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Gems from John 2: The Temple
When the Jews asked for a sign that showed He had authority to drive out the moneymakers, Jesus pointed to the temple of His body. “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up” (John 2:18-19). Why … Continue reading
Gems from John 2: Vision Lost
When Jesus came to Jerusalem one Passover, He found that the temple caretakers had lost their vision. What was to be a place for worshipers to pray on holy ground, became an opportunity for the caretakers to prey on the … Continue reading
Gems from John 2: Water to Wine
At a wedding at Cana in Galilee, Jesus miraculously turned water into wine. But John inserts a significant piece of detail that I’ve often overlooked: “Now there were set there six waterpots of stone, according to the manner of purification … Continue reading
Gems from John 1: Heaven is Opened
The Bible reveals the state of our hearts. We may come to the Scriptures initially skeptical of Jesus, as Nathaniel did in v. 46 (“Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”). But when the Lord reveals His grace, He turns … Continue reading
Gems from John 1: Come and See
“The two disciples heard him [the baptizer] speak, and they followed Jesus” (John 1:37). John’s goal was to turn people to Jesus, not to build up a large following of his own. His job was to be the voice in … Continue reading
When Life is a Hassle
Paul wrote, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). This verse is probably at the top of everyone’s memory verse list. As I was reviewing it for myself, I wondered, is it true of my … Continue reading
Gems from John: Witnesses
The Pharisees were doing their job when they investigated this man in unusual garb who preached an unusual message. They were expecting a Prophet like Moses (Deut. 18:15, Acts 3:20-23), Elijah the prophet (Malachi 4:5), and the Chosen One (Isaiah … Continue reading
Gems from John 1: Witness
“John bore witness of Him and cried out, saying, ‘This was He of whom I said, “He who comes after me is preferred before me, for He was before me” ‘ ” (John 1:15). John the baptizer testified of the … Continue reading
Gems from John 1: Word Made Flesh
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us” (John 1:14). John opened this first chapter with the Word, the one who is God and also Creator. He was with God in the beginning, showing that He, being divine, was … Continue reading
Gems from John 1: Beginnings
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (John 1:1 WEB). With the use of “Word,” John seems to be addressing Greek and Jewish readers. For the Greek reader, the Word … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Philadelphia
The Church of Philadelphia, Rev. 3:7-13 Rev. 3:7 “And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write, ‘These things says He who is holy, He who is true, “He who has the key of David, He who opens and … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Laodicea
The Church of Laodicea, Rev. 3:14-22 Rev. 3:14 “The Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God” Jesus used “amen” often in His sayings, though they are usually translated as “verily, verily” or “truly” in … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Sardis
The Church of Sardis, Rev. 3:1-6 Rev. 3:1 “He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars” What an intriguing picture of Christ. He’s pointing us to what He has, something no one else has. Commentators say … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Thyatira
The Church of Thyatira, Rev. 2:18-29 Rev. 2:18 “Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and His feet like fine brass” Looking up bronze and brass in the OT and NT (KJV and NKJV), many uses … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Pergamos
The Church of Pergamos, Rev. 2:12-17 Rev. 2:12 “He who has the sharp, two-edged sword” This church was compromising their faith. On the one hand, they believed in the sacrifice of Christ on their behalf; on the other hand, they … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Smyrna
The Church of Smyrna, Rev. 2:8-11 Rev. 2:8 “The First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life” The names[1] given in place of Christ fit the situation facing the church in which it is used. Smyrna is … Continue reading
Names of Christ in Revelation: Ephesus
I made these studies to focus on Jesus and get a better grasp on who He is and what He’s done for us. The Book of Revelation is an unveiling of Christ. It has many doctrinal statements about Christ that … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 5:18, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. https://stevehusting.com/alivetogod/meditations-on-1-john-11-4-with-notes/ v. 18 We know that everyone who has been born of God does not sin, but the one who is born of God keeps … Continue reading
Jews, Gentiles, and Jesus
Thesis This Bible College paper will seek to demonstrate that the conversion of Gentiles in the book of Acts was according to the preordained plan of God. It examines OT prophecies of Gentile inclusion in the kingdom as part of … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 5:14-17, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. https://stevehusting.com/alivetogod/meditations-on-1-john-11-4-with-notes/ v. 14, This is the confidence we have before him: If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. (Bible Knowl Comm … Continue reading
Receiving Power
“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8). The people gathered … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 5:6-13, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. https://stevehusting.com/alivetogod/meditations-on-1-john-11-4-with-notes/ v. 6, Jesus Christ — he is the one who came by water and blood, not by water only, but by water and by blood. And … Continue reading
Christ in All the Scriptures
“And beginning at Moses and all the Prophets, He expounded to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself” (Luke 24:27). I’m sure many of us, having read those words, wished Luke had spelled out those Scriptures Jesus used. … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 5:4-5, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. https://stevehusting.com/alivetogod/meditations-on-1-john-11-4-with-notes/ (Bible Knowl Comm NT) “If love for God and one’s fellow Christians is at its core obedience to God’s commands, how can these be … Continue reading
The Kingdom of Heaven is Here and Now
A friend was telling me that he could hardly wait for heaven so he could escape all that’s going on in the world. I stopped him and asked, “But what about Jesus? He said that the kingdom of God is … Continue reading
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A Chosen Disciple
Jesus “had given commandments to the apostles whom He had chosen” (Acts 1:2). Jesus Himself had chosen the final 12 apostles. Who were these apostles whom He chose? They were chosen out from His disciples (Matthew 10:3-5). A disciple is … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 5:1-3, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. https://stevehusting.com/alivetogod/meditations-on-1-john-11-4-with-notes/ Chapter 5 (CSB–the verses in this chapter were taken from this version. Each chapter will be from a different version to avoid copyright issues.) … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 4:16-21, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. God’s Love and Ours (cont.), 4:16-21 NIV v. 16, And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 4:11-15, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. God’s Love and Ours (cont.), 4:7-15 NIV v. 11, Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. (Bible Knowl … Continue reading
Meditations on 1 John 4:7-10, with Notes
For an explanation of this layout and the key to the books referenced, read here. God’s Love and Ours, 4:7-15 NIV v. 7, Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been … Continue reading
