A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones (Proverbs 12:4). What is the meaning of Proverbs 12:4 from a Christian perspective? What does it mean to be a virtuous woman, and how is this as a crown to the head of our spouse?Continue reading “Considering Proverbs 12:4”
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Parable of the Moneylender and the Two Debtors
The Parable of the Moneylender, also called the Parable of the Moneylender and Two Debtors or The Parable of the Moneylender who Forgives Unequal Debts, is found in Luke 7. The parable is short, only consisting of two verses. Here is the parable and some surrounding context: 38 And stood at his feet behind him weeping,Continue reading “Parable of the Moneylender and the Two Debtors”
Considering Proverbs 12:2-3
A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn. A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved (Proverbs 12:2-3). What is the meaning of Proverbs 12: 2-3 from a Christian perspective? As Christians, we know that all thingsContinue reading “Considering Proverbs 12:2-3”
Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins one of Jesus’s parables of the kingdom of heaven. There are a few symbols to look at here. In this article, we are looking at one section at a time and considering what Jesus is teaching us. First, here is the parable in its entirety. The ParableContinue reading “Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins”
Considering Proverbs 12:1
Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish (Proverbs 12:1). The meaning of Proverbs 12:1 is straightforward. A person that welcomes instruction gains knowledge, and this is a good thing. However, a person that hates reproof—or correction—behaves in a brutish manner when that instruction is given. When considering this proverb, thereContinue reading “Considering Proverbs 12:1”
The Parable of New Cloth and New Wineskins
30 But their scribes and Pharisees murmured against his disciples, saying, Why do ye eat and drink with publicans and sinners? 31 And Jesus answering said unto them, They that are whole need not a physician; but they that are sick. 32 I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. 33 And they said unto him,Continue reading “The Parable of New Cloth and New Wineskins”
These Things Saith He – Churches of Revelation Discussion – Conclusion Part 1
These things saith… • He that holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks. • The first and the last, which was dead, and is alive. • He which hath the sharp sword with two edges. • The Son of God, who hath his eyesContinue reading “These Things Saith He – Churches of Revelation Discussion – Conclusion Part 1”
Scripture for Laodicea & Conclusion – Church of the Laodiceans Discussion Part 10
“It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes. The law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver. Thy hands have made me and fashioned me: give me understanding, that I may learn thy commandments.” These Things Saith He Free Download
Overcoming Laodicea (for the Brethren) – Church of the Laodiceans Discussion Part 8
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” TheseContinue reading “Overcoming Laodicea (for the Brethren) – Church of the Laodiceans Discussion Part 8”
A Lesson from Job
“But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. For by thy words thou shalt be justified, and by thy words thou shalt be condemned (Matthew 12:36-37).” I have some idle words to apologize for. I want to explain the reasonContinue reading “A Lesson from Job”
Jesus Alone 