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Nahum

Nahum
NahumSteve Gregg

The book of Nahum, written during a time of Assyrian rule and addressing the city of Nineveh, showcases the divine judgment of God upon wickedness. The speaker explores the significance of the poetic style used by the prophets, highlighting God's firm stance on holding the guilty accountable. While the Assyrians may have temporarily repented due to Jonah's preaching, their destructive ways continued, leading to their ultimate downfall. The speaker emphasizes the powerful imagery in Nahum, illustrating the impending ruin of Nineveh and the fear that gripped its inhabitants.

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