Proverbs 31:30 in the New King James Version (NKJV) reads: "Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised." This verse is part of the concluding section of the book of Proverbs, often referred to as the "Virtuous Woman" or "Woman of Worth" passage. It provides… Continue reading Proverbs 31:30

Romans 10:13 in the New King James Version reads, "For ‘whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’"1 This verse is a powerful declaration of the universal availability of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, a central tenet of Reformed Evangelical Christianity. Contextual Understanding Romans 10 is part of Apostle Paul’s discourse… Continue reading Romans 10:3

Psalm 40:1-2 in the New King James Version (NKJV):  Faith Persevering in Trial  To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.  I waited patiently for the Lord;
And He inclined to me,
And heard my cry.  He also brought me up out of a horrible pit,
Out of the miry clay,
And set my feet upon a rock,
And established… Continue reading Psalm 40:1–2

1 Corinthians 13:7 New King James Version (NKJV):  bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.  This verse is part of the Apostle Paul's famous discourse on love in 1 Corinthians 13, often referred to as the "Love Chapter". In the Reformed Evangelical tradition, this passage is understood in the context… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 13:7

1 Corinthians 13:6 New King James Version (NKJV), reads, "does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth."  This verse is part of the Apostle Paul's discourse on love in 1 Corinthians 13, often referred to as the "Love Chapter." In the context of Reformed Evangelical Christianity, this verse, like the rest of the… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 13:6

1 Corinthians 13:5 in the New King James Version reads: "does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil;"  This verse is part of the Apostle Paul's discourse on love in 1 Corinthians 13, often referred to as the "Love Chapter". In the context of Reformed Evangelical Christianity, this… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 13:5

1 Corinthians 13:4 in the New King James Version (NKJV):  4 Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not [a]puffed up;  Footnotes a. arrogant  This verse is part of the Apostle Paul's discourse on love in 1 Corinthians 13, often referred to as the "Love Chapter".… Continue reading 1 Corinthians 13:4

The New King James Version of 2 Timothy 3:16–17 reads:  16 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for [a]instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.  Footnotes  2 Timothy 3:16 training, discipline  This passage is a cornerstone of Reformed Evangelical Christianity, affirming the divine inspiration… Continue reading 2 Timothy 3:16–17

Psalm 31:24 from the New King James Version (NKJV).  Psalm 31:24 reads: "Be of good courage,  And He shall strengthen your heart,  All you who hope in the LORD."  Contextual Understanding  Psalm 31 is a psalm of lament, attributed to David. It's a heartfelt cry for deliverance and protection, but also a profound statement of… Continue reading Psalm 31:24

2 Chronicles 15:7, in the New King James Version (NKJV), reads: "But you, be strong and do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded!” [5].  This verse is part of a larger narrative in 2 Chronicles 15, where the prophet Azariah is exhorting King Asa and the people of Judah… Continue reading 2 Chronicles 15:7