Proverbs 11:25

Commentary Proverbs 11:25 Text (NKJV):“The generous soul will be made rich,And he who waters will also be watered himself.” — Proverbs 11:25 1. Context within Proverbs 11 Proverbs 11[i] is a chapter contrasting righteousness and wickedness, generosity and greed, integrity and deceit. It highlights the moral order established by God, where righteousness leads to life and blessing, while wickedness… Continue reading Proverbs 11:25

Psalm 121:5

Commentary on Psalm 121:5 Text (NKJV):“The Lord is your keeper; The Lord is your shade at your right hand.” 1. Context of Psalm 121 Psalm 121[i] belongs to the collection known as the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120–134). These psalms were sung by pilgrims travelling to Jerusalem, often for festivals. The psalm reflects the journey of faith, with its… Continue reading Psalm 121:5

Matthew 24:42

Commentary Text: “Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.” (Matthew 24:42, NKJV) 1. Contextual Background Matthew 24[i] is part of the Olivet Discourse, where Jesus speaks to His disciples about the destruction of the temple, the signs of His coming, and the end of the age. The chapter is marked by… Continue reading Matthew 24:42

Isaiah 12:2

Commentary on Isaiah 12:2 Text (NKJV):“Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; For YAH, the LORD, is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.” 1. Context of Isaiah 12 Isaiah 12[i] is a short but profound hymn of praise that concludes the section beginning in Isaiah 7–11. These chapters deal with… Continue reading Isaiah 12:2

John 8:32

Commentary on John 8:32 Text: “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:32, NKJV) 1. Literary and Historical Context John 8[i] records a tense dialogue between Jesus and the Jewish leaders during the Feast of Tabernacles. The chapter highlights themes of light, truth, freedom, and the identity of Jesus as the… Continue reading John 8:32

Psalm 9:1

Commentary on Psalm 9:1 Text (NKJV):“I will praise You, O Lord, with my whole heart; I will tell of all Your marvellous works.” 1. Literary and Contextual Background Psalm 9[i] is a Psalm of David, traditionally understood as a song of thanksgiving for God’s deliverance from enemies. It is closely linked with Psalm 10, forming a partial acrostic poem… Continue reading Psalm 9:1

Psalm 68:19

Commentary on Psalm 68:19 Text (NKJV):“Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits, The God of our salvation! Selah” (Psalm 68:19). 1. Context within Psalm 68 Psalm 68[i] is a majestic hymn of triumph, celebrating God’s power, His victory over enemies, and His care for His people. It portrays God as the Divine Warrior who leads His… Continue reading Psalm 68:19

Luke 6:38

Commentary on Luke 6:38 Text (NKJV):“Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” 1. Context in Luke 6 Luke 6[i] records Jesus’ teaching in what is often called… Continue reading Luke 6:38

Matthew 10:20

Commentary on Matthew 10:20 Text:“For it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father who speaks in you.” (Matthew 10:20, NKJV) 1. Context in Matthew 10 Matthew 10[i] records Jesus commissioning the twelve apostles for mission. He sends them out with authority to preach, heal, and cast out demons (10:1–8). He warns them of persecution, rejection,… Continue reading Matthew 10:20

Psalm 23:4

Commentary on Psalm 23:4 (NKJV) Text (NKJV):“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” 1. Context within Psalm 23 Psalm 23[i] is a Psalm of David, often described as a song of trust and confidence in the… Continue reading Psalm 23:4