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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 253 | September 21, 2026

  Introduction to Obadiah Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament, but it delivers a strong message. It’s a prophecy against Edom, a nation descended from Esau, the brother of Jacob. Though Edom and Israel shared ancestry, their relationship was often hostile—and when Jerusalem fell to Babylon, Edom stood by and even took advantage of Israel’s suffering. Obadiah condemns Edom for its pride and betrayal. The nation had built its cities on the cliffs and believed it was untouchable. But God declares that no fortress can stand against His justice. The book is divided into two main parts: judgment for Edom, and hope for Israel. While Edom will fall, God's people will be restored. The final verses look ahead to the day when the kingdom will belong fully to the Lord. Though it’s short, Obadiah reminds us of important truths: God sees injustice, pride leads to downfall, and His promises to His people remain firm. Obadiah points us to Jesus by highlighting God’s faithfulness to H...
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 252 | September 20, 2026

 Scripture: Amos 6 Amos 7 Amos 8 Amos 9
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 251 | September 19, 2026

 Scripture: Amos 2 Amos 3 Amos 4 Amos 5
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 250 | September 18, 2026

  Introduction to Amos Amos was not a trained prophet—he was a shepherd and a farmer. But God called him to speak boldly to the northern kingdom of Israel at a time when everything looked good on the outside. The economy was strong, worship services were full, and the nation seemed secure. But underneath, there was injustice, corruption, and spiritual decay. Amos’s message was direct: God sees through appearances. He cares deeply about how we treat others, especially the poor, the oppressed, and the marginalized. While the people were offering sacrifices and songs, they were also exploiting the weak and ignoring justice. Amos warns that God will not accept worship that isn’t matched by righteousness. You’ll hear famous lines like, “Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream.” These are not just poetic—they are God’s heart. Amos shows that true faith is not only about belief, but about action. The book also includes visions of coming judgment: locust...
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 249 | September 17, 2026

 Scripture: Joel 2 Joel 3
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 248 | September 16, 2026

  Introduction to Joel Joel is a short but powerful book centered around a devastating natural disaster—a plague of locusts that has destroyed the land. But Joel sees beyond the insects. He uses the moment to call God’s people to repentance and to point to a future “day of the Lord.” That phrase—“the day of the Lord”—is a key theme in Joel. It speaks of judgment and deliverance, of both warning and hope. Joel calls the people to fast, pray, and return to God with their whole hearts. His message is urgent: God wants repentance, not just rituals. But Joel doesn’t leave the people in despair. He speaks of restoration—of grain returning to the fields, of joy being renewed, and of God’s Spirit being poured out. This last promise is especially significant: “I will pour out my Spirit on all people.” Peter quotes this passage in Acts 2 at Pentecost, declaring that Joel’s prophecy was being fulfilled through Jesus and the coming of the Holy Spirit. Joel reminds us that God is not distant du...
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Tied Together: A One-Year Journey Through the Bible | Day 247 | September 15, 2026

 Scripture: Hosea 8 Hosea 9 Hosea 10 Hosea 11 Hosea 12 Hosea 13 Hosea 14
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