BFF's Old Testament reference to newly added articles, powerpoints, pdfs, etc. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net or store: http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Help/Store/Shop_BFF.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Help/Store/Intros/BFF-Biblical-OT-DVD.html Biblical Foundations for Freedom: Living Commentary Series clean en-us Paul J. Bucknell info@foundationsforfreedom.net Paul J. Bucknell Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:50:00 EST OT, Old Testament, BFF, itemize, DVD, Biblical, training, buy, purchase, store, resource, Bucknell, index, library BFF's Old Testament (OT) Biblical DVD for sale! Powerpoints, handouts, Bible studies, media-enriched studies, Living Commentary, audio/videos and more! A huge library that helps make the scriptures relevant to you and your congregation. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/Old_Testament_Topics.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/Old_Testament_Topics.html Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:00:00 EST Genesis, 14:1-24, provide, three, insights,closer, God , blessings, others, God's, importance,King, Melchizedek, Lot, Sodom, battle, Abram Genesis 14 provides three special insights into getting closer to God by observing God's blessings, Utlizing God's blessings for others and securing God's blessings. Special sections discuss God's blessings on us as well as the importance of King Melchizedek. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_00_Growth.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_00_Growth.html Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:10:00 EST God,specific, steps, grow, faith,Genesis 14,14:1-10, Observe , blessing, first step, purposes, Sodom, battle, fight, Abram, Cgedikainer God gives insight into three specific steps to growing our faith in Genesis 14. Genesis 14:1-10 Observe God’s Blessing Genesis 14:1-10 is the first step that highlights the two purposes for this mysteriously fact-driven passage. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_01_Observe.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_01_Observe.html Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:20:00 EST God , trains , us , how , blessed , faith, strengthened , affirm ,His, goodness. God ,giving ,opportunity , serve, plan, for, you, Abram, attack God firstly trains us by pointing out how He has so richly blessed us that our faith is strengthened and our hearts can affirm His goodness. God secondly trains us by giving us opportunity to serve Him. This is uniquely described here in Genesis 14:11-16 and integrated with those things that happen in our lives. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_04_Utilize.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_04_Utilize.html Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:30:00 EST Step #3, Genesis 14:17-24, renewal, blessed, resources, others, impossible , help, God, few, His, great, work, humbled, further blessed, strengthened, opportunity, express, appreciation Step #3, Genesis 14:17-24, is the part of renewal that comes full circle. After God has blessed us, we use those resources for others, no matter if they seem impossible to help. When we see God take our few resources to do His great work, we are humbled, further blessed, strengthened in faith and looking for an opportunity to express our appreciation. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_08_Secure.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_08_Secure.html Thu, 14 Jun 2012 08:40:00 EST High, Priest, Melchizedek, behind, scenes, Genesis, 14:18-20, see, how, Abram, won, battle, King, force The High Priest Melchizedek was operating behind the scenes. Genesis 14:18-20 opens the door so that we can see how Abram won the battle, and King Melchizedek was a key force. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_10_Melchizedek.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/11Abraham/Genesis14_10_Melchizedek.html Sun, 30 Mar 2008 10:00:00 EST Genesis 25:1-34 Our decisions are always important. Decisions leave a great impact on our lives. The problem is we minimize some of our decisions and do not carefully think about them in light of life’s priorities. In this section we will examine decisions of Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob and Esau. We will notice how what seemed to be an insignificant decision actually had great impact on each one of their lives. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/14JacobFaith/Genesis25_1-34_Right-Decisions.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/14JacobFaith/Genesis25_1-34_Right-Decisions.html Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:00:00 EST 'More Dreams, More Hopes, More Disappointment' on Genesis 40 is a handout for teaching youth on how to handle disappointment in general circumstances or even in situations where someone has treated them unfairly. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/16Joseph/Genesis40_Disappointment-Youth.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/16Joseph/Genesis40_Disappointment-Youth.html Sun, 8 Jun 2008 11:30:00 EST Genesis 42-47:12 discusses how to deal with disillusionment and disappointment through the many tragic situations Joseph, his brothers and Jacob found themselves in. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/Topics/Disciple/Scheduling/Scheduling_intro_S.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Genesis/16Joseph/Genesis42-47_1-Handling-Disillusionment.html Victorious Living in God's Promises: A full list of Joshua articles is connected here via this link. Joshua, Book of Joshua, index, articles, BFF Wed, 01 Jun 2011 06:00:00 EST Book of Joshua: A full list of articles can be found here. Part of the Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Feeds/Bible/OT/Joshua.xml http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Feeds/Bible/OT/Joshua.xml Victorious Living in God's Promises Joshua, Book of Joshua, Purpose, Introduction, Conquest, VICTORY, MOBILIZING, GOD'S PEOPLE, purposes, link, challenge, Caleb, faith, Israel, Mission,Spirit of God, Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:00:00 EST Book of Joshua: Introduction and Purpose of Joshua shows how God's good purposes can always be gloriously fulfilled when we faithfully trust and obey Him. Part of the Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Intro-Purpose.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Intro-Purpose.html Victorious Living in God's Promises Joshua, Geographical, Historical, Book of Joshua, Map, Introduction, summary, events, conquer, maps, train, Bible, Abraham, Isaac, Egypt, Genesis, Exodus, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Bible books, pdf Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:10:00 EST Book of Joshua: Historical and Geographical Map of Joshua introduces the main events leading up to the conquering of Canaan by Joshua starting with Abrahams call to Canaan. Part of the Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Historical_Map.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Historical_Map.html Victorious Living in God's Promises Joshua, Outline, Book of Joshua, God, Overview, Conquest, VICTORY, MOBILIZING, preaching, Joshua 1-5, Preparing, Joshua 6-12, Conquer, Joshua 13-24, Victorious, Living, Caleb, Purposes, Accountability, Mission, Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:20:00 EST Book of Joshua: Outlines, and Overview of Joshua provides a detailed overview of each major section of Joshua along with a topical outline and titles along the theme of "Mobilizing God's People for Victory" by Paul Bucknell. Preparing for Conquest (Joshua 1-5) Conquering the Land (Joshua 6-12) Dividing the Land (Joshua 13-24) http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Outline_Purpose.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Outline_Purpose.html Victorious Living in God's Promises Joshua, Geography, Old Testament, OT, Map, Palestine, Canaan, free, graphic, png, Girgashites, Hivites, Hittites, Amorites, Jebusites, Perizzites, Philistines, Ammonites, Edomites, Moabites Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:30:00 EST Book of Joshua: Introduction and Purpose of Joshua shows how God's good purposes can always be gloriously fulfilled when we faithfully trust and obey Him. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Palestine.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Joshua/Joshua00/Joshua00_Palestine.html Ecclesiastes, 9:12, Book of Ecclesiastes, commentary, Ecc, longevity, Robert Butler, fish, snare, caught, life, death, sudden, unaware, Christ, God Life Commentary on Ecclesiastes 9:12 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:00:00 EST How true Ecclesiastes 9:12 is! Life has its unexpected turns; we just do not know how when our lives will end. Robert is a surprising person to prove this. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes09-12_Unexpected.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes09-12_Unexpected.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST Free Bible study questions by Paul Bucknell on New Testament and Old Testament scripture passages. Reflection and application questions included. