- Condemns the wicked practices in the Valley of Hinnom

20 - Persecution and opposition faced by Jeremiah
- Pashhur, a priest, arrests and beats Jeremiah for his prophetic messages
- Jeremiah expresses his frustration and cries out to God

21 - Message to King Zedekiah and the people of Judah
- Warns of the impending siege and destruction of Jerusalem
- Advises surrender to the Babylonians to save their lives

22 - Messages concerning the kings of Judah
- Rebukes King Jehoiakim for his injustice and oppression
- Prophecy of judgment and disgrace for Jehoiakim and his descendants
- Emphasizes the importance of righteous and just leadership

Chapter 14
The chapter opens with a message from God to Jeremiah about the drought in the land of Israel. There was a serious famine in the land because they have sinned against God.
Jeremiah 14:3 NIV
[3] The nobles send their servants for water;they go to the cistern but find no water.They return with their jars unfilled;dismayed and despairing,they cover their heads.
but Jeremiah interceded for the people . Jeremiah 14:9 NIV
[9] Why are you like a man taken by surprise, like a warrior powerless to save? You are among us, Lord, and we bear your name; do not forsake us!
The Lord replied Jeremiah and said
Jeremiah 14:10 NIV
[10] This is what the Lord says about this people: “They greatly love to wander; they do not restrain their feet. So the Lord does not accept them; he will now remember their wickedness and punish them for their sins.”
The Lord told Jeremiah to stop praying for the people of Judah . He said
Jeremiah 14:12 NIV
[12] Although they fast, I will not listen to their cry; though they offer burnt offerings and grain offerings, I will not accept them. Instead, I will destroy them with the sword, famine and plague.”


Lessons
Our God is a just God. We should live blameless before Him .

Jeremiah 15
God continues to pronounce His unappeasable anger on the Israelites.
Jeremiah 15:1 NIV
[1] Then the Lord said to me: “Even if Moses and Samuel were to stand before me, my heart would not go out to this people. Send them away from my presence! Let them go!

Jeremiah 15:2 NIV
[2] And if they ask you, ‘Where shall we go?’ tell them, ‘This is what the Lord says: “ ‘Those destined for death, to death; those for the sword, to the sword; those for starvation, to starvation; those for captivity, to captivity.’

God called for true repentance
Jeremiah 15:19 NIV
[19] Therefore this is what the Lord says: “If you repent, I will restore you that you may serve me; if you utter worthy, not worthless, words, you will be my spokesman. Let this people turn to you, but you must not turn to them.

Jeremiah 16
God instructed Jeremiah not to marry or have children because huge destruction awaits everyone in the city.
Jeremiah 16:3 - 4 NIV
[3] For this is what the Lord says about the sons and daughters born in this land and about the women who are their mothers and the men who are their fathers: [4] “They will die of deadly diseases. They will not be mourned or buried but will be like dung lying on the ground. They will perish by sword and famine, and their dead bodies will become food for the birds and the wild animals.”
The Lord also told Jeremiah to not mourn with anyone during funerals or any house where there is feasting because
Jeremiah 16:9 NIV
[9] For this is what the Lord Almighty, the God of Israel, says: Before your eyes and in your days I will bring an end to the sounds of joy and gladness and to the voices of bride and bridegroom in this place.

Jeremiah 17
The sins of Judah cannot be hidden.
Do not trust in any man .
Jeremiah 17:5 NIV
[5] This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord.
[15] They keep saying to me, “Where is the word of the Lord? Let it now be fulfilled!”
The Sabbath should be observed. God wanted the people to keep the Sabbath holy by doing no work
Jeremiah 17:27 NIV
[27] But if you do not obey me to keep the Sabbath day holy by not carrying any load as you come through the gates of Jerusalem on the Sabbath day, then I will kindle an unquenchable fire in the gates of Jerusalem that will consume her fortresses.’ ”

Jeremiah 10-13 Summary

Chapter 10: This chapter addresses the folly of idolatry and contrasts it with the greatness of God. Jeremiah warns against worshiping idols and emphasizes that they are powerless and cannot compare to the living God. He urges the people of Israel to turn away from their idolatrous practices and instead fear and worship the true God.

