Category: Bible Study
Romans Bible Study 15 – At Home With God – Romans 5:1-5
5 Lessons about Faith We Learn from The Raising of Lazarus
NASB John 11:39 Jesus *said, “Remove the stone.” Martha, the sister of the deceased, *said to Him, “Lord, by this time there will be a stench, for he has been dead four days.” 40Jesus *said to her, “Did I not say to you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” 41So they removed… Continue reading 5 Lessons about Faith We Learn from The Raising of Lazarus
Blessed Are the Poor . . . But Why?
Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3) Ptochos (poor) is from a verb meaning “to shrink, cower, or cringe,” as beggars often did in that day. Classical Greek used the word to refer to a person reduced to total destitution, who crouched in a corner begging. As he held… Continue reading Blessed Are the Poor . . . But Why?
What is circumcision of the heart?
Question: “What is circumcision of the heart?” Answer:The idea of “circumcision of the heart” is found in Romans 2:29. It refers to having a pure heart, separated unto God. Paul writes, “A Jew is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the letter.” These words conclude a… Continue reading What is circumcision of the heart?
Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. Luke 23:34 From the cross he said, “Father, forgive them. “Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing.” They thought they did, but they did not. And the evidence is the… Continue reading Forgive them, because they don’t really know what they’re doing
Romans Bible Study 14 – Believing In The God Who Makes The Impossible Possible
Romans Bible Study 13 – All Is Of Grace – Romans 4:13-17
Why are there times when God seems absent in a believer’s life?
Question: “Why are there times when God seems silent / absent in a believer’s life?” Answer: In answering this question, one is reminded of Elijah and his flight from Jezebel. Elijah was a man of God whom God used to do some mighty things. However, when word reached him that Jezebel had threatened his life, he… Continue reading Why are there times when God seems absent in a believer’s life?
