Let your women be silent in the churches, for it is not allowed to them to speak, but let them be submissive, as also the law says. 1 Corinthians 14:34 The Law – Some weeks ago, one reader wrote, “Perhaps at some point you could give a clear explanation as to what the thorough explanation…
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good reputation Philippians 4:8 True – True is not correct. I don’t mean that this isn’t the right translation. It is. The Greek word, alethia, means “true.” But the…
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good reputation Philippians 4:8 Whatever – In the end, it’s the little things that count. That’s particularly true when it comes to character. Character is the focus of Paul’s…
They shall not appear before the LORD empty-handed, but each with his own gift, according to the blessing that the LORD your God has bestowed upon you. Deuteronomy 16:16-17 According To – “What does God expect concerning the tithe?” This seems to be a perennial question once we determine to be more obedient to God’s…
and proclaimed, “YHWH, YHWH God, compassionate, gracious, long-suffering and great in goodness Exodus 34:6 Long-Suffering – Every word matters. That’s the approach taken by the rabbis, and it’s the same approach that we must take if we want to truly mine the Scriptures. That’s why it just isn’t adequate to stick with an English translation. …
and proclaimed, “YHWH, YHWH God, compassionate, gracious, long-suffering and great in goodness Exodus 34:6 YHWH, YHWH – Do you remember doubled giving (nathan used twice – March 12)? Did you know that Isaiah uses shalom shalom to speak of “perfect” peace? In Hebrew, doubling the word calls attention to the superlative form. So, what happens…
For those of you in the community who have been praying for Kathleen and who offered to help her, I thought you would like to see this: Boker Tov/Shabbat Shalom: I can’t tell you how much the many emails from the God’s Table community have meant to me. I never expected my email to you…
For Ezra had set his heart to seek the law of YHWH, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and ordinances Ezra 7:10 To Seek – “Does this salad dressing have bacon in it?” “Yes,” he replied. “Then I’ll have to skip it, please.” The other men at the table looked up. …
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; Galatians 5:22-23 Fruit – If you’ve been a Christian for any reasonable time, you’ve heard this verse. We usually put the emphasis on the personal character qualities listed here. We strive to be loving, joyful, peaceful and patient. That’s…
You shall surely give to him, and your heart shall not be grieved when you give to him, because YHWH your God will bless you for this thing, in all your work, and in all that you put your hand to. Deuteronomy 15:10 Surely Give – God is very practical. He knows that we are…
