Old Testament Survey
CHAPTER THIRTY-SEVEN
ZEPHANIAH
OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:
- Name the author of the book of Zephaniah.
- Identify to whom the book of Zephaniah was written.
- State the purpose for the book of Zephaniah.
- Write the Key Verse of the book of Zephaniah from memory.
- State the Life and Ministry Principle for the book of Zephaniah.
INTRODUCTION
AUTHOR: Zephaniah
TO WHOM: Israel
PURPOSE: To warn Israel and all nations of the judgment of God.
KEY VERSE: Zephaniah 3:17
LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: God is mighty to save.
MAIN CHARACTER: Zephaniah
OUTLINE
I. Introduction: Zephaniah 1:1-3
A. The messenger: Zephaniah 1:1
B. Summary of the message: Zephaniah 1:2-3
II. A look within: Zephaniah 1:4-2:3
A. The fact of judgment: Zephaniah 1:4-14
1. Judgment on four kinds of worshipers: Zephaniah 1:4-7
2. Judgment on sinners of every rank: Zephaniah 1:8-13