1 Samuel 25:1-44

1 Samuel 25:1 In this chapter we see the contrast between an inconsiderate, selfish man and a wise, courageous woman. Sadly there are some who we will run into who are hard and mean-spirited. Thankfully there are courageous and wise women of the highest character who walk among us as well. In this chapter we … Read more

1 Samuel 22:1-23

1 Samuel 22 introduces the polarization of Israel over the conflict between Saul and David, for the first time the conflict reaches out and brings suffering and destruction to a whole city of innocent people. The chapter records yet another step in the decline of Saul’s ability to lead Israel and another step in David’s … Read more

1 Samuel 19:1-17

1 Samuel 19:1-10 In these verses we learn of the fifth attempt by Saul to kill David. This particular attempt was counteracted by Jonathan’s close friendship with David. Saul now publicly ordered the killing of David, charging his own son Jonathan and all his attendants to assassinate David. Up to this point, Saul’s attempts had … Read more

1 Samuel 18:20-30

1 Samuel 18:20-30 In this section we have the fourth attempt by Saul to kill David. When the Philistines failed to kill David, Saul was determined more than ever to eliminate David who he saw as a rival to his throne. One day Saul noticed an interaction between his daughter Michal and David that indicated … Read more

Philippians 4:1-9

The point of this passage is the peace of God. There are 6 steps a believer needs to take to maintain the peace of God in your heart and life. Failure to take these steps grieves both the Lord and fellow believers. When a believer loses his peace with God, several things happen: He becomes … Read more

Philippians 3:1-16

Philippians 3:1-2 Paul now sets down two very important things. The first is the truth that as Believer God has given us a joy that cannot be taken away. Our joy is not based on circumstances but rather on the presence of the Living Messiah who dwells in us. His indwelling means that even in … Read more

Philippians 2:1-30

Philippians 2:1-2 The Philippian Believers were strong in their faith and filled with a desire to advance the Good News. A strong congregation is interested beginning many programs for outreach. Because of this, there is always the danger of differences of opinion: differences in vision, concern, emphasis, and interests. That is why called them to … Read more

Lesson 27 – Hebrews 13:10-25

Hebrews 13:10-14 – “We have an altar.” This is a reference to the altar that stood in the Temple when this letter was being written. Ordinarily the priests were allowed to eat what remained of the sacrifices. But on the day of Atonement, they are forbidden from eating the sacrifices. The remains of the offerings were … Read more

Lesson 26 – Hebrews 13:2-9

Hebrews 13:4 – Marriage and Sexual relations: 1. Marriage is to be honored by all believers. The word “honor” (timios) means highly esteemed, counted as the most precious, warm and tender bond, held as the most valuable of bonds, as being the dearest of relationships. “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, … Read more

Lesson 25 – Hebrews 12:18-13:1

Hebrews 12:18-29 – The Book of Hebrews seems to conclude here with chapter 13 forming a postscript. The conclusion ends with this final exhortation to the Jewish believers who were wavering between two opinions. Should I believe and obey the message and mediator of the New Covenant or should I return to the covenant given at … Read more