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Proverbs 11:10, 11; 14:34; 28:12 Righteousness exalts a nation (Prov. 14:34). Last year America witnessed a virtual revolution. Forty years of Democratic control of Congress ended as the GOP bulldozed through national elections. Democratic governors, senators, and representatives were sent packing as Republicans moved into Washington. Many Christians breathed a sigh of relief, naively believing … Continue reading “TURN AND HONOR GOD”

Proverbs 28:15, 28; 29:12 When the wicked arise, men hide themselves (Prov. 28:28). The character of a leader greatly impacts a nation for the better or the worse. His values will determine his selection of ambassadors, ministers, advisors, and cabinet members. These will in turn greatly influence policies and programs that will affect the entire … Continue reading “THE WICKED IN POWER”

Proverbs 25:17 Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house (Prov. 25:17). “Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house—too much of you, and he will hate you” could be summed up in the old proverb “Familiarity breeds contempt.” Some people abuse friendships by being a nuisance. They visit at unexpected and inconvenient hours. They call often … Continue reading “FAMILIARITY BREEDS CONTEMPT”

Proverbs 22:16, 22; 28:3; 29:7, 14 The righteous considers the cause of the poor (Prov. 29:7). The story of the fiery deaths of Latimer and Ridley during the reign of Queen Mary is well known among Protestant churches. These two non-conformist pastors paid the ultimate price for refusing to adhere to the doctrinal dictates of … Continue reading “JUSTICE FOR THE POOR”

Proverbs 18:24; Ruth 1:1–17 A man who has friends must himself be friendly (Prov. 18:24a). The niv and NASB translated Proverbs 18:24 as “a man of many companions may come to ruin” and “a man of many friends comes to ruin.” But the King James translates it differently: “A man that hath friends must show … Continue reading “THE KEY TO FRIENDSHIP”

Proverbs 18:24; John 13:1–17 … there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother (Prov. 18:24b). If you do not know how to be a friend, learn from Him who is the perfect friend. Jesus Christ gave His life for the salvation of those who scorned Him, mocked Him, and beat Him with all … Continue reading “THE PERFECT FRIEND”

MATTHEW 5:13–20 “Unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees …” (Matt. 5:20). Today we will consider three warnings in the interpretation of Scripture. First, when interpreting Scripture be careful to observe the difference between the spirit and the letter of the law. Beware of the dangers of both legalism and antinomianism. … Continue reading “THREE USEFUL CAUTIONS”

MATTHEW 24:29–44 “Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away” (Matt. 24:35). One of the biggest obstacles in biblical interpretation is cultural conditioning. How do we account for cultural influences? We must let the Bible speak to us rather than our cultural influences. You accomplish this by implementing … Continue reading “JUST ANCIENT HISTORY?”

Proverbs 27:17; Eccl. 4:9–12; 10:10 As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend (Prov. 27:17 niv). “Man was framed not for solitude, but for society,” wrote Charles Bridges. “It is only as a social being, that his powers and affections are fully expanded.” In the Proverbs, Solomon gives much advice … Continue reading “IRON SHARPENS IRON”

ROMANS 15:1–13 For whatever things were written before were written for our learning … (Rom. 15:4). The analogy of faith is the primary rule of hermeneutics: Scripture is to interpret Scripture. No part of Scripture can be interpreted in such a way as to render it in conflict with what is clearly taught elsewhere in … Continue reading “RULES OF INTERPRETATION”