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Proverbs 15:19 - A Thorny Issue: Commentary #96

My commentary #96 on Proverbs 15:19, A Thorny Issue, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings matthew john 2 thessalonians paul acts luke lazy thorns god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom judgement court case way of the wicked way of faith way struggle work overcome refuse will not work idleness excuse waste life jesus the teacher parables talents ability 5 2 1 hard man reap sowing the seed harvest fear hiding condemnation weak wicked servants expectation production salvation eternal punishment invitation labor giving rest miracles 5000 feeding the multitude 5 loaves & 2 fish free meal benevolence seek signs eat and drink bread filled food perish endurance eternal life son of man god the father seal god`s works belief church of christ hole repent assistance help search truth god`s word malevolence gospel of christ holy spirit rules god`s command eat will government social conditions benefit free gift insurance theft deserve aid charity empower constitution voting bribery upright force support love asleep poverty open eyes satisfaction become a christian wilful obedience obedience soul christian strength exhortation continue in the faith faith tribulation kingdom of god 10 abundance have not haves add or take away unprofitable darkness weeping teeth

God IS Great, Because... Sermon Chart Available

My chart for the sermon God IS Great Because is now available in Sermon Charts.

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  Tags hebrews psalms david genesis acts luke exodus ecclesiastes deuteronomy 1 corinthians paul luke 1 timothy galatians god god the creator god the sustainer of life god’s word heaven animals breath of life seas earth fear of god awe god`s command elohim preachers preach the word living god nations witness good seasons heart gladness sacrifice jehovah yhwh i am holy lord god`s people love oaths pharaoh egypt redemption righteousness promised land wicked understanding stiff necked people wisdom flesh mighty noble god`s chosen fool weak shame god`s glory thanksgiving jesus christ faith ministry blasphemy persecution insolent mercy ignorance unbelievers god`s grace salvation sin jesus the saviour longsuffering patience belief eternal life crucifixion second death son of god self sacrifice reward diligence baptism jewish gentiles slavery freedom one faith seed of abraham heirs

Proverbs 13:13 - Pick One: Despise Or Fear God's Word: Commentary #68

My commentary #68 on Proverbs 13:13, Pick One: Despise Or Fear God's Word, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings john hebrews paul 2 peter peter ecclesiastes acts luke 1 thessalonians despise fear inspired word of god god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom judgments court case destruction god`s command commandments reward disregard god disrespect prayer turn away ears hearing god`s law abomination to the lord eternal condemnation self destruction physical rejection think accusations god the father moses trust believers written word unbelievers word of christ jesus the judge 2nd coming of christ judgement day judge the world save the world receive jesus last day false prophets false teachers secrecy heresies denial follow way of truth blasphemy covetous exploit deceipt idleness asleep scoffing agnostics atheism immorality wicked perverse fear of god apostles conclusion keep obedience all purpose to life work good and evil mouth partiality every nation all nations good works acceptance thanksgiving cease receive knowledge welcome word of men

What We Don't Know Can Hurt Us: Sermon Chart

My chart for the sermon What We Don't Know Can Hurt Us is now available in Sermon Charts. It is based upon Proverbs 4:14 - 19.

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Proverbs 11:20-21 - Is Anything "Right" or "Wrong"?: Commentary #44

My commentary #44 on Proverbs 11:20-21, Is Anything "Right" or "Wrong"? is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs 1 kings exodus matthew philippians paul colossians 1 thessalonians nahum 2 timothy timothy isaiah luke acts right and wrong right wrong god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom judgement court case perverse heart abomination to the lord blameless delight joined wicked punishment retribution descendants righteous deliverance good and evil unrighteous clear absolute values clouds confusion way of the wicked love of god follow evil thoughts words pure in heart pleasing to god arrogance doubting power king pharaoh who is god god`s existence obedience voice of god israelites egypt jewish captivity unknown god 10 plagues plagues of egypt 10 destruction kingdom challenge rule of god omnipotent condemnation moses old law priests temple zacharias elizabeth saul of tarsus cross gospel of christ sinner god is good stronghold troubles trust truth overpower strength change shrink morality moral code code of conduct relative morality moral equivalence reversed morality false teachers justified just prophets inspired word of god woe darkness light bitterness sweet reflection jesus the teacher high esteem society god`s sight hope recognition admission repent baptism name of the lord jesus remission of sin

Psalm 73: Why Do the Wicked Prosper?

