tion of Israel, who are to possess Edom and
Philistia, and enjoy the promises of the Messiah.

#Jonah#

The story of Jonah's mission to the Ninevites, his
wilfulness, and God's love for the nations.

#Micah#

Depicts the fall of Israel and Judah; the better things to
come; foretells invasions of Sennacherib and Shalmaneser, the
dispersion of Israel, destruction of Jerusalem and Assyria,
and the birthplace and kingdom of Christ.

#Nahum#

A _consoler_ from Jehovah, foretelling the downfall of
Assyria, and repeating Jonah's denunciations of Assyria.

#Habakkuk#

Foretells destruction of the Chaldeans; utters song of praise
for the power and mercy of Jehovah, with confidence in his
mercy on his people.

#Zephaniah#

Prophetic warnings against Judah, and the Baal and Moloch
worship, ending with reproofs to Jerusalem, and promise of
final restoration.

#Haggai#

An arousement of the people to support Zerubbabel and Joshua
(the high priest) in building the Temple.

#Zechariah#

Encourages the Jews to push on in building the Temple;
foreshadows national history and the coming of the Messiah.

#Malachi#

Reproves the profanation of the priests in the New Temple,
and foretells the appearance of the Messiah to purify the
Temple.

The New Testament--Historical Books

#Matthew#

The nature of the Kingdom of Heaven; the miracles to
illustrate Jesus' teachings; the opposition of Pharisees;
Jesus as the kingly Messiah.

#Mark#

Emphasizes the deeds of Christ, the mighty Saviour.

#Luke#

Sets forth the redemptive character of Christ.

#John#

Emphasizes the deity of Christ.

#Acts#

The history of the founding and extending of the Christian
Church--under Peter and Paul.

The Epistles--Pauline

#Romans#

The summary of God's dealings with mankind, from first
adoption to sonship, showing sinfulness of human race; the
way of salvation; the Christian's duty and privileges; the
development of truth; personal messages.

#1 and 2 Corinthians#

(1) The church as it was at that time; reproof of the
factional spirit; intercourse with heathen; words about the
Lord's supper; resurrection of the dead. (2) The model
pastor; thankfulness for the removal of evils against which
Paul ha