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176. Triumph of the Jews

Esther 9:1-19

Understanding Series

Timothy S. Laniak

... killed and destroyed five hundred men. This figure reflects a substantial number of enemies in the citadel, which is surprising in light of the general sense of favor that the Jews seemed to have had there all along (3:15; 8:15) and the rising support for Mordecai (9:4). Verses 7–10 list the names of Haman’s ten sons who were also killed. They were likely coconspirators who were now deprived of their father and their estate. Thus Haman receives poetic justice: “not only is he killed, but his honor ...

177. The Gold Lampstand and the Two Olive Trees

Zechariah 4:1-14

Understanding Series

Pamela J. Scalise

... to rouse him forcibly, as a man is wakened from his sleep. 4:2–5 In this fifth vision, Zechariah saw a solid gold lampstand with a bowl at the top. Excavations have discovered pottery versions of this sort of lamp stand in which a tubular base supports a reservoir of oil. The rim of this bowl holds seven lights on it, with seven channels to the lights. The lamps were small bowls, with spouts for the wicks pinched in their rims. (The familiar seven-armed menorah has a very different shape.) There were two ...

178. Thanks for Their Gifts

Philippians 4:10-20

Understanding Series

F. F. Bruce

... (cf. 3:7, 8). The time he has in mind was the difficult period after he set out from Macedonia, more particularly, probably, after he had settled in Corinth. In 2 Corinthians 11:8, 9 he says to the Corinthian Christians, “I robbed other churches by receiving support from them so as to serve you. And when I was with you and needed something, I was not a burden to anyone, for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied what I needed.” There is probably a further reference to this help in Acts 18:5 ...

179. The Flood

Genesis 6:1-8:22

Understanding Series

John E. Hartley

... gods is a recurring theme in the OT, as in the incident at Baal-Peor (Num. 25:1–2) and the apostasy of Solomon (1 Kgs. 11:1–13). Tradition favors the first view, and the allusions to it in Jude 6–7 and 2 Peter 2:4–6 support it, but the third view fits the context best by accounting for the loss of true worship on earth among Seth’s offspring. Another point in favor of the third position is that God’s coming judgment was against all humanity, not against superheroes produced from a blending of ...

180. The Priestly Portions of Sacrifices

Lev 6:8–7:38

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Joe M. Sprinkle

... if hidden from human eyes, can escape the scrutiny of God. Those today who choose to sin defiantly in contempt of God and his demands may also find themselves “cut off from their people.” Teaching the Text God’s ministers deserve the privilege of material support. One can give things to God by giving things to his ministers. The duties of priests were many: 1. They maintained fire on the altar day and night (Lev. 6:9–13). 2. They offered continual grain offerings for themselves (Lev. 6:19–23). 3 ...

181. The Return of the King Brings Turmoil in the Kingdom

2 Sam 19:9–20:26

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

... continues in 1 Kings. (Thus 2 Samuel 21–24 does not continue the story; these chapters are an epilogue to the book and summarize David’s reign.) Interpretive Insights 19:9 The king delivered us. Though the Israelite tribes acknowledge that they threw their support to Absalom and “anointed” him, they refer to David, not his dead son, as “the king” and contemplate restoring his rule (v. 10). 19:23 You shall not die. Later, on his deathbed, David is not so merciful. He advises Solomon to make ...

182. The “Nine Lives” of David

1 Samuel 19:1-24

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

... for the Lord’s intervention, which has resulted in a military victory for Israel. But after both occasions, Saul tries to kill the hero (14:44; 18:11; etc.). Following his victory over the Ammonites, Saul refused to execute his detractors, even though some of his supporters urged him to do so (11:12–13). His reason for showing mercy was that the Lord had “rescued Israel” (or “won a victory in Israel,” the same expression used by Jonathan in 19:5). As in Saul’s case, the Lord has won a victory ...

183. God’s Protection Takes the Form of a Faithful Friend

1 Samuel 20:1-42

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Robert B. Chisholm Jr.

... wishes (20:31). Indeed, he sincerely pledges his loyalty to the chosen king and prays for his success (20:13–17), even though his decision makes him the object of his father’s wrath and jeopardizes his life (20:30–33). Like Jonathan we must support God’s program, even when it involves self-denial and puts us in harm’s way. Jonathan’s absolute loyalty to David should inspire us to demonstrate the same allegiance to David’s greater Son and God’s chosen Servant, the Lord Jesus Christ (Matt ...

