James Hoffmeier: The Prophets of Israel

The life of an Old Testament prophet was not a popular career choice. These men and women were carefully chosen by God to take His message of judgment to the people of Israel. Several prophets like Zechariah and Ezekiel looked far into the future to see end-time events, but most of the Old Testament prophets were sent to be a witness to rebellious Israel. Choices were offered to the Israelites … blessings if they followed the Lord … or curses if they chose to rebel.