Bible Commentaries

1 Kings 19:1-21 — because of a relationship problem...most are. Could be because of stress. Overstrained. Over worked. Map - Carmel to Jezreel (18m) to Beersheba (125m./ultramarathon) to Wilderness (20m?) to Horeb to Damascus. [Just under 12 min miles if ran all 24 hours, did in a day] Outline: Elijah under a Tree. Elijah in a Cave. Elijah in a Field. ELIJAH UNDER A TREE (1-7) w/his own thoughts ​​​​​​​(3) He ran for his life - it’s interesting in ch.18

Psalms 63:1-11 — focus! There is only one thing a dehydrated person wants! Remember the Rich Man who cried out to Abraham “…send Lazarus that he may dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame.' Lk.16:24 Is.41:17 “The poor and needy seek water, but there is none, Their tongues fail for thirst. I, the LORD, will hear them; I, the God of Israel, will not forsake them.” Many things can create this sense of separation! It

Leviticus 13:1-59 — Intro: How much do you know about the Lepers in the bible? (Q&A) Questions What leper of Bethany entertained Jesus in his home? Simon (Mark 14:3) What kings of Judah was a leper until the day of his death? Uzziah (2 Chronicles 26:21) What captain of the armies of Syria was a leper? Naaman (2 Kings 5:1) What prophetess became a snow-white leper for a short time? Miriam (Numbers

Ecclesiastes 9:1-18 — for Christ, and dying is even better. 22 But if I live, I can do more fruitful work for Christ. So I really don’t know which is better. 23 I’m torn between two desires: I long to go and be with Christ, which would be far better for me. 24 But for your sakes, it is better that I continue to live. 25 Knowing this, I am convinced that I will remain alive so I can continue to help all of you grow and experience the joy of your faith. 26 And when I come to you again, you will have even more

Ecclesiastes 9:1-18 — for Christ, and dying is even better. 22 But if I live, I can do more fruitful work for Christ. So I really don’t know which is better. 23 I’m torn between two desires: I long to go and be with Christ, which would be far better for me. 24 But for your sakes, it is better that I continue to live. 25 Knowing this, I am convinced that I will remain alive so I can continue to help all of you grow and experience the joy of your faith. 26 And when I come to you again, you will have even more

Isaiah 15:1-9 — You!” – Big Sign on carton. Moab lies East of the southern end of the Dead Sea(present day Jordan). Incestuous relationship Lot & his Daughter. (Gen.19:37) King Balak asked Balaam to place a curse on Israel. (Numb 22-24) Then, their women seduced the Israelite men. (Numb 31:15-17) Under Moab’s King Eglon they oppressed Israel for 18 yrs (Judges 3:12-14) [until Ehud stabbed him] There was always endless wars between Moab & Israel. WEEPING &

Isaiah 15:1-9 — You!” – Big Sign on carton. Moab lies East of the southern end of the Dead Sea(present day Jordan). Incestuous relationship Lot & his Daughter. (Gen.19:37) King Balak asked Balaam to place a curse on Israel. (Numb 22-24) Then, their women seduced the Israelite men. (Numb 31:15-17) Under Moab’s King Eglon they oppressed Israel for 18 yrs (Judges 3:12-14) [until Ehud stabbed him] There was always endless wars between Moab & Israel. WEEPING &

Ezekiel 45:1-25 — FUTURE SACRIFICES! (45) (18-25) Future sacrifices! – Since Jesus has fulfilled all the OT sacrifices in Himself, why would God reinstate them in future temple worship? (Warren Wiersbe; With the Word; pg.556) [1] These sacrifices are not propitiatory! (designed

Ezekiel 45:1-25 — FUTURE SACRIFICES! (45) (18-25) Future sacrifices! – Since Jesus has fulfilled all the OT sacrifices in Himself, why would God reinstate them in future temple worship? (Warren Wiersbe; With the Word; pg.556) [1] These sacrifices are not propitiatory! (designed

Zechariah 9:1-17 — Intro: After the 8 visions(ch.1-6); the 4 Revelations(ch.7,8) the book winds down w/2 Prophecies(see burdens/oracles). Ch.9-11 – The Messiahs 1st Advent. Ch.12-14 – The Messiahs 2nd Advent. PAST PRESERVATION OF HIS PEOPLE! (1-8) ​​​​​​​Burden

