suffering – LOVING SCRIPTURE

Psalm 73 Commentary

Psalm 73 Commentary Two perceptions are presented in this chapter. In the first, the psalmist can see but not clearly. He is like one with scales on his eyes. In this state, the arrogant and wicked appear prosperous. They are the envy of the neighborhood. They appear to have no struggles, and they enjoy goodContinueContinue reading “Psalm 73 Commentary”

Psalm 69 Commentary

Psalm 69 Commentary David uses various images to describe his sad state of affairs. He is stuck in the mud; the waters have come up to his neck; his eyes fail, looking for his God, and his throat is parched, calling out for help. The psalmist experiences pain and suffering. And he is innocent! Strange.ContinueContinue reading “Psalm 69 Commentary”

Psalm 44 Commentary

Psalm 44 Commentary This is the saint’s life. He has read and heard about the mighty acts of the LORD. He has personally experienced the works of the LORD. The past experiences of others, immediate past or distant past, become his own experiences. But he doesn’t understand his own present. This confusion is ever-present withContinueContinue reading “Psalm 44 Commentary”

Genesis 3 Commentary

Genesis 3 Commentary Genesis isn’t history. Check it to understand the present. It should be called “Revelation 1.0”. Of course, the entire holy script fits this description.Chapter 3 closes one phase while commencing another. The new phase comes with its own terms, phrases, definitions, and outcomes.The word mortals never existed until Chapter 3. You neverContinueContinue reading “Genesis 3 Commentary”

1 Peter 4b Commentary

1 Peter 4b Commentary “The apostles left the Sanhedrin, rejoicing because they had been counted worthy of suffering disgrace for the name.” Acts 5, verse 41. The historian Luke reported on one incident when the disciples were flogged, a lesser punishment compared to the earlier proposed beheading or killing. Peter was one of the disciples—probablyContinueContinue reading “1 Peter 4b Commentary”

Philippians 1 Commentary

Philippians 1 Commentary Jesus is called “Christ Jesus” twice in verse 1. He is called “Lord Jesus Christ” in verse 2. These are but names; yet we know Paul is calling Jesus by who He is – a prefix of expectations. The Philippians were a church that partnered with Paul by providing logistical support forContinueContinue reading “Philippians 1 Commentary”

2 Corinthians 4 Commentary

2 Corinthians 4 Commentary A medical doctor is one by qualification. There are papers to back it up. Saints are missionaries by zero qualification. Verse 1 seems to communicate this understanding. It is all through the mercy of God. They are salesmen and saleswomen. Strange salespersons; honest salespersons. They don’t use deception. They don’t distortContinueContinue reading “2 Corinthians 4 Commentary”