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A GOLDEN AGE TO COME AFTER THE BABYLONIAN CAPTIVITY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
Micah 4:1-5:1
Psalm 49
"…God will redeem my soul
from the power of the grave…"
A GOLDEN AGE TO COME AFTER THE BABYLONIAN CAPTIVITY
One characteristic of Old Testament prophecy is that the prophet, while lamenting over the evils of his day, would invariably look forward to that day when restoration shall come to this sin-cursed earth. Of particular prominence are the glowing terms by which that Golden Age is described in Micah. Micah 4:1-3 = Isaiah 2:2-4 almost word for word. Micah’s description transcends even that in Isaiah with Micah 4:4. This verse is reflective of the zenith of prosperity attained by Israel in the earlier part of Solomon’s reign, which was a foreshadowing of the Greater Solomon in His millennial rule. New Bible Commentary (pg 756): "This indicates that the final world order will not be any kind of socialist or Marxist state ownership of all property, but every man will remain undisturbed in the enjoyment of his own personal property."
Before the Golden Age comes, Israel must go through many sufferings, even into exile after exile, when the Lord will come to their rescue and be their King. Before the final regathering, however, Judah must be taken into captivity by the Babylonians (Mic 4:10).
The prophet leapt forward into the distant future again where he saw many nations gathered against Mount Zion. God who is Israel’s secret defence will equip Israel with "iron horns" and "brass (bronze) hoofs" (Mic 4:13), with such powerful offensive and defensive weapons that would repel their invaders. The many wars Israel had won against her enemies since her independence in 1948 are progressive fulfilments of this divine guarantee.
In view of the fact that regathered Israel today is fast fulfilling the Messianic prophecies, do you not realise how momentous are the days in which we live? The coming of our Saviour is so near. Are you ready to meet Him? What have you done for His Kingdom?
THOUGHT: "Prepare to meet thy God."
PRAYER: Lord, impress upon my heart the nearness of Thy return.
Posted in Adult RPG
Micah 4:1-5:1
Psalm 49
"…God will redeem my soul
from the power of the grave…"
A GOLDEN AGE TO COME AFTER THE BABYLONIAN CAPTIVITY
One characteristic of Old Testament prophecy is that the prophet, while lamenting over the evils of his day, would invariably look forward to that day when restoration shall come to this sin-cursed earth. Of particular prominence are the glowing terms by which that Golden Age is described in Micah. Micah 4:1-3 = Isaiah 2:2-4 almost word for word. Micah’s description transcends even that in Isaiah with Micah 4:4. This verse is reflective of the zenith of prosperity attained by Israel in the earlier part of Solomon’s reign, which was a foreshadowing of the Greater Solomon in His millennial rule. New Bible Commentary (pg 756): "This indicates that the final world order will not be any kind of socialist or Marxist state ownership of all property, but every man will remain undisturbed in the enjoyment of his own personal property."
Before the Golden Age comes, Israel must go through many sufferings, even into exile after exile, when the Lord will come to their rescue and be their King. Before the final regathering, however, Judah must be taken into captivity by the Babylonians (Mic 4:10).
The prophet leapt forward into the distant future again where he saw many nations gathered against Mount Zion. God who is Israel’s secret defence will equip Israel with "iron horns" and "brass (bronze) hoofs" (Mic 4:13), with such powerful offensive and defensive weapons that would repel their invaders. The many wars Israel had won against her enemies since her independence in 1948 are progressive fulfilments of this divine guarantee.
In view of the fact that regathered Israel today is fast fulfilling the Messianic prophecies, do you not realise how momentous are the days in which we live? The coming of our Saviour is so near. Are you ready to meet Him? What have you done for His Kingdom?
THOUGHT: "Prepare to meet thy God."
PRAYER: Lord, impress upon my heart the nearness of Thy return.
Posted in Adult RPG