Commentary on Romans 1:16 The New King James Version (NKJV) of Romans 1:16 reads: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek." Context The Apostle Paul wrote the Epistle to the Romans to… Continue reading Romans 1:16
Month: January 2025
Proverbs 1:7
Commentary on Proverbs 1:7 New King James Version Proverbs 1:7 (NKJV): "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction." Context and Structure The book of Proverbs, primarily attributed to King Solomon, is a collection of wise sayings and instructions for living a righteous and godly life. Proverbs 1 serves as… Continue reading Proverbs 1:7
Matthew 18:12
Commentary on Matthew 18:12 (NKJV) "What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying?" Context and Background The passage of Matthew 18:12 is part of a broader discourse by Jesus in… Continue reading Matthew 18:12
Mark 4:9
Commentary on Mark 4:9 Introduction The New King James Version (NKJV) of Mark 4:9 reads, "And He said to them, 'He who has ears to hear, let him hear!'" This passage, situated in the context of Jesus' Parable of the Sower, is a call to spiritual discernment and receptivity to God's Word. This verse underscores the importance… Continue reading Mark 4:9
Matthew 5:14
Commentary on Matthew 5:14 (NKJV) Passage: Matthew 5:14 (NKJV) "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden." Context and Overview Matthew 5:14 is part of the Sermon on the Mount, a collection of Jesus' teachings found in Matthew chapters 5 through 7. This sermon, delivered to His disciples… Continue reading Matthew 5:14
Mark 3:25
Commentary on Mark 3:25 (NKJV) Mark 3:25 (NKJV): "And if a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand." Context In this chapter, Jesus is addressing the accusation by the Pharisees and scribes that He is casting out demons by the power of Beelzebub (the prince of demons). Jesus responds with a series of parables, emphasising… Continue reading Mark 3:25
Luke 12:15
Commentary on Luke 12:15 (NKJV) Luke 12:15 (NKJV): "And He said to them, 'Take heed and beware of {all} covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.'" Introduction Luke 12:15 is a profound teaching of Jesus Christ, addressing the issue of covetousness and the false security found in material wealth. This… Continue reading Luke 12:15
Mark 13:33
Mark 13:33 (NKJV) "Take heed, watch and pray; for you do not know when the time is." Context and Exegesis Mark 13:33 is part of the Olivet Discourse, where Jesus speaks about the end times and His second coming. This discourse, given on the Mount of Olives, provides profound insights into the vigilance and readiness required of… Continue reading Mark 13:33
Matthew 6:11
Commentary on Matthew 6:11 Matthew 6:11 (NKJV): "Give us this day our daily bread." Context and Theological Insights Matthew 6:11 is part of the Lord's Prayer, a central element in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7). The Lord's Prayer is a model for Christian prayer, encapsulating key aspects of a believer's relationship with God. This passage underscores themes… Continue reading Matthew 6:11
Matthew 13:44
Commentary on Matthew 13:44 Matthew 13:44 (NKJV): "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and hid; and for joy over it he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field." Context and Exegesis In this verse, Jesus presents a parable that succinctly encapsulates the immense… Continue reading Matthew 13:44
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