My commentary for Psalm 73, Why Do the Wicked Prosper?, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms asaph 2 chronicles nehemiah matthew hebrews paul ephesians david proverbs solomon galatians job luke mark exodus 2 corinthians 2 timothy james wicked prosperity conviction believers source of blessings blessed life live a faithful life christian life resolution troubles conflict faith renewal confidence prophets seer 12 israel restoration promised land remembrance stumbling block stumble pure in heart seeing good envy easy life death overlook jezebel king saul absalom ahithophel adolf hitler benito mussolini worldly life self serving self interest selfishness righteousness love the lord your god darkness dark side pride violence covetous perverse languages trust edward parry tongue walk earth speak poor oppression master opposition suppression lies innocent false testimony bitterness strict observance government human law cast away cord discord religion heresies superstition patience stubborn perverse church think devour house of god possessions resurrection future hope eat and drink tomorrow abuse one sided cup sin ignorance rich worldly riches questions doubting faith pain answers church assembly moses builder tabernacle sanctuary god`s dwelling god`s people worship temple church of christ church building public assembly hearing bible teaching preach the word teachers troubles bible study destruction fool wilful ignorance forget lesson resolution led by faith salvation god is faithful heaven faithful earth desert god draw near

Proverbs 30:32-33 - War Mongering Causes War: Commentary #207

My commentary #207 on Proverbs 30:32-33, War Mongering Causes War, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings god the creator understanding human behavior divine god`s wisdom preservation holy spirit war war mongering cause effect fool exaltation self importance devious evil hands mouth milk butter nose blood force wrath strife actions consequence peace kingdom example holy bible history lost soul wood fire tale bearer cease coal burning contentions author media news entertainment demonstration conflict army military rise up plans rebellion beloved begging troubles 3 avoid cover think speak words lion provoking anger sin honor critics justified welcome righteous king help follow god`s wisdom abomination commission wicked throne establish righteousness add or take away truth silence

Proverbs 14:6 - God's Word to the "Me" Generation: Commentary #79

My commentary #79 on Proverbs 14:6, God's Word to the "Me" Generation, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings job isaiah 2 timothy timothy paul 2 peter peter 1 timothy romans luke matthew psalms david acts god`s word generation youth god the creator understanding human behavior divine wisdom judgement case court live a faithful life scoffing seek god`s wisdom find knowledge attitude truth scorn friendship doubting people death think own opinion your truth self conceit selfishness superior source of truth failure destruction heart haughty honor humility pride wicked sin babylon halt arrogance ego child care parenting correction disobedience headstrong science wilful ignorance christian evidences flood noah wealth refuse trust in god research rejection god`s existence physical evidence geological evidence religion leadership listening jesus the leader jesus the king questions learning test danger sorrow father fool joy strike simple weary rebuke undiscerning punishment instruction receive knowledge his name reproach cease devious abomination violence sober wise up self importance cause contentions despise ask giving knock opening creation identity scriptures great god praise to god fear gods idolatry god of gods false gods heavens majesty strength beauty sanctuary hope far from me draw near

Proverbs 28:2 - For Which Leader Do You Vote?: Commentary #188

My commentary #188 on Proverbs 28:2, For Which Leader Do You Vote?, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon jeremiah hosea psalms david acts luke leadership voting election transgressions lands prince understanding knowledge right prolong nations corrupt violence righteousness rejoice glory wicked hiding house of israel speak potter clay hands kingdom destruction evil disasters builder plant god`s sight obedience voice of god good benefit case healing iniquity ephraim uncover samaria fraud thief spoil remembrance wicked deeds face of god gladness lies corrupt politics election voting remedy turns choice knowledge prolong government abandon god rage plotting vain kings of earth counseling anointed break bondage cast away cord heavens laughter god`s wrath distress holy hill zion overthrow david`s throne heaven president congress right way justice noble judge earth justified

Psalm 107: Thanksgiving for God's Deliverance

My commentary for Psalm 107, Thanksgiving for God's Deliverance, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms ezra nehemiah numbers joshua 2 kings matthew 2 chronicles jeremiah john 2 corinthians paul mark romans praise to god deserve deliverance bowing blessed life attention preservation kingdom of israel old testament history canaan babylon jewish captivity salvation sinner jesus` life god`s works repetition church of christ learning lesson heed children of men thanksgiving day good mercy purchase price paid redemption promised land wandering in the wilderness bondage wander egypt holy city jerusalem hunger and thirst punishment rebellion god`s word freedom in christ affliction northern king assyria conquest storms seas healing jesus the healer praise abundance hand of god dependence wicked righteousness live a faithful life grace all things good works written word giving poor alms for the poor endurance eternal seed sowing the seed bread food increase fruits thanksgiving wise strict observance severity fallen keep god`s command cut off

