Isaiah 59 CONTEXT: Once again the sins of the nation v.2 of Israel have separated them from God. Let me be clear, God is still sovereign and in control of all things yet His hand of providence over Israel has been lifted. In v.3-8 Isaiah lays out all the sins committed and the apparent lack … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/13/21
The Westminster Shorter Catechism asks: Q. 7. What are the decrees of God? A. The decrees of God are, his eternal purpose, according to the counsel of his will, whereby, for his own glory, he hath foreordained whatsoever comes to pass. The WSC confirms what Paul wrote in Romans 11:36, all God degrees, that is … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/12/21
Proverbs 19 CONTEXT: Defining the direct context of any Proverb is difficult mainly because of the way the book is written. Unlike most books of the Bible there are no clear plots, themes etc. dividing each Chapter or no main character to follow. Wisdom, in all its form is the only real theme and it … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/11/21
CONTEXT: Matthew Henry comments: A man’s wisdom is here said to be of use to him for the pumping of other people, and diving into them, 1. To get the knowledge of them. Though men’s counsels and designs are ever so carefully concealed by them, so that they are as deep water which one cannot fathom, yet … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/09/21
Philippians 1 Context: First it is important to remember that Paul is under arrest and house confinement in Rome while writing this letter. He is literally suffering for Christ. Matthew Henry breaks down the chapter this way: He begins with the inscription and benediction (v. 1, 2). He gives thanks for the saints at Philippi … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/06/21
Psalm 51:5 The above verse is one of many in the Bible that clearly show man’s inability to save himself in any fashion. In Reformed or Covenant Theology this is known as Total Depravity. The doctrine of Total Depravity is often seen as a bad thing in evangelical circles. their reasoning is not based upon … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/06/21
I have said it many times but it is worth repeating NEVER Trust our posts! The stuff we write and post from others comes from human hands and minds which means it is easily capable (intentional or not) of mistakes. So always be a Berean and seek the truth. How to Be Noble Minded “[The … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/02/21
Matthew 5 CONTEXT: Large crowds have been following Jesus all day and He leads them to a hillside to teach. Here is the beginning of the what we call the Sermon on the Mount. Our text above is part of the Sermon that has become know as the Beatitudes. It really begin in v.10 with … More Devotional Thought for Today – 01/10/21
John 6:39 CONTEXT: Chapter 6 is broken down by Matthew Henry as follows: In this chapter we have, I. The miracle of the loaves (v. 1-14). II. Christ’s walking upon the water (v. 15-21). III. The people’s flocking after him to Capernaum (v. 22-25). IV. His conference with them, occasioned by the miracle of the … More Devotional Thought for Today – 09/21/21
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