Jun. 14, 2026

Obadiah 2-14

The Hurt

1. Judgement of Esau (vs. 2-4)

A. You Might Be Favored Now (v. 2)

The Humbling

B. Addressing Pride (vs. 3, 4)

Talk about Holding a Grudge

Genesis 25:29-34

Hebrews 12:14-17

Judges 1:36

2 Kings 14:7

The Lord through the prophet says that their heart attitude is just like the rocks that they live in.

C. Humility Month

Philippians 2:3-8

Philippians 2:9-11

No one gets a pass here

2. The Lament Over Esau (vs. 5-9)

A. A Literal Dirge for Esau (vs. 5-7)

Isaiah 10:20-22

- Treasures are gone

- Their very allies will come against them

- The deception is set like a trap. They eat bread together and yet they will deceive them.

B. Judgement is Coming (vs. 8, 9)

Geography - Teman was representative of the entire country. Mount Esau was representative of the place of influence in Edom.

Wise

Mighty men

Every man

3. God Rewinds the Tape (vs. 10-14)

A. Esau Was Passive/ Uncaring (vs. 10, 11)

“That day” =destruction of Jerusalem 587 BC

B. God plays back the video (vs. 12-14)

Celebrating the demise of Judah (v. 12) -

Psalm 137:7

Looting The Wealth of Judah (v.13)

Rounding Up Israelites for Babylon (v. 14)

C. God sees every hurt

Two Lies Believed Today

1. God Does not Judge

2. God Does not Care about your hurt

“My argument against God was that the universe seemed so cruel and unjust. But how had I got this idea of just and unjust? A man does not call a line crooked unless he has some idea of a straight line. What was I comparing this universe with when I called it unjust?” CS Lewis, Mere Christianity

Amos 5:24

Isaiah 61:8

Hebrews 10:30-31

Romans 3:23-26

1 Peter 5:6-7

Lamentations 3:21-24

“I looked a little at the presence of care in the world. It uses that word care,
c-a-r-e. And of course, that means anxieties carried to the point of hidden fears, anxieties and fears, their care. Now, fears and anxieties have a reason for existing. Let us remember that.” AW Tozer, “Casting All Your Care Upon Him“

Acts 8:1-3

Psalm 56:8

Reflection:

Does Jesus Care?
Does Jesus care when my heart is pained
Too deeply for mirth and song?
When the burdens press and the cares distress
And the way grows weary and long?
Does Jesus care when I've tried and failed
To resist some temptation strong?
When, for my deep grief, I find no relief
Though the tears flow all the night long?
Does Jesus care when I've said good-bye
To the dearest on earth to me?
And my sad heart aches till it nearly breaks
Is it felt by Him? Does He see?
Refrain: Oh yes, He cares, I know He cares
His heart is touched with my grief
When my days are weary, the long night is dreary
I know my Savior cares -J. Lincoln Hall / Frank E. Graeff

Follow UP in the Word through the Week…

Monday:

Genesis 25:29-34.

As you read about this broken relationship, what other relationships have you personally witnessed that have taken on this kind of a grudge? How do you guard against this?

Tuesday:

Hebrews 12:14-17

What practical advice is offered in dealing with bitterness and grudges in these verses? Have you been challenged to follow through on these directives in your life?

Wednesday:

Philippians 2:3-8

How does Christ’s example of humility challenge you today? What ways do you need to call on Him to correct what lacks in humility in your life?

Thursday:

Philippians 2:9-11

In what way is this terrific news? In what way is this bad news? How would you explain this to someone who may be demanding their own brand of “justice” in the present?

Friday:

Romans 3:23-26

What insight do we find in these verses regarding God’s justice? What impact has that had on your life?

Saturday:

Lamentations 3:21-24

As you read these words today, you read words recorded by a contemporary of Obadiah. With all the destruction he saw, he still was able to see who the LORD truly is. How can these verses help you keep perspective in your life as well?