Exposing the spiritual landmines of the devil through the Word of God
25 to God our Savior, who alone is wise, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever. Amen. (WEB)
“to God our Savior, who alone is wise” True wisdom , not the one which comes from the world , is solely supplied by God. There is…
24 Now to him who is able to keep them from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory in great joy
“Now to him who is able to keep them from stumbling” God Himself keeps those who are His from abandoning Him through…
23 and some save, snatching them out of the fire with fear, hating even the clothing stained by the flesh.
“save others by snatching them out of the fire” The words “snatching them out” gives the image that they are in it already. That is the ur…
22 On some have compassion, making a distinction
The Greek words for the second half of the verse are very difficult to know which one it is and the word order. Some translations have it as…
NASB “And have mercy on some, who are doubting”…
21 Keep yourselves in the love of God, looking for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to eternal life. “Keep yourselves in the love of God” means to let God’s Word direct your walk. Also, the phrase “love of God” is in reference to those who have trus…
20 But you, beloved, keep building up yourselves on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit. The Word of God and prayer are two sides of the same coin. Both must be done every day so one’s faith may grow.
Let’s look at it with an illustr…
19 These are they who cause divisions, and are sensual, not having the Spirit.
According to this passage, those who are causing divisions among the church shows that they are not truly Christians.
We must understand that two people with the…