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/Bible-Study-Questions.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/Bible-Study-Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell Gain, Perspective, Deuteronomy, 2, 3, Living, Commentary, video, closed, open, door, Kadesh-Barnea, reflect, past, history, miracles, grace, Romans 11:22, severity This video (m4a) on chapters 2-3 of Deuteronomy retells God's great kindness. This podcast (m4a) on chapters 2-3 of Deuteronomy tells of God's extreme kind treatment to this second generation through the challenges and the precautions that they receive from the Lord. Christians can learn lots from these chapters. Those who think there is no hope for their lives will find hope here in the way patiently cares for His people. We all need to gain this perspective of life, maybe not for now but it will be needed at some vulnerable point in life. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut02-3_Podcast_Gaining-Perspective.html Deuteronomy Sat, 28 May 2011 07:22:00 EST no 00:50:44 Paul J. Bucknell Gain, Perspective, Deuteronomy, 2, 3, Living, Commentary, closed, open, door, Kadesh-Barnea, reflect, past, history, miracles, grace, Romans 11:22, severity Chapters 2-3 of Deuteronomy retells God's great kindness offering hope to every generation. Sun, 27 Apr 2008 10:22:00 EST Chapters 2-3 of Deuteronomy shows God's extreme kind treatment to this second generation through the challenges and the precautions that they receive from the Lord. Christians can learn lots from these chapters. Those who think there is no s for their lives will find hope here in the way patiently cares for His people. We all need to gain this perspective of life, maybe not for now but it will be needed at some vulnerable point in life. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut02-3_Gaining-Perspective.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut02-3_Gaining-Perspective.html Sun, 8 Jun 2008 08:00:00 EST Deuteronomy 5 shakes our basic suspicions of God by reminding us of man's inherent distrust of God's ways and God's relentless faithfulness in pursuing His people. This introduction to knowing God is the first of four parts. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Knowing-God_Introduction.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Knowing-God_Introduction.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy, 5, Know, God, commentary, call, blessing, follow, relationship, love, trust, introduction Part 1 of 4 of Deuteronomy 5 - Knowing God Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:30:00 EST Deuteronomy 5 shakes our basic suspicions of God by reminding us of man's inherent distrust of God's ways and God's relentless faithfulness in pursuing His people. This introduction to knowing God is the first of four parts. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Knowing-God_Introduction.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Knowing-God_Introduction.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy, 5, 5:1, 5:2, 5:3, 5:4, 5:5, calling, God, commentary, call, trust, old, covenant, new, Moses, Jesus, type Part 2 of 4 on Deuteronomy 5 Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:30:20 EST Deuteronomy 5:1-5 shakes our basic suspicions of God by reminding us of man's inherent distrust of God's ways and God's relentless faithfulness in pursuing His people through His persistent call for His people to join Him in His carefully designed covenant. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_God-call.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_God-call.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy, dt 5, 5, 16, 17, 18, 19 20, 21, God, commentary, call ,ten commandments, covenant, introduce, Yahweh, Jehovah, I am, tablet, worship, God, treat, others, prohibition, rights Part 3 of 4 on Deuteronomy 5 Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:30:30 EST Deuteronomy 5:6-21 shakes our basic suspicions of God by showing God's purpose for giving the Old Covenant as seen in the Ten Commandments. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Loving-standard.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Loving-standard.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy, dt, 5, 22,33, God, commentary, blessing, relationship, personal, Moses, Oh that they, commandments, reminder, Israelites, covenant, trust, friends, John 15:14-15 Part 3 of 4 on Deuteronomy 5 Sun, 08 Jun 2008 10:30:40 EST Deuteronomy 5:22-33 'Our Special Relationship' shows how God tenderly beckons us to return to Him and be blessed by Him by obeying His commands. This is the last of four parts. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Special-relationship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut05_Special-relationship.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy, 8:1-20, introduction, Dt., 8:2, 8:8, develop, strong, Christian, life, God, quick, remedy, remember, "You shall remember", solutions, "truth is harder to accept" Part 1 of 4 on Deuteronomy 8 - The Living Commentary Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:30:00 EST Deuteronomy 8:1-20's first of four Living Commentary's message shows how we in three ways develop a strong Christian life: A.) Embrace God’s good purposes, B.) Understand life’s experiences, and C.) Respond to our Lord’s dealings. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-0_Strong-lives.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-0_Strong-lives.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy 8:1-20, Dt., 8:1, 8:2, 8:3, 8:16, 8:18, study, doubt, tests, Christian, faith, God, good, purpose, experiences, involved, "That He might"" Part 2 of 4 on Deuteronomy 8 - The Living Commentary Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:30:10 EST Deuteronomy 8:1-20's 2nd of 4th Living Commentary's message 'Embrace God's good purposes' shows how we build up our faith and ward against doubt by remembering God's good purposes even in difficult times. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-1_Embrace-purpose.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-1_Embrace-purpose.html Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy 8:1-20 introduction, Dt., 8:3, need, crisis, Christian, life, care, blessing, appreciation, manna, experiences, spiritual, understanding, Hebrews 6:17-18, past, future, environmentalism Part 3 of 4 on Deuteronomy 8 - The Living Commentary Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:30:20 EST Deuteronomy 8:1-20's Living Commentary, page 3 of 4, shows the important place of understanding our life's experience in light of God's Word has in our spiritual development. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-2_Understand-life.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-2_Understand-life.html Deuteronomy, 8:1-20, respond, Dt., 8:1, 8:6, 8:11, 8:19-20, obedience, remember, Christian, ways, God, purposes, beware, humble, experiences, Lord, 8:2, 8:18, 8:14, 8:16 Part 4 of 4 on Deuteronomy 8 - The Living Commentary Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:30:30 EST Deuteronomy 8:1-20's Living Commentary, page 4 of 4, shows the importance of rightly responding to our Lord’s work in our lives. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-3_Respond-God.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut08-3_Respond-God.html pb@foundationsforfreedom.net (Paul J. Bucknell) Deuteronomy, 8, 1-20, introduction, Dt., 8:2, 8:8, develop, strong, Christian, life, God, quick, remedy, remember, "You shall remember", solutions, "truth is harder to accept" This podcast (m4a) on chapters 2-3 of Deuteronomy retells God's great kindness. This podcast (m4a) on chapters 8 of Deuteronomy shows three ways to develop strong Christian lives: A.) Embrace God’s good purposes, B.) Understand life’s experiences, and C.) Respond to our Lord’s dealings. Deuteronomy 8 allows us to discover three major things that help us develop strong Christian lives. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Podcasts/Bible/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deuteronomy08_Strong_Lives.m4a Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:30:30 EST no 00:50:26 Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society Deuteronomy 21:15-21's podcast on Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society reveals how good laws shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. Throughout the message you will gain a better understanding of how the Book of Deuteronomy is to be interpreted and the law, the old covenant, is a forerunner of the greater new covenant. Deuteronomy 21:15-21's podcast on Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society reveals how good laws shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. Our object in this message is first to help you see this connection between the blessings of life and God's presence, but also to show you how this specifically works out in our passage. God's presence is preserved by living in a way that honors Him. We need to obey His laws. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut21_Podcast.html Sun, 26 Oct 2008 11:30:00 EST 0:52:50 Deuteronomy, 21, Dt 21, Deut, Dt, 21:15-21, Reformation, 10 commandments, law, juvenile, delinquent, rebellous, child, son, inheritance, problem, divorce, wife, death, penalty, behavior, rate Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy pdf: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society Deuteronomy 21:15-21's podcast on Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society reveals how good laws shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. Throughout the message you will gain a better understanding of how the Book of Deuteronomy is to be interpreted and the law, the old covenant, is a forerunner of the greater new covenant. Deuteronomy 21:15-21's podcast on Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society reveals how good laws shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. Our object in this message is first to help you see this connection between the blessings of life and God's presence, but also to show you how this specifically works out in our passage. God's presence is preserved by living in a way that honors Him. We need to obey His laws. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/Article/Bible/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deuteronomy21_Reformation.pdf Sun, 26 Oct 2008 11:55:00 EST Deuteronomy, 21, Dt 21, Deut, Dt, 21:15-21, Reformation, 10 commandments, law, juvenile, delinquent, rebellous, child, son, inheritance, problem, divorce, wife, death, penalty, behavior, rate Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy 21:15-21 Part 1 of 3: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society Deuteronomy 21:15-21's Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society is the first of three Living Commentary's messages that reveal how good laws help shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. Deuteronomy 21:15-21's Reformation: Bringing long-lasting godly changes to our society is the first of three Living Commentary's messages that reveal how good laws help shape a society and that revival of heart is the first needed step to create those laws. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy//Deut21-0_Reformation.html Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:30:00 EST Deuteronomy, 21, Dt 21, Deut, Dt, 21:15-21, Reformation, 10 commandments, ten commandments, commandments, law, Purpose, deterioration, not Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy 21:15-21 Part 2 of 3: How should one properly handle inheritances in a dysfunctional family? Deuteronomy 21:15-17's Parental love is the second of three Living Commentary's messages that reveal how God's compassion and justice is seen in the way He shapes the Israelite society by rightly passing on inheritances. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut21_15-17_Parental-Love.html Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:40:00 EST Deuteronomy, Dt, Dt 21, Deut, Dt, 21:15-18, parental, love, two, wives, unloved, child, inheritance, problem, favoritism Paul J. Bucknell Deuteronomy 21:15-21 Part 3 of 3: What is the difference between rebellious children and juvenile deliquents? Deuteronomy 21:18-21's Rebellious Children is the last Living Commentary message on 'Reformation' that shows how God's law took care of the difficult situation of rebellious children (think: juvenile delinquent). Surprised how He did it? Learn why. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut21_18-21_Rebellious-Sons.html Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:50:00 EST Deuteronomy, 21, Dt 21, Deut, Dt, 21:18-21, juvenile, delinquent, delinquency, rate, deterence, death penalty, children, behavior, rebellion Paul J. Bucknell Reaching into our Pockets and Hearts A Deuteronomy 26 podcast that helps us think why we might keep the Lord out of our hearts and pockets. Would you? Deuteronomy 26 closes the third major section of Deuteronomy by calling us into His presence by guiding us through His commands into holiness. A Deuteronomy 26 podcast that helps us think why we might keep the Lord out of our hearts and pockets. Would you? Deuteronomy 26 closes the third major section of Deuteronomy by calling us into His presence by guiding us through His commands into holiness. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut26_Podcast.html Fri, 07 Oct 2011 10:00:00 EST 0:53:10 podcast, Deuteronomy, dt, 26, good, God, goodness, kindness, tithe, tithes, invites, closer, God, doubt, life, intimacy, priest, confess, kinds Paul J. Bucknell Reaching into our Hearts and Pockets Why would we keep the Lord out of our hearts and pockets? Would you? Deuteronomy 26 closes the third major section of Deuteronomy by calling us into His presence by guiding us through His commands into holiness. This is the first of four Living Commentary's messages on Deuteronomy 26 that question us why we are so little to trust God's open intent to kindly treat us. Why would we keep the Lord out of our hearts and pockets? Would you? Deuteronomy 26 closes the third major section of Deuteronomy by calling us into His presence by guiding us through His commands into holiness. This is the first of four Living Commentary's messages on Deuteronomy 26 that question us why we are so little to trust God's open intent to kindly treat us. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut26-01-19_Pockets.html Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:05:00 EST Deuteronomy, dt, 26, good, God is good, kindness, tithe, tithes, invites, closer, God, more fulfilled, life, intimacy, priest, confess Paul J. Bucknell Being Thankful Shapes our Affection for God (Dt 26:1-11) - Expository Preaching Deuteronomy 26:1-11 What great things has the Lord done in your lives? Do you remember? Being thankful is the first characteristic that God shapes into His people's lives by having them remember His wonderful grace to them in bringing them into the land. This is the second of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that draw us closer to God. Each of the three paragraphs of Deuteronomy 26 highlight a special way that God cultivated the best lives for the Israelites. They will not sound unfamiliar for they are the same that we read in the New Testament. We will discuss the first one in this article. Deuteronomy 26:1-11 What great things has the Lord done in your lives? Do you remember? Being thankful is the first characteristic that God shapes into His people's lives by having them remember His wonderful grace to them in bringing them into the land. This is the second of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that draw us closer to God. Each of the three paragraphs of Deuteronomy 26 highlight a special way that God cultivated the best lives for the Israelites. They will not sound unfamiliar for they are the same that we read in the New Testament. We will discuss the first one in this article. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut26-1-11_Thankful.html Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:10:00 EST Deuteronomy, dt, 26, good, remember, brought, land, offering, manna, priest, God, faithfulness, life, intimacy, historical revisionism, worship, 26:1, 26:11 Paul J. Bucknell Being Kind helps others in need (Deuteronomy 26:12-15) Deuteronomy 26:12-15 helps us understand how God blesses us by regular giving. Careful attention is given to the three kinds of tithes.This is the third of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that encourage us to be joyful in our giving. Deuteronomy 26:12-15 helps us understand how God blesses us by regular giving. Careful attention is given to the three kinds of tithes.This is the third of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that encourage us to be joyful in our giving. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut26-12-15_Kind.html Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:20:00 EST Deuteronomy, dt, 26, 12, 13, 14, 15, kind, tithe, tithes, Levitical, festival, God, give, money, triennial, priest, offer, state, proclaim, confess Paul J. Bucknell Being Committed determines the welfare of our lives (Dt 26:16-19) Deuteronomy 26:16-19 - Do we believe God's blessing is the best thing for our lives? If so, do we pursue His blessing or something else? This is the last of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that show how much God wants to bless us. Deuteronomy 26:16-19 - Do we believe God's blessing is the best thing for our lives? If so, do we pursue His blessing or something else? This is the last of four Living Commentary messages on Deuteronomy 26 that show how much God wants to bless us. If we believe His blessing is most important, then we will give as appropriate for His blessing is contingent upon our giving. God wants us to have a whole new attitude and this is reflected in this last section of Deuteronomy 26. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Pentateuch/Deuteronomy/Deut26-16-19_Committed.html Sun, 30 Nov 2008 10:30:00 EST Deuteronomy, dt, 26, 15, 16, 17, possession, committment, blessed to give, committed, tithes, blessing, closer, God, more fulfilled, life, intimacy, priest, careful, Paul J. Bucknell Judges 11:29-40, Judges, 11:29, Japhthah, daughter, sacrifice, woman, bear, children, dedication, commentary, martyr, commitment, human7 Giving when it hurts | The Living Commentary of Judges Wed, 01 Jun 2011 06:10:00 EST Devotional thoughts from Judges 11:29-40. God wants us to love Him with all our hearts, souls and minds. So why do we cringe when reading this story about Jephthah and his daughter? http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Judges/Judges11_Sacrifice.