184. “Human Help Is Worthless”

Psalm 60:1-12

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C. Hassell Bullock

... for the South was Europe’s recent rejection of the slave trade.21The people of Israel at the time of David felt much like the Confederates, in that a lack of support led to their military defeat. But unlike Europe during the American Civil War, the Lord had made a promise (of the land) to the people, and he would be faithful to that promise. Victory for Israel would come! One of the most effective things we can do in times of ...

185. Daniel in the Den of Lions

Daniel 6:1-28

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Ronald W. Pierce

... him, therefore, should not be contingent on his reward or rescue. Illustrating the Text There is no greater reason to face adversity than the cause of Christ. History: In the case of war, when the stakes may include losing one’s life, the exhortation to support “the cause” often focuses on an ideal esteemed so highly that it is worth facing the adversity of battle. In the case of the American Revolutionary War, the call to war focused largely on freedom and the rights of all to “life, liberty, and ...

186. Wisdom’s Final Appeals

Proverbs 8:1-36

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... or revelatory knowledge of the universe’s makeup. In 8:30–31, the focus shifts to wisdom’s role (“Then I was . . . I was”). The rendering “the craftsman” or artisan in NIV 1984 (8:30a) is one of several suggested translations for Hebrew amon, supported by its use in Jeremiah 52:15 and a similar word in Song of Solomon 7:1. It could refer either to wisdom or, more likely, to Yahweh, who constructs the cosmos in this section. The NIV reads “constantly” (literally “faithful”), which is ...

187. The Rights of an Apostle

1 Corinthians 9:1-27

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... so, too, can Paul, who now illustrates the legitimacy of this right by noting that a soldier has a recognized right to serve at the expense of others, that those who plant crops or tend livestock have a recognized right to share in the produce, and that this right of support is recognized not only in the sphere of human affairs but also in the law of Moses, which speaks (in Deut. 25:4) about the right of an ox that treads grain to do so without a muzzle, that he might eat as he works. These last words Paul ...

188. Appreciation of the Philippians’ Gift

Philippians 4:10-20

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... good thing. In fact, he reminds them of all they have done for him and the great degree to which he appreciates it. From the beginning of his ministry to them, the Philippians have constantly supported Paul, even when others refused and persecuted him. Here there is no indication that Paul accepted financial support from the Philippians when he was actually at Philippi. Their support came after he had departed and went on to establish other churches. Paul mentions Thessalonica here, but he also mentions the ...

189. Good to Great

Ezekiel 45:3-5

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Charley Reeb

... in this word. We are the only bank account God has. The problem is the church has to compete with every other charity. Jesus is walking around with an empty basket among the market place begging for money. And don’t get me wrong. It is important to support charities. Please do! But nothing should take the place of our commitment to God and his church. That comes first because the church is God’s best hope for the world. The church is the only institution that cares for people’s souls. We have the only ...

190. Israel's Unbelief

Romans 9:30--10:21

Understanding Series

James R. Edwards

... –40, and vol. 3, p. 276; also, Gaugler, Der Römerbrief, vol. 2, pp. 86–88. 10:1–4 The NIV surprisingly (and mistakenly) substitutes the poorly attested for the Israelites (v. 1) in place of “in behalf of them,” which “is decisively supported by early and representative witnesses” (Metzger, TCGNT, p. 524). On the meaning of Christ is the end of the law, Gerhard Delling lists four possible meanings of the Greek telos: goal, exit, end, and cessation (“telos,” TDNT, vol. 8, pp. 54–56). For ...

191. The Weak and the Strong

Romans 14:1--15:13

Understanding Series

James R. Edwards

... Christ is the servant of both, of Jews by confirming the promises made to the patriarchs, of Gentiles by fulfilling the original purpose of the covenant with Israel. In both instances God’s glory is served. 15:10–13 The conclusion of verses 8–9 finds support from all three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures (Torah, Prophets, Writings), thus enhancing its effect. All four quotations (v. 9 = Ps. 18:49 / 2 Sam. 22:50; v. 10 = Deut. 32:43; v. 11 = Ps. 117:1; v. 12 = Isa. 11:10) follow the LXX faithfully ...

192. Gifts of Prophecy and Tongues

1 Corinthians 14:1-25

Understanding Series

Marion L. Soards

... gifts, but the other [person] is not edified. Religious practice that serves only the self is not inherently wrong, but in certain circumstances it is not the best activity. 14:18 In a third argument, Paul uses his own religious practice as an example and in support of his argument for the appropriate practice of tongues and prophecy. He reports his own practice of tongues in a bold way, I speak in tongues more than all of you; but he makes this statement as a backdrop for once again stating his clear ...

