Rejoicing

The marriage supper of the Lamb - Revelation 19:1 – 19:9 (commentary)

In chapter 19 the Great Tribulation is now coming to an end and the spotlight focuses on heaven (v. 1). The bride of Christ (the true church) joins her Bridegroom (the Lord) at “the marriage supper of the Lamb” (v. 7). For the Christians this is a great time of rejoicin …

The Church Makes Paul Happy - II Corinthians 7:1 – 7:7 (commentary)

We should stay away from everything that keeps our bodies and spirits from being clean (v. 1). Please open your hearts to us (v. 2). You are in our hearts, and we live or die together with you (v. 3). I have the highest confidence in you, and I take great pride in you. You have g …

Rejoicing for the Wrong Reasons - Proverbs 24:11 – 24:22 (commentary)

People who are being taken to death and slaughter probably are victims of unjust oppression rather than guilty people being condemned (v. 11. Some people may claim they are ignorant of others’ plights, but God knows who is guilty of willful ignorance and He will judge it. We …

Election of Israel - Isaiah 65:13 – 65:25 (commentary)

Contrasts between people who are the Lord’s servants and those who have departed from Him are dramatically presented (vv. 13-16). Those who obeyed His covenant will enjoy all types of blessings, while those who rebelled will experience all types of curses. In the remainder of thi …