Month: September 2024

Commentary on Ephesians 4:29 (NKJV)  Ephesians 4:29 (NKJV): "Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers."  Context and Theological Insights  Ephesians 4:29 is part of a broader passage (Ephesians 4:25–32) where the Apostle Paul provides practical instructions for Christian… Continue reading Ephesians 4:29

Commentary on Proverbs 19:17 (NKJV)  Proverbs 19:17 (NKJV): "He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, and He will pay back what he has given."  Context and Theological Insights  Proverbs 19 is a chapter rich with wisdom and practical advice for living a life that honours God. The verse in question, Proverbs… Continue reading Proverbs 19:17

Commentary on Psalm 51:10 (NKJV)  Psalm 51:10 (NKJV): "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."  Context and Background  Psalm 51 is a penitential psalm attributed to King David. It was written after the prophet Nathan confronted David about his sin with Bathsheba (2 Samuel 12). This psalm… Continue reading Psalm 51:10

Commentary on Philippians 4:6 (NKJV)  Philippians 4:6 (NKJV): "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God."  Context and Insights from Philippians 4  Philippians 4 is a chapter that emphasises joy, peace, and contentment in the Christian life. The Apostle Paul, writing from… Continue reading Philippians 4:6

Commentary on Luke 16:10 (NKJV)  Luke 16:10 (NKJV): "He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much."  Contextual Background  Luke 16 is a chapter that deals with the themes of stewardship, wealth, and faithfulness. It includes the… Continue reading Luke 16:10

Commentary on Nahum 1:7 (NKJV)  Nahum 1:7 (NKJV): "The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; and He knows those who trust in Him."  Context and Background  The book of Nahum is a prophetic text that focuses on the impending judgment of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria. Nahum's prophecy is a message… Continue reading Nahum 1:7

Commentary on Psalm 18:2 (NKJV)  Psalm 18:2 (NKJV): "The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."  Introduction  Psalm 18 is a song of thanksgiving attributed to David, celebrating God's deliverance from his enemies… Continue reading Psalm 18:2

Commentary on Psalm 27:14 (NKJV)  Psalm 27:14 (NKJV): "Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord!"  Context and Overview  Psalm 27 is a psalm of David, expressing his deep trust in the Lord amidst adversities. The psalm is divided into two main sections:… Continue reading Psalm 27:14

Commentary on James 5:13 (NKJV)  James 5:13 (NKJV): "Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms."  Context and Overview  The Epistle of James is a practical guide for Christian living, emphasising the importance of faith demonstrated through actions. James 5:13 is part of a broader section (James 5:13–20)… Continue reading James 5:13

Commentary on Matthew 5:4 (NKJV) Passage Matthew 5:4 (NKJV): "Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted." Context and Insights Matthew 5:4 is part of the Beatitudes, a series of blessings pronounced by Jesus during the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1-12). The Beatitudes describe the characteristics and rewards of those who belong… Continue reading Matthew 5:4