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Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy greet the church in Thessalonica, giving thanks for their growing faith and love. Paul commends them for their perseverance in the face of persecution and suffering, pointing out that their endurance is evidence of God’s righteous judgment—that they will be considered worthy of His kingdom. He assures them that God will repay affliction to those who trouble them and bri...

Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy greet the church in Thessalonica, giving thanks for their growing faith and love. Paul commends them for their perseverance in the face of persecution and suffering, pointing out that their endurance is evidence of God’s righteous judgment—that they will be considered worthy of His kingdom. He assures them that God will repay affliction to those who trouble them and bri...

King  Ahaz of Judah  begins his reign at age twenty. Unlike his ancestor David, he follows the sinful practices of the kings of Israel, even burning his son as a sacrifice and worshiping idols. When Syria and Israel attack Judah, Ahaz seeks help from  Tiglath-Pileser, king of Assyria , sending him treasures from the temple and palace as tribute. Assyria defeats Damascus, capturing its people. Whil...

King  Ahaz of Judah  begins his reign at age twenty. Unlike his ancestor David, he follows the sinful practices of the kings of Israel, even burning his son as a sacrifice and worshiping idols. When Syria and Israel attack Judah, Ahaz seeks help from  Tiglath-Pileser, king of Assyria , sending him treasures from the temple and palace as tribute. Assyria defeats Damascus, capturing its people. Whil...

Paul continues his teaching about the return of Christ. He explains that the  day of the Lord will come suddenly and unexpectedly , like a thief in the night. Believers, however, should not be caught off guard because they live in the light and should stay awake, alert, and self-controlled, clothed with faith, love, and hope of salvation. God has destined them not for wrath but for salvation throu...

Paul continues his teaching about the return of Christ. He explains that the day of the Lord will come suddenly and unexpectedly , like a thief in the night. Believers, however, should not be caught off guard because they live in the light and should stay awake, alert, and self-controlled, clothed with faith, love, and hope of salvation. God has destined them not for wrath but for salvation throug...

Paul continues his teaching about the return of Christ. He explains that the day of the Lord will come suddenly and unexpectedly , like a thief in the night. Believers, however, should not be caught off guard because they live in the light and should stay awake, alert, and self-controlled, clothed with faith, love, and hope of salvation. God has destined them not for wrath but for salvation throug...

Reign of Azariah (Uzziah) in Judah (vv. 1–7):  Azariah became king of Judah and reigned 52 years. He did what was right in the Lord’s eyes but did not remove the high places. The Lord struck him with leprosy, and his son Jotham governed in his place. Reigns in Israel (vv. 8–31): Reign of Jotham in Judah (vv. 32–38):  Jotham, son of Azariah, became king of Judah. He did what was right in God’s eyes...

Vivir para agradar a Dios (vv. 1–8):  Pablo exhorta a los creyentes a vivir vidas santas que agraden a Dios, evitando la inmoralidad sexual, controlando sus cuerpos en santidad y honor, y sin perjudicar a otros. Dios los llama a la pureza, y rechazar esta enseñanza es rechazar a Dios mismo, quien da su Espíritu Santo. Amor y vida diaria (vv. 9–12):  Les felicita por su amor fraternal, pero los ani...

Amaziah’s Reign in Judah (vv.1–7):  Amaziah, son of Joash, becomes king of Judah and rules for 29 years. He does what is right in God’s eyes, though not fully like David, since high places remain. He executes the officials who killed his father but spares their children, obeying the Law of Moses. Amaziah defeats the Edomites in battle, striking down 10,000 in the Valley of Salt and capturing Sela,...

Amaziah’s Reign in Judah (vv.1–7):  Amaziah, son of Joash, becomes king of Judah and rules for 29 years. He does what is right in God’s eyes, though not fully like David, since high places remain. He executes the officials who killed his father but spares their children, obeying the Law of Moses. Amaziah defeats the Edomites in battle, striking down 10,000 in the Valley of Salt and capturing Sela,...

