See the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!…Jesus tends His flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart; He gently leads those that have young. (John 1:29; Isaiah 40:11) This draws on class notes. You may read the previous post, See The Lamb of God …
See Jesus: The Lamb of God (Part 1)
See Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29) Jesus’ Gospel is for Repenting and Believing Sinners John Duncan (1796–1870) was a Scottish missionary to the Jews in Hungary and a Professor of Hebrew. He loved the Jewish people and the Old Testament (“OT”) Scriptures that all point to Christ, so he was …
You Can’t Always Say What You Want
With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous….It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor. A sensible person keeps quiet….A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare….Wise words are like deep waters. Wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. (Proverbs 11:9,12, 15:1, 18:4 NLT) I am currently teaching on “Controlling …
Think Before Speaking
Too much talk leads to sin. Be sensible and keep your mouth shut….Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent….Fools have no interest in understanding. They only want to air their own opinions….Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble. (Proverbs 10:19, 17:28, 18:2, 21:23 …
Tongue Control
Each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. “In your anger do not sin.” Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing …
Christ’s Wisdom in Proverbs (Part 2)
Listen, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. Take hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands, and you will live. Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn away from them. Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; …
God is Sovereign (Proverbs) (Part 1)
Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is Yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom. You are exalted as Head over all. Wealth and honor come from You. You are the Ruler of all things. In Your hands are strength and power to exalt and …
God is Sovereign
Our God is in heaven; He does whatever pleases Him….I know that You can do all things; no purpose of Yours can be thwarted….Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. (Psalm 115:3; Job 42:2; Proverbs 19:21) A Definition The sovereignty of God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) is the truth that …
Christ’s Wisdom in Proverbs (Part 1)
Now then, my children, listen to me. Blessed are those who keep my ways. Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not disregard it. Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For those who find me find life and receive favor from the Lord. But those who fail to find …
Jesus: The Compassionate One
God’s unfailing love toward those who fear Him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west. The Lord is like a father to His children, tender and compassionate to those who fear Him. For He knows how weak we are. …