Recently, I've been reading up on the contemporary prophets of the OT. And boy it sure is scary. The God that could send earthquakes, fires, destroy nations, etc etc. It sure gave a new dimension to the way I see Him.
Many passages talk about the judgement of nations, and Israel as well. It always seems that the OT God is separate from the NT God. The old was righteous, impartial, a judge of nations; the new was a God of grace, love, mercy.
Through the readings, it has really got into my skull that God is the same past present or future.
One book that really left a deep impression on me is the book of Jonah.
God loved the Assyrians too. He loved them so much he sent Jonah to proffer a chance of to turn from their wicked ways. The last few verses of Jonah was an insight into God's character. That God valued mercy over judgement. He was patient and judgement was like a last resort.
Was really awed at God's love. How he loves them so much. How he loves me so much.
Thank You God for Your love. You are awesome, majetic, infinite, and the supreme Ruler of all, yet You choose to invest, sacrifice and love a person like me.
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