Bible Studies

Habakkuk is a small book of only three chapters, probably written between 612 and 605 BC. However, according to the late James M. Boice, it is “eminently contemporary.” It is not difficult to see numerous parallels between Judah’s moral... Continue Reading »

“The result was that when Jesus had finished these words, the multitudes were amazed at His teaching; for He was teaching them as one having authority, and not as their scribes” (Matthew 7:28-29). The greatest teacher who ever lived... Continue Reading »

In Matthew 7:24-27, Jesus stressed the vital importance of having the right foundation for life — and the utter foolishness of having an inadequate foundation. The contrast Christ makes in verse 24 is between doing (obeying) His Word and... Continue Reading »

While continuing to deal with false teachers, Jesus also added the results of false teaching in Matthew 7:21-23 — a powerful deception that leaves people who embrace the false teaching in a state of delusion. It is not the... Continue Reading »

As Jesus concluded His Sermon on the Mount, He focused on false prophets (teachers, preachers) and false teaching. In Matthew 7:15, He underscored the importance and danger of false teachers: “Beware of false teachers.” Because Jesus warned us about... Continue Reading »

There are two ways to live, but there is only one way to eternal, abundant and true spiritual life: “There is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among... Continue Reading »

Matthew 7:12 begins with the word “therefore” and refers back to the first 11 verses of the chapter: “Therefore, however you want people to treat you, so treat them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” This verse... Continue Reading »

Prayer is a wonderful means of grace whereby God not only communes with His children but also blesses them abundantly. In Matthew 7:9-11, Jesus spoke a simple parable that illustrates the greatness and abundance of God in responding to... Continue Reading »

Many years ago someone coined the phrase, “Failure is frequently the path of least persistence.” Matthew 7:7-8 is about persistence in prayer. Persistence is a hallmark of following Christ. Jesus said, in Luke 9:62, “No one, after putting his... Continue Reading »

In Matthew 7:1-6, Jesus taught us how to treat others: Don’t judge, don’t be hypocritical, and use discernment. This theme of treating others rightly continues to verse 12, the foundational verse for the section. “Do not judge lest you... Continue Reading »

As Jesus concluded His teaching on worry, He focused on three key points: Don’t worry, seek God first, and live one day at a time. His first emphasis was, “Do not be anxious,” or, do not worry. Philippians 4:6... Continue Reading »

If God has provided His people with the best, will He provide anything less as they follow Him? In Matthew 6:25, Jesus said, “For this reason I say to you, do not be anxious for your life, as to... Continue Reading »