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651. Living Sacrifices

Romans 12:1-8

Understanding Series

James R. Edwards

... a sharp rebuke exposed the error of his thinking (Mark 8:33). Or again, it seemed logical that if the chosen people rejected their Messiah then God would reject them, but Paul passionately disagrees (11:1–2). Only a spiritual “mind transplant” will produce an ability to test and approve what God’s will is. The renewed mind is the gift of grace to see ourselves, others, and the world from the perspective of the cross of Jesus Christ, which alone produces a hatred for our sins instead of delight in ...

652. On Divisions in the Church

1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Understanding Series

Marion L. Soards

... given me). Paul’s particular gift was the founding of churches (Rom. 15:18–21), and in exercising this endowment he had laid a foundation that required the erection of an edifice consistent with its nature. Moreover, Paul did this work with exceptional ability—he was an expert builder. His words are ironic, for he literally says he was a “wise” (Gk. sophos) “architect.” Thus, as he laid the foundation of Jesus Christ he exercised true wisdom, not the human wisdom that was causing problems in ...

653. David Saves Keilah

1 Samuel 23:1-6

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... to deal with the latest incursion of the Philistines. David’s retreat may be a safety measure, since hiding places and water could easily be found in the caves around En Gedi in the Dead Sea region, but it could also indicate a respect for Saul’s abilities to defeat these raiders without David’s help. Additional Notes 23:3 Keilah, the site of Khirbet Qila, is part of Judean tribal land, but at this stage it was seen as outside of Judean control. 23:4 David is not described as making inquiry of the ...

654. Amnon and Tamar

2 Samuel 13:1-22

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... David too treated Tamar’s desolation, which Absalom was forced to observe every day, as unimportant. David’s lack of action increased Absalom’s desire for revenge. The bitterness in Absalom was just as strong after two years. He shared his father’s ability to create loyalty in his followers but not the nature that could leave the past behind and be passionately involved only in the present. Absalom’s revenge was even more well-planned than Amnon’s campaign to take Tamar. It was not an impulsive ...

655. The Advice of Hushai and Ahithophel

2 Sam 16:15–17:29

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... 14 Hushai also recognized Ahithophel’s advice as good and therefore cleverly counseled differently. David had a great reputation as a strategist and a warrior that had given the people an almost superstitious respect for his abilities. Hushai played on this reputation. He also raised doubts about the ability of Absalom’s troops to find David—he does not state that Saul had never been able to, but he nevertheless introduces the thought. If David cannot be quickly killed, then Ahithophel’s plan will ...

656. Job Speaks

Job 3:1-26

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... professional practitioners like Balaam in Numbers 22–24—to direct their curses on that day. Their cursing is related to their ability to rouse Leviathan, the sea monster associated with the threat of destructive chaos. While the reference to Leviathan may stop short ... prevents Job’s death, but also prolongs his suffering. That one’s way is hidden means that one has lost the ability to know how to proceed effectively on one’s life journey (derek, “way”) to God. The “way” is not simply one ...

657. Eliphaz's Third Speech to Job

Job 22:1-30

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... , and staff as a “pledge” of his intent to pay in full. Deuteronomy 24:6 cautions against taking the source of a person’s livelihood (in this case a pair of millstones) as security, since the loss of livelihood would inhibit the borrower’s ability to repay his debt. Eliphaz’s accusation is based on the assumption that no one should ever take “security” for no reason—perhaps this implies that he questions the sincere intent of the borrower to repay. Eliphaz accuses Job of taking a pledge even ...

658. Job's Third Reply to Eliphaz

Job 23:1--24:25

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... describe his own presentation of the facts of his circumstance, which he assumes cannot be denied. Job is ready to fill his mouth with arguments, to answer any criticisms of his case that might arise. Certainly his dialogue with the friends thus far proves his ability to press his views in light of unremitting opposition. I would find out what he would answer me. A legal confrontation would afford Job the opportunity to express his own views, but it would also allow him to hear and consider the divine case ...

659. The Image of Gold and the Fiery Furnace

Daniel 3:1-30

Understanding Series

William Nelson

... are speaking theoretically, of course, for they know that he is able. Yet, even if he does not deliver them, they would rather die being faithful to God than deny him by worshiping the image (3:18). They do not doubt the existence of God or his ability to save. They may even believe that God will deliver them. But even if he should choose not to, it would be better to lose one’s life than to apostatize. Whenever this story originated, whether in the Babylonian period or in the Persian period, its message ...

660. Saul Rescues the City of Jabesh

1 Samuel 11:1-11

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... was well-founded, and the Ammonites in that area were routed. Verse 11 indicates that Saul was beginning to think about tactics. This was a well-planned surprise attack, taking place at night with properly distributed forces. 11:12–13 The ability to deal effectively with local guerrilla attacks was something that Israel had not experienced for some while. Thus their response in extolling Saul and castigating those who had refused to acknowledge Saul is unsurprising, if a little exaggerated given that this ...

