This pdf/pamphlet is like a CliffNotes study
guide for the Major Prophets Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. These
four prophets ministered at times of great social turmoil. It
gives brief factual information about the approximate time and location of
their ministry as well as the historical perspective. A colorful chart showing the
various kings of Judah and Israel as well as foreign powers that interacted
with God’s chosen people.
When teaching a book of the bible it is
helpful to find a source which will give you some valuable information in a
nutshell. For example as I taught the book of Daniel over a twelve-week period.
This resource would have been helpful to give me a global view of happening in
the different territories. When doing an in-depth study it is hard to find time
to research the other books that share the same span of history. Now as I teach
Gospel of Matthew I can use this same pamphlet to find references to the
Messiah and the fulfillment through Jesus Christ.
An overview of each prophet gives a simple
outline, their major themes and a few memorable scriptures. A nice color map is included showing the areas of
each empire and the reach of the Assyrians.
The ministry of the major prophets was
not to teach. God used them to call his
people to repent of their rebellion, greatest challenge was to get the people
to change their attitudes and behaviors and return to God. During their captivity by the Assyrians and
Babylon, the prophets provided them hope and helped guide them when they finally
returned to Jerusalem to rebuild the walls and the city.They also reminded the people of God’s
faithfulness and compassion.
