1 Kings 1
David is dying and the maneuvering to replace him has started. Sometimes people hate politics (the maneuvering for power) and it’s true...
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- Apr 30, 2013
Proverbs 31
The one chapter from a woman to her son emphasizing wisdom – knowing what to do with men and act as a king as well as what to look for in...
- Apr 30, 2013
Proverbs 30
The chapter starts with an honest confession of weariness as the author contemplates learning wisdom. He cannot do it on his own. He...
- Apr 27, 2013
Proverbs 29
This chapter continues the theme of injustice and dealing with authority. However, this chapter focuses a lot more on what God does. ...
- Apr 27, 2013
Proverbs 28
Poverty and injustice are integrally tied together. Not that one always results in the other, but that one invites the other so easily....
- Apr 26, 2013
Proverbs 27
What provokes you? This chapter deals with things that provoke a reaction and the things we should want in life. Iron does sharpen...
- Apr 26, 2013
Proverbs 26
What is appropriate in life? Chapter 26 starts off with a series of things that fit best together or not: like snow in summer or the...
- Apr 26, 2013
Proverbs 25
This chapter has some great sections. The first one is on how to approach kings and understand what their priorities are/should be....
- Apr 19, 2013
Proverbs 24
Victory is gained by an abundance of counselors…not counselors that are counseling against one another but counselors that are bringing...
- Apr 17, 2013
Proverbs 23
This chapter is about self-discipline – coming out of the 30 sayings started in chapter 22. Self-discipline is prized often in our...
- Apr 17, 2013
Proverbs 22
Proverbs is such a great reminder of what is truly important in very practical situations. One of the most remembered verses is vs. 1. ...
- Apr 17, 2013
Proverbs 21
This chapter emphasizes lifestyle and the results of various ones. It starts with the reminder that God weighs our motives while we...
- Apr 14, 2013
Proverbs 20
One of the themes in this chapter is the king, his power and desires. A wise king uses his power well. To promote righteousness and...
- Apr 12, 2013
Proverbs 19
Proverbs 19 mixes the themes of being poor and being foolish especially with your speech again. It concludes it is better to be poor...
- Apr 12, 2013
Proverbs 18
Again this chapter emphasizes our speech and how it impacts our life. Things that involve speech: A fool likes expressing his opinion...
- Apr 10, 2013
Proverbs 17
Strife is a major theme in this chapter. It’s easy to start and difficult to finish. Don’t be the cause of it. We have to train children...
- Apr 9, 2013
Proverbs 16
There are few stronger verses that argue for the sovereignty of God than vs. 33. The lot (or a kind of dice) had to be cast but its...
- Apr 9, 2013
Proverbs 15
I have always appreciated verse 1 and the wisdom contained in it. A soft answer turns away wrath. Not a weak answer but a calm one. ...
- Apr 9, 2013
Proverbs 14
Sowing and reaping is a part of this chapter. The backslider and the wise person are compared as to fruit. Not just that you receive...
- Feb 12, 2013
Colossians 1
Welcome to Colossians, a letter of the Apostle Paul. Some background is helpful to understanding. The church in Colossae was started by...
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