20 It seems that Judas did not pay for the freehold, but returned the
thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests. They had a consultation,
and used the money to complete the purchase. The freehold was called
the Field of the Potter and was used for the burial of strangers
(Mat_27:7). But Judas not... [ Continue Reading ]
18 Peter, not Joel, speaks of prophesying. It is an inspired break
between that part of Joel's prophecy which was fulfilled at Pentecost
and that which is yet future.
22 In the evangel of the kingdom the appeal is to the life of our Lord
during His earthly ministry. Paul never knew Him in this char... [ Continue Reading ]
38 Repentance and baptism lead to a probationary pardon, which may be
withdrawn. This pardon is extended by Christ as the King. Its
operation is illustrated by the parable of the ten thousand talent
debtor (see Mat_18:27-34) whose debt was remitted, but who refused to
remit the smaller sum which his... [ Continue Reading ]