Relationships

What effects your relationships? - I John 1:5 – 1:7 (commentary)

A story is told that some years ago it was noticed that the delivery boys in an area of London were all whistling out of tune. It was discovered that the bells of Westminster were off pitch and the boys had unconsciously copied them. Being out of fellowship with the father …

The Good Shephard Knows His Sheep - John 10:11 – 10:21 (commentary)

Some of the greatest people named in the Bible were shepherds by occupation. Abel, the patriarchs, Moses, and David to name a few. Besides being the only door into the sheepfold, Christ is also the good shepherd (v. 11). He is good because He giveth his life for the benefit of th …

Exodus 24:1 – 24:11 (commentary)

This chapter is one of the most fascinating passages in the Old Testament as it records one of the most significant and solemn events. It is at Mt. Sinai, in the 24th chapter of Exodus, that the Mosaic Covenant is ratified. This ratification is the key to understanding the remain …

Need for Personally Relationship with Jesus - Matthew 12:46 – 12:50 (commentary)

Even Jesus’ earthly family did not fully understand Him or His ministry (John 7:1-5). Some of His friends thought He was crazy (Mark 3:21). By this time Joseph was probably dead and Jesus’ immediate family consisted of His mother Mary and His half brothers (James, Joseph, S …

God’s Word is Wonderful - Psalms 119:129 – 119:136 (commentary)

I. There is nothing more satisfying than getting to know God’s Word (vv. 129-131). 1. God’s Word is wonderful (v. 129). - “Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them.” &nbs …

Building up People in Their Faith - Galatians 4:12 – 4:20 (commentary)

Paul knew how to balance rebuke with love. Within this text he shows through sentimental argument how he is genuinely and passionately interested in the Galatians personally. He turns from “spanking” to “embracing” as he reminds them of how they have loved him …

How to treat your neighbors - Proverbs 3:27 – 3:35 (commentary)

Attention is given in this passage to doing good for those whom you have the opportunity and power to do so. The poor and the neighbor are to be the objects of this kind of good neighbor policy. From these verses we can see three groups of relationships with others and how t …

Effects of Denying the Resurrection - I Corinthians 15:29 – 15:34 (commentary)

What does it mean when it says to be “baptized for the dead” (v.29)? The Bible Knowledge Commentary says that “up to 200 explanations have been given for this verse. Some, such as the Mormons, believe it means “proxy baptism”, where a believer is baptiz …

Trying to Teach a Fool is Useless - Proverbs 23:1 – 23:11 (commentary)

When invited to a banquet, hosted by someone who is of a higher station in life, a person needs to exercise self-restraint and remember where he is (vv. 1-3). A ruler-host may seem to be friendly and try to “butter up” with a nice meal but in r …