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Matthew 6:9-15
What is termed the Lord’s Prayer Matthew 6:9-13) shows us some specific areas for our prayers. The parallel passage is Luke 11:2-4. This is my translation and notes. The important part is to pray. Matthew 6:9-15 9 “So then pray like this, ‘Our Father who is in heaven, yours name…
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1 Thessalonians 1:2-4 Translation and Notes
Paul had only preached the Good News and ministered to the Thessalonians for a few weeks before he had to flee (Acts 17:1-10). Later, the believers had some questions either to clarify or as a reminder of what Paul taught them. This is part of the greeting to his (and…
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What Does God Require?
Micah 6:8 WEBA He has shown you, O man, what is good. What does Yahweh require of you, but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God? Micah was a prophet at the same time as Isaiah. Hezekiah was king. His prophecies where for the…
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Some Questions Concerning Luke 23:33-34
Some questions answered about Jesus and His crucifixion. Why wasn’t Jesus stoned to death as Torah demanded? Why did Jesus pray for their forgiveness? My translation and notes on Luke 23:33-34 33 When they had come to the place which is called Calvary, they crucified him and the criminals, one…
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Wisdom Concerning Close Associates and Friends
A few words of wisdom from Dr. Stephen R Cook on close associates and friends. Close relationships should be developed over time, only as we get to know others, hearing their words and watching their ways, and feeling confident they are among the faithful righteous. Some of the characteristics of a…
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Ephesians 4:21-30 Translation and Notes
The Christian Life—Continued 21 If youp learned Him and been taught by Him, then, as the truth is in Jesus, 22 Get rid of the former lifestyle, the old nature, which is rotten from deceitful lusts, 23 Instead, be renewed in the spirit of yourp mind. [Believers, upon faith in…
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Faith Sifted as Wheat
Why would Jesus allow Peter to suffer by denying His Lord and Messiah Jesus? Here are a few notes along with my translation. Luke 22:31-32 Then the Lord said, “Simon, Simon, look, Satan has demanded youp, so that he may sift youp as wheat, 32 But I have prayed for…
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Romans 9:30-33 Translation and Notes
Why did Israel not believe? Paul answers this question. They did not have faith. This is a continuation of Romans chapter 9. Israel Did Not Believe Romans 9:30-33 30 What will we say then? [We will say] that the Gentiles who didn’t pursue [God’s standard of] righteousness have obtained righteousness,…
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