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1 Samuel 13:1-15

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

... ministry. He carried on notable revival meetings in England and America and organized training for men and women, paying special heed to those who had little opportunity to succeed. Finally, he led in the founding of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. Deficient faith coupled with a faulty/pagan view of the Lord robs God’s people of his blessing. Quote: A. W. Tozer. “Christianity is so entangled with the world that millions never guess how radically they have missed the New Testament pattern. Compromise ...

127. David’s Faith Ignites a Victory

1 Samuel 17:1-58

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

... –33; Josh. 11:21–22; 14:12–15; 15:13–14; Judg. 1:10, 20). Following the paradigmatic judges Othniel and Ehud, there was a visible decline in the quality of Israelite leadership. Barak, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson were plagued by weak faith and deficient wisdom. The situation took a turn for the better as Samuel assumed leadership. When David steps forward to face the Philistine giant (who may have been related to the Anakites; cf. Deut. 2:11 with 1 Chron. 20:4–8), he demonstrates the same courage ...

128. Elihu Makes His Appearance

Job 32:1--37:24

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Daniel J. Estes

... of the events narrated in the prologue, so he does not correctly discern the background to Job’s adversity. When all of this evidence is taken together, it seems that Elihu summarizes the arguments of both Job and the friends, and he points out their deficiencies. His own position assumes that the retribution formula applies to Job’s case, but he adds the important point that suffering can be formative as well as punitive. Elihu aspires to the role of the judge who will decide the case, but his angry ...

129. Yahweh Speaks as the Master Teacher

Job 38:1--41:34

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Daniel J. Estes

... phenomena that he can observe. Job can see the effects of Yahweh’s work, but he cannot understand how Yahweh accomplishes what he does in the weather. Job has to admit that his knowledge of snow, hail, lightning, wind, rain, and ice is profoundly deficient. Even what Job experiences he cannot comprehend or explain. In directing Job’s attention to the desert, Yahweh indicates that he sends rain to places where there are no humans to profit from it (38:26–27). Humans may perceive this as unnecessary or ...

130. “The King Rejoices in Your Strength, Lord”

Psalm 21:1-13

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C. Hassell Bullock

... best of the saints are probably at times tinted with shades of insincerity. They rise from human lips, and from human motives, and we can never be absolutely sure they are 100 percent pure. Even if they are totally sincere, they still are marred by our deficient understanding of the One we praise. But look at what God does: he inhabits our praises. Does that not hint at one of the greatest truths of Scripture, the incarnation, that the Word became flesh and dwelled among us, tabernacled among us (John 1:14 ...

131. The Writing on the Wall

Daniel 5:1-31

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Ronald W. Pierce

... s active role in determining the now-elapsed days for the king’s rule.7 “Tekel” is the Aramaic form of “shekel,”meaning “to be weighed,” here in the sense of judgment (cf. 1 Sam. 2:3; Job 31:6). Belshazzar is found deficient on the scales in comparison both to Nebuchadnezzar and to what God required of him. “Peres” is the singular form of “parsin,” which means, “to be divided” (into two halves)—although not necessarily in equal portions. The wordplay relates to the noun “Persia ...

132. What To Do While Waiting for the Judgment?

Matthew 25:1-13

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Maxie Dunnam

... that seems to be running out of fuel. Nearly half of the marriages in our country each year still end in divorce. Many that are not ending in divorce are ravaged with selfishness and deceit and unfaithfulness. Children have a surfeit of toys but a deficiency of love. Parents invest themselves in their own selfish pursuits far more than they do in each other and in their children. The power that makes marriage creative and enduring is missing. That power is centered in love that is possible only through a ...

133. Naaman Healed of Leprosy

2 Kings 5:1-27

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Gary M. Burge

... way for a rather more expansive view of salvation, and anticipating later prophetic oracles (e.g., Isaiah 49). Second, Elisha seems to have at least a functional relationship with the king of Israel, and despite the fact that both kings have a deficient view of the situation, the prophet’s intervention creates peace (shalom) instead of more war. Naaman’s initial frustration (5:11–18) eventually gives way to submission to the prophetic word, resulting in healing for the Aramean soldier. At first he is ...

134. The Little Children and Jesus

Mark 10:17-31

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Gary M. Burge

In the third discussion of what is fundamental to life (10:17–31), the possessions and social standing of the rich man are a striking contrast with the deficiencies of the children in the previous story. The rich man approaches Jesus with great eagerness and apparent receptiveness; he is the first person in Mark to ask to inherit eternal life, and he receives a clearer picture of the kingdom than anyone yet in Mark. Ironically, however, he turns away. ...

