As we read through Daniel 6, the brutal reality of life in the ancient world hits hard. Those who conspired against Daniel—along with their wives and children—are thrown into the lions’ den. This kind of punishment, common in the ancient Near East, feels almost incomprehensible to us today. It serves as a sobering reminder of... Read More →
The passage from Isaiah 48:12-52:12 spans God’s assurance of His unchanging nature, His promise of redemption, and the Servant’s role in bringing salvation. Throughout these chapters, the underlying message is clear: God’s power and judgment are eternal, while human opinions and actions are fleeting. Isaiah 48:12-13 emphasizes God’s eternal sovereignty: “Listen to me, Jacob, Israel,... Read More →