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
PSALM 69 CONTEXT: Matthew Henry comments: David penned this psalm when he was in affliction; and in it, I. He complains of the great distress and trouble he was in and earnestly begs of God to relieve and succour him (v. 1-21). II. He imprecates the judgments of God upon his persecutors (v. 22-29). III. … More Sunday Sermon Series – 11/10/21
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
1 Samuel 15:22, Matthew 15:9 John Owen followed Calvin roughly 100 years later to the same conclusion. Owen’s writings are for many hard to read, but taken in sections they can be easily dissected and comprehended. Here is a good example: But such is the corrupt nature of man, that there is scarce any thing … More SUNDAY Sermon Series – 10-03-21
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
NEHEMIAH 1 CONTEXT: The major theme of Nehemiah 1 is Nehemiah’s prayer. We get that from historical context and written word. Here is the Enduring Word Commentary’s; intro to Nehemiah: A. Nehemiah hears of Jerusalem’s crisis condition. 1. Some 1,000 years after the time of Moses and some 400 years before the birth of Jesus, … More Sunday Sermon Series – 09/26/21
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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