Category: Personal

Ephesians 5:1 in the New King James Version reads, "Therefore be imitators of God as dear children." This verse is a profound call to Christians to model their lives after God, particularly in His attribute of love [1] [2].  Commentary  The verse begins with "Therefore," indicating a continuation from the previous chapter, Ephesians 4, where… Continue reading Ephesians 5:1

New King James Version of 1 Peter 4:16:  "Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this matter." [1]  This verse is part of a larger passage where Peter encourages believers to live for God and endure suffering for Christ's sake.  Commentary  1 Peter 4:16… Continue reading 1 Peter 4:16

Matthew 5:10 (NKJV): "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven." [6] [9]  This verse is the last of the Beatitudes in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. It presents a paradoxical statement that those who are persecuted for righteousness are blessed, and theirs is the kingdom of… Continue reading Matthew 5:10

Romans 5:3-5 from the New King James Version (NKJV)reads as follows [6]:  3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces [a]perseverance; 4 and perseverance, [b]character; and character, hope. 5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.  Footnotes  Romans 5:3 endurance  Romans 5:4 approved… Continue reading Romans 5:3–5

Acts 3:19 New King James Version (NKJV) reads: "Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord."  Commentary  Acts 3:19 is part of the Apostle Peter's sermon following the healing of a lame man at the temple gate. The… Continue reading Acts 3:19

Matthew 6:33 from the New King James Version (NKJV) reads: "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." [1]  Commentary  Matthew 6:33 is part of the Sermon on the Mount, where Jesus addresses the worries of life. He encourages His followers to seek first… Continue reading Matthew 6:33

Joel 2:12-13 (NKJV) reads:  A Call to Repentance  12   “Now, therefore,” says the Lord, “Turn to Me with all your heart, With fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.”  13   So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the Lord your God, For He is gracious and merciful, Slow to anger, and of great kindness; And He relents from doing harm.  Commentary:  These verses are a call… Continue reading Joel 2:12–13

1 Corinthians 10:13 in the New King James Version reads: "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able… Continue reading I Corinthians 10:13

Mark 9:24 from the New King James Version (NKJV) reads: "Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, 'Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!'" [14]. This verse is part of a larger narrative where a father seeks healing for his son, who is possessed by an unclean spirit [2].  Contextual Understanding … Continue reading Mark 9:24

New King James Version of Jude 1:22:  22 And on some have compassion, [a]making a distinction;  Footnotes  Jude 1:22 NU who are doubting (or making distinctions)  This verse is part of a larger section where Jude provides guidance on how to respond to those who are doubting or have been led astray.  Interpretation and Commentary  Jude 1:22 underscores the necessity of… Continue reading Jude 22