The Honeymoon Is Over Scripture: Jeremiah 2:1-22 Brief Video Summary: In Jeremiah 2:1–22, God reminds His people of their first love and exposes the tragedy of abandoning Him for worthless idols. This Bible study explores how Israel exchanged the fountain of living water for broken cisterns—and why only the Lord can truly satisfy, cleanse, and... Continue Reading →
God Calls Us To Hard Things Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-19 Brief Video Summary: God often calls us to hard things, not because we are strong enough, but because He is faithful. In this episode from Jeremiah 1:4–19, we explore how God calls, equips, protects, and sustains His people so they can obey with confidence and endurance.... Continue Reading →
MTSM Devotion This devotion is a companion to MTSM teaching video on Jeremiah 1. You can watch the video here. Read: Jeremiah 1:4–19 Key Truth: God never calls His people to hard things without also supplying what they need to obey faithfully. Just this past month, I learned something about my youngest son. He’s six,... Continue Reading →
Faith follows Jesus’ divine authority, not human tradition. His call requires risky obedience, reveals itself in mercy and generosity, and must be built on the bedrock of obedience to His word.
James emphasizes that genuine faith is active and evidenced by compassionate actions, contrasting empty claims of faith with transformative, obedient living, exemplified by Abraham and Rahab.
James introduces himself as a servant of God, addressing Jewish believers. He emphasizes the growth through trials, the need for wisdom, and clarifies that God does not tempt.
James introduces himself as a servant of God, addressing Jewish believers. He emphasizes the growth through trials, the need for wisdom, and clarifies that God does not tempt.
Commentary for Jeremiah 32:1-44.
How to Use This Commentary Ruth 3 is one of the most debated chapters in the book of Ruth. Naomi develops a plan to secure Ruth’s future, Ruth approaches Boaz at the threshing floor, and Boaz responds with integrity and covenant faithfulness. Read the chapter in three movements: (1) Naomi’s plan (3:1–5), (2) the midnight... Continue Reading →
Nothing was more exhilarating to say but deflating to hear than the phrase "King me!" when playing checkers as a child. Saying the words gave me a sense of accomplishment and hope even if down several pieces, and nothing caused more apprehension than my opponent saying the words, "King Me!" feeling like they had gained... Continue Reading →