Last week we looked at how God deals with nations and how we as individual believers are to respond. This week we will look at the third point of application in more depth – how to pray for and stand … Continue reading →

There are several key lessons we need to glean from the first chapter of Daniel and the overview of the entire book before we move on in our study. Many Christian leaders are telling us that God is clearly judging … Continue reading →

The following material in brackets are excerpts taken from a presentation on the book of Daniel by Dr. Ken Boa and Bill Ibsen. © Dr. Ken Boa and Bill Ibsen 2005.  All Rights Reserved. [“Daniel’s prophecy is, in many respects, … Continue reading →

PSALM 119:121-176 – COMMENTS ON KEY VERSES IN THIS SECTION Vv. 121-128 – “Therefore I esteem right all Your precepts concerning everything.” (V. 128) It is a dangerous world (“this present evil age” – Gal. 1:3) filled with arrogant oppressors … Continue reading →

“I hate those who are double-minded (or “vain thoughts” –KJV), But I love Your law . Depart from me, evildoers, that I may observe the commandments of my God.” (Vv. 113, 115) [“vain  – Gr.kenos; destitute of spiritual wealth, endeavors, … Continue reading →

Psalm 119:97-104 Delighting in God’s Truth/ Hating Every False Way “O how I love Your law! It is my meditation all the day.” (V. 97) David, inspired by the Holy Spirit, loves God’s Word and truth because it reveals the … Continue reading →

“Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven. Your faithfulness continues throughout all generations.” (Vv. 89-90) “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth gives way and the … Continue reading →

Psalm 119:81-88    Deep Sorrow Calls for Deep Prayers – Help Thou me;  Quicken (Revive) me O Lord (KJV) In this section we see the contrast between the temporal pain caused by the arrogant (earth dwellers- unbelievers) who dig pits (including … Continue reading →

Formed to Proclaim His Praise “Your hands made me and fashioned me; Give me understanding, that I may learn Your commandments.” (V. 73) God both made us and now molds us. Sin deformed us but we as believers are “recreated” … Continue reading →

Defining the “Good Life” According to God’s Word   [“A man who lived on the northern frontier of China was skilled in interpreting events. One day, for no reason, his horse ran away to the nomads across the border. Everyone … Continue reading →

God’s Word –  Freedom, Comfort in Afflictions  and Companionship on the Narrow Road that Leads to Life I will be commenting on these twenty-four verses in a thematic way rather than verse by verse. The theme is the narrow road … Continue reading →

God’s Word – Man’s Insufficiency and Need for God, Eternal Truths versus Vanity   All the verses in this section are prayers of David focused on God’s Word; a great example for our prayer life. 25. “My soul cleaves to … Continue reading →

God’s Word – Blessings for Obedience, Cleansing and Purity Through Meditation, and Discernment for Direction [“AUTHOR.  We believe that David wrote this Psalm. It is Davidic in tone and expression, and it tallies with David’s experience in many interesting points. … Continue reading →

The Acts of Christ Through the Apostles By the Power of the Holy Spirit  (41) Run the Race  6/1/12               “However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has … Continue reading →

                                                 Paul – The Free Prisoner of Love   “Christ's love has moved me … His love has … Continue reading →

                                           Paul – The Free Prisoner of Love  “Christ’s love has moved me … His love has the first and … Continue reading →