Titus 1 Commentary Paul introduces himself as a slave of God. He also underlines his apostleship. It is a descriptive title. The LORD Jesus commissioned Paul to “further the faith of God’s elect and their knowledge of the truth”. The term apostle means “the sent one” or messenger. The Christian walk draws its strength fromContinueContinue reading “Titus 1 Commentary”
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2 Timothy 4 Commentary
2 Timothy 4 Commentary The second letter to Timothy is a detailed picture of the last days. Not only do we have wicked teachers, who teach falsely, but we also have students who itch for wrong teachings. The combination results in increased wickedness, reaching unimaginable levels! But never mind, Christ Jesus will judge the livingContinueContinue reading “2 Timothy 4 Commentary”
2 Timothy 3 Commentary
2 Timothy 3 Commentary Among the loveless all-round wicked are folks with a form of godliness – a sort of godliness but without power. This could refer to folks who speak mountains but deliver mole hills! They never walk the talk. They may even be perfect on intentions but that’s all there is. They lackContinueContinue reading “2 Timothy 3 Commentary”
2 Timothy 2 Commentary
2 Timothy 2 Commentary A leader’s job is to train other leaders. “Entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” A pastor trains trainers of trainers. There is little pride in teaching endlessly the same people. Pews must change occupants as learners vacant them to become trainers themselves.They must be reliable!ContinueContinue reading “2 Timothy 2 Commentary”
2 Timothy 1 Commentary
2 Timothy 1 Commentary Check Paul’s letters and see how often he references his special calling. He has kept his eyes on the ball! So dramatic is Paul’s calling that he won’t stop referring to it. In this salutation, he has underlined his apostleship as one coming from Christ Jesus. The mission is “to proclaimContinueContinue reading “2 Timothy 1 Commentary”
1 Timothy 4 Commentary
1 Timothy 4 Commentary Old Testament prophecies would often start this way: “Thus saith the LORD, …” Paul hasn’t used this technique. Instead, we have the following: “The Spirit clearly says…” Verse 1.The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons. VerseContinueContinue reading “1 Timothy 4 Commentary”
1 Timothy 2 Commentary
1 Timothy 2 Commentary “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus”. Verse 5. The reality of this blessing is such that all other efforts and philosophies aimed at salvation are nothing. A waste of time and energy! Do you know this mediator? We are all bornContinueContinue reading “1 Timothy 2 Commentary”
1 Timothy 1 Commentary
1 Timothy 1 Commentary The Pharisees and the teachers of the Law were a formidable opposition to the earthly ministry of Christ Jesus. The risen Christ (the Holy Spirit) had the same opposition. Paul constantly fought these forces.Remove humans from the enemy camp and you have wrong teachings or deception on the table. It’s theContinueContinue reading “1 Timothy 1 Commentary”
2 Thessalonians 3 Commentary
2 Thessalonians 3 Commentary Yes, there is suffering. Much of it is inflicted on the saint by the evil one working through evil people. But as the LORD commanded, the saint can ask to be delivered from the evil one by prayer. Prayer should be a godly response to suffering. In this book, Paul andContinueContinue reading “2 Thessalonians 3 Commentary”
2 Thessalonians 2 Commentary
2 Thessalonians 2 Commentary Is it for nothing, then, that I have kept myself pure and have not committed sin? The Thessalonians probably have this question in mind as they agonize over the false impression that the Day of the LORD is past. Have the wicked escaped punishment? The Day of the LORD is alwaysContinueContinue reading “2 Thessalonians 2 Commentary”
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