John Phillips in his book “Exploring the Psalms” says, “The path to the throne was not an easy one for David. He was in God’s school and God gives stiff exams. He does not grade on the curve. He put those He intends to exalt to the sternest of tests. David’s experi …
God promised the exiles in Babylon that He would continue to be with them even though they were not in Jerusalem (vv. 14-15). This was a major concern to the Jews because they believed that God was present primarily in the temple. However God assured them that He would co …
This book is the revelation concerning Jesus Christ. God gave the revelation of His plan to Jesus who in turn revealed it to John (v. 1). John opens the book by describing what he saw as “the Word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ” (v. 2). A blessing is promised to those who read this …
Nehemiah’s enemies left no stone unturned in trying to keep him from building the wall (vv. 10- 13). First they tried to draw him into the country to talk to them. When this didn’t work, they tried to get him to go into the temple and hide, saying it was for his own safety.T …
Once again, Antiochus IV tried and failed to conquer Egypt (v. 29). Egypt had a powerful ally in this fight. A Roman Navy came and defeated the navy of Antiochus IV off the coast of Egypt (v. 30). After the battle was lost, the Romans gave Antiochus an ultimatum, Surrender or be destroyed…
Jesus and His disciples again move back to the east side of the Sea of Galilee and are surrounded by a large crowd with nothing to eat (vv. 1-5). As usual the Lord saw a need and He wanted to supply the need. From the wording here it would seem that the disciples had soon forgotten …
To be walking with the Lord and walking in that which His word condemns is impossible. The path of blessing is the path of obedience. Throughout this passage it has been made plain that the heart of a man’s wisdom is based upon a proper relationship to God (vv. 9-10). Correction is a vital …
David said he had put his trust in the Lord even though he was urged to flee as a bird who doesn’t find a refuge except in flying (v. 1). He is referring to the malicious stories and poisonous suggestions men were reporting on him to his father-in-law, King Saul, who was already resentful …
Ahimaaz wants to run and tell David that the Lord has delivered him from his enemies and he tells Joab (v. 19). Joab tells Ahimaaz it is best not to do it today because the king’s son is dead (v. 20). Soon a man from Ethiopia was standing there and Joab told him, “Go …