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Judges/Judges11_Sacrifice.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8,1,8, Compromise, request, King, Commentary, 1 Sam, son, children, disobedience, rejection, law, Deuteronomy 17 1 Samuel 8:1-8 - A. Rejection of the Lord |The Living Commentary Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:10:00 EST 1 Samuel 8 provides insight into why God’s people end up living in a less than ideal situation. They make a compromise thinking that they will gain what another promises them. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_01-8_Compromise.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_01-8_Compromise.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8,1,9, 18, Compromise, Lord, Response, King, Commentary, 1 Sam, take, demand, disobedience, consequences, burden 1 Samuel 8:9-18 - B. Consequences for One's Choices |The Living Commentary Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:20:00 EST Tough Consequences is the 2/3 study on 1 Samuel 8:1-22 which provides two things the Lord requested Samuel to do. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_09-18_Consequences.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_09-18_Consequences.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8,1,19, 22, Compromise, listen, not, Insist, King, Commentary, 1 Sam, disobedience, decision, response, request, God, distance 1 Samuel 8:19-22 -C. Insistent on One's Own Ways |The Living Commentary Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:30:00 EST Insistent on One's Own Ways is part 3 of 3 practical exposition on 1 Samuel 8:19-22 which shows the people's resolve to disobey God and God's resolve to allow His people to sink into a more difficult situation. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_19-22_Insistent.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_19-22_Insistent.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8,1,22, Bible study, questions, Bible, study, Compromise, King, Commentary, 1 Sam, demand, disobedience, decision, response, Deuteronomy 17 1 Samuel 8:1-22 -Bible Study Questions |The Living Commentary Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:40:00 EST Free Bible study questions for 1 Samuel 8 provides great insight into why God’s people end up living in a less than ideal situation. They make a compromise thinking that they will gain what another promises themå. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_Study-Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_Study-Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8, audio, mp3, podcast, request, king, Samuel, reject, Lord, compromise, compromising 1 Samuel 8:1-22 - Podcast |The Living Commentary Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:50:00 EST This mp3 audio podcast on An Extensive Summary of Romans 3:21 - 8 is the second of three parts summarizing the Book of Romans discussing both Romans 3:21-5 and 6-8. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_Podcast.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel08/1Samuel08_Podcast.html Deuteronomy no Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 9, calling, call, God, will, 1 Sam, Samuel, Saul, Benjamite, observations, unique, call, principles, design A. God’s Call for Saul to be King 1 Samuel 9:1-27 |The Living Commentary Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EST 1 Samuel 9 on God's Call for Saul to be King gives us insight on how God uniquely called Saul to be king. Much discussion is given on trying to understand a calling from God. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_1Calling.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_1Calling.html Paul J. Bucknell questions, God, calling, call, answers, God's calling, special, general, 1 Samuel, 9, 10, full-time, direction Questions and Answers on God's Calling |The Living Commentary Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:10:00 EST There are many questions about the confusing talk about God's calling. Here are some difficult questions and answers regarding God's calling. (1 Samuel 9) http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_2Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_2Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell confirmation, God, calling, call, inferiority, God's calling, inadequacy, signs, 1 Samuel, 10, full-time, direction, Sau, Samuel, prophets, B. God’s Confirmation for Saul to be King 1 Samuel 10| The Living Commentary Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:20:00 EST 1 Samuel 10 shows how God strategically uses Special use of common circumstances to build up the faith of someone He was calling into specific service. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_3Confirmation.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_3Confirmation.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 9, 10, Bible, study, questions, Bible study, calling, call, God, will, 1 Sam, Samuel, Saul, Benjamite, observations, unique, call, principles Bible Study Questions on 1 and 2 Samuel|The Living Commentary Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:20:00 EST Free Bible study questions for 1 Samuel 9-10 provides a great setting to further understand the calling of God. Do you understand God's calling or simply confused about it? We will first look at God’s call in 1 Samuel 9 and then God’s confirmation of this call in 1 Samuel 10. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_Study-Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09-10_Study-Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell mp3, podcast, 1 Samuel, 9, calling, call, God, will, 1 Sam, Samuel, Saul, Benjamite, observations, unique, call, principles, design Video Podcast explaing God's call or calling. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:50:00 EST This video of 1 Samuel 9-10 provides a great setting from which to further understand the calling of God. Do you understand God's calling or simply confused about it? http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09_Video-Podcast.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09_Video-Podcast.html 00:06:33 clean Paul J. Bucknell mp3, podcast, 1 Samuel, 9, calling, call, God, will, 1 Sam, Samuel, Saul, Benjamite, observations, unique, call, principles, design A. God’s Call for Saul to be King 1 Samuel 9:1-27 - Podcast |The Living Commentary Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:50:00 EST This mp3 study of 1 Samuel 9-10 provides a great setting from which to further understand the calling of God. Do you understand God's calling or simply confused about it? http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09_mp3Podcast.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel09-10/1Samuel09_mp3Podcast.html 00:49:41 clean Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, Compromise, disobedience, Commentary, 1 Sam, decision, sacrifice, obedience 1 Samuel 15 Introduction and Self-examination | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST 1 Samuel 15 on King Saul's Disobedience and Demise forms introduction (1/7) to 1 Samuel 15 including a self-examination quiz on one's spiritual life and reflection on whether King Saul was a genuine believer - part of The Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_00_Intro.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_00_Intro.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, Bible, study, questions, Bible study, compromise, decisions, outward, success, inner, responsibility, confession, temptation 1 Samuel 15:1-35 - Bible Study Questions | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:31:00 EST Free Bible study questions for 1 Samuel 15 which gives us great insight to how our sinful heart works and why we should not allow even small compromises into our lives. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_Study-Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_Study-Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 8, audio, mp3, podcast, request, king, Samuel, reject, Lord, compromise, compromising 1 Samuel 8:1-22 - Podcast |The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:32:00 EST This mp3 study of 1 Samuel 15 to observe how a little compromise can lead to the fall of a big man. Learn about how inner decay in the spiritual life leads to being burnt out. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_mp3Podcast.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_mp3Podcast.html 00:44:26 no Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, 1-3, Saul, decision, disobedience, Amalekites, temptation, command, historical, context, Exodus 17, Moses, forgive, God, vengeance 1 Samuel 15:1-3 A) The Crisis: Opportunity and Temptation | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:34:00 EST 1 Samuel 15:1-3 The Crisis: Opportunity and temptation is part 2/7 of the Living Commentary on 1 Samuel 15 which gives the background of Saul's important decision with the Amalekites and challenges us to reflect on seeing each decision that we make as signficant. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_01-3_Crisis.