Questions About Friendship
Bible Studies on Friendship
The Fellowship Offering
The fellowship offering (or peace offering) was unique among sacrifices because it was shared between God, the priests, and the worshipper. This commu...
5 min readThe Guilt Offering and Fellowship Offering Regulations
Leviticus 7 concludes the instructions for sacrifices, providing priestly regulations for the guilt offering and fellowship offering, and establishing...
6 min readBetrayed by a Friend
David's anguished prayer when someone close betrayed him—possibly Ahithophel who sided with Absalom. This psalm captures the unique pain of broken t...
6 min readA Friend Loves at All Times
Proverbs 17 explores friendship, silence as wisdom, family dynamics, and the value of cheerful hearts over external circumstances.
5 min readThe Value of True Friendship
Proverbs 27 explores the nature of authentic relationships, the importance of honest feedback, and wisdom about contentment, work, and self-awareness.
5 min readThe Word of Life
John opens his letter by declaring the Word of Life—what was heard, seen, and touched—inviting readers into fellowship with the Father and Son. Wa...
5 min readThe Day of Pentecost
The Holy Spirit comes upon the believers with wind and fire, enabling them to speak in other languages. Peter preaches to the gathered crowds, proclai...
8 min readAssembly Membership and Community Conduct
Moses establishes who may enter the LORD's assembly and provides laws for camp purity, runaway slaves, prostitution, usury, and vows.
4 min readSupporting Fellow Workers in Truth
John writes to his friend Gaius, commending his hospitality to traveling missionaries and contrasting his faithfulness with the divisive behavior of D...
6 min readReady for the Day of the Lord
Paul concludes his letter with teaching about Christ's sudden return, practical exhortations for community life, and a comprehensive blessing covering...
5 min readDarkness Is My Closest Friend
The darkest psalm in the Psalter, ending without resolution or hope. Heman the Ezrahite cries out from overwhelming suffering, feeling abandoned by Go...
6 min readThose Who Returned: Jerusalem's Post-Exilic Community
This chapter lists the families who returned from Babylonian exile and resettled in Jerusalem, with particular attention to the priests, Levites, and ...
4 min readThe Name of the LORD Is a Strong Tower
Proverbs 18 addresses isolation, speech, God as refuge, and the power and danger of the tongue—including the famous "death and life" proverb.
5 min readDavid and Jonathan's Covenant
Jonathan tests his father's intentions toward David, confirms Saul's murderous rage, and tearfully parts with David after renewing their covenant of e...
6 min readThe Tent of Meeting and God's Presence
After the golden calf disaster, the question becomes whether God will still dwell among His sinful people. Moses pitches a tent outside the camp where...
6 min readCleansing from Skin Diseases
Leviticus 14 describes the elaborate ritual for restoring healed individuals to the community. The ceremony involved sacrifices, washing, and ceremoni...
7 min readBlessed Is the One Who Considers the Poor
The final psalm of Book I pronounces blessing on those who care for the weak, describes betrayal by a close friend, and ends with confident praise.
5 min readExpel the Immoral Brother
Paul is shocked by the Corinthians' tolerance of sexual immorality among them. He commands them to expel the offender for his salvation and the church...
5 min readUnsolved Murder, Marriage, and Family Laws
Moses provides laws for unsolved murders, marriage to captive women, rights of firstborn sons, and handling rebellious children.
4 min readRegulations for Skin Diseases
Leviticus 13 provides detailed instructions for priests to diagnose and manage skin diseases (often translated "leprosy"). These regulations protected...
7 min readPunishments for Sin
Leviticus 20 specifies penalties for violations of the laws in chapters 18-19, particularly regarding Molek worship and sexual sins. The severe punish...
6 min readThe Sin Offering
Leviticus 4 introduces the sin offering (chatat), addressing unintentional sins that still require atonement. This chapter reveals that even unknowing...
6 min readI Was Glad When They Said to Me
Psalm 122 expresses the joy of pilgrimage to Jerusalem and fervent prayer for the peace and prosperity of God's holy city.
4 min readThe Covenant Confirmed
Israel formally ratifies the covenant with God through sacrifice, a sacred meal, and Moses' ascent into God's presence on Mount Sinai. This pivotal ch...
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