2 Corinthians 11:7 Explanation
2 Corinthians 11:7 is Paul asking the Corinthians a pointed question: was it wrong for him to lower himself by working for his own living, so that they...
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Genesis 8:9 Context
Genesis 8:9 describes Noah sending out a dove to see whether the flood waters had gone down, and finding that the bird had no dry place to land.
Psalm 18:9 Context
Psalm 18:9 describes God stepping out of heaven to come to the aid of his servant, with the sky bending down under his presence and deep darkness marking...
1 Corinthians 9:6 Context
First Corinthians 9:6 is Paul asking whether he and Barnabas alone lack the right to stop working for a living and simply depend on the support of the...
Psalm 18:2 Context: What the Psalm of David Teaches About God as Refuge
Psalm 18:2 is David's declaration that the LORD himself is his protection, the solid rock he can stand on, the stronghold he can run into, and the one who...
Joshua 7:14 Context
Joshua 7:14 describes the process God set up to expose a hidden sin among Israel after their defeat at Ai.
Mark 4:31 Explanation
Mark 4:31 uses the mustard seed to show that God's kingdom starts very small and grows into something large and generous.
Psalm 11:6 Explained
Psalm 11:6 describes God's justice falling on those who persist in wickedness.
Jeremiah 5:9 Context: Why God Asks Whether He Should Punish
Jeremiah 5:9 is God asking, in effect, whether He would be right to punish a people who have turned away from Him so completely that their behavior has...