Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4 “[By Christ's power] he has promised that you will escape the decadence around you caused by evil desires and that you will share in his divine nature.” Observation: Here’s another example of when the NLT differs from the other major interpretations, but I like this one. Essentially others say “escape corruption [...]
Scripture: Matthew 14:28-29 “‘Then Peter called to Jesus, “Lord, if it’s really you, tell me to come to you by walking on water.’ ‘All right, come,’ Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus.” Observation: Something about having Jesus right in front of you telling [...]
Scripture: Job 19:25-27 “As for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and that he will stand upon the eart at last. And after my body has decayed, yet in my body I will see God! I will see him for myself. Yes, I will see him with my own eyes, I am overwhelmed at [...]
Scripture: Psalms 33:15 “He fashioned our hearts, and understands everything we do.” Observation: Knowing that the God I worship, the God of all creation, the God in ultimate control understands what I do is comforting. He knows my temptations, he knows my brokeness, he knows my heart and thoughts completely. He knows exactly what is [...]
Scripture: Psalm 139: 23-24 “Search me O God, and know my heart, test me and know my thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you and lead me along the path of everlasting life.” Observation: It is one thing to be searched and called out in your sin – but another thing entirely to [...]