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_01-3_Crisis.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, Saul, tolerate, sin, compromise, Amalekites, battle, Kenites, 4-8, 9, fight, spare, inconsistency 1 Samuel 15:4-9 B) The Response: Tolerating a Little Sin | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:36:00 EST 1 Samuel 15:4-9 The Response: Tolerating a Little Sin is part 3/7 of the Living Commentary on 1 Samuel 15 which shows the great things Saul accomplished in that battle with the Amalekites in 15:4-8 and the compromises he made at the same time in 15:9. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_04-9_Response.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_04-9_Response.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, 10,11,12,13,14, Saul, Lord, disobedience, Samuel, regret, monument, self, Gilgal, I have, bleating, sheep, Amalekites, sacrifice 1 Samuel 15:10-15 C) The Test: Differing Opinions | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:37:00 EST 1 Samuel 15:10-15 The Test: Differing Opinions is part 4/7 of the Living Commentary on 1 Samuel 15 which reveals God's view of what King Saul did in contrast to Saul's own perspective. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_10-15_Test.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_10-15_Test.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, 16-23, Saul, Lord, king, Samuel, Amalek, devoted, destruction, witchcraft, divination, rebellion, Speak, mission, obey, obey the voice, I did 1 Samuel 15:16-23 The Excuse: Shifts Blame | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:38:00 EST 1 Samuel 15:16-23 The Excuse: Shifts Blame is part 5/7 of the Living Commentary on 1 Samuel 15 which shows how Samuel exposes King Saul of his error, unthankfulness and shifts blame off himself. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_16-23_Excuse.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_16-23_Excuse.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, 24-31, Saul, confession, disobedience, superficial, repent, sin, return, reconciliation, immutability, unchangeableness, God, change, external, inner 1 Samuel 15:24-31 E. The Confession: Reveals his Superficial Heart | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:39:00 EST 1 Samuel 15:24-31 The Confession: Reveals his Superficial Heart is part 6/7 of the Living Commentary on 1 Samuel 15 which shows how Saul did not repent but only gave two 'polite' confessions. Reflection on God's immutability is also included with reference to 1 Samuel 15:29. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_24-31_Confession.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_24-31_Confession.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 15, 32-35, Saul, Lord, regret, Samuel, foolish, decision, making, victory, good intention, sacrifice, God, part, relationship, man, Samuel 1 Samuel 15:32-35 F) The Future: Arrogance Perpetuates Problems | The Living Commentary Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:40:00 EST Commentary and notes on 1 Samuel 15 on King Saul's Disobedience and Demise which provides much inisght to how a small compromise leads to a life far from God - part of The Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_32-35_Future.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel15/1Samuel15_32-35_Future.html Paul J. Bucknell mp3, podcast, 1 Samuel, 18, friendship, jealousy, 1 Sam, Saul, David, friend, jealous, anger, fear, marriage, study, questions, outline David's Friendship and Saul's Jealousy 1 Samuel 18 - Podcast |The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 07:50:00 EST This mp3 study of 1 Samuel 18 shows the two extremes of a great friendship and a horrible relationship pulled apart by jealousy. Saul could have had a great relationship with his son-in-law but instead he allowed his jealousy to ruin his life and affect the spiritual life of Israel. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_mp3Podcast.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_mp3Podcast.html 00:43:56 clean Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 18, Saul, friendship, 18:1-4, 2,3, good, great, friend, David, Jonathan, attraction A. Deep Friendships (1 Samuel 18:1-4) | The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 07:55:00 EST 1 Samuel 18 reveals how jealousy leads to anger, delusion, murder and paranoia. King Saul is on stage here. Do not forget to take a look at what David was facing, however. David becomes a favorite of Saul to where he becomes his worst enemy. There is much to learn about enduring misunderstand, bitterness and jealousy from David, something many of us need to face at different times in our lives - part of The Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_01-4_Friendship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_01-4_Friendship.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 18, 5,6,7, Saul, jealousy, jealous, David, envy, problem, discontent, threatened, envious, anger, I Samuel B. Success Breeds Jealousy (1 Samuel 18:5-9) | The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:05:00 EST 1 Samuel 18:5-9 highlights the danger of not rightly dealing with jealous thoughts and how jealousy can destroy even the best of relationships. This is part 2 of 5 in 1 Samuel 18 in a mini-series called Great Friendship and Horrible Jealousy. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_05-7_Jealousy.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_05-7_Jealousy.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 18:8,9, 18:8-9, Jealousy, anger, angry, suspicion, Saul, David, thousands, spirit, jealous, kill, evil spirit, anger, rile, influence, spear, Mark 7:21-23 C) Jealousy Fosters Anger (1 Samuel 18: 8-9) | The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:10:00 EST 1 Samuel 18:8-9 takes the former section on jealous one step further. If jealousy is not immediately resolved, anger develops. Embedded in this anger is a great sense of hatred and delusion. This is part 3 of 5 in 1 Samuel 18's mini-series between Saul and David called Great Friendship and Horrible Jealousy. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_08-9_Anger.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_08-9_Anger.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 18, 10, 11, 12, 16, plot, Saul, King, David, I Samuel, accident, spear, jealousy, prophesy, rave, 18:10, kill, pin, jealousy, anger, paranoia D) “Whoops” Plot #1: Saul’s Two Pretend Accidents (1 Samuel 18:10-16) | The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:15:00 EST 1 Samuel 18:10-16 comprises the first of Saul's two plots to kill David. David's pure heart is seen through in the way he does not pursue the kingdom. Saul is desparately wrong about his thoughts about David. This is part 4 of 5 in 1 Samuel 18's mini-series between Saul and David called Great Friendship and Horrible Jealousy. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_10-16_Plot1.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_10-16_Plot1.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 18, marriage, Saul, David, Marab, Michal, Philistines, plot, kill, death, jealousy, son-in-law, 18:17-30, love, greedy, deceit, dowry, foreskins, throne, I Samuel E. “May I?” Plot #2: Saul’s Offers of Marriage (1 Samuel 18:17-30) | The Living Commentary Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:20:00 EST 1 Samuel 18:17-30 comprises the second of Saul's two plots to kill David. David's reluctance to marry proves both his innocence of desiring the throne as well as God's blessing. This is part 5 of 5 in 1 Samuel 18's mini-series between Saul and David called Great Friendship and Horrible Jealousy. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_17-30_Plot2.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel18/1Samuel18_17-30_Plot2.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 29, Saul, David, dilemma, grace, moral, difficult, times, Philistines, army, King Achish, 29:1, 29:3, 29:4, 29:5, 29:6, 29:11 A) Handling Moral Dilemmas (1 Samuel 29:1-11) - David and King Achish | The Living Commentary Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:45:00 EST 1 Samuel 29 presents a clear picture of God’s amazing grace on how God enabled David escape a terrible circumstance that he had got himself into with the Philistines and Israel. - part of The Living Commentary. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel29_Dilemmas.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel29_Dilemmas.html Paul J. Bucknell 1 Samuel, 30 giving up, feel like, feel, strengthen, oneself, self, in Lord, David, happened, accident, God, Amalekites, 30:5, 30:6, 30:7,30:9. 30:11, 30:20, 30:21, rewards B) Handling Difficult Testings (1 Samuel 30:1-31) | The Living Commentary Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:50:00 EST 1 Samuel shows us what to do when we feel like giving up! Ever feel like giving up? David did, but he learned how to strengthen himself in the Lord. The Lord in a wonderful way pulled David from a colossal mistake he had made that impacted many around him. - part of The Living Commentary. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel30_Testings.