The use of "Shaddai" in this verse reinforces the idea that God's power is matched by His justice. does not pervert justiceThe phrase "pervert justice" comes from the Hebrew "יַעֲוֵּת מִשְׁפָּט" (ya'aveh mishpat), meaning to distort or ...
Verse (Click for Chapter) New International VersionWhen tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me.” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone;New Living TranslationAnd remember, when you are being tempted, do not say, “God is tempting me.” God is never temp...
"Whoever does not hate his father and mother cannot become a disciple to me. And whoever does not hate his brothers and sisters and take up his cross in my way will not be worthy of me" (Thom 55). Yeshua describes himself as a winebibber and friend of publicans in a manner reminiscen...
Many years ago, I told a friend that God does not justify lies, and he responded to me with the story of Rahab. His argument was that Rahab lied, and God blessed her for it, but that is not the case, which is what led me to write this teaching; to make sure that Christians ...
Does Scripture promise that God won't give us more than we can bear, or does it reveal something deeper about our need for Him during overwhelming times? Let’s explore the context of this commonly quoted verse and what it really means about our struggles, God’s faithfulness, and our nee...
Jesus simply told him that yes, while the promise of GOD Almighty to protect me from all harm and death is there, but the scripture also says: "Do not tempt GOD (Luke 2:52: GOD forgave Jesus' sins and was "charitable" with him)." The Bible is very clear about the crucifixion ...
However, the context in which the statement is made also indicates that this particular “everything” is not intended to encompass life and the universe, but rather everything about human hearts. Not only does this interpretation make more sense in light of the verse than with an inexplicable...
That gaining knowledge, wisdom, and understanding is better than all of the gold, silver, and rubies of this world and that it does not even begin to compare to anything else that you may desire in this life! In other words, gaining the knowledge of God in this life is bigger and bett...
“Understanding everything along the way” is not the way we’re meant to live. Resting in the reality of the Lord directing our steps is. So why not take the challenge in 2024 to let 20:24 become your verse. If you will take the journey with me to meditate on it until the seeded...
For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He tempt anyone.Romans 4:20-22Yet he did not waver through disbelief in the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, / being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised. / This is why ...