by David Keesling | Jul 15, 2009 | Uncategorized
An Abundance of Grace Romans 14:5: “Let each man be fully convinced in his own mind.” Observation: In Romans 14, Paul focused on the importance of not judging one another in areas of permissible freedom, but to encourage one another in the faith. He said that heaven...
by David Keesling | Jul 14, 2009 | Uncategorized
The Other Side of Pain Romans 5:3–5: “We also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out...
by David Keesling | Jul 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
Bound to the Pier Romans 1:1: “Paul, a bond-servant of Jesus Christ . . . ” Observation: In the first verse of Romans, Paul called himself a bond-servant of Jesus. The whole sentence continues for seven full verses, during which Paul managed to recount a defense of...
by David Keesling | Jul 12, 2009 | Uncategorized
Silly Question 2 Thessalonians 1:4: “Therefore, we ourselves speak proudly of you.” Observation: In Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonian church, he addressed the reality of persecution and suffering. He expressed thanksgiving because their faith was being enlarged...
by David Keesling | Jul 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
It Always Gets Personal Matthew 25:33: “He will put the sheep on His right, and the goats on the left.” Observation: Jesus was telling us why some are blessed. They had fed the hungry, invited strangers in, clothed the naked, visited...
