because Herod feared John and protected him, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man. When he heard John’s words, he was greatly perplexed; yet he listened to him gladly.
But if we say, ‘From men,’ we are afraid of the people, for they all regard John as a prophet.”
Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet.
John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light.
When Jehoiada was old and full of years, he died at the age of 130.
Indeed, you are to them like a singer of love songs with a beautiful voice, who skillfully plays an instrument. They hea
Jehoshaphat affirmed, “The word of the LORD is with him.” So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat and the king of Edom wen
Then they believed His promises and sang His praise.
This is the dream that I, King Nebuchadnezzar, saw. Now, Belteshazzar, tell me the interpretation, because none of the w
And Joash did what was right in the eyes of the LORD all the days of Jehoiada the priest.
And when the king of Israel saw them, he asked Elisha, “My father, shall I kill them? Shall I kill them?”
He sought God throughout the days of Zechariah, who instructed him in the fear of God. And as long as he sought the LORD
When Elisha had fallen sick with the illness from which he would die, Jehoash king of Israel came down to him and wept o
When the chief priests and scribes heard this, they looked for a way to kill Him. For they were afraid of Him, because t
And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among
Therefore, may my advice be pleasing to you, O king. Break away from your sins by doing what is right, and from your ini
Some are like the seeds sown on rocky ground. They hear the word and at once receive it with joy.
In response, Daniel said to the king, “You may keep your gifts for yourself and give your rewards to someone else. Never
When Elijah arrived, Ahab said to him, “So you have found me out, my enemy.” He replied, “I have found you out because y
And the LORD gave the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians. Moreover, Moses himself was highly regarded in Egypt b