But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless, and excessive study is wearying to the body. Ecclesiastes 12:12 NASB Excessive study – One of my readers wrote, “I will be honest and say that from time to time – particularly when you get into ‘philosophical mode’ and use terms…
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV Study – “It is easier to study than to pray. It is harder to become a God-fearing person than a scholar. The evil spirit permits learning.”[1] Heschel’s comment sends shock…
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 NASB Be diligent – If you grew up with King James, you remember this verse as “Study to show yourself approved.” The Greek verb is spoudazo, in this…
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 NASB Be diligent – So what’s it to be? NASB tells us to “be diligent.” ESV, NRSV, NLT and NIV say, “Do your best.” KJV uses the time-honored…
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 NASB Be diligent – If you grew up in the King James era, then you know this verse as “Study to show yourself approved.” With that translation, we…
