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Editorial – The Future of Babylon and Jerusalem

November 1, 2021 by John J. Grosboll

The destruction of the ancient city of Babylon is a symbol of the coming destruction of the entire world. The destruction of the city of Jerusalem and its stately temple is also a symbol of the destruction of the world

Bible Study Guides – Prophecies of Doom and of Deliverance

November 27, 2018 by Reformation Herald Publishing

February 8, 2009 – February 14, 2009 – “The kingdom of Judah, prosperous throughout the times of Hezekiah, was once more brought low during the long years of Manasseh’s wicked reign, when paganism was revived, and many of the people were led into idolatry. ‘Manasseh made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to err, and to do worse than the heathen.’ II Chronicles 33:9.

Bible Study Guides – Jeremiah Grieves for His People

November 14, 2018 by Reformation Herald Publishing

May 24, 2009 – May 30, 2009 – How did the priests, false prophets, and people react to Jeremiah’s message? Jeremiah 26:7, 8. Who else heard about the prophet’s declaration? Jeremiah 26:10–12.

Bible Study Guides – The Impending Judgment

November 14, 2018 by Reformation Herald Publishing

May 3, 2009 – May 9, 2009 – What calamity was predicted to come upon Judah? Jeremiah 4:5–8. What nation was identified as being the lion of verse 7? Jeremiah 50:43, 44.

Bible Study Guides – Captivity and Restoration

November 8, 2018 by Reformation Herald Publishing

June 21, 2009 – June 27, 2009 – He had been prophesying a long period of captivity in faraway Babylon. Already advanced in years, he could never hope to receive personal benefit from the purchase he had made.

Neglectful Blindness in the Light of Truth

March 26, 2018 by John J. Grosboll

A few days before His crucifixion, Jesus left the Jewish temple in Jerusalem for the last time. He had just denounced the hypocrisy of the Jewish leaders and of the nation as a whole and as He was leaving He made this pronouncement. He said, “See, your house is left to you desolate.” Matthew 23:38.

Lives of Unfaithfulness

January 7, 2018 by John J. Grosboll

The Jews misunderstood who it was that truly represented Israel. They thought that by making a profession and joining their church, then you were part of Israel. But John the Baptist said no, a profession without a corresponding character is nothing.

Editorial – Sinners in Zion, part 1

December 12, 2017 by John J. Grosboll

Zion is of the hills on which the city of Jerusalem is built. Since the ark of God was transferred to Zion, it was referred to as the place where God dwelt.