Author: Gary

Commentary on Psalm 103:2 “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.”(Psalm 103:2, King James Version) 1. Setting Psalm 103 in Its Biblical Context Psalm 103[i] is a psalm of David, a rich and expansive call to praise grounded in the character and saving work of God. It is deeply personal, yet universally applicable. The… Continue reading Psalm 103:2

Commentary on John 15:4 1. The Text John 15:4 (King James Version):“Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.” This verse sits at the heart of Jesus Christ’s farewell discourse. He is preparing His disciples… Continue reading John 15:4

Commentary on Hebrews 13:16 1. The Text Hebrews 13:16 (King James Version):“But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.” 2. Exegetical Commentary 2.1 The Context of Hebrews Chapter 13 Hebrews 13[i] forms the closing exhortations of the epistle. After twelve chapters of rich Christological teaching—Christ as the final… Continue reading Hebrews 13:16

Commentary on 1 Corinthians 10:31 1. The Text 1 Corinthians 10:31 (KJV):“Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” This short verse stands as a climactic summary of the Apostle Paul’s argument throughout 1 Corinthians chapter 8 to 10, where he addresses Christian freedom, love for others, idolatry, and the believer’s… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 10:31

Commentary on Isaiah 60:1 1. The Text Isaiah 60:1 (King James Version):“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.” 2. Exegetical Commentary 2.1 Literary and Historical Context Isaiah chapter 60[i] forms part of the closing section of Isaiah (chapters 56 to 66), often called “Third Isaiah” by scholars.… Continue reading Isaiah 60:1

Romans 12:2 —Commentary The Text (King James Version) Romans 12:2 — “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” 1. Setting the Scene: Romans 12 in Context Romans 12[i] marks a major turning point in… Continue reading Romans 12:2

Psalm 27:4 —Commentary 1. The Text Psalm 27:4 (King James Version):“One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.” 2. Context of Psalm 27 Psalm 27[i]… Continue reading Psalm 27:4

Commentary on Mark 2:27 1. The Text Mark 2:27 (King James Version):“And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath.” This short but profound statement sits within a larger conflict narrative between Jesus and the Pharisees regarding the nature and purpose of the Sabbath. To understand it properly, we… Continue reading Mark 2:27

Commentary on 2 Corinthians 4:16 1. The Text 2 Corinthians 4:16 (King James Version):“For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day.” This verse sits within a rich chapter where the Apostle Paul reflects on the nature of Christian ministry, the reality of suffering, and the hope… Continue reading 2 Corinthians 4:16

Commentary on Isaiah 43:18–19 The Text (King James Version) Isaiah 43:18–19“Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” 1. Setting Isaiah 43 in Context… Continue reading Isaiah 43:18–19