661. Saul Confirmed as King

1 Samuel 11:12-15

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

662. Saul Pursues David

1 Samuel 23:7-29

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

663. Absalom Kills Amnon

2 Samuel 13:23-39

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

664. Bezalel and Oholiab (II)

Exodus 35:30--36:7

Understanding Series

James K. Bruckner

35:30–35 Moses addressed the people concerning the overseers of the creation of the tabernacle (31:1–11). Bezalel was filled . . . . with the Spirit of God. God filled both Bezalel and Oholiab . . . with skill, ability and knowledge. God also gave them the ability to teach others. The last verse of the chapter refers to the others, who were taught. They, too, were filled with skill as master craftsmen and designers, in order to do all the work. The following verses also mention the skill of the men and ...

665. Jeremiah Buys a Field

Jeremiah 32:1-44

Understanding Series

Tremper Longman III

... who determines how events will play out in the present and the future. Indeed, he echoes Jeremiah’s affirmation found in verse 17 with a rhetorical question that also highlights his ability to do anything, even things that look impossible from a human standpoint (Is anything too hard for me?). It is because of his sovereignty and ability to do anything that the hearer can be certain that what he announces as happening in the future will indeed take place. Thus, verse 28 begins with therefore and goes on ...

666. Gratitude: A Matter of Perspective

Deuteronomy 8:7-18

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King Duncan

... you grateful. It is sometimes the people who have lost everything but life itself who are the most grateful. Moses sums up his message to the Hebrew people, and to us, like this: “But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.” Poet Rudyard Kipling obviously had this scripture in mind when he wrote his famous poem, Recessional: “Lord God of Hosts, be with us yet, “Lest we forget ...

667. The Sacred Power of a Listening Heart

1 Samuel 3:1-10, 19

Sermon

King Duncan

... polled over 30,000 women and only one problem ranked above conflicts over money, “poor communication.” Researcher Terri Schultz writes, “Although many women chose their partners based on sex appeal, research shows that if they had to do it again, they said the ability to communicate is much more important.” (3) There is a beautiful story in the Bible about someone who spent a lifetime listening. In his case, though, he was listening to God. Most of you remember the story of the boy Samuel from your ...

668. Extreme Humility

John 13:1-15

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King Duncan

... they thought their writings would still be read after they died. (1) Of course these were sociologists. One could expect a little misplaced ego out of them. Just kidding, of course. But naturally you and I could never be guilty of such misguided estimations of our own abilities, could we? Did you know that national surveys show that most of us claim to feel nine years younger than we actually are, and we also claim that we look five years younger than other people our age? (2) Well, a little bit of pride is ...

669. Tangled Up in the Vines

John 15:1-8

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John Jamison

... are gathered...” (vv. 2, 6). Jesus is saying that while there may be some pruning of wild grapes done at some point, it is not our job. We are to leave that to the hand of the owner of the vineyard, the vine grower, the only one who has the ability to measure the value of any vine. The other definition of the word abide is “to remain, to continue in relationship with, to dwell.” It means more than to tolerate, or put up with. It means we believe in something enough to live with it. It is where we stay ...

670. When I Am Weak, I Am Strong

2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Sermon

King Duncan

... . Yet Christ has used me to plant churches all over the known world.” Paul was a man of tremendous intellect. He was also a man of unquestionable persuasive powers. Perhaps if it had not been for his thorn in the flesh, he would have leaned upon his own ability rather than the power of God working through him. And you and I would never have heard the name of Paul of Tarsus. That’s the way life works. His weakness became his strength. His scar became a star. His hurt became a halo. And the same thing can ...

671. The Greatest Sin

Luke 13:6-9

Sermon

King Duncan

... are sick, those who are troubled, those who are lonely, those who are in trouble. Bearing fruit is something that all of us can do. We don’t have to have a university degree. We don’t have to be gifted in terms of leadership or technical abilities or gifted as speakers. All we need is Christ’s heart giving us sensitivity to the needs of others and the willingness to serve. When Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross was doing research on her famous book on death and dying, she came across the story of an African ...

672. The Devastating Influence of Faultfinding, Nay-Saying, and Nitpicking

John 12:1-8

Sermon

R. Robert Cueni

... of his comments positive. Instead, he liked to point out factual errors and correct for omissions in the speaker’s presentation. He was very well-read. Consequently, he loved to articulate a counterpoint to the speaker’s point. He also had a remarkable ability to spot the flaw in the speaker’s thesis. When I first met this fellow, I was enamored by what I considered his intelligence and analytical powers. In time I realized that being an “aginner” requires no special skill. We live in an imperfect ...

The ability to get into trouble and the ability to get out of trouble are seldom present in the same person.

James S. Hewett

674. What Super Power Would You Choose?

Luke 10:1-11, 7-20

Sermon

King Duncan

... superpower. Here are some other responses: “Whenever I pick up a sock, the sock next to it would become the matching one.” O. K. One guy responded: “The power to be able to slam a revolving door.” Another said, “When I catch a cold, the ability to know exactly where and when I got it.” I guess that would be for the purpose of retribution. And finally, “Always knowing when to use a semicolon.” That must be for an English major. What about you? What useless superpower would you wish for ...

675. Happiness and Brilliant Minds

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King Duncan

... subjects underwent intelligence tests at the ages of 11 and 79. At age 80, the subjects were also quizzed about their “satisfaction with life.” Researcher Alan Gow of the University of Edinburgh found “no association between levels of mental ability and reported happiness, which is quite surprising because intelligence is highly valued in our society.” It may be that intelligent people worry more about achievement, and are more likely to compare themselves to others and the different choices they ...

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