This has been a weekly presentation of a biblical messages shared by former Pastor Rob Adams during his 20 years’ service at Immanuel Baptist Church. Each article is usually part of a topic, such as prophecy or some practical aspect of daily living. Please consult the various categories available.
Daniel— the Consistent Prophet 09.07.22 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile Himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank. (Daniel 1:8a) “For sheer interest this Book of Daniel surely stands first among the writings of the prophets. It is full of supernatural marvel, […]
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Ezekiel— the Watchman Prophet 08.24.22 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; therefore hear a word from My mouth, and give them warning from Me. (Ezekiel 3:17) Ezekiel was a priest who was called to be a prophet to Judah before and during the Babylonian captivity. His
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Jeremiah— the Weeping Prophet 08.17.22 And they shall fight against you, but they shall not prevail against you; for I am with you, says the LORD, to deliver you. (Jeremiah 1:19) We come now to the second of the Major Prophets. This book clearly identifies the human author as Jeremiah, the son of Hilkiah, from
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0866 Isaiah— the Presentation of the Messiah 08.10.22 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. (7) Of the increase of his government and
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Isaiah— the Messianic Prophet 08.03.22 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Father of Eternity, Prince of Peace. (7) Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no
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Canticles—Christ’s Love for His Bride 07.26.22 He brought me into the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love. My beloved is mine, and I am his. I am my beloved’s, and his desire is towards me. (2:4, 16; 7:10) This book has been titled several ways. In English it is ‘The Song of
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Ecclesiastes– the Purpose of Life 07.19.22 Vanity of vanities, says the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity. (Ecclesiastes 1:2) You may recall that we took a long look at this book just within the past year. So, if this brief presentation does not satisfy your curiosity or yearning, first read Ecclesiastes in full. Second,
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Proverbs— Wisdom for Living 07.12.22 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction. (Proverbs 1:7) This book obviously takes its title from its content. The Hebrew word translated ‘proverb’ means ‘parallel, similar or comparative.’ A proverb is thus a short saying that conveys truth in a pointed
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Psalms of the Messiah 07.05.22 Blessed is the man that walks not in the way of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in is law does he meditate day and night. And he
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Psalms— Israel’s Songbook 06.29.22 Blessed is the man that walks not in the way of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law does he meditate day and night. And he shall
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