Author Archives: Anita Stuart-Steva

Micah 1, 2 and 3 begin a prophecy against Israel, Samaria and Judah. The kings have been leading the people to sin. They have been oppressing their own and have encouraged the worship of idols. The prophets have been saying … Continue reading →

In Jonah 3 and 4 God again tells Jonah to go to Ninevah. Jonah calls the Ninevites to account. The Ninevites repented and God did not punish the people. Jonah became angry that God withheld punishment. Jonah preferred to die … Continue reading →

In Jonah 1 and 2 God tells Jonah to go to Ninevah and warn them that they will be punished if they continue to sin. Jonah doesn’t like the people of Ninevah and refuses to go. He tries to hide … Continue reading →

Obadiah is a short prophecy against the land of Edom. Edom is where Esau settled when he and Jacob parted ways. The people of Edom did not help God’s people when enemies attacked it. In fact, they gloated over Israel … Continue reading →

In Amos 9 God declares punishment on those who sin against Him. God will call out the faithful remnant and will reestablish them on their land never to be taken from it again. God does not completely destroy His people. … Continue reading →

In Amos 7 and 8 Amos is concerned with the harshness of God’s punishment on Jacob (Judah?). God relents and puts up a protection. The term used is plumb line. Most scholars believe this is a mistranslation. The walls of … Continue reading →

Amos 5 and 6 speaks out against Israel’s lack of justice and righteousness. The leaders are oppressing the poor and using the labors of the people for their own wealth and comfort. They may be worshiping in the temple but … Continue reading →

In Amos 3 and 4 God declares the He doesn’t do anything without warning. God continues to warn the people of Israel that if they don’t change their ways they will be punished. God is dumbfounded that even after He … Continue reading →

Amos 1 and 2 are written in the time of Kings Uzziah and Jeroboam. This is early on in the time of Israel’s disobedience. God is angry with the entire region. The nations surrounding Judah and Israel are to be … Continue reading →

Joel 3 speaks of the restoration of Judah and Jerusalem. God will also punish those who have harmed His people. They will enter the valley of decision and will receive His judgment. The land of God’s people will thrive and … Continue reading →