Biblical Gems
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Select Biblical Gems: The Onesimus Malatji Edition represents a unique and thoughtful curation of the Bible's shorter books, offering a distinctive approach to biblical literature. This edition, carefully assembled by Onesimus Malatji, focuses on the concise and potent messages found in the Bible's less extensive books, providing a comprehensive yet streamlined spiritual journey.In the Old Testament, the collection includes books like Ruth, Jonah, and Obadiah, each offering its own unique blend of historical narrative, prophetic messages, and spiritual lessons. These books delve into themes such as loyalty, repentance, and God's justice and mercy, providing insights into the rich tapestry of Judeo-Christian beliefs and ethics.Transitioning to the New Testament, this edition highlights books such as Philemon and Jude. Philemon explores themes of forgiveness and reconciliation in a personal and powerful manner, while Jude warns against false teachings and encourages steadfastness in faith.Each book is selected not only for its brevity but also for its profound impact, ensuring that "Select Biblical Gems: The Onesimus Malatji Edition" serves as both an enlightening introduction to the Bible for newcomers and a refreshing re-exploration for seasoned readers. The edition is designed to inspire, educate, and provoke thoughtful reflection, making the timeless wisdom of the Bible accessible and relevant to a modern audience.
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Table of contents
- Title Page
- Biblical Gems
- Biblical Gems: The Onesimus Malatji Edition | By: Onesimus Malatji
- Trademark Notice:
- Copyright Violation Warning:
- Disclaimer:
- Third-Party Content:
- Endorsements:
- Results Disclaimer:
- Fair Use Notice:
- DEDICATION
- ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
- BIBLICAL GEMS: | THE ONESIMUS MALATJI EDITION
- BIBLICAL GEMS: | THE ONESIMUS MALATJI EDITION
- OLD TESTAMENT SHORT BOOKS
- OBADIAH
- JONAH | Chapter 1: | Jonah Flees From the Lord
- CHAPTER 2: | Jonah's Prayer
- CHAPTER 3: | Jonah Goes to Nineveh
- CHAPTER 4: | Jonah's Anger and God's Compassion
- RUTH | CHAPTER 1: | Naomi Loses Her Husband and Sons
- CHAPTER 2: | Ruth Meets Boaz in the Grain Field
- CHAPTER 3: | Ruth and Boaz at the Threshing Floor
- CHAPTER 4: | Boaz Marries Ruth
- NAHUM | CHAPTER 1: | An Oracle Concerning Nineveh
- CHAPTER 2: | Nineveh Falls to Babylon
- CHAPTER 3: | Woe to Nineveh
- HABAKKUK | CHAPTER 1: | Habakkuk’s Complaint
- The Lord’s Answer
- Habakkuk’s Second Complaint
- CHAPTER 2: | The Lord’s Answer to Habakkuk
- The Lord’s Reply
- CHAPTER 3: | Habakkuk’s Prayer
- HAGGAI | CHAPTER 1: | A Call to Build the House of the Lord
- CHAPTER 2: | The Promised Glory of the New House
- Blessings for a Defiled People
- The priests answered, “No.”
- Zerubbabel the Lord’s Signet Ring
- ZEPHANIAH | CHAPTER 1: | The Coming Judgment on Judah
- CHAPTER 2: | Judgment on Judah's Enemies
- Against Philistia
- Against Moab and Ammon
- Against Cush
- Against Assyria
- CHAPTER 3: | Jerusalem Woe and Joy
- The Lord's Judgment and Salvation
- MALACHI | CHAPTER 1: | Israel Doubts God’s Love
- Blemished Sacrifices
- CHAPTER 2: | Additional Warning to the Priests
- Judah Unfaithful
- CHAPTER 3: | The Messenger of the Lord
- Robbing God
- “In tithes and offerings.
- The Faithful Remnant
- CHAPTER 4: | The Day of the Lord
- JOEL | CHAPTER 1: | The Locust Plague in Judah
- A Call to Lamentation
- CHAPTER 2: | The Day of the Lord
- Rend Your Heart
- The Lord’s Answer
- Surely he has done great things!
- The Day of the Lord
- CHAPTER 3: | The Nations Judged
- Blessings for God’s People
- The Lord dwells in Zion! | NEW TESTAMENT SHORT BOOKS
- PHILEMON
- Thanksgiving and Prayer
- Paul’s Plea for Onesimus
- 2 JOHN
- Walking in the Truth
- Warning Against Deceivers
- Final Greetings
- 3 JOHN
- Support and Opposition
- Demetrius
- Final Greetings
- JUDE
- The Sin and Doom of Ungodly People
- A Call to Persevere
- Doxology
- TITUS | CHAPTER 1: | Introduction
- Appointing Elders Who Love What Is Good
- Rebuking Those Who Fail to Do Good
- CHAPTER 2: | What Must Be Taught to Various Groups
- The Grace of God
- CHAPTER 3: | Doing What Is Good
- Final Remarks and Greetings
- 2 THESSALONIANS | CHAPTER 1: | Introduction
- Thanksgiving and Prayer
- CHAPTER 2: | The Man of Lawlessness
- Stand Firm
- CHAPTER 3: | Request for Prayer
- Warning Against Idleness
- Final Greetings
- 2 TIMOTHY | CHAPTER 1: | Greetings
- Thanksgiving
- Appeal for Loyalty to Paul and the Gospel
- Examples of Disloyalty and Loyalty
- CHAPTER 2: | A Good Soldier of Christ Jesus
- Dealing with False Teachers
- CHAPTER 3: | Godlessness in the Last Days
- All Scripture Is God-Breathed
- CHAPTER 4: | Preach the Word
- Paul’s Charge to Timothy
- Personal Remarks
- Final Greetings
- PHILIPPIANS | CHAPTER 1: | Greetings
- Thanksgiving and Prayer
- Paul’s Chains Advance the Gospel
- CHAPTER 2: | Imitating Christ’s Humility
- Do Everything Without Grumbling
- Timothy and Epaphroditus
- CHAPTER 3: | No Confidence in the Flesh
- Pressing on Toward the Goal
- Join Together in Following My Example
- CHAPTER 4: | Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity
- Final Exhortations
- Thanks for Their Gifts
- Final Greetings
- COLOSSIANS | CHAPTER 1: | Greetings
- Thanksgiving and Prayer
- The Supremacy of the Son of God
- Paul’s Labour for the Church
- CHAPTER 2: | Paul’s Labour for the Church
- Freedom from Human Rules
- Not Legalism but Christ
- CHAPTER 3: | Living as Those Made Alive in Christ
- Instructions for Christian Households
- CHAPTER 4: | Final Instructions and Greetings
- Further Instructions
- Final Greetings
