An exposition of 1 Peter 3:9a and 10,11.
1 Peter 3:8-12 highlights the type of trouble a Christian faces when a church member offends him in word or deed. How should the offended believer respond to his antagonistic Christian brother/sister? The answer is wrapped up in observing a general principle, keeping within certain parameters and standing tall on special promises. In this study, we endeavour to show the parameters around which every hurting Christian should seek to be confined as he responds to those responsible for his pain.
The following structure is an overview of the exposition:
1 Peter 3:9a
1 Peter 3:10,11
An exposition of 1 Samuel 17:1-54.
David understood that the armies of Israel had no choice but to confront the armies of the Philistines. They could not run, hide or ignore the problem. Goliath stood as representative for the Philistines, and Israel was challenged to find a man to stand as representative for Israel. Although the odds were against him, and no one believed he could win the contest, David volunteered to meet the challenge. This study is designed to show the Christian how he may overcome the opposition confronting him.
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An exposition of 1 Samuel 17:25-30.
As David examined the reasons why he should get involved in fighting Goliath, there were a number of people offering him poor counsel. The soldiers attempted to allure him by the riches offered by the king, and his older brother accused him of having a wrong motive in coming to the battlefield. Like David, there are many Christians today seeking to follow the Lord’s calling, yet they are surrounded by men and women who prevent them from fulfilling that purpose. This study is designed to help each person arrive at decisions which glorify God, rather than pleasing men.
The following structure is an overview of the exposition:
An exposition of 1 Peter 3:8.
1 Peter 3:8-12 highlights the type of trouble a Christian faces when a church member offends him in word or deed. How should the offended believer respond to his antagonistic Christian brother/sister? The answer is wrapped up in observing a general principle, keeping within certain parameters and standing tall on special promises. In this study, we seek to unfold the general principle that should govern inter-church relationships if unity is to be preserved during times of vulnerability.
The following structure is an overview of the exposition:
An exposition of 1 Peter 3:8-12.
Triumphant through tribulation! This is the general theme of 1 Peter 3:8-4:19. A distinction is drawn by Peter between two types of tribulation: (1) Opposition arising within one’s church (instigated by other Christians); (2) Opposition augmenting against one’s church (instigated by non-christians). 1 Peter 3:8-12 highlights the type of trouble a Christian faces when a church member offends him in word or deed. How should the offended believer respond to his antagonistic Christian brother/sister? The answer is wrapped up in observing a general principle, keeping within certain parameters and standing tall on special promises.
The following structure is an overview of the exposition:
An exposition of 1 Thessalonians 5:14,15.
The Apostle Paul uses the term “brethren” fourteen times with reference to the recipients of his letter. In this study, the letter as a whole is first expounded, providing a backdrop for the precepts announced in the text. The text itself is then unfolded with special emphasis on the peacefulness and faithfulness each believer is to demonstrate in his relationship with others. Encompassing the whole subject of Christian brotherhood is the Sovereign Grace of God that not only ushers a sinner into fellowship with Himself, but also sustains the saint in his relationship with the brethren.
The following structure is an overview of the exposition:
1 Thessalonians 1:1-5:28
1 Thessalonians 5:12-25
1 Thessalonians 5:14-24
1 Thessalonians 5:14b,15
An exposition of Jude 1-25.
Two of the greatest challenges facing any church is the persecution brought against her by oppressors, and the perversion of truth wrought within her by deceptive members. It is Jude’s purpose to deal with the latter problem, wherein he provides a helpful guide in not only identifying the true Christian, but also exposing false professors. This study seeks to challenge the testimony of every professing believer.
An exposition of 1 Peter 1:1-5:14.
As part of a regular series of midweek lessons, this study provides an overview of the first Epistle of Peter to the scattered churches throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia. Although the study notes are a condensed version from the original exposition, it nevertheless provides a helpful guide to the book as a whole. A distinction is made between an outline and a structure, thereby promoting the latter as the better method in discovering the mind of God through His inspired Word.
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An exposition of Proverbs 3:1-10.
We have reason to believe that God has not only divinely inspired His Word, but He has also divinely integrated the Books of the Bible to be arranged in their present order. Accordingly, the Book of Proverbs stands at the heart of the Old Testament Scriptures suggesting its significance and importance in the canon. The first ten verses of the third chapter highlight the fundamental principle of honouring the Lord with our possessions. This great truth should be the keynote for every Christian in 2012.
An exposition of Proverbs 3:5,6.
A new year necessarily involves a review of the past and a preview of the future. It becomes all the more interesting for the child of God as he seeks to know the will of the Lord for the months ahead. Proverbs 3:5,6 provides a two-fold precept and a two-fold promise which enables the believer to gain a knowledge of God’s will.