Proverbs 24:23-25 - Judging With No Sympathy for Sin: Commentary #173

My commentary #173 on Proverbs 24:23-25, Judging With No Sympathy for Sin, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 kings leviticus deuteronomy john isaiah matthew 1 corinthians paul psalms david acts luke 2 corinthians mark judgement sympathy sin god the creator understanding human behavior behaviour divine wisdom court case live a faithful life wise good partiality wicked righteousness cursing nations abhor rebuke delight blessing moses old law condemnation objectivity morality decision making injustice poor honor mighty neighbor hearing small great fearless presence god’s judgement pervert justice social justice bribery blind eyes twists the words god`s wisdom speak bread transgressions jesus christ truth appearances righteous judgment moral code absolute values christian double standard reversed morality evil good and evil right and wrong darkness light bitterness sweet hypocrisy application same judgment judge another judgement of man good judgment leniency sexual immorality gentiles incest puffed up mourning take your stand absent in body present in spirit spirit body name of the lord jesus church assembly god`s power deliverance satan destruction flesh salvation day of the lord world acceptance standard commendation self esteem approval keep doer of the word feelings believers baptism unbelievers

Words of Wisdom: November 6 -10, 2017

Please find my Words of Wisdom as Audio and as Transcripts for the days:

11/06/2017: Why Blame God?

11/07/2017: Murdered Murderers

11/08/2017: No Safe Worship

11/09/2017: Persecution May Come

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  Tags hebrews paul romans mark genesis matthew proverbs solomon luke 2 corinthians acts psalms david revelation john blame god the father disasters natural disaster tragic events evil quick ignore facts devil among us antagonism jesus` death and burial destruction power of death world listening retain knowledge debased mind learning obedience suffering perfection author eternal salvation believers baptism salvation innocent soul mass murder worship sunday texas flee guns justified world wide flood noah mankind man`s blood god`s image god the creator jesus the teacher sword perish by the sword violation god`s law dig downfall stone retribution vengeance karma plans safety seasons galilee pilate sacrifice answers sinner repent guarantee reconciliation sinless righteousness jewish gentiles faith lord jesus christ persecution come to pass great church jerusalem scattered judea samaria apostles saul of tarsus terrorism imprison hunt god`s promises easy life no evil prayer giving deeds wicked work of men hands deserve justice altar martyr inspired word of god good testimony judgement day

Psalm 1: The Company to Keep

My commentary for Psalm 1, The Company to Keep, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david ephesians paul acts luke john core values benefit god`s blessing certainty condemnation wicked walk stand sit sinner accompany interest deep acceptance clear fellowship unfruitful walk in darkness works ungodly god`s existence disregard god`s law scorn blame self inflicted consequence refuse follow new law atheism agnostics prosperity fruitful tree lost faithful chaff love of god protection righteousness eternal open door repent strength one faith god as judge of all god’s judgement blow in the wind final judgment avoid congregation light shine darkness

Proverbs 2:10-22 - God's Wisdom Delivers From Perverse Teachers: Commentary #7

My commentary #7 on Proverbs 2:10-22, God's Wisdom Delivers From Perverse Teachers and Immoral Women, is available in Studies in the book of Proverbs in Commentaries.

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  Tags proverbs solomon 1 timothy timothy jude genesis matthew hebrews paul 1 corinthians god`s wisdom deliverance perverse teachers false teachers immorality women knowledge preservation discretion good judgment protection understanding preparation evil 4 change truth confusion critical thinking right paths own way walk ways of man darkness hiding sin evil deeds ignorance pleasing to god rejoicing actions evil doer pleasures of sin wrong right delight wicked sexual immorality crooked devious upright youth wilful ignorance immature children decision making parenting live a faithful life guidance god`s word god’s word crowd good people descend religion apostles reputation one man one wife complete marriage man and woman fornication adultery premarital sex flattery words oil prostitutes forsake companion learning conviction appreciate forget god`s covenant irreverence pattern house death disease affliction pain sorrow future grave one way seduction seed discontent desire destruction heart paths of life health happiness dishonesty honesty heaven violation earthly body soul repent recovery bible teaching god’s judgement warning advice sinful conduct good righteousness blameless follow rejection cut off earth unfaithful uproot

Words of Wisdom: October 17 - 20, 2017

Please find my Words of Wisdom as Audio and as Transcripts for the days:

