Jon Courson's Application Commentary: New Testament

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“Jesus is His human name, Christ His official name, Emmanuel His descriptive name, and Jehovah-Tsidkenu His prophetic name.” (Page 7)

“You know you’re truly born again when you find yourself obeying God. We’re not saved by obedience. But our obedience proves we’re saved, for true faith works.” (Page 1525)

“Jesus put it this way: Take heed how you hear—for the one who has shall be given more (Mark 4:24, 25). In other words, if you come to Bible study or your morning devotions saying, ‘Entertain me,’ or, ‘I’m curious about prophecy,’ you won’t receive. But if you are hearing, studying, learning, praying, and reading for the purpose of embracing what you receive and sharing it with others, the Lord will give you continual revelation.” (Page 1664)

“Prayer is not the way to get God to do our will in heaven. Prayer is the way to get man to do God’s will on earth.” (Page 572)

“Taking up one’s cross doesn’t mean suffering from hay fever, foot problems, a heart murmur, or even cancer. Taking up your cross means that you identify with Jesus to the point of suffering and shame, rejection, and perhaps even death. Taking up your cross is something you choose to do, not something you put up with. It’s a choice to deny yourself, a determination that, no matter what, you’ll stand for Jesus.” (Page 130)