Commentary on Romans 12:12 (NKJV) 12 rejoicing in hope, patient[a] in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; Footnotes [a] Romans 12:12 persevering Introduction In Romans 12[i], Paul shifts from his grand exposition of justification (chapters 1–11) to concrete, Spirit-empowered ethics. Verse 12 crowns the first half of this practical section with a triad of inner graces: rejoicing in… Continue reading Romans 12:12
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Matthew 6:33
Commentary on Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. 1. Context: Matthew 6:25–34 Jesus delivers Matthew 6:25–34[i] as part of the Sermon on the Mount, addressing the human propensity to worry over daily necessities—food, drink and clothing. He contrasts the Gentile way of life,… Continue reading Matthew 6:33
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
Commentary on 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Introduction 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 serves as the culminating exhortation in Paul’s final practical instructions to the young Thessalonian church. In three succinct imperatives—“rejoice always,” “pray without ceasing,” and “in everything… Continue reading 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
Psalm 119:105
Psalm 119:105 (NKJV) – “Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path.” Context within Psalm 119 Psalm 119[i] is an acrostic poem of 176 verses celebrating the beauty, sufficiency and preservation of God’s Word. Each stanza begins with a successive letter of the Hebrew alphabet, emphasising God’s law (Torah) as the believer’s… Continue reading Psalm 119:105
1 Peter 5:8
Commentary on 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Literary and Biblical Context 1 Peter is addressed to Christians scattered through Asia Minor, many experiencing social pressure and outright persecution. Chapter 5[i] shifts from instructions for elders (vv 1–4) and younger believers (vv… Continue reading 1 Peter 5:8
Psalm 84:5
Psalm 84:5 A Commentary “Blessed is the man whose strength is in You,Whose heart is set on pilgrimage.” Psalm 84[i] opens with longing for the courts of the Lord (vv. 1–2), moves through imagery of sparrows finding shelter (v. 3) and the blessing of temple-dwellers (v. 4), then exclaims the pilgrim’s blessedness in verse 5. Verses 6–7… Continue reading Psalm 84:5
Hebrews 12:1
Hebrews 12:1 (NKJV) – A Commentary “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.” Exegetical Analysis Hebrews 12:1 opens with the inferential particle “Therefore,”… Continue reading Hebrews 12:1
2 Peter 1:3
Commentary on 2 Peter 1:3 “His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue.” Contextual Overview 2 Peter chapter 1[i] opens with an apostolic greeting and immediately pivots into an exhortation to spiritual growth. Peter reminds believers that their faith is… Continue reading 2 Peter 1:3
Luke 1:49
Commentary on Luke 1:49 “For He who is mighty has done great things for me,And holy is His name.” Context in Luke 1 Luke chapter 1[i] opens with two angelic announcements: first to Zechariah about John the Baptist (vv 5–25), then to Mary about Jesus (vv 26–38). Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth (vv 39–45), and under the Spirit’s… Continue reading Luke 1:49
Acts 20:35
Commentary on Acts 20:35 35 I have shown you in every way, by labouring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” The teaching of Acts 20:35 centres on Christ’s words, “It is more blessed to give… Continue reading Acts 20:35
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