Big Idea Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us that God is sovereign over every season of life. While we cannot control time or fully understand God's plan, we can trust the One who holds every moment in His hands. Introduction: "There Just Isn't Enough Time" Ask most people how they are doing, and eventually you'll hear the... Continue Reading →
In Mark 13, Jesus teaches about the future!
Big Idea Ecclesiastes teaches that life apart from God will never satisfy the human heart, but life lived in reverent dependence on God is full of purpose, meaning, and joy. Introduction: A Book for the Questions We All Ask Few books in the Bible feel as honest as Ecclesiastes. It speaks to the questions many... Continue Reading →
In Mark 13, Jesus teaches about the future!
You are viewing Foundations Commentary for Nehemiah 12:44-13:31 MTSM commentaries are designed in layers to help you grow from understanding Scripture to teaching it and thinking deeply about it. Choose Your Path and Continue Growing in Nehemiah 12 MTSM commentaries are designed in layers to help you move from understanding Scripture to teaching it and... Continue Reading →
You are viewing Foundations Commentary for Nehemiah 11:1-12:43 MTSM commentaries are designed in layers to help you grow from understanding Scripture to teaching it and thinking deeply about it. Choose Your Path and Continue Growing in Nehemiah 11 MTSM commentaries are designed in layers to help you move from understanding Scripture to teaching it and... Continue Reading →
Big Idea Jonah 3–4 reveals the stunning compassion of God toward sinners and the surprising hardness that can still exist inside a believer’s heart. God desires repentance, mercy, and restoration, while human hearts often struggle to love the people God loves. Introduction: When Revival Arrives Most people expect revival to bring celebration. That is what... Continue Reading →
Big Idea Jonah 2 reminds believers that no pit is too deep for God’s mercy. When rebellious people finally cry out to God in repentance and faith, He hears, rescues, and restores. Introduction: Praying from the Deep Jonah had spent chapter 1 running from God. Now he is trapped inside a great fish at the... Continue Reading →
Big Idea Jonah 1 reveals that God lovingly pursues runaway sinners and rebellious believers alike. No one can outrun God’s presence, and even in discipline, His mercy is still at work. Introduction: Running from God Most people have experienced moments when they wanted to run. Run from responsibility.Run from fear.Run from pain.Run from difficult conversations.Run... Continue Reading →
Big Idea Jonah reminds believers that God’s mercy is greater than human prejudice, rebellion, and fear. The book reveals a compassionate God who pursues both runaway sinners and self-righteous believers, calling His people to care about the salvation of others—even their enemies. Introduction: The Prophet Who Ran from God Jonah is one of the most... Continue Reading →