How does 15:24- 33 illustrate what has been called ‘the sanity of religion’? Answer: I am not sure. I don’t know what Stibbs is referring to here as the ‘sanity of religion’. What I do see in this passage is the Lord’s protection and some very sound advice for living (basic moral values and behaviors).
Gather out what is said in today’s portion about the Lord, and about man’s proper attitude to him. Answer: first off I see the sovereignty of the Lord in 16:1 and 4, which must never be forgotten! We must commit to Him (16:3). We must obey Him, 16:20. His ways are righteous, while ours are not, 16:25. We need patients (16:32), peace (16:29), a silent tongue (16:23,28). We need to avoid pride (16:5)
Consider in 16:27-30 the different types of evil carried out by evil men. Cf. Jas 3:6-10. Answer: plotting evil, stirring up dissension, gossip, and violence.
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