CONTEXT: There are three main themes in this chapter, Prayer, humility and disciplined discipleship. Matthew Henry breaks it down as follows: In this chapter we have, I. The parable of the importunate widow, designed to teach us fervency in prayer (v. 1-8). II. The parable of the Pharisee and publican, designed to teach us humility, … More Sunday Sermon Series – 01/23/2022
Question: “What does the Bible say about stress?” Answer: The dictionary defines stress as “physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension.” Some stress is necessary and even good—such as the physical strain we put on our muscles in order to make them stronger. But when we talk about “stress,” we are usually referring to excessive or negative mental … More What does the Bible say about stress?
Prayer Series XI 2 Corinthians 5 CONTEXT: The following is from the ESV Study Bible: The central theme of 2 Corinthians is the relationship between suffering and the power of the Spirit in Paul’s apostolic life, ministry, and message. Paul’s opponents had questioned his motives and his personal courage. They argued that he had suffered too much … More Devotional Thought for Today – 01/13/2022
Prayer Series X JOB 1 CONTEXT: Matthew Henry breaks down Chapter one of job as follows: The history of Job begins here with an account, I. Of his great piety in general (v. 1), and in a particular instance (v. 5). II. Of his great prosperity (v. 2-4). III. Of the malice of Satan against … More Devotional Thought for Today – 01/12/2022
“It is the glory of God to conceal a matter,” writes the author of Proverbs, “but the glory of kings is to search things out.” The Biblical account of reality—that God created a world that was knowable and His image-beares to be knowers—powerfully explains the human drive to learn and investigate the world around us. It … More The Bible’s Accuracy Vindicated… Again
Prayer Series VIII PSALM 21 CONTEXT: From Spurgeon’s Treasury of David: SUBJECT. The title gives us but little information; it is simply, To the chief Musician, a Psalm of David. Probably written by David, sung by David, relating to David, and intended by David to refer in its fullest reach of meaning to David’s Lord. It is evidently … More Devotional Thought for Today – 01/10/2022
Question: “What are the different names of God, and what do they mean?” Answer: Each of the many names of God describes a different aspect of His many-faceted character. Here are some of the better-known names of God in the Bible: READ MORE > > >
American Minute with Bill Federer Jan. 6-Epiphany: Christ’s manifestation to the world! — Celestial Prophecies & History of the 12 Days of Christmas “Epiphany” is a Greek word meaning “appearance” or “manifestation,” celebrating Christ’s “manifestation” to the world, as foretold in Isaiah 49:6:“I will also give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be my salvation unto the end of the earth.”Epiphany commemorates the Wise Men, who were gentiles, visiting the infant Jesus, resulting … More Jan. 6-Epiphany: Christ’s manifestation to the world!
I found this article very interesting. The vast majority of commentaries I have ever read all agree that Paul’s “thorn” was some type of physical ailment. Pastor Ortlund has a different take But what was the thorn? Speculation does us no good. We do not know. And that is just as well, lest those whose … More What Was Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh? (2 Corinthians 12)
Posted by Todd Linn, PhD on December 31, 2021 Preachers may be tempted to focus solely upon sermon preparation and leave musical ministry entirely to others. But preachers are arguably in the best position to enhance congregational worship. Here are five ways preachers can help their congregations worship well: READ MORE > > >
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