Latter Prophet: Ezekiel

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

The Latter Prophet, Ezekiel, sends God’s message that each person is responsible for his conduct. Ezekiel is a Zadokite priest and was deported to Babylon.

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

Latter Prophet: Hosea

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

The Latter Prophet, Hosea, brings the message of how harmful syncretism can be in religions theologies. The Canaanites brought many gods to the table for the Israelites to worship. The Israelites did not resist this syncretism and it proved to be the downfall of their civilization.

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

Latter Prophet: Joel

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

The Latter Prophet, Joel, is a humble messenger of God. He sees the relationship between Judah and God as unconditional and based on the covenant. He sees God as active in world events, never passive.

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

Latter Prophet: Amos

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

The Latter Prophet, Amos, calls for social and religious reform. His message is: widows, orphans & children need better care and society as an obligation to help.

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

Latter Prophet: Obadiah

Lynn Jackson

September 5, 2013

The Latter Prophet, Obadiah, is a Levite who offers healing by declaring the triumph of justice. Obadiah sees God as sovereign and capable of overcoming the disobedience of the people.