The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction. Proverbs 1:7 We are continuing our study on Hermeneutics: the art and science of Biblical Interpretation. The book of Proverbs is a great study as we begin practicing hermeneutics for a number of reasons: It comes in neat small sectionsContinue reading “Study 16: The Hermeneutics of Proverbs”
Monthly Archives: March 2019
Study 15: Hermeneutical Detox
For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel. Ezra 7:10 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 We are continuing our study onContinue reading “Study 15: Hermeneutical Detox”
Study 14: Hermeneutics Introduction
For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel. Ezra 7:10 …just as our beloved brother Paul, according to the wisdom given him, wrote to you, as also in all his letters, speaking in them of these things, in which are some things hardContinue reading “Study 14: Hermeneutics Introduction”
Study 13: A Man of Purity
Finally then, brethren, we request and exhort you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us instruction as to how you ought to walk and please God (just as you actually do walk), that you excel still more. For you know what commandments we gave you by the authority of the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your sanctification; that is, that you abstainContinue reading “Study 13: A Man of Purity”
Study 12: A Man of Truth
“Therefore, laying aside falsehood, speak truth each one of you with his neighbour, for we are members of one another.” Ephesians 4:25 “Behold, You desire truth in the innermost being…” Psalm 51:5a We are continuing our study on the Character of a Godly Man. Last time we spoke on Integrity and the conscience. The factContinue reading “Study 12: A Man of Truth”
Study 11: A Man of Integrity
“Behold, You desire truth in the innermost being…” Psalm 51:6a O LORD, who may abide in Your tent? Who may dwell on Your holy hill?He who walks with integrity, and works righteousness, and speaks truth in his heart. He does not slander with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbour, nor takes up a reproachContinue reading “Study 11: A Man of Integrity”
Study 10: A Man of Contentment
I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Philippians 4:12-13 …godliness actually is aContinue reading “Study 10: A Man of Contentment”
Study 9: A Man of Humility
Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1-3 ThereforeContinue reading “Study 9: A Man of Humility”
Study 8: A Man who Fears the LORD
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Proverbs 9:10, Psalm 111:10 If you address as Father the One who impartially judges according to each one’s work, conduct yourselves in fear during the time of your stay on earth… 1 Peter 1:17 We are continuing our study on the Character of a GodlyContinue reading “Study 8: A Man who Fears the LORD”
Study 7: A Man who Flees Temptation
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things. They do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable.Therefore I run in such a way, as notContinue reading “Study 7: A Man who Flees Temptation”
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