Israel Was Meant to Be a Light to the Nations | Day 181
Day 181 | 2 Kings 16:19-20; 2 Chronicles 28:26-27; Isaiah 13:1–16:14Isaiah zooms out to pronounce judgment not just on Israel, but on the surrounding nations—Babylon, Assyria, Philistia, and Moab. Through these prophecies, we see a common theme: pride leads to destruction. Even as God uses some of these nations to carry out His plans, their arrogance blinds them to their own coming judgment. Israel, called to be a light to the nations, has instead been influenced by them. Yet, through it all, God continues to offer refuge for the humble and hope for those who repent before time runs out.Hosts: Ben Taylor. Derek EwaltVisit bellevue.org/bible for more resources and to download our reading plan.#ChronologicalBibleJourney #ChronologicalBible #BellevueBaptistChurch
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A Future Day Without War | Day 180
Day 180 | Isaiah 1:21–5:30In the middle of Israel’s sin and looming judgment, Isaiah offers a stunning vision of the future: a day when the nations will stream to Jerusalem to worship the Lord, weapons will be turned into tools of peace, and God will dwell again with His people. This episode shifts our eyes forward—to hope, restoration, and the promise that one day, God will make everything new. Until then, we are called to walk in the light of the Lord even in a dark world.Hosts: Derek Ewalt, Michael PritchardVisit bellevue.org/bible for more resources and to download our reading plan.#ChronologicalBibleJourney #ChronologicalBible #BellevueBaptistChurch
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Israel Is Exiled to Assyria for Worshiping Other Gods | Day 179
Day 179 | Isaiah 28:1-29, 2 Kings 17:5, 2 Kings 18:9-12, 2 Kings 17:6-41, Isaiah 1:1-20Israel’s long disobedience reaches its breaking point. After centuries of idol worship, pride, child sacrifice, and ignoring God’s warnings, the northern kingdom falls to Assyria and is exiled. But even in the midst of judgment, Isaiah offers a word of hope: if the people will wash themselves, give up evil, and seek justice, God will make their sins white as snow. Today’s reading contrasts the weight of sin’s consequences with the mercy still extended to all who repent.Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Ben TaylorVisit bellevue.org/bible for more resources and to download our reading plan.#ChronologicalBibleJourney #ChronologicalBible #BellevueBaptistChurch
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Israel Turns to Assyria Instead of God | Day 178
Day 178 | Hosea 9:1–14:9As Hosea closes, God’s heart is laid bare—grieved, yet full of mercy. He remembers how vibrant Israel once was, like fresh grapes in the desert, but now they’ve become as vile as the idols they chase. Still, the Lord pleads: “Return to Me, and I will heal your faithlessness.” Though judgment is near, this chapter is a final call to repentance, filled with images of restoration, flourishing, and divine love. In these closing verses, we see not just a warning, but a beautiful promise—one that still echoes today.Hosts: Derek Ewalt, Noah SidhomVisit bellevue.org/bible for more resources and to download our reading plan.#ChronologicalBibleJourney #ChronologicalBible #BellevueBaptistChurch
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Hosea Redeems His Wife from Slavery | Day 177
Day 177 | Hosea 2:14–8:14The book of Hosea continues with a jarring act of grace: God tells Hosea to go and redeem his unfaithful wife, buying her back despite betrayal and public shame. This living parable reveals the heart of God—a faithful Redeemer who pursues, loves, and restores even the most wayward people. As Israel runs to Egypt and Assyria instead of turning to the Lord, the tragedy deepens. Yet, woven throughout the warnings and heartbreak is a promise of hope: God will once again call His people “loved” and “mine.”Hosts: Ben Taylor, Michael PritchardVisit bellevue.org/bible for more resources and to download our reading plan.#ChronologicalBibleJourney #ChronologicalBible #BellevueBaptistChurch
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