Day 296 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. God reveals that various nations, including Ammon, Edom, and Damascus, will face their comeuppance for past misdeeds. Even the mighty Babylon, once God's tool for punishing others, is not exempt and will be shattered. It's a reminder that no nation is beyond the reach of divine justice, and those who oppress will eventually face consequences.

In 2 Timothy 2, Paul dishes out some solid life and ministry advice to Timothy. He tells him to be strong and to pass on the teachings to trustworthy people. Using analogies, Paul highlights the dedication needed in serving God, comparing it to the discipline of soldiers, athletes, and farmers. There's also a heads-up to avoid pointless debates, which only lead to chaos. And, in times of doubt, he reminds Timothy of the solid foundation of God's truth.

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Jeremiah 49:7-39

Jeremiah 50:1-10

2 Timothy 2

Proverbs 25:21-28

Proverbs 26:1-2

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Day 295 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. We dive into prophecies concerning Moab and Ammon, neighbors of Israel. Chapter 48 is all about Moab. Jeremiah announces its impending doom at the hands of Babylon. Despite Moab's pride and its trust in its fortresses, the nation will be devastated, and its people will wail. Yet, there's a glimmer of hope as God promises to eventually restore Moab's fortunes. The start of Chapter 49 focuses on the Ammonites. They're called out for seizing Israel's land, but just like with Moab, Babylon's going to give them a hard time. Yet again, amid the doom and gloom, God promises a future restoration for Ammon.

In 2 Timothy 1, Paul starts off with some warm vibes, expressing his longing to see Timothy and reminiscing about Timothy's sincere faith, which he first saw in his grandma Lois and mom Eunice. Paul then reminds him to fan the flame of the spiritual gift God gave him and not to be ashamed of the testimony about the Lord. Paul emphasizes the power, love, and self-discipline God offers, rather than a spirit of fear. He also mentions some friends (and not-so-friends) in passing, giving us a bit of a peek into early Christian social dynamics.

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Jeremiah 48

Jeremiah 49:1-6

2 Timothy 1

Psalm 119:81-88

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Day 294 of the One Year Audio Bible Podcast. We get a dive into prophecies about nations other than Israel. Chapter 46 is all about Egypt. Jeremiah predicts Egypt's defeat by Babylon at the battle of Carchemish and further invasions that'll hit Egypt. Despite their mighty army, Egypt's gonna have a tough time. Chapter 47 pivots to the Philistines, especially their main city, Gaza. The prophecy here? A flood of invaders (Babylon) will come from the north, causing widespread destruction. In 1 Timothy 6:3-21, Paul drops some wisdom about the dangers of loving money. He starts by calling out anyone teaching false doctrines and then dives into the classic line, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil." He warns that this desire has led many away from the faith. But Timothy? He's told to flee from these things and fight the good fight of faith. Paul urges him to keep the commands without spot or blame until Jesus returns. The chapter ends with instructions for the rich to be generous and for Timothy to guard the faith, avoiding godless chatter.

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Jeremiah 46

Jeremiah 47

1 Timothy 6:3-21

Psalm 119:73-80

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Day 293 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. After having explicitly been told by God through Jeremiah to stay in Judah, a group, including Jeremiah and Baruch, is forcibly taken to Egypt by some rebellious folks. Once in Egypt, Jeremiah warns that Babylon will conquer Egypt and that they'll face the same woes they ran from. Chapter 45 focuses on a personal word from God to Baruch, basically telling him not to seek great things for himself because tough times are coming. In 1 Timothy 5-6:2, Paul provides Timothy with guidelines on how to relate to various church members. He gives advice on treating older men and women respectfully, supporting widows who genuinely need help, and ensuring elders who do their jobs well are valued. He then warns against younger widows becoming idle and gossipy. Moving on to 6:1-2, Paul tells slaves (or servants) to respect their masters, especially if they're believers.

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Jeremiah 43

Jeremiah 44

Jeremiah 45

1 Timothy 5

1 Timothy 6:1-2

Psalm 119:65-72

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Day 292 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Post-fall-of-Jerusalem events unfold. Gedaliah is appointed as governor in Judah by the Babylonians. But, oh snap! Ishmael, of the royal family, assassins Gedaliah and causes a bunch of chaos, leading many to consider fleeing to Egypt. They ask Jeremiah what God thinks about that. Jeremiah's like, "Stay put, and you'll be fine. Go to Egypt, and you'll face disaster." But, classic move, they doubt Jeremiah and decide Egypt sounds great. Paul gives Timothy a heads-up: some people will abandon the faith for deceptive teachings, like forbidding marriage or certain foods. But Paul reminds him that everything God created is good if it's received with gratitude. He advises Timothy to focus on being a good servant of Christ, to train himself in godliness, and not to let anyone look down on him for being young.

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Jeremiah 40:7-16

Jeremiah 41

Jeremiah 42

1 Timothy 4

Proverbs 25:11-20

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Day 291 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Jeremiah is tossed into a muddy cistern for his unpopular prophecies, but an official, Ebed-melech, persuades King Zedekiah to pull him out. Then, Zedekiah secretly meets Jeremiah, seeking God's guidance, but still hesitates to follow through. The Babylonians finally capture Jerusalem, and while many are taken as captives, Jeremiah is freed and treated kindly. Nebuzaradan, the Babylonian commander, tells Jeremiah he can stay in Judah or come to Babylon. Jeremiah chooses to stay with the Judean remnant. Paul lays out the criteria for church leaders. He discusses qualifications for overseers (or bishops) and deacons, emphasizing good behavior, family leadership, and a strong faith.

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Jeremiah 38

Jeremiah 39

Jeremiah 40:1-6

1 Timothy 3

Psalm 119:57-64

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Day 290 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. Jeremiah praises the obedient Rechabites, gets his warning scroll burned by King Jehoiakim, and ends up in jail under King Zedekiah. A series of ups and downs for the prophet. Paul urges believers to pray for everyone, including leaders, for peaceful and godly lives. He also discusses the roles of men and women in worship, stating that men should pray without anger and women should dress modestly and learn quietly.

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Jeremiah 35

Jeremiah 36

Jeremiah 37

1 Timothy 2

Psalm 119: 49-56

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Day 289 of the Holy Bible One Year CHALLENGE. God confirms to Jeremiah that, yes, the city will be handed over to the Babylonians because the people of Israel have been super naughty. Despite this grim news, God also promises that eventually, He'll bring them back, and they'll buy fields in the land again. Chapter 33 further emphasizes God's promise to restore Israel and Judah, bringing health, healing, and a descendant of David as a righteous king. In Chapter 34, Jeremiah gives King Zedekiah a heads up: he's going to be captured by the king of Babylon. The chapter wraps with a bit about how the people had briefly freed their Hebrew slaves, but then re-enslaved them, which, as you might guess, doesn't make God happy at all. In 1 Timothy 1, Paul writes to his buddy Timothy and gives him a sort of pep talk. He tells him to warn others in Ephesus about teaching wrong doctrines and getting sidetracked by myths. Paul then gets a bit personal, thanking Jesus for his own transformation from a former blasphemer and persecutor to a believer. He emphasizes God's immense grace and patience. The chapter wraps up with Paul reminding Timothy to hold onto his faith and keep a good conscience.

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Jeremiah 32: 26-44

Jeremiah 33

Jeremiah 34

1 Timothy 1

Psalm 119:41-48

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