Proverbs 10:1-7 Now begins the proverbs of Solomon in the second major section of the book. Various proverbs are strewn throughout these chapters. They are to be read with discernment where one does not cancel out the other. A tension …... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Larger Catechism 193ab The Larger Catechism Question 193  193.    Q. What do we pray for in the fourth petition? A. In the fourth petition, (which is, Give us this day our daily bread,[1253]) acknowledging, that in Adam, and by … Continue... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
These two quotes from Newton reveal his profound understanding of Christian experience and our sufferings. All genuine believers can bear witness to the truth of these statements. “When we can fix our thoughts upon him, as laying aside all his... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
John 1:1-18 Verses 1-5 introduce us to the “Word” while vv. 6-8 explain who John is. He came to bear witness about the light. The light is described in vv. 9-13. Verses 14-18 resume the “Word” theme in which we … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
The Larger Catechism Question 76 76.      Q. What is repentance unto life? A. Repentance unto life is a saving grace,[320] wrought in the heart of a sinner by the Spirit[321] and Word of God,[322] whereby, out of the sight and … Continue... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Proverbs 9 Much of what is covered in this chapter has been addressed in some measure previously. Lady Wisdom and Madame Folly are contrasted. Their last appeals are given here. Sandwiched between these two, a wise person is contrasted with …... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Proverbs 8:22-36 8:22-31 — “The LORD possessed me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of old. 23 Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. 24 When there … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Proverbs 8:12-21 8:12-21 — “I, wisdom, dwell with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. 13 The fear of the LORD is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. 14 I … Continue reading... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Proverbs 8:1-11 One commentator said, “Chapter 8 is the most difficult and profound chapter in the book.”[1] This has to do with verses 22ff. Chapter 8 is nonetheless the culmination of the previous chapters. Another writer says that this is …... [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
Proverbs 7:21-27 7:21-23 — 21 With much seductive speech she persuades him; with her smooth talk she compels him. 22 All at once he follows her, as an ox goes to the slaughter, or as a stag is caught fast … Continue reading → [ ... ][ abbreviated | read original blog ]