10/17/2017: Sexual Immorality

10/18/2017: An Immoral Playhouse

10/19/2017: Escaping Immorality

10/20/2017: Live In, Not Of, The World

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  Tags genesis john galatians 2 john 1 corinthians paul proverbs solomon romans psalms david colossians sexual immorality writing letters epistles keep evil company immorality god`s plan virgin heterosexual marriage life faithful commitment practice evil rape incest adultery homosexuality sodomy pornography fornication sexual harassment premarital sex business leadership entertainment religion good moral code endorsement hiding put away righteousness choice friendship way of the wicked astray play knowledge gave them over debased mind actions 20 sin evil mind haters of god violence unloving unmerciful god’s judgement deserving of death practice evil approval wilful ignorance wicked men wicked justified guilt sinner hypocrisy deceipt escape god`s wisdom holy bible deliverance way of the wicked speak perverse right paths upright walk walk in darkness rejoicing delight vile everyone does it judge another blessing counseling ungodly path of sinners stand sit seat of the scornful scorn god`s law meditation day and night bible study live in the world of the world corinth covetous extortioners idolatry sharing safety living live a faithful life christian life prayer disciples out of the world evil one earth walk in wisdom unbelievers believers redemption time

Psalm 92: Give Praise to God, the Creator

My commentary for Psalm 92, Praises to God the Creator, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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Words of Wisdom: October 9 - 13, 2017

Please find my Words of Wisdom as Audio and as Transcripts for the days:

10/09/2017: High Esteem

10/10/2017: Life Goes On

10/11/2017: Beware of What You Start

10/12/2017: Being "Religious" Without Jesus

10/13/2017: What God Is Able to Do

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Psalm 28: God, We Need You

My commentary for Psalm 28, God, We Need You, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david 1 timothy hebrews paul timothy jeremiah 2 peter peter ecclesiastes john matthew 2 corinthians acts luke romans appeal hearing justified wicked praise to god god`s response god`s people faith panic overcome needs basic needs sin separation from god knowledge new testament prayer lift our hands wrath doubting live a faithful life approval actions speak peace evil evil heart authority god`s promises despise encouragement wilful ignorance inspired word of god follow heart do as you please holy bible warning empty words persuasion lust of the flesh lewdness escape religious error liberty slaves of sin corrupt bondage war abundance religion leadership gospels doctrine good works professional teachers theology denial authentic christian evidences scholarship church assembly reading bible study sinner 100 politicians ignore prince of peace process prolong his days fear of god practice evil deserving of death punishment vengeance justice condemnation consequence light of the world live in darkness scribes pharisees hypocrisy serpent escape hell deliverance obedience sentence of death trust raise from the dead great thanksgiving answers selfishness assistance one man individual work god`s will

Words of Wisdom: October 2 - 6, 2017

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10/02/2017: False Promises

10/03/2017: Tragic Events and Innocent People

10/04/2017: Mass Murder Motive

10/05/2017: Human Life Matters

10/06/2017: The Soul Exchange

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  Tags jeremiah ephesians paul luke proverbs solomon genesis 1 john john matthew james 1 timothy timothy false teachers promise lies liars god`s existence denial evil sword famine prophets winds god`s word preachers false teachers ideas belief god`s care help bad obedience frustration rejection tragic events listening toss indecision doctrine trickery of men cunning crafts deceipt plotting inspired word of god holy bible innocent sinner galilee pilate murder sacrifice 18 accident tower siloam fall down persecution ambush mass murder guns terrorism armor hate crimes hatred ungodly cause human wrong errors in judgement economics protection blame repent perish world judgmental attitude condemnation boast tomorrow future knowledge day motivation free choice adam & eve cain rise up abel brothers siblings kill new testament love one another wicked evil deeds righteousness works good works las vegas concert victim premeditation authority god the creator divine providence answers human life matter god`s image male and female world wide flood noah man`s blood karma children evolution human animals one flesh creatures fish propaganda right special human worth precious faith soul exchange profitable gain whole world lost soul soul giving friends of the world abraham believers accountability friend of god enemy of god unholy profanity fornication sodomy kidnapping perjuring contradictions sound doctrine jesus the saviour

Psalm 7: Beware Of What You Start

In light of a recent Words of Wisdom, my commentary for Psalm 7, Beware of What You Start, is available in Devotions from Psalms, in Commentaries.

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  Tags psalms david ephesians paul romans 2 corinthians proverbs solomon matthew hosea titus james 2 peter peter appeal relief enemy god`s will possibilities preparation acceptance consequence sin modernists cursing deliverance sinful conduct righteous judgment deeds evaluation judgement day trust trust in god wicked punishment evil way actions karma application practice evil violation god`s law rules justified abortion human life beginning of life worthless riots lifestyle alcohol drugs addiction godlessness anger hatred heartless world human nature merciless free will constraints slaves of sin soul error of their ways turn away return love god`s love
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