From loud anguish to quiet surrender. From broken walls to hopeful whispers. And what has he taught us? That God’s goodness is not canceled by suffering—but often revealed through it.; That waiting is not weakness, but worship.; That silence isn’t the absence of faith—but the evidence of it; That the yoke of discipline, when borne early, brings lasting renewal; That putting our face in the dust is not defeat—but the posture where hope begins.

Keywords: Suffering, Silence, Submission

Part 1 of a two part series studying and examining the necessity of the Reformation and a biographical overview of Luther’s life.

Keywords: Reformation, Luther, Catholicism

In these verses, Paul encourages the Thessalonians and tells them how much he longs to be with them.

Keywords: word, suffering, joy, crown

Nebuchadnezzar is humbled by God for his pride and arrogance in thinking his greatness was of himself. God demonstrates His power and sovereignty over kingdoms and graciously brings Nebuchadnezzar out of depravity to worship and praise the Most High.

Keywords: Sin of pride and idolatry, salvation revealed by repentance and faith

God's Deliverance Saves His People for their Joy Resulting in Obedience

Nebuchadnezzar's rule had been distinguished by great military victories and magnificent building achievements — including Babylon’s towering walls and the renowned Hanging Gardens. Yet despite all his success, Nebuchadnezzar had become consumed with personal pride. Even though chapter 3 ends with his declaration, ‘There is no other god who is able to deliver in this way’ (Daniel 3:29, NASB95), his heart remained unchanged. He continued to cling to his own glory and accomplishments, failing to recognize that all power and honor belong to the Most High God. Chapter 4 can be broken down in this way: (1) Introduction: Nebuchadnezzar’s testimony of God’s greatness (vv. 1–3); (2) A Dream: of the great tree (vv. 4–18); (3) Daniel’s interpretation and warning (vv. 19–27); (4) Nebuchadnezzar’s pride, his judgment, and his humiliation (vv. 28–33); and (5) Restoration: Nebuchadnezzar’s praise of the Most High (vv. 34–37).

Keywords: Nebuchadnezzar, Dream of the Great Tree

God's Supremacy Demonstrated in Retribution and Reparation

Keywords: Justice, plague

This lesson continues an introductory overview of what the Bible says regarding peace in Psalms, Proverbs, and Isaiah.

Keywords: Peace, Anxiety, Gospel

This lesson covers the third cycle of three plagues- Hail, Locusts, and Darkness. We see God’s display of strength and power for the whole world, and for the people of Israel. He keeps his promises of judgement, and gives common grace to unbelievers. Keywords: Judgement, Mercy, God’s Power

Death is a sobering thing; we have funerals not for the dead but for the living. The dead are gone. We cannot undo death, and so we must live every moment for God’s glory, trusting in His promise of a sure hope in Christ. Keywords: Encouragement, Death