Matthew 5:4-7 — events. Note: 1st, these are 8 character traits that identify true servanthood. 2nd, these traits open the door to inner happiness. 3rd, attached to each character trait is a corresponding promise. Slide7 Msg vs.3,4 You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule. You’re blessed when you feel you’ve lost what is most dear to you. Only then can you be embraced by the One most dear to

Matthew 5:4-7 — events. Note: 1st, these are 8 character traits that identify true servanthood. 2nd, these traits open the door to inner happiness. 3rd, attached to each character trait is a corresponding promise. Slide7 Msg vs.3,4 You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and his rule. You’re blessed when you feel you’ve lost what is most dear to you. Only then can you be embraced by the One most dear to

Matthew 6:1-4 — Intro: Games Christians Play (read vs.1-4) [Adora]  Slide7 In chapter 5 Jesus gave the moral basis for life in His kingdom. Now in chapters 6,7 Jesus described the lifestyle of those who live in His kingdom. A kingdom is a realm in which the will and power of a king are

Matthew 6:1-4 — Intro: Games Christians Play (read vs.1-4) [Adora]  Slide7 In chapter 5 Jesus gave the moral basis for life in His kingdom. Now in chapters 6,7 Jesus described the lifestyle of those who live in His kingdom. A kingdom is a realm in which the will and power of a king are

Matthew 8:1-17 — Slide7 Intro: Willing and Able If we cut Matthew in 1/2 ch.1-10 is the King Revealed & ch.11-28 the King Rejected Matthew first introduced us to Jesus as the Person of the King in ch.1-4. Next, to the Principle of the King in ch. 5-7. And now we’ll see the Power of the King in ch.’s 8,9. After all, if a king doesn’t have Power, what good are His credentials or principles? In ch.8,9 we’ll see 10

Matthew 8:1-17 — Slide7 Intro: Willing and Able If we cut Matthew in 1/2 ch.1-10 is the King Revealed & ch.11-28 the King Rejected Matthew first introduced us to Jesus as the Person of the King in ch.1-4. Next, to the Principle of the King in ch. 5-7. And now we’ll see the Power of the King in ch.’s 8,9. After all, if a king doesn’t have Power, what good are His credentials or principles? In ch.8,9 we’ll see 10

John 17:1-5 — help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. Coming just moments before Gethsemane, it is amazing our Lord’s attitude of mind & heart as He faced the great event of the cross. Father - He starts out hallowing His Fathers name! (4 x’s 1,5,11,21,24,25) John uses father 127 x’s in his gospel. Glorify - Some men become proud and insolent because they ride a fine horse, wear a feather in their hat or are dressed in a fine suit of clothes. Who does not see

Acts 5:12-42 — on the path of life…God gives both! We have His Written Word, which gives us clear directions. He also gives us Landmarks, signs that indicate which path we’re on. SANCTIFIED SHADOWS! (12-16) Read their prayer in 4:29,20 [12-16 is now that prayer answered] Dealing with sin in the church often results in new power for the church. (13) Can you imagine a church so spiritual that people were afraid to join them? The rest – probably referred to certain

Ruth 3:1-18 — care of the farm, vineyard, or flock of sheep, etc. [2] To protect land rights – Not only did God gave the children of Israel “the land”; but He also gave each tribe a particular parcel of land; & each family their own land. 1.3.4.2.1.A family could loose their land, but in the year ofJubilee it would be restored to the original owner. 1.3.4.2.2.If she could go off & marry a stranger, the foreignerwould inherit the land! She can now claim one of the brothers; in fact

Ruth 3:1-18 — care of the farm, vineyard, or flock of sheep, etc. [2] To protect land rights – Not only did God gave the children of Israel “the land”; but He also gave each tribe a particular parcel of land; & each family their own land. 1.3.4.2.1.A family could loose their land, but in the year ofJubilee it would be restored to the original owner. 1.3.4.2.2.If she could go off & marry a stranger, the foreignerwould inherit the land! She can now claim one of the brothers; in fact