Godliness

Moses Face Shines When he Comes Down From Mount Sinai - Exodus 34:27 – 34:35 (commentary)

The Lord told Moses to put His laws in writing (v. 27). As with the giving of the book of the law the first time Moses spent 40 days with the Lord on Mount Sinai (v. 28). Unlike the previous 40 days, the people this time did not get involved in idolatry as before. Also, in contra…

Obedience to God’s Word - Psalms 119:57 – 119:64 (commentary)

Many in our world see the Bible as merely a book of dos and don’ts. But we as Christians see it as the inerrant, infallible, inspired Word of God. Our love of God and our love for His Word should be inseparable. In this passage we are told how to keep the characteristics of a godly person...

Making Enemies to Be at Peace - Proverbs 16:5 – 16:11 (commentary)

This verse states that unrepentant sin “shall not go unpunished” (v. 5). God makes use of the wicked to execute righteous vengeance on each other; and he will be glorified by their destruction at last. Though sinners strengthen themselves and one another, they shall not …

Asa Reigns in Judah - I Kings 15:9 – 15:24 (commentary)

Asa became king of Judah just shortly before Jeroboam’s reign in Israel ended. He ruled for 4l years. His reign was characterized by godliness. Eight of the 19 kings of Judah were good. Verse 11 says, “Asa did that which was right in the eyes of the Lord.” Idolat …