Old Testament · Prophecy
The Book of Obadiah
Pride falls; the kingdom belongs to the LORD.
The shortest OT book pronounces judgment on Edom and hope for Judah.
Author and background of Obadiah
Author
Obadiah
Date written
c. 586 BC
Original audience
Edom and Judah.
Likely after Jerusalem's fall.
Major themes of Obadiah
The theology of Obadiah centers on god's character and glory and sin, grace, and redemption. Trace these threads as you read.
God's character and glory
Every page reveals more of who God is — His holiness, mercy, and steadfast love.
Sin, grace, and redemption
Scripture diagnoses our brokenness honestly and points us to the rescue God provides.
Covenant and promise
God binds Himself to His people in faithful, unbreakable promises fulfilled in Christ.
Worship and obedience
Faith expresses itself in a life of worship, repentance, and joyful obedience.
Key characters in Obadiah
Obadiah
Prophet to Edom.
Every chapter of Obadiah explained
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Key verses from Obadiah
"The day of the LORD is near upon all the nations."
How to apply Obadiah today
Obadiah is not just history — it is God's Word for your life this week. Try these practical steps:
- Read prayerfully, asking the Spirit to teach and convict you.
- Identify one truth about God and one truth about yourself in every chapter.
- Look for Christ — every book testifies of Him (Luke 24:27).
- Turn what you read into prayer and obedience this week.
Pray Obadiah back to God
- Father, open my eyes to behold wondrous things in Your Word (Ps. 119:18).
- Lord, give me a soft heart that trembles at Your Word (Isa. 66:2).
- Spirit of God, conform me to Christ as I read.
- Help me to be a doer of the Word and not a hearer only (James 1:22).
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Obadiah — frequently asked questions
+Who wrote the book of Obadiah?
Obadiah — written around c. 586 BC.
+What is the main message of Obadiah?
Pride falls; the kingdom belongs to the LORD.
+How many chapters are in Obadiah?
Obadiah has 1 chapters.
+Who was Obadiah written to?
Edom and Judah.
+What are the key themes of Obadiah?
God's character and glory; Sin, grace, and redemption; Covenant and promise; Worship and obedience.