1 Corinthians 1:18 – For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to we who are being saved it is the power of God. What is wisdom and what is foolishness? An examination on the wisdom of men and the wisdom of God. Continue reading
Posted in October 2012 …
Matthew 14:31
Matthew 14:31- Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?” The event of Jesus walking on water would have been but yet another of Jesus’ supernatural acts had not for Peter’s part in it. In this study we will discuss faith closely with doubt in close reference to the context of Peter. Continue reading
Philippians 4:7
Philippians 4:7 – And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. The world’s peace has its limits, but God’s peace knows no bounds. A simple study at this marvel called peace. Continue reading
Romans 12:14
Romans 12:14 – Bless those who persecute you, bless and do not curse. Through a series of examples, we will examine the mentality of blessing your enemies. And attempt to, in brief, look at the reasons we should adopt this mentality too. Continue reading
Job 32:9
Job 32:9 – It is not only the old who are wise, not only the aged who understand what is right. In the study of this verse we will introduce a lesser known character, Elihu, and focus on his stand on youth and wisdom. Continue reading
Lamentations 3:32
Lamentations 3:32 – But though he cause grief, yet will he have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies. In this study we shall find hope in the book of Lamentations amidst all the tragedy and suffering. Continue reading
James 1:19
James 1:19 – My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. This verse highlights an important lesson on humility and the importance of knowing when to speak and when to react. Continue reading
Hebrews 2:18
Hebrews 2:18 – Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted. He knows our pain when we suffer. He knows our struggle when we are tempted. He knows, because he has experienced it, and because he understands, he will come and help us in our times of temptation. Continue reading
Psalm 119:11
Psalm 119:11 – I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Memorizing verses is often associated with our faith, and in this study, we will examine why we should memorize verses and how they can help us honour God one day. Continue reading
1 Thessalonians 5:19
1 Thessalonians 5:19 – Do not put out the Spirit’s fire. In this study we will examine the metaphor of the fire in reference to the Holy Spirit, and we will also dive into the topic of rejection. Continue reading
Romans 12:15
Romans 12:15 – Rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn. As Paul urges the Roman Church to love one another, he sets high definitions of the expected love and in this study, we’ll look at how we can empathize for others genuinely as well. Continue reading