135. Priscilla, Aquila and Apollos

Acts 18:18-28

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... only the baptism of John” argues against this latter reading. Nevertheless, the fact that he “had been instructed in the way of the Lord” and he “taught about Jesus accurately” suggests that he is at least a believer. Moreover, his not being baptized again shows that this is not a deficiency for a preacher of the word. Whatever is missing in his knowledge and experience is amended by the teaching ministries of Priscilla and Aquila.

136. An Appeal for Full Allegiance to Apostolic Authority

2 Corinthians 10:1-18

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... so (cf. Matt. 4:3, 6). Instead, before the necessity for authoritative action imposes itself, he chooses to beg that the challenge be withdrawn. If it is not, then a demonstration will indeed take place. But it will not be a demonstration of Paul’s deficiencies, as his opponents anticipate. It will be instead a show of the divine power that operates through the Lord’s chosen apostles without regard to the criteria of authority that are recognized and accorded weight in this world (see Acts 4:13; 1 Cor ...

137. Paul’s Life as an Example of the Truth of the Gospel

Philippians 3:1-11

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... of Paul’s new convictions and the total reversal that has taken place in his life. This reversal in Paul’s life has occurred because of the “surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord” (3:8). It is the greatness of this revelation, not a deficiency in the Jewish law or Paul’s righteousness, that makes his former life appear as “loss.” Living for the Jewish law would be having a goal other than that of knowing Christ Jesus. All Paul’s former gains are superseded by and lose their value ...

138. Jesus Rejected at Nazareth

Luke 4:14-30

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

... In v. 23 Jesus demonstrates that he understands what the people expect of him. The proverb “Physician, heal yourself!” means that the healer or benefactor (in this case Jesus) should take care of his own and does not imply that Jesus himself has some deficiency or fault that needs correcting. The people of Nazareth expect Jesus to do the same things for them that he has done for the people of Capernaum. If Jesus’ pronouncement that the Isaiah passage was truly fulfilled, then all could expect Jesus to ...

139. The Man with Leprosy

Luke 5:12-16

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

... these poor unfortunates life was lived in hopelessness and despair. Not only were lepers socially ostracized, but they were forced to bear the awful religious stigma of being “unclean.” Many would have reasoned the condition was because of some particular sin or moral deficiency. Indeed, according to some rabbis, lepers were regarded as dead (Lachs, p. 153). It is no wonder then that when this person hears of the arrival of Jesus, the one of whom so many things were being reported (as implied by Luke 4 ...

140. David and Goliath

1 Samuel 17:1-58

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... clear difference from others. The references to other such giants in 2 Sam. 21:15–21, which mentions further genetic problems, may mean there was a significant problem in Gath. That Goliath’s forehead was penetrated so easily may further indicate a bone deficiency causing the malformation. Saul was exceptionally tall (1 Sam. 9:2; 10:23), and the text may reflect an implicit criticism that the tallest Israelite, Saul, did not take up the challenge. The relationship between this chapter and 2 Sam. 21:19 ...

141. Murder

Matthew 5:21-26

Understanding Series

Robert H. Mounce

... Aramaic sources, says raca means, “I spit on you.” To call a brother mōros (“fool”) is to be “heading straight for the fire of destruction” (Phillips). The fool in Hebrew thought was not the intellectually incompetent but the person who was morally deficient. This kind of fool lived as if there were no God to whom he must account for his profligacy (cf. Ps. 14:1). Some have suggested that mōre (vocative: “you fool”) should be understood as a transliteration of the Hebrew mōreh (“rebel ...

142. Daniel’s Training in Babylon

Daniel 1:1-21

Understanding Series

William Nelson

... in the Joseph narrative. They look sad and “dejected” because they are disturbed about their dreams (Gen. 40:6). In Daniel, though, the idea is that the Jewish youths would exhibit an inferior appearance not because of psychological distress but because of a deficient diet. J. A. Montgomery questions whether to take literally the official’s statement, The king would then have my head. It may mean merely that Ashpenaz would be held accountable for Daniel’s health (J. A. Montgomery, The Book of Daniel ...

143. Boasting

2 Corinthians 11:16-33, 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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James M. Scott

... abruptly with the adversative conjunction alla: “but in every way [we] have revealed [the knowledge] in all things to you.” The general sense is relatively clear if these two halves are pieced together and the appropriate words are supplied. Paul acknowledges his deficiency in public speaking very much as Moses did (see on 10:10). But, also like Moses, Paul exults in revealed knowledge mediated to others, albeit in this case it is the knowledge of Christ that God reveals through him to others, including ...

