Author: Pastor Kevin McGuire
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PHILIPPIANS 2
Philippians 2 and verse 1 reads. Phi.2:1] If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies,[2] Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. As of the many membered… Read more
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PHILIPPIANS 3
Let’s keep it rolling with Phi.3 and verse 1 reads. Phi.3:1] Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. He’s saying it is a labor of love to bring to you God’s word. Phi.3:2] Beware of dogs,… Read more
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PHILIPPIANS 4
Today we finish the book of Philippians. Let’s get started, Phi.4 and verse 1 reads. Phi.4:1] Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved. Put that gospel armor on and stand for the Lord. Phi.4:2] I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that… Read more
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The Four Winds
We recently studied Ezekiel 37 “The Valley of the Dry Bones”. This chapter of Ezekiel is one of only three places we can find the Four Winds written. They’re called the sevens, Rev. 7, Dan. 7 and in Eze. 37. These four winds come from the four directions surrounding Jerusalem, North, South, East and West.… Read more
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COLOSSIANS 1
Colossians, written between 59-62 AD. Timothy being the scribe for Paul, Chapter 1 and verse 1 reads. Col.1:1] Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother,[2] To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father… Read more
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COLOSSIANS 2
Colossians 2 and verse 1 reads. Col.2:1] For I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh; Let’s look at this church in Laodicea. Revelations 2:14 and it reads. Rev.2:14] But I have a… Read more
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COLOSSIANS 3
Colossians 3 and verse 1 reads. Col.3:1] If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. The right hand is the Power of God, seek him and pray to him, this is why he rent that vail. Col.3:2] Set your affection… Read more
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COLOSSIANS 4
We finish Colossians today, Colossians 4 and verse 1 reads. Col.4:1] Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. Never lord over another without love. An evil and an abusive master will deal with an angry God. Col.4:2] Continue in prayer, and watch… Read more
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Woe
Today we will study the significance of Woe, a dire warning from the LORD. First, we will study the Hebrew words; H1945 hôwy, (akin to H188). H188 ʼôwy, passionate cry of grief or despair, a lamentation. A lamentation means a “Sad song”. So many places to go to but for sake of time I’ll keep this… Read more
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1 THESSALONIANS 1
1Thessalonians 1 and verse 1 reads. 1Thes.1:1] Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. Giving here the Godhead, the Father and the Son, in… Read more
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1 THESSALONIANS 2
1Thessalonians 2 and verse 1 reads. 1Thes.2:1] For yourselves, brethren, know our entrance in unto you, that it was not in vain:[2] But even after that we had suffered before, and were shamefully entreated, as ye know, at Philippi, we were bold in our God to speak unto you the gospel of God with much… Read more
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1 THESSALONIANS 3
1Thes.3:1] Wherefore when we could no longer forbear, we thought it good to be left at Athens alone; Sent the Hebrews out of Greece, for their protection. 1Thes.3:2] And sent Timotheus, our brother, and minister of God, and our fellowlabourer in the gospel of Christ, to establish you, and to comfort you concerning your faith:… Read more
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1 THESSALONIANS 4
Important study today, we will go verse by verse and get the LORD’s word and not trust in man’s thoughts. 1Thessalonians 4 and verse 1 reads. 1Thes.4:1] Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please… Read more
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1 THESSALONIANS 5
This chapter continues from the last, speaking now of the coming of Jesus Christ. Paul will show why we are not afraid but excited for the Lord to come at the seventh trump. Keeping in mind the antichrist comes at the sixth trump. Chapter 5 and verse 1 reads. 1Thes.5:1] But of the times and… Read more
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2 THESSALONIANS 1
Today we begin 2Thessalonians, written rather quickly after 1Thessalonians because of some confusion which we will cover in chapter 2. 2Thes.1 and verse 1 reads. 2Thes.1:1] Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:[2] Grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father… Read more
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2 THESSALONIANS 2
Today is the day! This is how it will be when Jesus returns. How simple and disgusting at the same time, that pastors in ninety percent of the churches today teach rapture theory as if it is real. They take a verse out of “their bible” which is not the Word of God, and change… Read more
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Melchizedek
In his name Melchizedek we have two words. I first noticed his Hebrew name has Melchi, which is Greek. This led me to these studies, Melchi G3197 Greek for King. From Melek H4428 Hebrew for King. From H4427 Malak also means King. Zedek H6664 Tsedeq in the Hebrew and means; of Davidic king, Messiah, in… Read more
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2 THESSALONIANS 3
Today we finish 2Thessalonians, 2Thes.3 and verse 1 reads. 2Thes.3:1] Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: The word of the Lord is the most important business we have, and spreading it freely throughout the world glorifies the… Read more
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Witness
Today’s study will be very interesting. Wanting to do a study on witnessing I found great pleasure in truth, proving the importance of having a Strongs’ Concordance. First, we find Witness and Testimony are the same Strongs’ numbers that have a whole different meaning than we might have suspected. We will start with G3140 Martureō… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 1
This is a letter from Paul to Timothy, Timothy meaning “honored by God”. This is a pastoral message to Timothy about how to keep a church. I would like to add to the fathers and mothers, husbands and wives, how to keep a home. Bringing up your children in the Word of God. 1Tim.1 and… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 2
