Category Archives: Commentary

James 1

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Reality of Faith Proved in Trials and Temptations James 1   James 1. In the first chapter of James we have the reality of the believer’s faith “proved” (v.3) in trials and temptations. First of all, note that James uses the word translated “temptations” in two different ways in this chapter. In […]

Titus 3

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk    Behavior Before the World & Conclusion Titus 3   Titus 3. In this final chapter of the epistle to Titus, Paul lays down the behavior that should characterize the believer as a testimony here in this world. We have our conduct in our private relationships (ch.2), but we also have our conduct in […]

Titus 2

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk    Behavior in Our Individual Stations in Life Titus 2   Titus 2. This chapter is characterized by what we have in v.1; “the things that become sound teaching”. The first half of the chapter presents the practical instructions for believers in their individual stations in life, such that the conduct of the saints would “adorn […]

Titus 1

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk    The Need for Order and Good Behavior Titus 1   Titus 1. In this first chapter we have first the introduction or salutation, followed by a description of Titus’ mission in Crete, which was to set things in order, and ordain elders. Titus is given a list of qualifications that an overseer must […]

Exodus 34

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   Second Giving of the Law Exodus 34   Exodus 34. In this chapter we have the second giving of the law. Previously we had the law given in Exodus 20 – 23, then the instructions for the tabernacle. Afterwards Moses came down from the mountain and found Israel committing the sin of the […]

Exodus 40

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Tabernacle Set Up Exodus 40     ContentsErection of the Tabernacle (40:1-33)Dedication of the Tabernacle (40:34-38) Erection of the Tabernacle (40:1-33) CHAPTER 40 1 And Jehovah spoke to Moses, saying, 2 On the day of the first month, on the first of the month, shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. 3 And […]

Exodus 36 – 39

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Progress of the Work Exodus 36 – 39     ContentsThe Work Begins (36:1-7)Progress of the Work (36:8 – 39:31)The Completed Work and Moses’ Blessing (39:32-43) The Work Begins (36:1-7) CHAPTER 36 1 Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every man that was wise-hearted, in whom Jehovah had put wisdom and understanding to […]

Exodus 33

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   Moses’ Intercession Exodus 33   Exodus 33. This is one of the most intriguing chapters in the word of God. It follows the chapter that recounts the sin of Israel making and worshiping the golden calf, which was the characteristic sin of the nation of Israel. “But where sin abounded, grace did much more […]

Exodus 30 – 31

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   Remaining Provisions for the Tabernacle Exodus 30 – 31   Exodus 30 – 31. The altar of incense, or the golden altar,      ContentsAltar of Incense: the Intercession of Christ (30:1-10)Census Tax (30:11-16)Laver: Purification for Communion (30:17-21)Anointing Oil and Incense: the graces and sweetness of Christ (30:22-38)Appointment of Craftsmen (31:1-11)Observance of Sabbath […]

Exodus 29

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Consecration of the Priests Exodus 29     ContentsConsecration of the Priests (29:1-28)Washed with Water: Sanctification (vv.1-4)Anointed with Oil: Sealing of the Spirit (vv.5-7)The Ram for a Burnt Offering: Propitiation (vv.8-18)The Ram of Consecration (vv.19-21)The Wave Offering (vv.22-28)Details of the Consecration Ceremony (vv.29-35)The Continual Burnt-Offering (29:36-46) Consecration of the Priests (29:1-28) Washed […]

Exodus 28

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Garments of the Priests Exodus 28   Exodus 28. In the preceding chapters we have had the tabernacle and its furnishings described in striking detail. Next we have the description of the garments of the priests, and their consecration, and afterward the details of the tabernacle resume. Why this change? Why bring […]

Exodus 27

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Brazen Altar and The Courtyard Exodus 27   Exodus 27. Having described the tabernacle, its construction and coverings (ch.26), its vessels of gold for the holy place and the holy of holies (ch.25), we now get the outer courtyard of the tabernacle, with its principal vessel: the brazen or copper altar. It […]

Exodus 26

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Construction of the Tabernacle Exodus 26    Exodus 26. Having described the golden vessels of the sanctuary, this chapter looks at the coverings and structure of the tabernacle. The tabernacle as a whole is a type of Christ as the dwelling place of God (John 14:10; John 2:21).     ContentsLinen Curtains […]

Exodus 21 – 23

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk    The Details of the Law Exodus 21 – 23   Exodus 21 – 23. Here we have the “judgments” that accompany the ten commandments. If ch.20 gives the basics of the law, then ch.21-23 gives the details. These judgments cover a wide variety of relationships and circumstances that Israelites would find themselves in, […]

Exodus 20

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Basics of the Law Exodus 20   Exodus 20. In this chapter God begins to give to Moses the terms of the Old Covenant, starting with the decalogue, or ‘ten commandments’. In the three chapters that follow he gives the judgments that accompany the ten commandments. In chapter 24, after hearing all […]

Exodus 24

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Ratification of the Covenant Exodus 24     ContentsRatification of the Covenant (Exodus 24:1-8)The Leaders With God on the Mountain (24:9-11)Moses With Jehovah on the Mountain (24:12-18) Ratification of the Covenant (Exodus 24:1-8) CHAPTER 24 ¶ 1 And he said to Moses, Go up to Jehovah, thou and Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, […]

Exodus 17

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Waters of Meribah and The War With Amalek Exodus 17   Rephidim. The account in Exodus passes over the encampments at Dophkah and Alush, and now we come to the tenth encampment, Rephidim. There are two challenges in this chapter that Israel faced, and two provisions from the Lord to meet those […]

Exodus 16

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   The Manna Exodus 16   Exodus 16. In this chapter we have the lessons of the seventh encampment: the Wilderness of Sin (Num. 33). Here we have a difficult trial, Israel’s failure, and then the wonderful way that the Lord meets a fundamental need for His people. We have a type of the […]

Exodus 18

Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk   Jethro and Israel’s Administration Exodus 18   Exodus 18. In this chapter we have a unique set of circumstances, and there is typical significance to it. In chapter 16 we have the manna, which speaks of Christ in incarnation; Christ come down to earth as a man (John 6). In chapter 17 we […]