Paul explains that, because he was deeply concerned about the Thessalonians’ faith and endurance under persecution, he sent  Timothy  to strengthen and encourage them. Paul knew that trials would come, and he feared that the tempter (Satan) might have shaken their faith and made his ministry in vain. When Timothy returned with good news about their steadfast faith and love, Paul was greatly comfor...

Paul explains that, because he was deeply concerned about the Thessalonians’ faith and endurance under persecution, he sent  Timothy  to strengthen and encourage them. Paul knew that trials would come, and he feared that the tempter (Satan) might have shaken their faith and made his ministry in vain. When Timothy returned with good news about their steadfast faith and love, Paul was greatly comfor...

Paul explains that, because he was deeply concerned about the Thessalonians’ faith and endurance under persecution, he sent  Timothy  to strengthen and encourage them. Paul knew that trials would come, and he feared that the tempter (Satan) might have shaken their faith and made his ministry in vain. When Timothy returned with good news about their steadfast faith and love, Paul was greatly comfor...

King  Jehoahaz  becomes king of Israel (the northern kingdom). He follows the sins of Jeroboam (idol worship), so God allows Israel to be oppressed by  Hazael  and later  Ben-Hadad , kings of Aram (Syria). Jehoahaz humbles himself and prays, and God shows mercy by giving Israel a deliverer, but the nation still continues in sin. Jehoahaz’s son  Jehoash (Joash)  succeeds him as king. He also follow...

Parting the Jordan River  (2 Kings 2:8) Healing the Waters of Jericho  (2 Kings 2:19-22) Two Bears Devouring Mockers  (2 Kings 2:23-24) Water Filling Ditches for the Moabite Army  (2 Kings 3:16-20) Increasing the Widow’s Oil  (2 Kings 4:1-7) Resurrecting the Shunammite Woman’s Son  (2 Kings 4:32-37) Purifying Poisoned Pottage  (2 Kings 4:41) Multiplying Food  (2 Kings 4:43-44) Healing Naaman the L...

King  Jehoahaz  becomes king of Israel (the northern kingdom). He follows the sins of Jeroboam (idol worship), so God allows Israel to be oppressed by  Hazael  and later  Ben-Hadad , kings of Aram (Syria). Jehoahaz humbles himself and prays, and God shows mercy by giving Israel a deliverer, but the nation still continues in sin. Jehoahaz’s son  Jehoash (Joash)  succeeds him as king. He also follow...

Paul reminds the Thessalonian believers how he, Silas, and Timothy first came to them. Even though they had faced opposition and suffering in Philippi, they boldly preached the gospel in Thessalonica with sincerity and without selfish motives. They did not seek praise, wealth, or power, but instead cared for the believers gently, like a mother caring for her children and like a father encouraging...

Paul reminds the Thessalonian believers how he, Silas, and Timothy first came to them. Even though they had faced opposition and suffering in Philippi, they boldly preached the gospel in Thessalonica with sincerity and without selfish motives. They did not seek praise, wealth, or power, but instead cared for the believers gently, like a mother caring for her children and like a father encouraging...

King  Joash  (also called Jehoash) begins to reign over Judah at age  seven  and rules for  forty years  in Jerusalem. Under the guidance of  Jehoiada the priest , Joash does what is right in God’s eyes, though the  high places  (altars for unauthorized worship) are not removed, and people still offer sacrifices there. Joash orders that money collected at the temple—such as offerings, vows, and fr...

King  Joash  (also called Jehoash) begins to reign over Judah at age  seven  and rules for  forty years  in Jerusalem. Under the guidance of  Jehoiada the priest , Joash does what is right in God’s eyes, though the  high places  (altars for unauthorized worship) are not removed, and people still offer sacrifices there. Joash orders that money collected at the temple—such as offerings, vows, and fr...