Access $3,100 worth of premium resources on the go! Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus and get the best value in digital Bible study. Start 14-day free trialLearn More Introduction to Psalms The Book of Psalms Book Outline Key theme: Intimacy with God Key verses: P...
Colossians 2:18 - Let no one keep defrauding you of your prize by delighting in self-abasement and the worship of the angels, taking his stand on visions he has seen, inflated without cause by his fleshly mind,
for death, not the Law. Paul uses himself as an example, and scholars debate whether he has in view his experience as a Pharisee or a Christian (each view giving a different sense to ‘Law’ and ‘death’). What Paul says in these verses is true of anyone trying to live under law....
In spite of situations that are not delightful, we can still delight in the Lord. When we delight in the Lord, He will change our desires to match HIs desires. Delighting in the Lord will enable us to find peace and joy in the midst of the valley. God’s Word has always brought com...
’– Paul may be making the point that marriage in itself doesn’t solve problems or avoid troubles; in fact, when individuals bring troubles or needs into a marriage, it can feel harder in the working it out. Paul’s point in the remaining verses is for those who feel pressured into ...
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91:1–16 The anonymous author of this psalm (though some think Moses wrote it) warns about hidden... Ps 91:1–4 91:1–4 The names of God used in these verses encourage us to trust Him. He is the Most High... Ps 91:1 91:1 The most important part...
The original verses do not ask for a change of heart but begin to detail the consequences of disobedience to Wisdom. 1:31 Eat the fruit: sinners are punished by the consequences of their sins. Wisdom’s voice echoes that of the parents in vv. 8–19. The parents mediate wisdom in vv....
In verses 14-18, he suggests something of this profound secret of life, which Christ will call the hidden treasure or pearl of great price (Mt 13:44-46). Wisdom is a tree of life, not the fruit prohibited to human beings that sprouted on the tree in paradise (see Gen 3). Proverbs...
What Paul says in these verses is true of anyone trying to live under law. Romans 7:14 That is, carnal, fleshly; or, human, of Adam’s race. Romans 7:15 Or, ‘acknowledge’ as representing his true desires. Romans 7:15 For example, this coveting, v 7. Romans 7:16 Or concurring...