Tag: christianity

Commentary on Colossians 3:2 Context of Colossians 3 The Colossians opens with a reminder that believers have been raised with Christ and now share in His resurrection life. Paul builds practical instruction on this foundation, urging the Colossians to “seek the things which are above, where Christ is” and to recognise that their present life is “hidden with Christ… Continue reading Colossians 3:2

Commentary on 2 Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness,but is patient toward you, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.” This verse lies at the heart of Peter’s argument in chapter 3, where he addresses the apparent delay of Christ’s return. 1. Context… Continue reading 2 Peter 3:9

Commentary on Joshua 1:8 Historical and Literary Context Joshua 1 opens after the death of Moses with God commissioning Joshua to lead Israel into Canaan. Verses 6–9 repeat the charge to “be strong and of good courage,” anchoring Joshua’s confidence not in his own ability but in divine presence and promise. Exegesis of Joshua 1:8 Joshua 1:8 in the New… Continue reading Joshua 1:8

Commentary on James 4:17 James 4 opens with a diagnosis of strife among believers, rooted in covetous desires and worldliness. Verses 1–6 warn against jealousy, selfish prayer and friendship with the world, urging humility before God. Verses 7–10 call for submission, resistance of the devil and wholehearted devotion. Verses 11–16 rebuke slander, self-confident planning and boasting. In… Continue reading James 4:17

Commentary on John 8:12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying,“I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.” John 8:12 follows Jesus’ exchange with the Pharisees and the judgment-and-mercy episode of the adulterous woman (John 8:1–11). In this pivotal declaration, Jesus resumes His teaching… Continue reading John 8:12

Commentary on Psalm 55:22 “Cast your burden on the Lord,And He shall sustain you;He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.” Context of Psalm 55 Psalm 55 stands among David’s maskil (a contemplative song) and reflects his anguish at betrayal by a close companion (Psalm 55:12–14). In earlier verses, David describes terror, despair and an urgent desire to… Continue reading Psalm 55:22

Commentary on Matthew 20:28 “Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” 1. Context of Matthew 20 Matthew 20 unfolds as Jesus and His disciples make their final journey to Jerusalem. After predicting His suffering, death and resurrection three times (20:17–19), Jesus… Continue reading Matthew 20:28

Commentary on 1 Samuel 2:2 (NKJV) Context and Text 1 Samuel 2:2 in the New King James Version reads: No one is holy like the Lord,For there is none besides You,Nor is there any Rock like our God. This verse appears in the midst of Hannah’s song of thanksgiving (1 Samuel 2:1–10), in which she magnifies the Lord’s incomparable attributes. Verse… Continue reading 1 Samuel 2:2

Commentary on Ephesians 6:12 Ephesians 6:12 New King James Version12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of [a]the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. FootnotesEphesians 6:12 NU this darkness, Context of Ephesians 6 Ephesians 6 begins with practical exhortations for household relationships—children… Continue reading Ephesians 6:12

Commentary on Jeremiah 31:25 Text and Context “For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.” NKJV This promise comes at the close of a section (Jeremiah 31:1–25) that foretells Israel’s restoration. After depicting God’s everlasting love (vv. 3–4) and the gathering of exiles (vv. 7–14), verse 25 reiterates God’s care by… Continue reading Jeremiah 31:25