Category Archives: Commentary

1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Posted on June 1, 2008 by Daniel Silas

“1 And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God.” The kingdom of God is not built by persuasive, wise men of great words, … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Posted on May 29, 2008 by Daniel Silas

“18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. “ Paul makes a clear distinction between two groups here. Those who are … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Posted on May 28, 2008 by Daniel Silas

“10 Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Daniel Silas

From the English Standard Version: “1 Paul, called by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and our brother Sosthenes,” Specific men are called to fulfill specific service according to God’s will. A man cannot fulfill … Continue reading →

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Psalm 122

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Daniel Silas

1 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the LORD.” I met a young man who waited on my wife and I this past weekend when we went out to dinner. He … Continue reading →

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Psalm 121

Posted on May 27, 2008 by Daniel Silas

4 Behold, He who keeps Israel Shall neither slumber nor sleep. Sometimes I turn on the news and watch what is going on in the world. I don’t always trust the news, but that is a different subject. The nation … Continue reading →

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Psalm 119:169-176

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Daniel Silas

174a, “I long for Your salvation, O LORD” What is the greatest desire of those who call on the name of the Lord? I think this statement sums it up. The object of the writer’s longing is God’s salvation. As … Continue reading →

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Psalm 120

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Daniel Silas

6 My soul has dwelt too long With one who hates peace. One day I was sitting in a local restaraunt eating lunch with some co-workers. I was having a grilled ham and cheese sandwhich, and a pile of yummy … Continue reading →

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Psalm 119:161 – 168

Posted on May 20, 2008 by Daniel Silas

v162, “I rejoice at Your word As one who finds great treasure.” v167, “My soul keeps Your testimonies, And I love them exceedingly.” The Word of God is like a great treasure chest. It is the greatest treasure chest to … Continue reading →

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Psalm 119:153-160

Posted on May 20, 2008 by Daniel Silas

v158, “I see the treacherous, and am disgusted, Because they do not keep Your word.” For anyone who truly loves God, the Psalmist makes a very important point in regard to how we should see sin. Not keeping God’s Word … Continue reading →

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