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One of the most important passages in the New Testament is the summary of the Gospel and Resurrection found in 1 Corinthians 15. Here is my translation and notes on 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 Resurrection—Importance of Jesus’s Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15: 1 Moreover, brothers, I am going to make the Good News known to youp…
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The issue/situation/offense/abuse/crime is never forgotten. The pain and trauma still exists. The need for revenge has been given to God who judges and sentences perfectly. If someone is to be forgiven, the one seeking forgiveness must do something. Repentance is required. Repentance is knowledge, assent, confession, asking for forgiveness, and reimbursement. Does the offender…
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A short thought on free will in the Scriptures Jeremiah 6:15-17 NIV Are they ashamed of their detestable conduct? No, they have no shame at all; they do not even know how to blush. So they will fall among the fallen; they will be brought down when I punish them,” says the LORD. 16…
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This refers to the new creation of a believer. 2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! Galatians 6:15 NIV Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is the new creation. Salvation, reconciliation with God, forgiveness of sins,…
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Genesis 15:16 BSB In the fourth generation your descendants will return here, for the iniquity of the Amorites is not yet complete. Background B1 Amorites: C1 Their ancestor was one of the sons of Canaan (Genesis 10:15-16). C2 Their country consisted of Syria and Israel (Deuteronomy 1:7 and Deuteronomy 1:19-20). C3 Their most famous…
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Romans 1:18 NRSV For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and wickedness of those who by their wickedness suppress the truth. Words B1 Truth C1 The Greek word is ἀλήθεια alḗtheia. It means reality, the actual state of affairs. Things and happenings that are not concealed (Strong G227). C2…
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Devotional Notes Romans 4 B1 What does this mean? C1 Abraham’s Salvation Is Through Faith Alone D1 Verse 1 is a continuation of the thought of Romans 3:31. D2 All Jews had very high respect for Abraham, the Father of the faithful. How was Abraham made right with God? By keeping the Law? No,…
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Devotional Notes Romans 3 B1 What does this mean? C1 The Advantage of the Jew D1 God gave His message through the Jews. Jesus is a Jew, too. D2 Jewish unbelief will not stop God’s plans. D4 God is correct and righteous to judge and sentence Law breakers. C2 All People Are Sinners and…
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Devotional Notes Romans 2 B1 What does this mean? C1 God’s Judgment Is Righteous D1 We must be careful when passing judgment. We must be aware that we often are guilty of the same sin. We must test. We cannot tolerate everything people do. JFB commentary has: The Jew under like condemnation with the…