Bible Study, by cross reference, for Christians in Isolation - Expand the meaning of Scripture

John 1:3   King James Version (KJV) 3  All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. Questions What was made by him? Who is him? Could anything have been made without him? Some cross-references John 1:10   King James Version (KJV) 10  He was in the world, and the world was made by him , and the world knew him not. 1 Corinthians 8:6   King James Version (KJV) 6  But to us there is but one God, the Father, of whom are all things, and we in him; and one Lord Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and we by him. Hebrews 1:2   King James Version (KJV) 2  Hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the worlds; Praise the Lord

John 1:1-2   King James Version (KJV)   1  In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2  The same was in the beginning with God. Questions on the text What was in the beginning? Where was the Word? Who was the Word with? Who was the Word? Who was with God in the beginning? Praise the Lord

Psalm 23 Q&A Psalm 23   King James Version (KJV) 23  The  Lord  is my shepherd; I shall not want. Who is my shepherd? Who shall not want? 2  He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. Who makes me lie down? Where does He make me lie down? Who leads me? Where does He lead me? 3  He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Who restores me? What does He restore? Who leads me? Where does He lead me? For whose sake does He lead me? 4  Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me . Who is walking through the valley of the shadow of death? Why will I fear no evil? 5  Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Who prepares the table? Whose head is anointe...

The duties children owe to their parents   Scripture  Proverbs 1:1-9  states  1  The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel; 2  To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; 3  To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; 4   To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. 5  A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels: 6  To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings. 7  The fear of the  Lord  is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction. 8  My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: The duties of children Children are told to hear the instruction of their father. Children are told not to forsake the law of ...

Do you want genuine knowledge  during the pandemic? Proverbs 1:7 teaches us where to start We can only begin to learn and acquire genuine knowledge when we  "fear"  the Lord.  The Amplified Bible explains "fear" as having a "reverent" fear of God and worshiping Him. It also implies that we  must trust God and obey Him . So our knowledge begins with us worshiping God This is also only reasonable. It is also common sense that creatures should trust their Creator. The opposite is sadly true. Only a fool would reject his or her Creator and live life without relying on guidance from God. The only wise thing to do is to: Repent of sin; Trust Jesus as Lord and Savior; and  Live for Christ "wholeheartedly and devotedly" Therefore let us not be foolish. The hallmarks of fools are: They will have nothing to do with God They are unwilling to learn as they know everything already. They are not...

Courage comes from being aware of God's presence with us The coronavirus pandemic has brought with it fear and uncertainty. The main fear is fear of the unknown. Fear robs us of courage just when we all need courage. The Bible tells us not to fear and where to find courage. Courage comes from knowing God is with us wherever we go and that He will not fail us nor forsake us. We have assurance from God's word that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. Scripture Deuteronomy 31:6 6  Be strong and of a good courage, fear not , nor be afraid of them: for the  Lord   thy God, he it is that doth go wit h thee ; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Joshua 1:9   King James Version (KJV) 9  Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage ; be not afraid , neither be thou dismayed : for the   Lord  thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. Philippians 4:13 ...

Our Hope Rests in Christ and Christ Alone Our hope in these challenging times does not come from Scripture  alone. Our hope comes Jesus , to whom the Scriptures point. Our salvation comes from Christ. Scripture John 5:39 39  Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life :  and they are they which testify of me. Praise the Lord

The Light has come Photo credit: Stephen Bartels Dawn coming up over a common in Hertfordshire, England, early this morning. The sun is coming to wipe away the darkness. Isn’t it wonderful that Christ, the Light of the world, came to us. Praise the Lord. Scripture John 1:9 9  That (Christ) was the true Ligh t, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world.... Praise the Lord

Salvation is a Two Way Street God provides the free gift of salvation AND We must repent and believe . Scripture is clear Matthew 3:2   2  And saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Acts 16:30-31   30  And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be saved? 31  And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. Note: "Believe" means to trust in Christ as Savior . Praise the Lord

 During the pandemic be ready to defend your  Christian hope Scripture 1 Peter 3:15   King James Version (KJV) 15  But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: Therefore We must be ready . This means anticipating the questions we may be asked. * This also means we must think about the answers we might give. * We must be clear about the reasons for our faith. * In answering we not come across as arrogant rather we must show " meekness ". The NIV translates this as " gentleness ". * Also in answering we must answer with " fear ", The NIV translates this as showing " respect " Praise the Lord

God's Love     God's Gift     God's Purpose John 3:16   King James Version (KJV) 16  For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son , that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. God's Love God's Gift God's Purpose All in one verse Amazing Praise the Lord

Before, during and after the Corvid19 Pandemic. Salvation is available to us by the death of Christ The message of Scripture is clear. Through the death of  Christ our sins are forgiven. Through the death of Christ we have peace with God To receive salvation we must accept Christ as Savior Nothing can separate us from the love of God Scripture Colossians 1: 1,2,12-14 and 20 King James Version (KJV) 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 and the Lord Jesus Christ. 12  Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light: 13  Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: 14  In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the for...