Chapter 11: focuses the covenant between God and the people of Judah and reminds them of their obligations to obey and worship Him. However, the people have consistently broken the covenant, turning to idolatry and wickedness. God warns of the consequences of their disobedience and reveals a conspiracy against Jeremiah's life, promising judgment upon his enemies.

Chapter 12: Jeremiah expresses his frustration and confusion about the prosperity of the wicked and the suffering of the righteous. He questions why God allows the wicked to prosper and why the land is filled with violence. God responds to Jeremiah, assuring him that He will deal with the wicked and bring justice in due time.

Chapter 13: Through the symbolic act of a linen belt, God illustrates the deterioration and impending judgment of Judah. The people of Judah were meant to cling to God, just as a belt clings to a person's waist, but they have turned away from Him. God declares that He will bring disaster upon them and scatter them among the nations because of their stubbornness and idolatry.

Chapter 7.
Jeremiah prophesied that they would suffer at the hands of a conquering nation but that the day would come that Israel would be gathered and again become the Lord's people.
Lesson
“The more we know of Jesus, the more we will love Him. The more we know of Jesus, the more we will trust Him. The more we know of Jesus, the more we will want to be like Him and to be with Him by becoming the manner of men and women that He wishes us to be.

Chapter 8
God tells Jeremiah to ask the people why they won't pick themselves up again once they've fallen. They keep sliding backwards and never do anything constructive to better themselves. None of the people get back on course, which even birds know how to do.
Lesson
Without God, what knowledge one accumulates in actuality amounts to nothing. 10-12 A society will look to its elders and leaders for guidance. The wise men, priests, and prophets of Judah have rejected God's wisdom for their own wisdom. Neither are they ashamed of their decision.

Chapter 9
Jerusalem and Judah will be so thoroughly devastated that the animals and birds will run away. God says again that he's punishing people for disobeying his law by worshipping Baals and other gods. God tells the people to line up some women to sing sad songs about what's going down.
Lesson
God's Message: "'Dead bodies everywhere, scattered at random like sheep and goat dung in the fields, Like wheat cut down by reapers and left to rot where it falls. '" 23 God's Message: "Don't let the wise brag of their wisdom. Don't let heroes brag of their exploits.

Jeremiah chapters 4–6 serves as a powerful call to repentance and warns of the impending judgment and devastation that will befall Israel if they continue in their sinful ways. These passages emphasize the need for genuine, internal transformation, true obedience to God‘s commands, and a rejection of false confidence. Jeremiah acts as a faithful messenger, urging Israel to turn away from their sins and seek forgiveness from God.

God reminded Jeremiah that the northern kingdom of Israel was deeply idolatrous, yet God still called to them saying, “Return to Me.” God told Jeremiah to invite Israel – though they were scattered in exile throughout the Assyrian empire – to return to Him. This shame was constant and could not be done away with until the children of Israel genuinely repented and returned to the LORD. This is the appropriate expression of broken repentance that should mark God’s backsliding children. There is no excuse or explanation given.

Song of Songs 5-8
Ch. 5
A Shulamite woman has a dream of her groom seeking her. She wakes up and can’t find him. She reaches out to a watchmen to help her find him.
Summary: Our desires to want to give love or be loved back.

Ch. 6
The groom looking for his bride. They admire each other and shows affection.
Summary: We can have intense love and desire for someone we love.

Ch. 7
How the bride and groom express there love for one another.
Summary: How we can have a desire to express our love for God, the church and people . The expression of showing love.

Ch.8
There love has gotten stronger and reminiscing on how you started the relationship.
Summary: Love is the key.

Summary of SS 1-4

The book depicts a series of passionate and intimate exchanges between a bride, Shulammite woman, and her belove Solomon. Through poetic language, the lovers express their longing, desire, and admiration for one another.
The book portrays love as a profound and transformative force, celebrating its power to unite and bring joy. It explores themes of desire, fidelity, and the beauty of love in its various stages, from courtship to marriage.
The book is seen as an allegory for the love between God and His people, with God representing the bridegroom and the people symbolizing the bride. It highlights the intimacy and devotion that can be found in the spiritual relationship between the divine and the human.

Ecclesiastes 9
God knows and is aware of all that we do . Our time on earth should be spent courteously. We should live with the fear of God because after we die we can't change anything anymore.
Moreover we should be diligent in whatever we are doing. Our carrer ,ministry , services and so on .
Verse 10 . 'whatsoever thy hand findeth to do ,do it with all the might ,for there is no knowledge,nor wisdom ,in the grave, wither thou goest . '


Ecclesiastes 10
We should live blameless giving our whole to God. Our speech should be with grace. We should allow the holy spirit to lead us in our utterances.
We should apply wisdom in all that we do. We should not only be hardworking but we should be smart working . Vs 10 ' if the iron be blunt ,and he do not wet the edge ,then must he put to more strength: but the wisdom is profitable to direct. '

Ecclesiastes 11
This chapter is rich with alot of great wise words. 'Cast your bread on waters : for thou shalt find it after many days. ' Having a diversified income streams. Having multiple investments.
' he that observeth the wind shall not sow ; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap '
We should make hay when the sun shines and keep away from procrastination.
We should learn to live in the present , keep our heart from worries and live at peace.

Ecclesiastes 12
'Remember now thy creator in the days of thy youth ,while the evil days come not ,nor the years dewa nigh ,when thou shall say ,I have no pleasure in them.
We are to give our total commitment to God while we are still in the most active years of of life.

Ecclesiastes 5–8 provides reflections on various aspects of life, urging readers to embrace contentment, seek true wisdom, trusting God, and find joy, despite the futility and limitation of human existence

Chapter 1
Solomon asked for wisdom rather than riches, power, or glory. God responded to Solomon, that because he asked for wisdom, he would not only become the wisest man on earth, but would also be given greater riches than any King of Israel had ever known.
Lesson
Thus, Ecclesiastes is a story of warning to those of us who think life is about our peace, our joy, our comfort, our happiness, and our contentment. We must return to God, repent for our sins of pride and selfishness, and cling to His Word for our salvation.

Chapter 2
God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy to a man who is good: Solomon reflected on how sometimes it seems that what the sinner has gathered and collected is given to him who is good before God. This might seem unjust, but even under the sun, sometimes injustice seems to work in one's favor.
Lesson
Then I considered all that my hands had done and the toil I had expended in doing it, and behold, all was vanity and a striving after wind, and there was nothing to be gained under the sun.

Chapter 3
Ecclesiastes 3:3 King Solomon acknowledges that, despite his vast knowledge and wisdom he obtained (Ecclesiastes 1:12-18), he alone cannot stop killing and other destructive forces of mankind. Neither can he heal and restore things to good. Even as a king he does not have the power to control evil or good.
Lesson
The point is that God is balanced. He loves the world so much that he sent Jesus to die for our sins. But he hates the world so much so — that if you're a friend of the world you make yourself an enemy of God — and he goes on and commands his people to not love the world, just like he doesn't.

Chapter 4
Oppressions increase vanity: (In verses 1-3), the author considers the thought that oppression is so great in the world that the oppressed would actually be better off dead, thus rending death more appealing.
Lesson
Life is utterly awful and meaningless if it is lived under the sun and without the Son of God. 4I have seen that every labor and every skill which is done is the result of rivalry between a man and his neighbor This too is vanity and striving after wind. Solomon has great insight into the human condition.

Poverbs 28–31 deals with the consequences of wickedness and righteousness. Wisdom in business and relationships. The discipline of children and the importance of humility. Various sayings on contentment, integrity, and nature.

Book of Proverbs 25-27


Proverbs Chapter 25: This speaks to our pursuit of God’s mysteries in the spiritual world, but perhaps even more so to God’s mysteries in the material world. When men and women seek out scientific knowledge, trying to understand the mystery and brilliance of what God has concealed in His creation, they express an aspect of the glory of humanity, even the glory of kings. Therefore, we say to the scientist, search on, and do so with all your strength.
The king’s decisions are beyond the knowledge of the people…many things cannot be made known, being ‘unsearchable’ because, perhaps, of his superior wisdom, his caprice, or the necessity of maintaining confidentiality.”
We should always avoid self-exaltation. Even as we should humble ourselves in the sight of the Lord, we should also humble ourselves before others. When a man or a woman properly humbles themselves before God and kings, they may be invited to a higher place. This is much better than arrogantly setting ourselves high and then being put lower in the presence of God.
Sometimes the court of law is necessary, but we should never go hastily to court. If it is possible to resolve a dispute any other way, we should do it that other way. Solomon’s wise advice is to settle it out of court. If you can debate your case outside the court, do it there.
There is something special and powerful about a word fitly spoken. The right word at the right time has power to heal and strengthen, to guide and rescue.
There are some who give nothing but want to be known as people who give; others give small gifts and want to be known as those who give great gifts. They want the reputation of generosity without actually being generous.
There are many who have so little self-control that it can be said that they have no rule over their own spirit. The world, the flesh, or the devil rule over such people, and not the spirit of self-control that is part of the fruit of the Spirit


Proverbs Chapter 26: Beginning of this chapter Solomon spoke about fools, Honor is not fitting for a fool: Honor for the fool is also out of place – and can lead to disaster.
Solomon described birds that fly without taking rest on a branch or a surface. So a curse without cause shall not alight: In the same way that a bird will fly without landing, so a curse that someone makes without proper cause before God will not alight. If someone pronounces a curse it does not have magical properties; there must be cause before God for it to have any power.
When a fool pours forth his foolishness, it is often right to not answer them. Sometimes contending with a fool can make one just like the fool. One should not descend to his level of thought. To get into an argument with a fool like that would only make one look like a fool as well Sometimes a wise answer to a fool will expose his folly and prevent him from becoming wise in his own eyes. One should never expect a good result from sending a message by the hand of a fool. It is like harming one’s self.
Solomon teaches about laziness and making of excuses he says The lazy man will create any excuse to avoid work. The lazy man shows creative talent and a form of work, but it is dedicated to the effort of avoiding work.
As a door turns on its hinges: The only way a door can turn is on its hinges. The only turning the lazy man does is on his bed. The lazy man may lack energy and initiative, but he doesn’t lack a high opinion of himself. He considers himself smarter than seven men who can answer sensibly. The lazy man has great confidence in his own abilities but never seems to accomplish much.
The danger of the practical joker: Solomon painted the picture of a fierce warrior with many weapons, spreading destruction everywhere. The man who plays tricks on others, deceiving them, and covering it by saying, “I was only joking!” is a danger to others – and a very unwelcome companion.

Proverbs 22-24
Ch. 22
A good name is more important than riches. A good reputation can’t be brought.
Train up your child
Summary: We should always seek truth and raise our children to seek God.

Proverbs 23
Not to desire anything a ruler can offer ( such as power, prestige and possessions)
Apply your heart to instructions and your ears to the words of knowledge
Summary: Help us not to desire the sin and where it leads us. Seek God for everything and everyone.

Proverbs 24
Do not envy the wicked
Summary: God doesn’t want us to follow sin.

