Micah 6:8 – He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. In this study we will examine the three requirements that the Lord has of us, as recounted by Micah. Continue reading
Hebrews 11:6
Hebrews 11:6 – And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. In this study we will examine the two most fundamental beliefs that spearhead the Christian faith – the belief that God exists, and the belief that God lives. Continue reading
Isaiah 9:6
Isaiah 9:6 – for to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. In this study we will consider the roles of the Messiah as listed by Isaiah, on top of a little off-topic look at King Hezekiah. Continue reading
1 John 4:18
1 John 4:18 – There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. In this study we will examine the idea of fear being the opposite of love, and how we have no reason to fear if we are able to love. Continue reading
Philippians 2:10
Philippians 2:10 – that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth. In this study, we will examine how the extent of the greatness of Christ is such that every single being on earth ought to express our greatest humility to him and submit to him in reverence and worship. Continue reading
1 Samuel 12:23
1 Samuel 12:23 – Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by ceasing to pray for you, and I will instruct you in the good and the right way. In this study we will examine how Samuel considered not praying for his people unceasingly to be a sin, and what we can learn from that. Continue reading
Psalm 121:4
Psalm 121:4 – indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. In this study, we will take a brief look at what it means when God doesn’t need to sleep, and how we will often struggle with that fact in our lifetimes. Continue reading
Romans 14:1
Romans 14:1 – Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. In this study, we will examine what it means to be weaker or stronger in faith, and take a close look at some examples of disputable matters. Continue reading
2 Samuel 22:31
2 Samuel 22:31 – As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. In this study, we will examine the divine empowerment of God as expressed in three simple phrases by a reflective King David. Continue reading
Ephesians 1:17
Ephesians 1:17 – I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. In this study, we will examine the need to continuously ask for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation – and not just for ourselves. Continue reading
Deuteronomy 6:4
Deuteronomy 6:4 – Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. In this study, we will examine the oneness of God and how this concept is still important to us in modern times. Continue reading