Truth

Love because you are loved - II John 1:1 – 1:6 (commentary)

The author, the Apostle John, calls himself “elder."  John was a leader in the Church and now is over 90 years of age. He is writing the letter to an “elect lady” (the church) he regarded highly and whom he is impressed with her testimony (v. 1). For all …

Blinded to the Truth - John 7:25 – 7:36 (commentary)

In our study today we will find three phases that show the continued opposition to Jesus.I. PROBING (25-29) Those in the know wonder why the authorities are allowing Jesus to speak.It did not make sense that the authorities changed their mind but they were blinded. Jesus consiste …

Pilate Questions Jesus - John 18:28 – 18:37 (commentary)

As you read John’s account, you see Pilate seeking to find some “loophole” that will please both sides. He is afraid of the crowd, but then he grows more and more afraid of the prisoner. We need to understand that long before the Jewish leaders arrested Jesus in the gar …

God Expects His People to be Truthful - Zechariah 8:14 – 8:23 (commentary)

These verses point out the Lord’s part in bringing truth and blessing to the people. In the past He had been determined to bring disaster on them but now He is determined to bless them. He says, “I will certainly bless you and don’t think that I will change my mind. I did wh …