The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 201: Keys to the Kingdom (2022)
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Jul 20, 2022 AI Snips
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Prophecy of Babylon's Fall
- Isaiah 21 prophesies Persia's march against Babylon using ancient names like Elam and Medea.
- This prophecy, along with the fall of Babylon, is foretold through a watchman on a watchtower.
Christians as Watchmen
- Christians should act as watchmen, declaring what they see without creating problems.
- This applies to families, parishes, and cultures, warning of potential dangers.
Importance of Isaiah 22
- Isaiah 22 is important because it prophesies about Jerusalem and two key figures: Shebna and Eliakim.
- Shebna, the prime minister, is rebuked for self-exaltation, and Eliakim is appointed as his successor.