Proverbs 19 This chapter speaks about the importance of integrity, the value of seeking wisdom, and the role of discipline in our life including the consequences of our actions.
It begins by emphasizing the significance of living with integrity. It highlights how it is better to be poor with integrity than to be wealthy with a twisted lifestyle.
Seeking Wisdom: Verse 8 reminds us that acquiring wisdom is beneficial for our own well-being. Encouraging us to listen to advice and instruction to become wise. It warns that foolishness leads to ruin, while obeying God's commandments leads to life.
Relationships and Friendship: touches upon the significance of healthy relationships. Verse 13 discusses the impact of a quarrelsome wife is like the constant dripping of a leaky roof. highlighting the importance of harmony in marriage. Additionally, verse 22 emphasizes the value of loyalty and love, stating that kindness attracts loyalty and friendship.
The role of discipline plays in shaping our character. Verse 18 highlights the importance of disciplining children, as it can prevent them from engaging in destructive behavior in the future.
Proverbs 20 emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in our words and actions. Verse 7 highlights that a righteous person lives with integrity and leaves a lasting legacy of blessings for their descendants. It reminds us our actions have consequences. Verse 11 states that even children are known by their actions, emphasizing that our behavior reflects our character.
Proverbs 20 offers practical wisdom on honesty, integrity, consequences of actions, humility, discernment, and justice. It encourages us to live with integrity, consider the consequences of our actions, approach conflicts with humility, seek wise counsel, and prioritize fairness and honesty in all aspects of life.
Proverbs 21 continues expound on areas such as the importance of righteousness, the power of God's sovereignty, the value of diligence and discipline, the consequences of wickedness, and the significance of humility.
Conclude with--- summary It encourages us to live with integrity, acknowledge God's control over our lives, work diligently, avoid wickedness, and cultivate a humble heart. By embracing these teachings, we can strive for a righteous and fruitful life.

Proverbs 16
The chapter talks on the ability of Man Vs the ability of God . A man sees a plans but God sees intentions. It is important to involve God in our plans ' Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.'
Proverbs 16:3
We are to live a righteous and upright life .

Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord evil is avoided. When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way, he causes their enemies to make peace with them. Better a little with righteousness than much gain with injustice. In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.
Proverbs 16:6 - 9 NIV

We are to eschew every form of evil

Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
Proverbs 16:18 NIV

And be patient

Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.
Proverbs 16:32 NIV


Proverbs 17
The proverbs is a book of great wisdom.

Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting, with strife.

This chapter gives stern warning against all forms of evil.

Whoever mocks the poor shows contempt for their Maker; whoever gloats over disaster will not go unpunished.
Proverbs 17:5 NIV

Evildoers foster rebellion against God; the messenger of death will be sent against them.
Proverbs 17:11 NIV

The words of wisdom continues

A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Proverbs 17:22 NIV
This verse is for us to always keep a cheerful disposition.

Proverbs 18
The words of wisdom continues
We should tame our tongue and allow the holy spirit to speak through us in every situation

The lips of fools bring them strife, and their mouths invite a beating. The mouths of fools are their undoing, and their lips are a snare to their very lives.
Proverbs 18:6 - 7 NIV

We should be diligent in all that we do. Handle our careers, ministry, relationships with diligence.

One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys.
Proverbs 18:9 NIV

We should have the habit of praying .

The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
Proverbs 18:10 NIV

We should speak positively ,speak healing , prosperity...

From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied. The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
Proverbs 18:20 - 21 NIV

The great thing for a man finding a wife

He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.
Proverbs 18:22 NIV

It's great to surround ourselves with good company.

One who has unreliable friends soon comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
Proverbs 18:24 NIV

Wisdom literature

Chapter 10
Wisdom is better than money, because wisdom can save your life. So if a poor man is wise, then he is richer than a foolish king. A good person is someone who trusts God. A good person always tries to respect God
lesson
He who winks with the eye causes trouble: The idea of winks here is of one who does not take wickedness and folly seriously. b. The prating fool will fall: The fool will continue along their path until they fall.

