Monthly Archives: March 2020

JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE BIBLE We used to hear Israel Houghton sing this song that he wrote when we attended Lakewood Church in Houston, TX: “Jesus at the Center of it All.” We often look for the center … Continue reading →

NEW TESTAMENT CONTEXTUAL COMMENTARY by Dr. Robert R. Seyda PAUL’S LETTER TO THE GALATIAN CHURCHES CHAPTER FIVE (Lesson LI) The woman’s accusers were stunned. The Law never raised such a question. But the Anointed One brings in power and comprehensiveness … Continue reading →

NEW TESTAMENT CONTEXTUAL COMMENTARY by Dr. Robert R. Seyda PAUL’S LETTER TO THE GALATIAN CHURCHES CHAPTER FIVE (Lesson L) I like the way Charles Spurgeon (1834-1892) renders this verse: “God grant us grace to stay in grace! God grant us … Continue reading →

NEW TESTAMENT CONTEXTUAL COMMENTARY by Dr. Robert R. Seyda PAUL’S LETTER TO THE GALATIAN CHURCHES CHAPTER FIVE (Lesson XLIX) Martin Luther’s concept of freedom is our conscience. This is borne out in his expanded rendition of this verse. It reads: … Continue reading →

NEW TESTAMENT CONTEXTUAL COMMENTARY by Dr. Robert R. Seyda PAUL’S LETTER TO THE GALATIAN CHURCHES CHAPTER FIVE (Lesson XLVIII) Early church theologian, Origen (184-253 AD), proposes that there are certain sins, however, which do not proceed from external forces but … Continue reading →

NEW TESTAMENT CONTEXTUAL COMMENTARY by Dr. Robert R. Seyda PAUL’S LETTER TO THE GALATIAN CHURCHES CHAPTER FIVE (Lesson XLVII) 03/16/20 5:1 Listen to me, the Messiah came for freedom’s sake, that’s why He liberated you. So, don’t let these people … Continue reading →

As we have all learned, as virtues go, patience is a quiet one. It’s often exhibited behind closed doors, not on a public stage: A father telling a third bedtime story to his son, a dancer waiting for her injury … Continue reading →

A PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS While I was growing up, when you spotted someone who seemed to be deep in thought, it was customary to say to them, “A penny for your thoughts.” But what’s a penny really worth. One … Continue reading →

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT FOR OUR STUDY IN GALATIANS CHAPTER FIVE Paul will now apply practically what he has taught doctrinally. The Bible gives us doctrine (teaching), but is also profitable for criticism, for correction, for coaching in righteousness (2 … Continue reading →

THE CONTEXTUAL NEW TESTAMENT COMMENTARY By Dr. Robert R. Seyda Introduction to Chapter Five Paul’s Letter to the Congregations in Galatia We have finished chapter four of Galatians, now we are ready to start our fantastic journey through chapter five. … Continue reading →