What I found interesting was Jesus' indirect confirmation of his kingship lineage back to David. And his being the Son of the King of kings, for the support of whose worship and service that money was collected.Note John Gill's commentary.Mat 17:24 And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received tribute money came to Peter, and said, Doth… Continue reading Matthew 17:24-27 teaching about taxes (Tribute)
Category: Devotional Readings
Matthew 17:21 – Casting out of Devils (demons/spirits)
Mat 17:14 And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a certain man, kneeling down to him, and saying,Mat 17:15 Lord, have mercy on my son: for he is lunatick, and sore vexed: for ofttimes he falleth into the fire, and oft into the water.Mat 17:16 And I brought him to thy disciples, and they could… Continue reading Matthew 17:21 – Casting out of Devils (demons/spirits)
Acts 18:28 – We could do as much……
Act 18:24 And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus.Act 18:25 This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John.Act 18:26 And he began to… Continue reading Acts 18:28 – We could do as much……
Proverbs 23
There is much wisdom to be noted here, some of which is offen forgotten or left untaught.Proverbs 23 King James Version (KJV)23 When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:2 And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite.3 Be not desirous of his dainties: for they… Continue reading Proverbs 23