Both Psalm 14:1 and Psalm 53:1 read, “The fool says in his heart, ‘There is no God.’” Some take these verses to mean that atheists are stupid, i.e., lacking intelligence. However, that is not the only meaning of the Hebrew word translated as “fool.” […] READ MORE > > >
MATTHEW 11 CONTEXT: Matthew Henry breaks down this Chapter as follows: In this chapter we have, I. The constant and unwearied diligence of our Lord Jesus in his great work of preaching the gospel (v. 1). II. His discourse with the disciples of John concerning his being the Messiah (v. 2-6). III. The honourable testimony … More Devotional Thought for Today – 01 April 2022
ISAIAH 58 CONTEXT: Matthew Henry breaks down this Chapter of Scripture as follows: The prophet, in this chapter, has his commission and charge renewed to reprove the sinners in Zion, particularly the hypocrites, to show them their transgressions (v. 1). It is intended for admonition and warning to all hypocrites and is not to be … More Devotional Thought For Today – 03/31/2022
ISAIAH 60:12 CONTEXT: Matthew Henry breaks down this portion of scripture as follows: 60:9-14 God will be very gracious. We must begin with his promise, thence all mercies take rise. Many shall be brought into the church, even from far countries. Christ is always ready to receive all who come to him; and the gate … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/30/2022
The following 15 articles are part of a GTY Blog series posted in Feb and March 2022: Spiritual Fallout Reviving an Ancient Lie Wrong Answers to the Right Question Lawless Christians? Sin and the Work of Christ Sin and the Work of the Spirit The Apparent Paradox of Sanctification Who Is Responsible For Your Spiritual … More “Sin and Sanctification”
CONTEXT: This verse confirms three things, first Jesus was sinless, an unblemished sacrifice. Second that only through Christ the Holy unblemished sacrifice can a man be reconciled to God. Third Christ was a willing (and therefore) humble sacrifice. Servanthood: Humility in Action “‘Whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, and whoever … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/29/2022
1 TIMOTHY 2 CONTEXT: BibleRef, breaks it down as follows: In this passage, Paul encourages Timothy to lead his church in prayer, including prayers for government and worldly leaders. This flows naturally from the Christian view of humanity, which sees all men as loved by God and in need of the same salvation from sin. … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/28/2022
Judges 5:1-31 CONTEXT: Known universally as the Song of Deborah (and printed as headers in many modern Bibles) Chapter 5 is for the most part (v.1-11) a victorious song of the forces of Israel over the Canaanite King Jabin. Starting in v.12 things get a little more complicated as some tribes are praised and some … More Sunday Sermon Series – 03/27/2022
Confessions of a Sophisticated Sloth If you were told you had five years to live, would you live more in those five years than in the decades you might have had left? By “live” I cannot mean “lifespan,” or the question isn’t worth asking. I mean to live wide awake, live purposefully, live undistracted by … More The Subtle Way to Waste Your Life
JUDGES 8 CONTEXT: Obedience to God (Gideon. selfless service to God) and Disobiedance to God (Abimelech, prideful greed, and the Jewish people) are the two major themes. Matthew Henry breaks it down this way: This chapter gives us a further account of Gideon’s victory over the Midianites, with the residue of the story of his … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/25/2022
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