193. Job’s Reply to Zophar

Job 12:1--14:22

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... to good effect as he lashes out at his detractors as fools. 13:6 Job calls his friends to listen (rather than speaking) to his argument and his plea. Both terms are legal ones, used in a court of law. The first is from the same verb (Heb. ykkh, “support a position in a law case”) Job used in verse 3 to express his desire to set his facts before God. The second (Heb. ribah; pl. ribot) is related to the noun rib, “law suit,” which in the Prophets often describes God’s accusation against Israel for ...

194. Elihu

Job 32:1--37:24

Understanding Series

Gerald H. Wilson

... not actively engaged in the dialogue at this point. The idea is that now is the time for Job to take stock of all that Elihu has said. In particular, Job should consider God’s wonders—that Elihu has just been describing—as evidence in support of Elihu’s claims. 37:15–18 Do you know? The same interrogative verbal form (hatedaʿ) begins this verse and the next, binding these rhetorical questions together. The fact that God controls the clouds and lightning, causing them to hang poised in the sky, is ...

195. Nebuchadnezzer’s Dream of a Tree

Daniel 4:1-18

Understanding Series

William Nelson

... will be shackled when he becomes a beast-man, forced into submission to others, until he subjects himself to the heavenly sovereign. Finally, some have suggested the bound roots indicate that Nebuchadnezzar would be shackled while in his wild state. This view is supported by the LXX and is probably the best solution. At some point in verse 15 the imagery shifts from tree to human and beast. Verse 16 is clearly about Nebuchadnezzar and not about a tree, because it speaks of the transformation from man ...

196. The Ten Commandments

Deuteronomy 5:1-33

Understanding Series

Christopher J. H. Wright

... of limitations on sexual intercourse in Leviticus 18:6–18, which has been shown to be primarily designed to protect the inner sexual relationships of the extended family (see Porter, The Extended Family). Adultery was clearly a very serious offense in ancient Israel. The legislation that supports the seventh commandment makes it a capital offense for both parties involved (Deut. 22:22; Lev. 18:20; 20:10). The prophets attack it as a social evil (e.g., Hos. 4:2; Jer. 7:9; 23:10; Ezek. 18:6ff.; 22:11; 33:26 ...

197. The Year of the Woman

Genesis 2:18-24

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King Duncan

... describing their evening. Here’s what appeared in the husband’s diary: A two-foot putt . . . WHO misses a stupid two-foot putt! (5) Yes, men and women are different. And, as St. Paul noted, not everyone is meant to marry. Still, we need someone to give us moral support. It is not good for man or woman to be alone. We were created for relationships. We are all created in the image of God. That means we are all equal in God’s eyes and deserve to be treated with dignity as children of God. Here is the ...

198. Walking with God

Acts 2:1-21 · John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15

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Lori Wagner

... with us, talks with us, joins with us in life’s journey from beginning to end. “I will be with you always,” he said. Jesus was God’s Son and Sacrifice, our wake-up call and our transfiguring catalyst, but the Holy Spirit is God’s support system. To “walk with God” or to have God “walk beside us” is the oldest phrase in the scriptures signaling someone’s relationship with God, the kind of person in whom you know God dwells because you can see it in their walk, their talk, their demeanor ...

199. Valued Families

1 John 3:1-3

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Will Willimon

... majority of whom are mothers) who persevere against the odds, it is essential that we as a society take an honest look at what we are doing to our children when the one-parent family gradually becomes the typical American family. Even in our support of single parents, if we move to a public philosophy which acts is if nothing is at stake ethically, psychologically, or spiritually in the rise of fatherless homes, we are ignoring the facts and abandoning this nation's children to a future which no government ...

200. The Interpretation of the Vision

Daniel 8:15-27

Understanding Series

William Nelson

... with respect to zaʿam, wrath or “indignation,” and whether it refers to the wrath of Antiochus or the wrath of God. In support of the former, the verb zaʿam, “to be angry” or “indignant,” is used of Antiochus later: “he will . . . vent his fury ... sinners on the receiving end of God’s anger in punishment for their guilt (Collins, Daniel, p. 339). On the other hand, in support of the latter notion, “wrath” almost always refers to God’s indignation (verb: Zech. 1:12; Mal. 1:4; Ps. 7:11 [7 ...

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