John 6:27 – Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval. In this study, we will examine Jesus’ explanation that we should not work for physical and worldly needs and try to understand it in a practical manner. Continue reading
1 Corinthians 10:31 – So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. In this study, through the analogy of eating food that has been offered to idols, we will look at the meaning of glorifying God, and how faith, knowledge and freedom wouldn’t work without love. Continue reading
Nehemiah 8:10 – Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” In this study, we will examine this verse bit by bit while drawing a connection to the context and the background of the verse. Continue reading
Amos 8:11 – “The days are coming,” declares the Sovereign LORD, “when I will send a famine through the land – not a famine of food or a thirst for water, but a famine of hearing the words of the LORD.” In this study, we will focus on the famine of hearing the word of God, and we will apply it to our lives using a favourite device of the prophets – imagery. Continue reading
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
Ecclesiastes 9:7 – Go, eat your food with gladness, and drink your wine with a joyful heart, for it is now that God favors what you do. In this study, we will examine the context of this seemingly joyful and hopeful verse and attempt to tackle the deeper meaning behind pleasure. Continue reading
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