Chapter 11
When you're kind to others, you help yourself; when you're cruel to others, you hurt yourself. Bad work gets paid with a bad check; good work gets solid pay. Take your stand with God's loyal community and live, or chase after phantoms of evil and die. God can't stand deceivers, but oh how he relishes integrity.

Chapter 12
No evil can overwhelm a good person, but the wicked have their hands full of it. God can't stomach liars; he loves the company of those who keep their word. Prudent people don't flaunt their knowledge; talkative fools broadcast their silliness. The diligent find freedom in their work; the lazy are oppressed by work.

Chapter 7 of the Book of Proverbs warns against the seductive power of an immoral woman.

Chapter 8 of the Book of Proverbs presents wisdom personified as a woman, calling out to humanity.

Chapter 9 of the Book of Proverbs contrasts the calls of wisdom and folly.


Overall, these chapters in the Book of Proverbs provide valuable lessons on guarding one's heart, avoiding temptation, seeking wisdom, embracing its benefits, making wise choices, and recognizing the importance of the fear of the Lord.

Book of Proverbs 4-6

Proverbs Chapter 4: The father had confidence in his instruction, no doubt because it was based on Scriptural wisdom. Confident that he spoke good doctrine, Solomon tenderly remembered the lessons his father taught him. This would be a special remembrance of any son with any father, but all the more so when we consider that Solomon’s father was King David, the greatest of Israel’s earthly kings. King David taught him well and Solomon received the lessons, valuing wisdom so much that he asked for it above all other things, Solomon continued in his remembrance of his father’s teaching to him. King David taught Solomon that if he remained on the path of wisdom, and loved wisdom, it would preserve him and keep him safe. King David communicated more than the facts of wisdom; he wanted Solomon to love and value and honor wisdom. We sense that Solomon received an appropriate satisfaction in fulfilling his duty to teach his son wisdom, even as his father taught him
To stay on the path of the just, one must give attention to what they speak. Deceitful and perverse words are used to cover deceitful and perverse actions and lead one further along the way of the wicked. If one could actually never speak in an impure or perverse way and determine to never do things that must be covered with a deceitful mouth, they would go a long way to avoiding the works of the wicked.In this regard, we appreciate something of the irony and tragedy of Solomon’s life.

Proverbs Chapter 5: This explains the reason why it was important for the son to hold on to discretion and knowledge – those things would be tested by the enticements of an immoral woman. Honey is sweet and oil is pleasant, and these represent the temptations of immorality. · If the sexual immorality is desired out of a perceived impulse of love, maturity and stability would say, “If I really loved this person I would not act against their interest and my own. I will reject this immorality because I do in fact love them and will express my love only in ways that would honor God and His people.” Solomon didn’t advise his son to stay in the immoral woman’s presence and test his ability to resist her seductions. The best defense was distance; to not even go near the door of her house. Adultery and sexual immorality ruin lives. God’s command that our sexual relationships remain only in the covenant of marriage was not given to take away from our life and enjoyment, but to add to it. Solomon reminded his son that God had provided his wife for his sexual needs. Instead of neglecting what God had given, he should renew his gratitude and focus upon what God has blessed. In conclusion be far from fornication and adultery.

Proverbs Chapter 6: Solomon warned his son against guaranteeing the debts of others, whether they were a friend or a stranger. This was the promise to pay the debts of the friend or stranger if they failed to pay. To promise to pay the debts of another person is to put yourself in a trap. It is a promise made with the words of your mouth but will affect and afflict your wallet or purse.
Solomon spoke wisdom to the sluggard – essentially, the lazy man or woman. That lazy person should learn from the ant, an insect proverbial for hard work. The ant is wise and worthy of imitation because she works hard without having to be told to work hard. The ethic of diligence comes from within and does not have to be imposed by a captain, overseer or ruler.
Solomon asked the lazy man to give account for his ways. The thought is, “You want to sleep – how long? There is life to be lived and work to be done.” Solomon imagined the lazy man saying this. He claimed that he only needed a little sleep, but actually he needed to work more. The lazy man will find that poverty and need come upon him quickly. The sluggard loves to procrastinate and think things can always be done later. The hard worker can look forward to later; for the lazy man it will come like a prowler.

