The original question brought to Jesus in Mat 21 with respect to His authority triggers an exchange running all the way through chapter 22. The question asked by the chief…
The Webster's definition of 'jujitsu' is: “An art of weaponless fighting employing holds, throws, and paralyzing blows to subdue or disable an opponent.” I cannot imagine a better description of…
Psalm 55 is a three part song, sung three times daily, encapsulating three indispensable elements of prayer in crisis. Spurgeon in expounding the theme of Psalm 55 as a warrior's…
The theological significance of Melchizedek's unique priesthood has been anticipated in the context prior to this section of Hebrews. The specific Psalm 110 reference is first mentioned in 5:6 followed…
The historical context and background of the book of Titus serves to provide a timeless application of ecclesiastical instruction for the church universal. Titus was a gentile convert. A first…
The third adversarial cross-examination attempt by the ideological enemies of Christ is recorded in Matthew 22. The power of Jesus' response cannot be fully appreciated without some background which we…
Today's message finds its structure here in Mat 22 as well as a parallel encounter between John the Baptist and the Sadducees in Mat 3. In both texts, corruption of…
In keeping with the theme of Psalms 52-60, Psalm 54 provides a song of worship in the presence of our enemies. II Sam 22:35, Ps 18:34, & 144:1 speak of…
Commendation and assurance never taste so sweet as when they follow the stern rebuke of exhortation and correction. The author of Hebrews shifts the attention of his readers from the…