Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
Why Easter Matters
In “Why Easter matters” Jefferson Vann explains why Christians celebrate Easter. But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep (1 Corinthians 15:20 ESV). I wish each of you a happy Easter, … Continue reading
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God’s Call to Return — The Heart of Zechariah 1–2
🔥 God’s Call to Return — The Heart of Zechariah 1–2 🌿 1. God Initiates the Call The book opens not with human longing for God, but with God’s longing for His people. The first divine word is not judgment … Continue reading
The Presence of God as the Source of Strength in Haggai
🔥 The Presence of God as the Source of Strength in Haggai 🌿 1. God’s Presence Is the Turning Point of the Entire Book The people move from apathy to action, from fear to courage, from futility to fruitfulness—and the … Continue reading
A Two‑Edged Reality (Zephaniah 2–3 )
A Two‑Edged Reality (Zephaniah 2–3 ) A focus on the Day of the LORD as both warning and hope brings Zephaniah 2–3 into sharp clarity. The prophet presents the Day not as a single event but as a two‑edged reality: … Continue reading
God as the Divine Warrior (Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1)
God as the Divine Warrior (Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1) A focus on God as the Divine Warrior brings Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1 into sharp relief. Habakkuk sees the Warrior rise to save His people; Zephaniah sees the same … Continue reading
The Problem of Evil and Divine Justice (Habakkuk 1–2 )
The Problem of Evil and Divine Justice (Habakkuk 1–2 ) A focus on the problem of evil and divine justice in Habakkuk 1–2 reveals one of Scripture’s most honest and profound explorations of how a holy God governs a violent … Continue reading
God judges violent empires (Nahum 2-3)
God judges violent empires (Nahum 2-3) Nahum 2–3 is a vivid, poetic, and devastating announcement of Nineveh’s fall. The prophet describes the siege, collapse, humiliation, and final extinction of the Assyrian Empire’s capital. The message is not merely historical—it reveals … Continue reading
Terrifyingly Just And Wonderfully Protective (Micah 7, Nahum 1)
Terrifyingly Just And Wonderfully Protective (Micah 7, Nahum 1) Micah 7 brings the book to its emotional and theological climax. The prophet looks honestly at the moral collapse around him, yet he refuses to surrender to despair. He turns instead … Continue reading
The King Who Is Our Peace (Micah 5-6)
The King Who Is Our Peace (Micah 5-6) Micah 5–6 places the spotlight on the Shepherd‑King who brings peace, a ruler born in humility yet possessing eternal origins, who gathers, protects, purifies, and restores His people. Against the backdrop of … Continue reading
Judgment, then Peace (Micah 3-4)
Judgment, then Peace (Micah 3-4) Micah 3–4 places the darkness of corrupt leadership beside the radiant promise of God’s coming kingdom. When human rulers twist justice and devour the people, God responds not only with judgment but with a breathtaking … Continue reading