Proverbs 1-3
Ch.1
Foolish people not requiring wisdom which comes from God.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge but fools despise wisdom and discipline.
Summary: God wants us to come to him for wisdom. Seek him and the kingdom.

Ch. 2
For the Lord giveth wisdom. Out of his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
Summary: God is our protector from our mistakes in our life. For us to have eternal life with God in the life to come.

Ch.3
Lean not to thine own understanding and in all our ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.
Summary: God wants us to trust him.

Ps 1-2
Ps 1 starts off speaking of those who follow in God’s ways and those that do not. It says blessed are those who delight in the law (ways) of the Lord and who meditate on his word day and night. This reminds me of Joshua 1:8 where God instructs us to “meditate” on the word day and night, meaning you must read it more than once and as you read it, He begins to speak through His word to you directly on a personal level.
It also speaks about that person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whatever they do will prosper. Take heed because as you meditate on his word, He will lead, guide and direct you. He will give you instructs and as you follow those instructs, it will yield good fruit. --- good result. Continues with a comparison of the righteous and the wicked. For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads only to destruction. Know that you cannot do anything evil or wicked and get good results.

In Psalm 2, talks about the power and authority of the Lord and that the nations are God’s inheritance and that He will rule over them with justice and righteousness. It is actually a prayer for all nations, which we know in these days that’s definitely needed. It ends with blessed are those who takes refuges in Him.

Job 40
God gave a thought provoking response to job. God was telling job how wrong he was to think He (God )was unjust in His judgement and to think he can put blames on Him .
“Would you discredit my justice? Would you condemn me to justify yourself?"...
God's greatness is incomparable. He is the creator of heaven and earth and all that are in it.
God also spoke of the huge beast Behemoth how He had created it to be a great animal .

Lessons
In life we could find ourselves a similar situation as Job. We could find ourselves questioning God. Asking if He has been fair at all. But we should always remember that His plans are not to bring us to destruction but to build us and shape us for His glory. He will definitely save us.

Job 41
In this chapter God continues in his response to Job. He spoke about the Leviathan . According to Wikipedia, the Leviathan is a huge sea serpent. God spoke of the immense strength and the greatness of this creature.
“Can you pull in Leviathan with a fishhook or tie down its tongue with a rope? Can you put a cord through its nose or pierce its jaw with a hook?..."
The sword that reaches it has no effect, nor does the spear or the dart or the javelin. Iron it treats like straw and bronze like rotten wood. Arrows do not make it flee; slingstones are like chaff to it. A club seems to it but a piece of straw; it laughs at the rattling of the lance. .."

Job 42
Job gave his reply to God . “I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted..." Job said he was hearing the voice of God before but now he has seen God . He then repented covering himself with ashes and dusts.
Meanwhile "After the Lord had said these things to Job, he said to Eliphaz the Temanite, “I am angry with you and your two friends, because you have not spoken the truth about me, as my servant Job has . They were asked to take seven bulls and seven rams and bring them to Job so he could pray for them.
So Eliphaz the Temanite, Bildad the Shuhite and Zophar the Naamathite did what the Lord told them; and the Lord accepted Job’s prayer.
He had seven sons and three daughters. The Lord blessed the latter part of Job’s life more than the former part. He had fourteen thousand sheep, six thousand camels, a thousand yoke of oxen and a thousand donkeys.

Lessons
God's thoughts for are not of evil but good. No matter what we might be facing today we will come out with celebration at last.

