Greetings leaders,
We pray these studies in the minor prophets have served our church. What seems to the casual observer harsh themes of punishment in the minor prophets actually reveal these truths: 1) God is patient and long-suffering, 2) God is excessively gracious and merciful, 3) God is a holy, pure God and cannot allow sin to go unpunished in His just nature, and 4) God's people do not experience ultimate punishment because of His Son, the Messiah, and the intercessory work He accomplished on the cross.
We are thankful for your faithfulness in service!
Gratefully,
Joe and Kaylan