144. King Artaxerxes' Letter to Ezra

Ezra 7:11-28

Understanding Series

Leslie C. Allen

... is ordered to carry out an investigation among the community in Judah. His role was to be like that of Persian “inspectors” (REB, 5:6; 6:6) sent to conduct inquiries. In this case the Torah was to be the standard by which to assess deficiencies. There is an allusion to this investigative role later on, in 10:16. The task involved a hermeneutical application of the Torah, for which Ezra’s background stood him in good stead. After these brief statements of two of Ezra’s responsibilities, verses 15 ...

145. Second Sunday of Advent

John 4:1-26, Isaiah 51:1-16

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Heth H. Corl

... your Son, redeeming our life from defeat and destruction. We pray in His name. Amen. CONFESSION Lord, I know I ought to be happy and cheerful as Christmas gets nearer; but I find myself so upset with world conditions, the problems of our nation, and the deficiencies of my own personal life. I certainly need Christ in my life, yet I become all the more skilled in preventing Him from living in me. Forgive me for running from one hell to another. Forgive me for creating unrest instead of peace, apathy instead ...

146. Blessed

Matthew 5:1-12

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Dean Feldmeyer

... age, survives. When he could no longer see to read he heard someone read this verse from 1 Corinthians: “By the grace of God — I am what I am.” He remained silent a short time, and then said: “I am not what I ought to be. Ah! how imperfect and deficient. “I am not what I might be, considering my privileges and opportunities. “I am not what I wish to be. God, who knows my heart — knows I wish to be like him. “I am not what I hope to be. Before long, I will drop this clay tabernacle, to be ...

Art not only imitates nature, but also completes its deficiencies.

Aristotle

The present time is seldom able to fill desire or imagination with immediate enjoyment, and we are forced to supply its deficiencies by recollection or anticipation.

Samuel Johnson

No mind is thoroughly well organized that is deficient in a sense of humor.

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Anyone is to be pitied who has just sense enough to perceive his deficiencies.

William Hazlitt

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126. Saul Forfeits a Dynasty

1 Samuel 13:1-15

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

127. David’s Faith Ignites a Victory

1 Samuel 17:1-58

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

128. Elihu Makes His Appearance

Job 32:1--37:24

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Daniel J. Estes

129. Yahweh Speaks as the Master Teacher

Job 38:1--41:34

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Daniel J. Estes

130. “The King Rejoices in Your Strength, Lord”

Psalm 21:1-13

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C. Hassell Bullock

131. The Writing on the Wall

Daniel 5:1-31

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Ronald W. Pierce

132. What To Do While Waiting for the Judgment?

Matthew 25:1-13

Sermon

Maxie Dunnam

133. Naaman Healed of Leprosy

2 Kings 5:1-27

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

134. The Little Children and Jesus

Mark 10:17-31

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

135. Priscilla, Aquila and Apollos

Acts 18:18-28

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

136. An Appeal for Full Allegiance to Apostolic Authority

2 Corinthians 10:1-18

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

137. Paul’s Life as an Example of the Truth of the Gospel

Philippians 3:1-11

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

138. Jesus Rejected at Nazareth

Luke 4:14-30

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

139. The Man with Leprosy

Luke 5:12-16

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

140. David and Goliath

1 Samuel 17:1-58

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

141. Murder

Matthew 5:21-26

Understanding Series

Robert H. Mounce

142. Daniel’s Training in Babylon

Daniel 1:1-21

Understanding Series

William Nelson

143. Boasting

2 Corinthians 11:16-33, 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

144. King Artaxerxes' Letter to Ezra

Ezra 7:11-28

Understanding Series

Leslie C. Allen

145. Second Sunday of Advent

John 4:1-26, Isaiah 51:1-16

Bulletin Aid

Heth H. Corl

146. Blessed

Matthew 5:1-12

Sermon

Dean Feldmeyer

Art not only imitates nature, but also completes its deficiencies.

Aristotle

The present time is seldom able to fill desire or imagination with immediate enjoyment, and we are forced to supply its deficiencies by recollection or anticipation.

Samuel Johnson

No mind is thoroughly well organized that is deficient in a sense of humor.

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Anyone is to be pitied who has just sense enough to perceive his deficiencies.

William Hazlitt

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