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel30_Testings.html Paul J. Bucknell mov, podcast, 1 Samuel, 129-30, David, audio, strengthen, self, testing, Lord, Achish, moral, dilemma Video Podcast explaining power to those who call on the Lord in Need. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:55:00 EST This audio podcast allows us to learn much of Christian life from David's example here in 1 Samuel 29-30 as well as through the whole books of 1 and 2 Samuel. In these chapters we learn how to strengthen oneself in the Lord. When we face trials, testings or even moral dilemmas, sometimes even because our own fault, we can strengthen ourselves in the Lord and find help in time of need. http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel29-30_mp3Podcast.html http://foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/1-2Samuel/1Samuel29-30/1Samuel29-30_mp3Podcast.html 00:50:36 clean Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, Nehemiah 1:4-11, prayer, change, world, confidence, faith, grieve, intercede, God, video, living, commentary Rebuilding Our Faith: How to pray prayers that changes the world! Nehemiah’s great leadership skills, gifting, skills and resources all had an important place, but they played a secondary part to his success. The major thing needed was prayer, a certain kind of prayer, prayers that change the world. Video on Nehemiah 1:4-11: Nehemiah’s great leadership skills that accomplished all that Nehemiah had done. His gifting, skills and resources all had an important place, of course, but they played a secondary part. The major thing needed was prayer, a certain kind of prayer, prayers that change the world. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah01_Prayers_Video.html Tue, 18 Jan 2011 07:22:00 EST 00:47:50 Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, Nehemiah 1:4-11, prayer, change, pray, world, confidence, faith, grieve, intercede, God, application, living, commentary Rebuilding Our Faith: How to pray prayers that changes the world! Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:32:00 EST It was not Nehemiah’s great leadership skills that accomplished all that Nehemiah had done. His gifting, skills and resources all had an important place, of course, but they played a secondary part. The major thing needed was prayer, a certain kind of prayer, prayers that change the world. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah01_04-11_Prayer.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah01_04-11_Prayer.html Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:1-38, Nehemiah 9, video, prayer, direction, commitment, warning, prepare, history, time, Israelites,strength, intersection, God, intervene, intersect, path, God's will, living, commentary Rebuilding Our Faith: Clarifying one's commitment to step closer to God. Strength and Direction for Life, a video exposition of Nehemiah 9:1-38, provides three key ways God prepares us for making right decisions in life so that we can follow and draw close to Him. Strength and Direction for Life, a video exposition of Nehemiah 9:1-38, provides three key ways God prepares us for making right decisions in life so that we can follow and draw close to Him. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_Video.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:22:00 EST 00:49:53 Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:1-38, Nehemiah 9, prayer, direction, commitment, warning, prepare, history, time, Israelites,strength, intersection, God, intervene, intersect, path, God's will, living, commentary Rebuilding Our Faith: Clarifying one's commitment to step closer to God. Strength and Direction for Life, an exposition of Nehemiah 9:1-38, provides three key ways God prepares us for making right decisions in life so that we can follow and draw close to Him. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_Guidance.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_Guidance.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:30:00 EST Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:5-8, Paths, Grace, scenes,describe, grace, exposition, affirm, how, God, works, individuals, wants, succeed, strength , glory, living, commentary Scene 1: God Works Through Individuals Intersecting Paths of Grace, the first of three scenes describing these paths of grace, is an exposition of Nehemiah 9:5-8 affirming how God works with us as individuals and wants each of us to succeed by His strength and for His glory. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_01-08_Intersections.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:40:00 EST Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:9-15, God, supplies, impossible, work, Israelite, history, intervention, marvelous, 9:9-10, cry, affliction, worship, resources, provide, needs, commentary Scene 2:God Supplies My Needs Intersecting Paths of Grace, the second of three scenes describing how God begins His powerful work in a person's life, is an exposition of Nehemiah 9:9-15. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_09-15_CryOut.htmlhttp://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_01-08_Intersections.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:50:00 EST Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:9-25, exposition, God, guides, life, my, gracious, work, powerful, provides, going, Israelites, wilderness, compassion, desires, wealth, riches, purpose, commentary Scene 3: God Guides My Life God Guides My Life, is an exposition of Nehemiah 9:19-25 and the third scene part of Intersecting Paths of Grace, describing how God provides His powerful and gracious work in a person's life. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_19-25_Help.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 08:00:00 EST Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:16-18, Handling, Our, Failures, exposition,26-31, remind, purpose, warnings,discourage,failure, show, God, knows,make, right, decisions, commentary Part 2 of 3 of Strength and Direction for Life Handling Our Failures, an exposition of Nehemiah 9:16-18 and 26-31, reminds us the purpose of warnings is not to discourage us into more failure but to show us that God knows we can make the right decisions. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_26-31_Warnings.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 08:10:00 EST Paul J. Bucknell Nehemiah, 9:32-38, Commitment,God’s, Will, exposition ,history, failures,step, closer, Lord, Direction,Lives private, group, sins, past, honestly, openly, changes, commentary Part 3 of 3 of Strength and Direction for Life Commitment to God’s Will, an exposition of Nehemiah 9:32-38, highlights how we can arise out of a history of failures and step closer to the Lord. This is the last of a series on Strength and Direction for Our Lives from Nehemiah 9:1-38. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Historical/Nehemiah/Nehemiah09_32-38_Preparations.html Mon, 17 Jan 2011 08:20:00 EST Psalm 8:1-9, Psalm, 8, Bible, study, free, questions, 8:1, 8:2, 8:3, 8:4, 8:5, 8:6, 8:7, 8:8, self-esteem, glory, God, Mon, 04 Oct 2010 09:31:00 EST Basic and advanced study questions for Psalm 8 helps us understand the glory of God and examine modern man's concept of low self-esteem. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm008Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm008Questions.html Psalm 8:1-9, Glory of God, Self-esteem, Self-esteem Movement, Bridge bridges, Judgment Day, earth, Psalm 2:3, bored, deeper meaning, fulfillment, self, esteem, evolution, atheistic, Acts 2:22-24, self-confidence, Matthew 21:15-16, honor Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:31:00 EST Psalm 8 enables us to experience the glory of God and examine the Self-esteem movement. In order to appreciate and live for God's glory, we must make room by eliminating the wrong notions associated with the self-esteem movement. Psalm 8 features 3 arguments of man's fraility against God's glory. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm008_1_9.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm008_1_9.html Paul J. Bucknell imagery, poetic, Psalm, 19, journey, close, God, study, path, David, sun, sunrise, sunset, rock, redeemer, introduction Using Imagery in Psalm 19 to help one understand Psalm 19 and imagery in the Old Testament |The Living Commentary Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:00:00 EST Psalm 19: Journeying Closer to God With a Study in Imagery is part 1/3 which provides a special view of Psalm 19 with the theme of Journeying Closer to God through the study of imagery. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_1_Imagery.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_1_Imagery.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalm, 19, 1, 2, 4, 3, 5, 6, Works, works of God, meaning, life, heavens, revelation, general, communicate, secularism, creation, space, God, 19:1, Psalm 19 A Biblical Exposition of Psalm 19:1-6, The Works of God, with practical application | The Living Commentary Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:10:00 EST Psalm 19:1-6 The Works of God is part 2/3 of Journeying Closer to God With a Study in Imagery which provides Biblical exposition of Psalm 19:1-6 with emphasis on the study of imagery and application. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_2_Works.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_2_Works.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalm, 19, Journey, God, Study, Imagery, Biblical, exposition, 19:7-12, Word of God, God's Word, impacts, lives, projects, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, spiritual A Biblical Exposition of Psalm 19:7-12, The Word of God, with practical application | The Living Commentary Wed, 26 Aug 2009 15:20:00 EST Psalm 19:7-12 The Word of God is part 3/3 of Journeying Closer to God With a Study in Imagery and is a Biblical exposition of Psalm 19:7-12. Many ways God's Word impacts our lives is taught. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_3_Word.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm019_Imagery/Psalm019_3_Word.html Psalm 63, Prayer, David,  Study, Questions, Study Questions, Prayer, Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:1b, Psalm 63:2, Psalm 63:3-5, Psalm 63:6-8, Psalm 63:9-11 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:31:00 EST Free Bible study questions for Psalm 63:1-11 on the six aspects to godly prayers. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm063.1-11/Psalm063_1_11_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm063.1-11/Psalm063_1_11_Questions.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalm, 89, Learn, How, read, Old Testament, Psalms, ps, OT, study, problems, devotional, outline, how to Learning How to Effectively Read the Old Testament Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST Psalm 89: Learning to Effectively Study the Old Testament Psalms uses a study of Psalm 89 to highlight different study methods.In this first study, we ask the question is it important to read the Old Testament and briefly introduce Inductive Bible Study methods. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_1-OT.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_1-OT.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalms, 89, Learn, How, read, Old Testament, Psalm, ps, study, problems, devotional, outline, introduction, style, meaningful Learning How to Effectively Study the Psalms Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:10:00 EST Psalm 89: Learning to Effectively Study the Old Testament Psalms , part 2 of 4, highlights different aspects of effectively studying the Psalms with a special focus on Psalm 89. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_2-Psalms.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_2-Psalms.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalm, 89, short, Learn, How, read, Who, What, Why, Psalm, Ethan, study, read, devotional, outline, introduction, style, meaningful, I, limited, Ezrahite, problems, 89:15, 89:16, 89:5-11 Using Psalm 89 to learn how to study a Psalm only with a short amount of time. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:20:00 EST This short study of Psalm 89, part 3 of 4 of Learning How to Study the Old Testament Psalms, helps a person learn how to profitably study a Psalm when one only has a shorter amount of time by providing certain skills and advice. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_3-Psalm89_Short.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_3-Psalm89_Short.html Paul J. Bucknell Psalms, 89, short, Learn, How, read, Psalm, 89:1-4, 89:5-10, study, read, outline, introduction, 89:11-18, 89:19-29, meaningful, 89:30-37, 89:38-45, 89:46-48, 89:49-51, How long, Where, Using Psalm 89 to learn how to do an in depth study of a Psalm. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:30:00 EST This long study of Psalm 89, part 4 of 4 of Learning How to Study the Old Testament Psalms, helps a person learn how to profitably study a Psalm when one has more time in which to find the Psalm's own theme. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_4_Psalm89_Long.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Psalms/Psalm089/Psalm089_4_Psalm89_Long.html Understanding the Book of Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes, commentary, Book of Ecclesiastes, Pleasure, purpose, design, observation, Commentary, Living Commentary, kingdom of God, secular society, modern world, commentary on ecclesiastes, Ec, Ecc, Preacher, Solomon, author, chart Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:00:00 EST The Book of Ecclesiastes: Introduction and Purpose reveals the purpose and design of the Book of Ecclesiastes. Diagram on Ecclesiastes is included. Part of The Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes00_Design-Purpose.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes00_Design-Purpose.html A Self-explanative outline for Ecclesiastes Ecclesiastes, outline, Book of Ecclesiastes, commentary, purpose, Commentary, Living Commentary, secular society, commentary on ecclesiastes, Ec, Ecc, Secular, Life, Meaningless, Significance, Meaning in life, Summary Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:10:00 EST An outline of the Book of Ecclesiastes is not easily developed. Solomon did not chiefly persuade his audience by a simple progression of logical thoughts but instead utilized an overlapping of descriptions that conjured up different feelings and questions about life. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes00_Outline.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes00_Outline.html Ecclesiastes, 1:1-11, Bible, Study, Questions, Meaning, Life, Meaningless, World, bible study, meaning of life, 1:2, 1:3, 1:4, 1:5, 1:6, 1:7, 1:8, 1:9, 1:10, ECC, Ec Bible Study on Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 10:00:00 EST Bible Study Questions on the Book of Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 titled 'The Meaning of Life in a Meaningless World.' Introduces the Book of Ecclesiastes. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes01_1-11_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes01_1-11_Questions.html Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, ec, ecc, Commentary, Pleasure, Bible Study, Questions, Bible, Study, Ecclesiastes 2, pleasure, amusement, success, life Bible Study on Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:20:00 EST Bible Study Questions on Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 is part 4 of 4 on a study of The Pursuit of Pleasure, prompting us to seriously reflect on the Biblical passage and the place of pleasure, amusement and success in life. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes02.1-11_Study_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes02.1-11_Study_Questions.html Ecclesiastes, 4:4-5:7, Bible, Study, Questions, balanced, Life, 4:7, 4:13, 5:1, fulfilled, bible study, relationships, 4:6, 4:8, 4:9, 4:10, 4:11, 4:12, 5:2 Bible Study on Ecclesiastes 4:4-5:7 - The Living Commentary Sat, 07 Mar 2009 10:30:10 EST Bible Study Questions on the Book of Ecclesiastes 4:4-5:7 - 'Avoiding Extremes: Finding the Balanced Life' helps decipher influences from within and without that push us to dangerous extremes of life and steer us into a fulfilled life of balance. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes04-4_5-7_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes04-4_5-7_Questions.html Ecclesiastes, 5:8-20, 5:9, 5:10, contentment, Ec, Bible, Study, Questions, wealth, money, discontent, bible study, love for money, 5:18, 5:19, 5:20, 5:11, 5:12, 5:13, 5:14, 5:15, 5:16, 5:17 Bible Study on Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 - The Living Commentary Sat, 28 Mar 2009 21:30:10 EST Bible Study Questions on the Book of Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 - 'Discovering the Power of Contentment and the Danger of Discontentment' reveals the way discontentment prevents a person from finding the contentment and happiness that the Lord would want them to have. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes05-8_20_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes05-8_20_Questions.html Ecclesiastes, 9, 10 life, experiences, Bible, Study, Questions, ethic, bible study,10:1-7,foolish, 9:13-18, wisdom, introduction, 10:8-20, difficulty, life Bible Study on Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:20 including brief summaries - The Living Commentary Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:30:10 EST Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:20: Living Wisely in an Insane World is a Bible study with questions to help understand and apply the text. 3 Studies: A) The Value of Wisdom (Ecclesiastes 9:13-18) B) The Impact of Foolishness (Ecclesiastes 10:1-7) C) The Difficulty of Life (Ecclesiastes 10:8-20). http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes09_13-10_20_Study-Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Poetical/Ecclesiastes/Ecclesiastes09_13-10_20_Study-Questions.html Expository message on Isaiah 9:1-7 about The Glory of God's King Isaiah, Book of Isaiah, 9:1-7, glory, king,Jesus, hope, light,darkness, dark Tue, 11 Dec 2012 16:57:00 EST The themes of darkness and light are again contrasted embellishing the powerful allusions to the coming changes Jesus Christ will have in His kingdom on earth. Throughout Isaiah 9:1-7 we see promises of changes that bring inspiration and joy to our lives. Here we also are challenged by the powerful names of the Messiah revealed to us. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah09.6-7_Names.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah09.6-7_Names.html Outlines the three stages of discipleship describing what is supposed to take place at each level. discipleship, Isaiah 40:1-5, Heart, God's plan, goals, justifies, sanctifies, glorifies, JOURNEY, sanctification, assurance, Heart, clear the way Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:30:00 EST Isaiah 40:1-5 'Understanding the Heart of Discipleship' draws our heart to the means God shapes His disciples' hearts. We can be more effective for Him.The more we understand God's plan,the easier and quicker it is to make progress. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-5_Discipleship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-5_Discipleship.html Outlines the first stages of discipleship where God begins to work in a person's life unto salvation. DISCIPLESHIP, Isaiah 40:1-2, Heart, God's plan, goals, justifies, comfort, righteous, justification, declares, covenant, people, cross, salvation Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:40:00 EST Isaiah 40:1-2, The True Comfort, is the first of three points to view the journey of discipleship that our LORD takes His people on in Isaiah 40:1-5. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-2_Discipleship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-2_Discipleship.html Outlines the second of three stages of discipleship describing the big challenges of living of faith. DISCIPLESHIP, Isaiah 40:3-4, sanctifies, journey, sanctification, Heart, clear the way, pride, self-confidence, faith, voice is calling, lifted up, made low, project Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:50:00 EST Isaiah 40:3-4, An Empty Room, is the second of three points to view the journey of discipleship that our LORD takes His people on in Isaiah 40:1-5. God's purpose is to make room for Himself in our lives. He does this through lifting the valleys and lowering the mountains. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-3-4_Discipleship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-3-4_Discipleship.html Outlines the last of three stages of discipleship describing how the mature believer increasingly lives for God's glory. DISCIPLESHIP, Isaiah 40:5, glorifies, JOURNEY OF DISCIPLESHIP, smooth, glory, refine, Lord, faith, road, faith, deny, humble, eyes of the Lord Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:52:00 EST Isaiah 40:5, The Lord's Glory, is the last of three points in the journey of discipleship that our LORD takes His people on in Isaiah 40:1-5. God only receives glory when His work is made manifest in our lives. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.5_Discipleship.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.5_Discipleship.html Outlines the three stages of discipleship describing what is supposed to take place at each level. Bible, study, questions, Isaiah 40:1-5, Bible Study, Isaiah 40:3-4, Isaiah 40:1-2 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 10:57:00 EST Understanding the Heart of Discipleship' has 3 sections of Bible Study Questions Isaiah 40:1-2, 40:3-4, 40:5 http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-5_Discipleship_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah40.1-5_Discipleship_Questions.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Isaiah 11:1-5, Spirit of God, lives, drawing close, Christian life, Holy Spirit, Christian walk, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 11:2, Isaiah 11:3-5, God's presence, LORD, study questions, bear furit, John 15 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:00:00 EST This study on Isaiah 11:1-5 makes us more conscious of God’s will and increasingly dependent upon the Holy Spirit in all that we do. Negatively speaking, we are learning how to avoid the way secularism detracts us from living Christ-filled lives. – Isaiah Living Commentary http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1-5_SpiritDepend.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1-5_SpiritDepend.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Christian life, shoot, Jesse, branch, Isaiah 11:1, bear, fruit, John 15:1-5, holy, ones, saints, Messianic Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:05:00 EST The Life of the Christian from Isaiah 11:1 shows us the promise and power of the Messiah, the descendant of Jesse. This also reminds us of our roots in Christ and not the church itself. Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1_Life.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1_Life.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Spirit of God, lives, drawing close, Christian life, Holy Spirit, Christian walk, Isaiah 11:2, Isaiah Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Strength, Knowledge, Fear of the LORD, fruit of Spirit Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:10:00 EST A Christ-filled believer is a Spirit-filled believer! Learn not only what it meant for Christ to be filled with the Spirit of God but also for the believer from this study on Isaiah 11:2, part of the Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.2_Spirit.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.2_Spirit.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Isaiah 11:3-5, Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Isaiah 11:1-5, Spirit of God, lives, drawing close, Christian life, Holy Spirit, Christian walk, God's presence, Fear of the LORD Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:15:00 EST Four qualities of the Messiah are presented here in Isaiah 11:3-5 which should also characterize those who are filled with the Spirit of God. Part of the Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.3-5_Justice.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.3-5_Justice.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Isaiah 11:1-5, Spirit of God, lives, drawing close, Christian life, Holy Spirit, Christian walk, Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 11:2, Isaiah 11:3-5, God's presence, LORD, study questions, bear furit, John 15 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:20:00 EST Bible Study Questions for Isaiah 11:1 provide insight into the person of the Messiah and the promises associated with Him and how He will bear fruit, part of the Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.1_Questions.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Bible, study, questions, transformation, Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Isaiah 11:2, Spirit of God, lives, counsel, wisdom, understanding, fear of the Lord, study questions Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:25:00 EST Bible Study Questions for Isaiah 11:2 give us a wonderful picture of what it means to be Spirit-filled, part of the Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.2_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.2_Questions.html The Living Commentary of Isaiah Bible, study, questions, transformation, Spirit-filled, Spirit's work, Isaiah 11:1-5, Spirit of God, lives, Isaiah 11:3-5, God's fear of the LORD, study questions, 11:4 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 10:30:00 EST Bible Study Questions for Isaiah 11:3-5 show us how the Holy Spirit impacted Jesus the Messiah and gives us a glimpse on how the Spirit of God likewise will work in those that closely follow Him, part of the Isaiah Living Commentary. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.3-5_Questions.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Isaiah/Isaiah11.3-5_Questions.html Haggai, prophet, Book of Haggai, temple, REBUILD, chronology, dates, index, purpose, outline Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:41:00 EST Haggai Overview provides Haggai's Chronology chart, Outline, Purpose, Design and date chart. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai00.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai00.html Haggai, Questions, Bible Study, chapter, 1, Haggai 1:1-11, Israelite, Study Questions, 1:1-11, Book of Haggai Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:31:00 EST Haggai 1:1-11 Bible Study Questions has both Basic Questions and Advanced Questions on Haggai 1:1-11. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions01.01_11.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions01.01_11.html Haggai, Questions, Bible Study, chapter, 1, 2, Haggai 1:12-2:9, Israelite, Study Questions, 1:12-2:9, Book of Haggai Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:31:10 EST Haggai 1:12-2:9 Bible Study Questions has both Basic Questions and Advanced Questions on Haggai 1:12-2:9. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions01.12_2.9.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions01.12_2.9.html Haggai, 2:10-23, Questions, Bible Study, Study, 2:18, 2:19, 2:20, 2:21, 2:22, 2:23, Israelite, holy, temple, touching, flesh, Christ, cross, blessings, king Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:31:20 EST Haggai 2:10-23 Bible Study Questions has both Basic Questions and Advanced Questions on Haggai 2:10-23. http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions02.10_2.23.html http://www.foundationsforfreedom.net/References/OT/Prophets/Haggai/Haggai_Questions02.10_2.23.html