God replies to Job’s suffering

Chapter 35
Defending God's Inaction

neither will the Almighty [regard/take notice of] it. So, Elihu asserts that God refuses to hear the cry of people who are in distress – but in that distress they don't seek after God and don't seek his help and don't recognize him as the one who gives joy and wisdom.
Lesson
Although thou sayest thou shall not see him

God is indeed invisible in his nature and essence, but is to be seen in his works of creation and providence; which Job was acquainted with, and in which he had seen somewhat of the glory of God, and of his divine perfections in them

Chapter 36
Elihu argues that Job's suffering is an opportunity for Job to hear God speaking to him, turn from wickedness, and find God's deliverance. He warns Job that if Job keeps worrying about the fate of the wicked, Job might venture too far down the path of wickedness himself and miss God's deliverance altogether.
Lesson
the value of patience, perseverance, and the importance of holding our tongue, not to mention God's faithfulness, restorative power, and goodness.

Chapter 37
we come to the end of Elihu's response to Job. Elihu began his speech by addressing Job's friends, telling them that they were speaking from their own understanding, Elihu, however, states that he has received understanding from God and gives glory to God alone.
lesson
believe and trust in God

In these chapters Jobs friends continue to uphold the traditional understanding of divine retribution, suggesting that Job’s suffering is a direct consequence of his sins. Job, on the other hand, maintains his innocence, and six answers from God. The debate between Joe and his friends intensifies as he grapple with the fundamental questions of suffering, justice, and the nature of God.

Job Chapter 29

Job longed not only for the days before he lost his children and health and wealth; he especially longed for the days before he lost his sense of God’s closeness, there was a time when he felt that God watched over him, and those days were gone. Job fondly remembered the days when it seemed that God was for him rather than against him. Job painted a beautiful picture of his former happy life. He genuinely felt that he was in fellowship with God and the blessing flowed in to every area of his life. Job described how his reputation for wisdom and goodness was deserved. He was a man full of good and noble works, especially to the poor and disadvantaged. Job is also a tremendous example of how a wealthy and powerful man should live his life; not in selfish indulgence, but in care and concern for the less fortunate.

Job Chapter 30

Job was tortured by the irony of it all. The sons of men whom Job would not even put with the dogs of his flock were now his mockers and critics. Job again described his present crisis. He described the persistent, gnawing pains that were ever with him; but for him it was first a crisis of the soul. This was the worst aspect of Job’s suffering, the sense that God had forsaken him. He undeniably felt that God was against him. Indeed, Job felt that God wanted to and would destroy him.
Job felt, “God, you are more merciful than this. You would not afflict a pitiful heap of ruins if only it would cry out to You.” Job wondered why God did not respond to his cries. Job wondered why God did not treat him with the same kindness he had often shown to others. Perhaps Job tried to just take it easy and not get so troubled over his problems, but for him it was impossible. His physical and spiritual agony was more than it seemed he could bear, or his friends could relate to.

Job Chapter 31

This whole chapter is occupied with Job’s solemn oath of innocence. It was his final and explicit answer to the line of argument. In defending his righteous life, Job began with explaining that he was a morally pure man who did not look upon a young woman in impure and inappropriate ways.

Job 24-28
Ch. 24
The Oppressed
It highlights on the poor and needy people being abused by wicked people. The people went into hiding in the desert from the wicked people. Job’s friends think that Job is wicked and being punished. Thieves, cruelty and fearful. God allows the wicked people to go unpunished for a while but are destroyed later.
Summary: How we judge people when God doesn’t punish them. Vengeance is mine says the Lord.

Ch. 25
The Greatness of God
Summary: God has shown his people how great he is and his power. We need to surrender.

Ch. 26
Job responding to his friend Bildad
Summary: We can agree to disagree and still love one another. Truth should always be told.

Ch. 27
Job teaches his friends about Gods power
They all agree in time that the wicked/unrighteous people will be punished for there wrong /sins against him and others.

Summary: God will deal with our sins in his timing and not our timing.

Ch.28
Job remains faithful to God
Where can we find wisdom
Summary: God reveals only what he wants us to know in the right time. If we walk in righteousness he will reveal some of his secrets that he has for us. We got to seek/ ask him.