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Trace it through history—people who turn their backs on God are eventually brought to their knees. As we follow the destruction of Assyria, we’ll learn how a once great and cruel nation was brought to judgment and simply wiped from the face of the earth. It’s a solemn lesson we would be wise to heed.

Correctly understanding and interpreting the Bible adds depth and beauty to our understanding—and to do it incorrectly leads to wrong assumptions and false doctrine. Learn more about the judgment of the Assyrians and the important connection between the books of Nahum and Jonah.

How can you refute those who say the Bible is full of errors? Nahum has the answers. Discover striking evidence that will boost our assurance that God’s Word can be trusted and help us understand how the book of Nahum holds a key to interpreting the entire Word of God.

Although the people of Nineveh ultimately repented and God did not destroy them as Jonah had warned, it’s now 100 years later. The people of Nineveh have forgotten the mercy of God and are back to their treacherous ways. How will Nahum handle them? Will he destroy their idols? Will they repent? Will God save and restore them? Will He save us when we sin?

Jonah’s message to Nineveh revealed the love of God, and Nahum’s message reveals his justice. As we learn that God is patient and slow to anger, we’ll also learn that when He punishes countries and evil doers, it’s really out of love.

When reading the Bible, a good rule to keep in mind is, “Not all of it is to us, but no matter where you turn in the Word of God, it is all for us.” That’s what we hear in the prophetic Old Testament book of Nahum. Nahum means “comfort.” While he prophesies judgment, it can also be a comfort to the enemies of the one being judged.

In this conclusion to 3 John, we’re reminded of the importance of encouraging and supporting the work of those who preach the Word of God. Learn more about Demetrius, an itinerant preacher who carried the gospel throughout the Roman Empire and whom John calls a faithful, dependable brother and a man of God. We’ll also hear more of John’s praise for Gaius and be reminded that to be of God we are not to imitate evil, but only what is good—like these faithful men.

Who is Diotrephes? And, what can we learn from him? That’s what we’ll learn as the Apostle Paul introduces us to a man Dr. McGee calls “a rascal in the early church.” Travel back to the first century as we study Diotrephes’ malicious statements against the apostles, his refusal to entertain missionaries, and how he excommunicated those who did entertain missionaries.

J. Vernon McGee, a renowned Bible teacher and theologian, dives into the teachings from 3 John while celebrating the joy of believers who walk in truth. He emphasizes the importance of discernment in welcoming genuine Bible teachers and discusses how community support fosters ministry. McGee also highlights the crucial role of the Holy Spirit and reflects on the character Diotrephes, encouraging further exploration. Expect insights on scripture study resources that enhance understanding and engagement within the Christian community.

The Bible is a book of true stories from people’s lives throughout history. The Apostle John wrote the book of 3 John at the end of the first century—over fifty years after he had walked with Jesus. Meet three of the earliest followers of Christ as John gives us a snapshot of what life was like for those in the early church and how we too can grow in holiness, grace, and the knowledge of God as we walk and work in the truth.