Accountability

Qualities Needed in Trials - James 1:19 – 1:25 (commentary)

The thought of this scripture passage, as it pertains to the Word of God, may be described as follows: It demands attention (vv. 19-20). The inference is that many do not adequately hear because they are so quick to speak. The Lord gave us two ears and one mouth so we o …

Turn and Live - Ezekiel 18:19 – 18:32 (commentary)

In this passage the principle of individual accountability is reiterated and confirmed (vv.19-20). The principle that a son should not suffer for the sins of his father has been well established (II Kings 14:6; Deut 24:16). Perhaps a question had been raised from Exodus 2 …

The Watchman and His Message - Ezekiel 33:1 – 33:9 (commentary)

Up to this point Ezekiel has pronounced judgment upon Judah (Chap.’s 1-24) and the surrounding nations (Chap.’s 25-32) for their sins. After Jerusalem fell he has turned from messages of doom and judgment to messages of hope, comfort and future restoration for God’s people …