Scripture:“Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come into him, and will sup with him, and he with me.” — Revelation 3:20 (KJV) Historical Context:Revelation 3:20 is part of the message to the church of Laodicea, one of the seven churches addressed […]
Scripture:“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.” — Romans 14:8 (KJV) Historical Context:Romans 14:8 is a part of Paul’s letter to the Christians in Rome, addressing issues of conscience and the Christian’s responsibility to […]
Scripture:“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” — Philippians 1:21 (KJV) Historical Context:Philippians 1:21 is part of a letter written by the Apostle Paul while he was imprisoned in Rome. Addressed to the believers in Philippi, this letter expresses his gratitude and joy despite his suffering. In this verse, Paul […]
Scripture:“He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.” — 1 John 5:12 (KJV) Historical Context:1 John was written by the Apostle John to early Christians, around A.D. 85-95, encouraging them to remain strong in their faith despite false teachings circulating at the time. In […]
Scripture:“So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.” — 1 Corinthians 3:7 (KJV) Historical Context:In this letter to the church in Corinth, the Apostle Paul addresses divisions that were arising among the believers, particularly around loyalty to different leaders like Paul and Apollos. Written […]
Romans 8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” (KJV) Historical and Exegetical ContextThe Apostle Paul wrote Romans around A.D. 57 while in Corinth, speaking to Christians in Rome. Romans 8:28 is part of a message […]
ScriptureJeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” (KJV) Historical and Exegetical ContextJeremiah was a prophet during a difficult time in Israel’s history, addressing a nation in exile. This verse is part of a […]
Isaiah 43:2 – “When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” (KJV) Historical and Exegetical ContextIsaiah, one of the major prophets in the Old Testament, […]
Scripture:“The LORD keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.” — Psalms 121:8 (KJV) Historical Context:Psalms 121 is part of the “Songs of Ascents,” sung by the Israelites during their travels to Jerusalem for festivals. These songs offered encouragement for their journey. In Psalms 121:8, God’s promise of protection is […]
Scripture:“For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.” — Romans 12:4-5 (KJV) Historical Context:Paul’s letter to the Romans, written around A.D. 57, explains the practical aspects of Christian living, especially […]
