This next verse is a major power verse, and I mean a major power verse. Though we can only be saved by grace through our faith in Jesus, and works has absolutely nothing to do with us being able to receive our eternal salvation in Jesus, this still does not take works out of our w...
To have fear of the Lord is to have knowledge. How could one not fear the Lord when He begins to show them wisdom? The Process of Gaining Wisdom Three points stand out in verse 10. The first, is of course, fear. We see God as a father who wants his children to lear...
as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 3 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4 so that your giving ma...
The Sermon on the Mount, found in the Gospel of Matthew chapters 5-7, is one of the most famous and influential teachings ofJesus Christ. Its timeless wisdom and profound insights into human nature and thenature of Godhave inspired countless individuals and movements throughout history. In this...
By praising Beowulf s wisdom, strength and courage, and by glorifying his death for his people, the poem presents the heroic ideal of a king and his good relations to his warriors and people. 第2章 诺曼时期(1066～1350)2.1 复习笔记I. Historical background(历史背景)The Norman conquest ...
Humility in the Bible is mentioned in Proverbs 22:4 (NIV). This Bible verse tells us the definition of humility distinctly and definitively:Humility is the fear of the Lord; its wages are riches and honor and life.Fear of the Lord isn’t referring to being scared of the Lord, but ...
In this phrase, Jesus is addressing the Pharisees and the Jewish leaders. The Greek word for "say" is "λέγω" (legō), which implies not just speaking but conveying a message of importance. Jesus, as the Word made flesh (John 1:14), embodies divine wisdom and truth. His words ...
Job 11:6– “And that he would tell you the secrets of wisdom! For he is manifold in understanding. Know then that God exacts of you less than your guilt deserves.” Revelation 9:21– “Nor did they repent of their murders or their sorceries or their sexual immorality or their thefts...
What is an example of a biblical allusion? “This place is like a Garden of Eden.”The Garden of Eden was the paradise God made for Adam and Eve. “You are a Solomon when it comes to making decisions.” This refers to the story of King Solomon, who was given great wisdom by God....
John of Damascus describes discernment as "greater than any other virtue; and is the queen and crown of all the virtues." This highlights the importance of discernment not only as a gift but also as a vital spiritual virtue. It helps believers grow in wisdom and faithfulness by staying attun...