“This is the way of an adulteress: She eats and wipes her mouth and says, ‘I’ve done nothing wrong.’”
Proverbs 30:20
Jezebel and King Ahab were the Bible’s poster children for marital dysfunction. Contrary to God’s will, many Israelite kings took wives from surrounding nations and found themselves pressed into allowing idol worship in the kingdom. Even the wisest, King Solomon, caved to this pressure, choosing to pacify his wives rather than honor the Lord. Sacrificing one’s convictions for fear of strife or reprisal never bears anything good, whether in a kingdom, a church, or a home.
In the last book of the Bible, the church in Thyatira was commended for spiritual growth, though the Lord held one thing against them. They were allowing a woman in the congregation (referred to as Jezebel in Revelation 2:20) to mislead others. Calling herself a prophetess, she encouraged eating food sacrificed to idols and engagement in sexual immorality. The silent onlookers were rebuked, but the Lord commended those who stood by their convictions, saying to them, “Only hold on to what you have until I come” (2:25).
As Christ’s bride, hold onto what you have: Jesus!
In the last book of the Bible, the church in Thyatira was commended for spiritual growth, though the Lord held one thing against them. They were allowing a woman in the congregation (referred to as Jezebel in Revelation 2:20) to mislead others. Calling herself a prophetess, she encouraged eating food sacrificed to idols and engagement in sexual immorality. The silent onlookers were rebuked, but the Lord commended those who stood by their convictions, saying to them, “Only hold on to what you have until I come” (2:25).
As Christ’s bride, hold onto what you have: Jesus!
Scripture Focus
Revelation 2:18-26
Insight
“The bride belongs to the bridegroom.” (John 3:29)
Bible In A Year
- Isaiah 27-28
- Psalm 84
- Acts 5-6