Proverbs 18-22:16 See: That brings us to the end of our readings in Proverbs for now. (The next verse, Pr. 22:17, speaks of the “words of the wise,” which likely indicates a new author — someone other than Solomon — so we will read the rest of the book later.) We have covered a lot …
Author Archives: John S.
May 9 / Proverbs 14-17
Proverbs 14-17 See:
May 8 / Proverbs 10-13
Proverbs 10-13 See:
May 7 / Proverbs 8-9
Proverbs 8-9 See: So, how are we doing? Are any of us, in fact, seeking wisdom? Or are we just reading along through Proverbs, maybe skimming over the comments from last year, and going about our day with barely a further thought toward gaining wisdom? Are we (re)evaluating the paths we are on, asking whether …
May 6 / Proverbs 6-7
Proverbs 6-7 See:
May 5 / Proverbs 3:13-5:23
Proverbs 3:13-5:23 See:
May 4 / Proverbs 1-3:12
Proverbs 1-3:12 Given our rapid pace through Proverbs, I will not waste your time with extra commentary here, but I trust that you’ll read last year’s posts and seek wisdom. See:
May 3 / I Kings 3-4; II Chronicles 1
I Kings 3-4; II Chronicles 1 We return today for a brief dip back into the historical narrative. David is now gone. Solomon is on the throne. The Ark of the Covenant is in Jerusalem, but the Tabernacle and its altar are still at Gibeon, so Solomon goes there to sacrifice. There at Gibeon Solomon …
May 2 / Psalms 95, 97-99, 101, 110, 144
Psalms 95, 97-99, 101, 110, 144 I hope that in reading the Psalms yesterday and today we recognize that the LORD is the ultimate King, sovereign over all of creation. He is working out His purposes, with the Lord Jesus Christ sitting at His right hand. (Acts 2:33-34; Rom. 8:34; Eph. 1:20; Col. 3:1; Heb. …
May 1 / Psalms 2, 20-21, 72, 93-94
Psalms 2, 20-21, 72, 93-94 The LORD reigns; He is robed in majesty! Psalm 93:1 It is good to remember Who is really in control… See also: