Evidences The evidence of faith is works, even as the fruit proves the tree—James 2:14–26. The evidence of love is sacrifice, even as the act evidences the heart—1st John 3:16. The evidence of discipleship is continuance, even as the walk demonstrates the life which moves—John 8:31. The evidence of union is fruitfulness,… Read More »
Effectual Things
The Greek word in the following passages signifies to work effectually, that is, to accomplish the desired end. Sin’s Effectual Work. (Romans 7:5). God’s Effectual Work for us. (Ephesians 1:19-20). The Spirit’s Work in us. (Ephesians 3:20; Philippians 2:13; Colossians 1:29). The Word’s Effectual Work upon us. (1st Thessalonians 2:13). The Righteous Man’s Effectual Prayer.… Read More »
“Dust” in the Bible
Sometimes dust is used metaphorically, such as, “The clouds are the dust of His feet” (Nahum 1:3); sometimes “dust” expresses an act of humility—Joshua 7:6; and often it denotes the actual dust of the ground. Creation. “The Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground” (Genesis 2:7). Man’s lowly origin and frailty. Confession.… Read More »
Degrees of Faith – Midweek Study
1. “Full faith” of satisfaction (Acts 6:5). 2. “Great faith” of confidence (Matthew 15:28). 3. “Continue in” faith of progress (Acts 14:22). 4. “Established in” faith of steadfastness (Acts 16:5). 5. “Joy of faith” of exultation (Philippians 1:25). 6. “Work of faith” of effectuality (2nd Thessalonians 1:11). 7. “Unfeigned faith” of sincerity (2nd Timothy 1:5).… Read More »
Christ’s Knowledge
Christ’s Knowledge Nothing can be hid from the all-searching eyes of the Lord. 1. David’s experience—Psalm 139:1-12. 2. Christ’s messages to the seven churches—Revelation 2 and 3. Note His frequent “I know.” 3. His perception of the Jews—John 2:24. 4. His knowledge of the Pharisees’ thoughts—Matthew 12:25. 5. His insight into the grumbling of His… Read More »
Midweek Bible Study – Christ’s “I Gives” in John
Christ’s “I Gives” in John The Greek word didomi, coupled with the personal pronoun “I” in the following passages in John’s Gospel, is rendered “will give,” “have given,” and “shall give.” The word means to give freely, ungrudgingly, and unforced. 1. The Living Water. “The water that I shall give” (John 4:14). Living, leaping, loving,… Read More »
