Jeremiah Overview
Bible Book OverviewsSteve Gregg
In this overview, Steve Gregg delves into the historical context and major themes of the book of Jeremiah in the Bible. Jeremiah, a true prophet who countered false prophets, prophesied the destruction and captivity of Judah by Babylon and accurately predicted that they would be in captivity for 70 years. Gregg highlights the significance of Jeremiah's predictions of the New Covenant, which Jesus references in his teachings, and discusses the acted parables and visions in the book that convey important messages for readers.
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In this overview of the book of Lamentations, Steve Gregg highlights several key features of the text, including its likely authorship by Jeremiah and
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Ezekiel Overview (Part 1)
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg offers an overview of the book of Ezekiel, which is often considered the most difficult book in the Old Testament. Eze
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Isaiah Overview (Part 2)
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In this overview, Steve Gregg discusses the authorship and themes of the Book of Isaiah, as well as some controversies surrounding it. While some scho
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