Keeping in mind this is a pastoral letter to Timothy, and that is also good for the family. 1Tim.2 and verse 1 reads. 1Tim.2:1] I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For all men made to the Father in prayer. 1Tim.2:2] For kings,… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 3
1Timothy 3 and verse 1 reads. 1Tim.3:1] This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. Counted as good works to be a bishop. This word bishop is G1984 in the Strongs’ and means; 1. overseership, office, charge, the office of an elder 2. the overseer or… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 4
1Timothy 4 Continuing with the pastoral reading, 1Timothy 4 and verse 1 reads. 1Tim.4:1] Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; I really suggest everyone read Ezekiel chapter 13 in its entirely. I may soon do just… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 5
1Timothy 5 and verse 1 reads. 1Tim.5:1] Rebuke not an elder, but intreat him as a father; and the younger men as brethren;[2] The elder women as mothers; the younger as sisters, with all purity. This is the fifth commandment. We find it in Exodus 20:12 and it reads. Exo.20:12] Honour thy father and thy… Read more
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Their Names Have Meaning
In todays’ study we will find throughout the bible we will see that names have meanings, sometimes more than one. In this study I will focus only on a few, but these few are the most important of the bible and what is revealed is extraordinary. First, we must start with Adam. H119, a race… Read more
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1 TIMOTHY 6
We will finish 1Timothy today. 1Tim.6 and verse 1 reads. 1Tim.6:1] Let as many servants as are under the yoke count their own masters worthy of all honour, that the name of God and his doctrine be not blasphemed. This is saying that a servant (slave) should serve his master honorably, as Christians this gives… Read more
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2 TIMOTHY 1
2 Timothy is the second letter Paul wrote to Timothy, written about 66 or 67 A.D. After his first letter he was released and did visit Timothy and all the churches. This second letter was written after the second arrest and trial in which he was beheaded soon after this letter. This letter being a… Read more
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2 TIMOTHY 2
Timothy a good soldier of Jesus and advice on personal conduct and relationships. Also, how the bible commands the believer to study the scripture. 2Tim.2 and verse 1 reads. 2Tim.2:1] Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. How can we be strong in his Grace? Ephesians 6:10-13 reads.… Read more
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2 TIMOTHY 3
In this chapter we will learn about the coming apostasy, the example of Paul, being steadfast in scriptures, and that the scriptures are the inspired Word of God. 2Tim.3 and verse 1 reads. 2Tim.3:1] This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. Jesus spoke of these times in Mark 13 and… Read more
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2 TIMOTHY 4
Giving us the charge to preach from the beginning of this chapter, 2Tim.4 and verse 1 reads. 2Tim.4:1] I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; Paul is charging Timothy and us with this statement. And that it… Read more
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The King of Babylon
Today’s lesson will teach us how to interpret Prophesy for the End Times. To do this we’ll use King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon as our example for Satan in these end times. Nebuchadnezzar or Nebuchadrezzar, both meaning the same. H5020 (Chaldee) “may Nebo protect the crown”. Several other spellings include; Nebukadnetstsar (or {retstsar} or {retstsor })… Read more
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TITUS 1
Titus was a gentile (Greek) converted by Paul. This chapter will talk about the qualifications of bishops and elders. Then gives warning of false teachers within the church. Titus 1 and verse 1 reads. Titus 1:1] Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God’s elect, and… Read more
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TITUS 2
We begin this chapter with domestic regulations. Titus 2 and verse 1 reads. Titus 2:1] But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: For the pastors, bishops and elders. Teach the doctrine of Jesus Christ. Titus 2:2] That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. Sober is… Read more
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TITUS 3
This final chapter of Titus will cover Christian citizenship, and basis for Christian ethics, discipline of factious men and personal plans. As well as the final greetings. Titus 3 and verse 1 reads. Titus 3:1] Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good… Read more
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PHILEMON
Paul writes to his friend Philemon. Philemon’s slave has run away and has come to Paul for help. Written around 64 A.D. while Paul was in Rome for his first trial. As we find Demus is still with him and has not fled yet. This letter is our example today that we are all servants… Read more
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HEBREWS 1
We now come to Hebrews, let’s first talk about this word Hebrew. It is H5680 Hebrew, a son of Eber and means those that crossed the river from beyond. Comes from H5677 Eber or Heber which means from beyond. Gen.11:15-17, Gen.11:25-27. We also find this in Luke 3:34. Now this book is also written by… Read more
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The Holy Spirit
Spirit H7307 rûwach in the Hebrew, pronounced; roo’-akh in English. Wind, breath, mind, spirit. spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals). as gift, preserved by God, God’s spirit, this being of God’s possession (ownership), departing at death, disembodied being. Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit,… Read more
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HEBREWS 2
The most important chapter of this book in my opinion because we find the reason for the crucifixion. Let’s get started, Heb.2 and verse 1 reads. Heb.2:1] Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slip. Give more attention… Read more
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HEBREWS 3
In this chapter we see Christ is superior to Moses, I would say to all. Also, we find Israel through unbelief failed Moses. Heb.3 and verse 1 reads. Heb.3:1] Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus; Apostle means Sent One, Jesus was sent… Read more
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HEBREWS 4
Hebrews 4 continues from chapter 3 and are both written for us to have rest and peace of mind. Heb.4 and verse 1 reads. Heb.4:1] Let us therefore fear, lest, a promise being left us of entering into his rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. “To come short of it”… Read more