The following is an excerpt from The MacArthur New Testament Commentary on Romans 9:18-20. So then He has mercy on whom He desires, and He hardens whom He desires. You will say to me then, “Why does He still find fault? For who resists His will?” On the contrary, who are you, O man, who answers back to… Continue reading If God Chooses Who Will Believe, How Can He Hold Others Responsible for Not Believing?
Trusting in the Lord is Resting in the Lord Proverbs 3:5-8
Trust in the Lord with all your heart,and do not rely on your own understanding.Acknowledge him in all your ways,and he will make your paths straight.Do not be wise in your own estimation;fear the Lord and turn away from evil.This will bring healing to your body,and refreshment to your inner self. Proverbs 3:5-8 NET Our minds, the storehouse of information, analyzing and processing the… Continue reading Trusting in the Lord is Resting in the Lord Proverbs 3:5-8
What can we learn from the life of Esther?
Esther, the Jewish maiden, was taken from her familiar surroundings and the care of her beloved uncle, Mordecai, and placed in the palace to become one of the women who would be used to satisfy the sexual desires of the king. King Ahasuerus (Xerxes) was the son of the famed king, Darius I, who is… Continue reading What can we learn from the life of Esther?
What Does the Bible Say about How to Treat Neighbors?
Back in the Old Testament, the children of Israel were instructed to defeat and drive away their neighbors from their land. This is because these peoples worship different gods, and would influence them in doing the same. The famous saying “an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth” became popular during these times.… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about How to Treat Neighbors?
Be of Good Cheer – John 16:33
Do Everything with Your Might – Ecclesiastes 9:10
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.” ECCLESIASTES 9:10 Our future is full of uncertainties. That is why King Solomon suggests enjoying life while we are still able. He means… Continue reading Do Everything with Your Might – Ecclesiastes 9:10
What Does the Bible Say about Man as Head of the Household?
During the time the Bible was being written, men were the only ones who had jobs. Women were seen as keepers at home, responsible for caring for the kids. However, in our time, women are not just at home. In some cases, women are even more qualified than men in their responsibility to be the… Continue reading What Does the Bible Say about Man as Head of the Household?
Are There Believers Who Don’t Bear Fruit and Perish?
The following is an excerpt from The MacArthur New Testament Commentary on John 15. Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; … If anyone does not abide in Me, he is thrown away as a branch and dries up; and they gather them, and cast them into the fire and they are… Continue reading Are There Believers Who Don’t Bear Fruit and Perish?
Romans Bible Study 2 – Men With Whom God Can Do Nothing – Romans 1:24-25
Avoid Favoritism: 10 Bible Verses Against Partiality
Partiality is something that plagues our society. We see it everywhere we go— whether it be in the workplace, at school, or even within our own families. It can be difficult to avoid falling into the trap of favoritism, but luckily, God has a lot to say on the matter. In the eyes of the… Continue reading Avoid Favoritism: 10 Bible Verses Against Partiality