Tag: faith

Matthew 1:21

Commentary on Matthew 1:21 This passage, while brief, encapsulates a profound theological truth: the incarnation of Jesus and His exclusive mission to save His people from sin. Context and Narrative Emphasis Matthew 1 opens with a detailed genealogy, situating Jesus historically as the promised Messiah while highlighting God’s sovereign orchestration of salvation history. In the midst of… Continue reading Matthew 1:21

John 13:14

Commentary on John 13:14 This analysis draws on the surrounding context of John 13, while inviting modern believers to see in this verse not only a historical account of Jesus’ humility but also a timeless mandate for servant leadership. 1. Context and Setting of John 13 John 13 records Jesus’ actions during the Last Supper. In this chapter, knowing… Continue reading John 13:14

Isaiah 43:18–19

Commentary on Isaiah 43:18–19, drawing both on the immediate context of Isaiah 43 and the broader themes that persist through the New Testament. This commentary highlights the teaching that believers are called to release the weight of past failures and miseries in order to embrace the new, redemptive work of God—a work that is both transformative and… Continue reading Isaiah 43:18–19

Psalm 42:11

Commentary on Psalm 42:11 for modern Christian living Introduction and Context Psalm 42, a profound lament of spiritual thirst and inner turmoil, captures the psalmist’s struggle in the midst of life’s desolation. In verse 11, the psalmist confronts his inner despair and issues a call for self-exhortation: “Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are… Continue reading Psalm 42:11

1 John 4:4

Commentary on 1 John 4:4 Context and Introduction In the pastoral tone of 1 John, the apostolic writer addresses his readers as “little children,” not to belittle them but as an expression of the intimate familial relationship that believers have with God. This language is significant because it reminds the believer of their identity as God’s own people.… Continue reading 1 John 4:4

Isaiah 43:1

Commentary on Isaiah 43:1 This commentary explores the theological depths of the verse, its context in Isaiah 43, and its practical application for modern Christian living. Introduction Isaiah 43:1 stands as a beacon of reassurance in the midst of adversity. The New King James Version (NKJV) renders the verse as follows: “But now, thus says the LORD, who… Continue reading Isaiah 43:1

Matthew 6:25

Commentary on Matthew 6:25 This passage—embedded in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7)—offers a timeless teaching on trust in God’s providence, urging believers to redirect their energies from anxious preoccupation with earthly needs toward a life centred on faith and the eternal values of God’s Kingdom. Exegesis of Matthew 6:25 (NKJV) “Therefore I say to you, do… Continue reading Matthew 6:25

Philippians 1:6

Commentary on Philippians 1:6 “Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” The Divine Initiation of Salvation and Sanctification This verse begins with the affirmation that the “good work” in the believer is initiated not by human endeavour but… Continue reading Philippians 1:6

Ephesians 3:20–21

Commentary on Ephesians 3:20–21 This commentary draws on the immediate textual context of Ephesians 3 as well as the broader themes of God’s sovereignty, the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit, and the purpose of prayer and worship as they relate to modern Christian living. Exegesis and Theological Reflection Ephesians 3:20 reads: “Now to Him who is able… Continue reading Ephesians 3:20–21

Habakkuk 2:14

Commentary on Habakkuk 2:14 This exploration weaves together the immediate context of chapter 2, the historical–prophetic setting of the text, and its powerful implications for modern Christian living. Context and setting in Habakkuk 2 Habakkuk’s second chapter unfolds as a dialogue between the prophet and God—a conversation marked by wrestling with the apparent triumph of unrighteous powers.… Continue reading Habakkuk 2:14