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The Day Is Near
12The night is nearly over; the day has drawn near. So let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light.13Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. 14Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly, as in the day - Let us walk, ευσχημονες, decently, from εν, well, and σχημα, mien, habit, or dress. Let our deportment be decent, orderly, and grave; such as we shall not be ashamed of in the eyes of the whole world. Not in rioting, and drunkenness - Μη κωμοις και μεθαις· Κωμος, rioting, according to Hesychius, signifies ασελγη ᾳσματα, πορνικα συμποσια, ῳδαι, unclean and dissolute songs, banquets, and such like. Μεθαις signifies drunken festivals, such as were celebrated in honor of their gods, when after they had sacrificed (μετα το θυειν, Suidas) they drank to excess, accompanied with abominable acts of every kind. See Suidas and Hesychius, under this word. Not in chambering - This is no legitimate word, and conveys no sense till, from its connection in this place, we force a meaning upon it. The original word, κοιταις, signifies whoredoms and prostitution of every kind. And wantonness - Ασελγειαις, All manner of uncleanness and sodomitical practices. Not in strife and envying - Μη εριδι και ζηλῳ, Not in contentions and furious altercations, which must be the consequence of such practices as are mentioned above. Can any man suppose that this address is to the Christians at Rome? That they are charged with practices almost peculiar to the heathens? And practices of the most abandoned and dissolute sort? If those called Christians at Rome were guilty of such acts, there could be no difference except in profession, between them and the most abominable of the heathens. But it is impossible that such things should be spoken to the followers of Christ; for the very grace that brings repentance enables the penitent to cast aside and abominate all such vicious and abominable conduct. The advices to the Christians may be found in the preceding chapter; those at the conclusion of this chapter belong solely to the heathens.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly--"becomingly," "seemingly" as in the day--"Men choose the night for their revels, but our night is past, for we are all the children of the light and of the day (Th1 5:5): let us therefore only do what is fit to be exposed to the light of such a day." not in rioting and drunkenness--varied forms of intemperance; denoting revels in general, usually ending in intoxication. not in chambering and wantonness--varied forms of impurity; the one pointing to definite acts, the other more general. not in strife and envying--varied forms of that venomous feeling between man and man which reverses the law of love.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly as in the day,.... Being under the day of the Gospel dispensation, and the day of grace having dawned, and the daystar of spiritual light and knowledge being risen in our hearts, and we being exposed to the view of all men in broad daylight, ought not to lie down and sleep, but to arise and be active, and walk decently with the armour of light on us, as becomes the Gospel of Christ; not naked and unclothed, which would expose us and the Gospel to shame and contempt: not in rioting; the Syriac and Arabic versions read, "in singing", or "songs"; meaning lewd ones, sung at riotous feasts and banquets, made not for refreshment, but for pleasure and debauchery, what the Romans (i) call "comessations"; feasts after supper in the night season, and design all sorts of nocturnal revels: "Comus", the word here used, is with the Heathens the god of feasts, perhaps the same with "Chemosh", the god of the Moabites, Kg1 11:33. And drunkenness; which always attended such unseasonable and immoderate festivals: not in chambering; in unlawful copulations, fornication, adultery, and all the defilements of the bed: and wantonness; lasciviousness, unnatural lusts, as sodomy, &c. not in strife and envying; contention and quarrels, which are usually the consequences of luxury and uncleanness. (i) Seutonius in Vita Vitell. c. 13.
The Day Is Near
12The night is nearly over; the day has drawn near. So let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light.13Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. 14Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.
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(Biographies) Augustine
By John Piper5.8K1:34:28MAT 6:33ROM 13:13In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his struggle with lust and the allure of pornography. He compares the seductive whispers of pornography to the temptations he faced in his own life. However, he also describes a transformative moment when he began to see the beauty and joy of chastity. The speaker shares a story about a monk named Antony who inspired him to renounce his sinful desires and embrace a life of poverty, celibacy, and service. This decision led to his baptism and a new chapter in his spiritual journey.
Freedom From Masterbation and Sensuality
By Tim Conway3.7K33:54PRO 6:27PRO 7:21MAT 5:28JHN 8:36ROM 6:13ROM 13:131CO 7:2EPH 5:51TH 4:3This sermon emphasizes the need to flee from sin, particularly addressing the issue of justifying masturbation as not a sin. It highlights the importance of seeking biblical guidance and examining one's conscience, pointing out that sexual immorality and lack of self-control are condemned in the Bible. The speaker shares personal testimony of finding freedom from lust, pornography, and masturbation through genuine repentance, faith in Christ, and reliance on God's grace.
Church History - Session 3 (After Augustus)
By Edgar F. Parkyns2.1K58:27Church HistoryROM 13:13In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of following the teachings of Jesus Christ and being practical in our faith. He argues against the concept of original sin and emphasizes individual responsibility for one's actions before God. The speaker also mentions a letter written to the church to provide stability and prevent confusion about the timing of the day of the Lord. He references the Chesapeake Tunnel as a possible illustration and discusses the kingdoms mentioned in the book of Daniel, particularly the fourth kingdom with ten horns.
Capital City Church - Part 3
By David Ravenhill1.0K41:38Christian LifeMAT 5:16JHN 13:8ACT 1:8ROM 13:13EPH 5:8JAS 1:22REV 22:11In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being aware of the time we are living in and being spiritually awake. He highlights the choice we have to either continue in sin or avail ourselves of the grace and power of Jesus Christ to transform our lives. The speaker also discusses the need to dress up spiritually, to be prepared and ready for the coming of the bridegroom. He uses the example of Peter falling asleep when he should have been praying, and how this led to Peter denying Jesus. The overall message is to be conscious of the time, clean up our lives, and be spiritually awake and prepared for the return of Christ.
How Satan Destroys a Church - Part 8 (God's Graduate School)
By Don Courville83150:19Spiritual WarfareGEN 5:26GEN 26:14ROM 13:131CO 3:3JAS 3:141PE 2:1In this sermon, the speaker discusses the destructive fruits of envy and the importance of maintaining agreement in relationships. He emphasizes that envy and jealousy can quickly break a relationship and have devastating consequences. The speaker also highlights the role of suffering in the Christian journey, drawing from the book of 1 Peter. He encourages listeners to rejoice in their participation in Christ's sufferings and to allow these trials to shape them into becoming more like Christ.
(Christian History) 7. Important People and Writings
By David Guzik46100:00MAT 5:3MAT 6:33MAT 10:7MAT 16:24MAT 22:37LUK 6:38ROM 13:13In this sermon, the gatekeeper rebukes some thieves and sends them away, but Francis is not pleased with this approach. He tells the gatekeeper to find the needy men and provide them with food, emphasizing that people are drawn to the kingdom of God through kindness, not rebukes. Meanwhile, Francis starts praying and questioning how long he can resist. Suddenly, he hears children playing a game nearby, and they repeatedly say, "Take it and read." This phrase resonates with Francis, and he finds a copy of the Scriptures nearby. He opens it randomly and reads a passage from Romans 13 about avoiding drunkenness and carousing. This ignites a fire within him, and he begins preaching the gospel with his followers, emphasizing worshiping God, repentance, generosity, forgiveness, love for neighbors and enemies, humility, and Christian purity. Their preaching, though simple, addresses the needs of people directly. Francis and his followers become a source of conviction for the community, and they face consequences for challenging the consciences of their generation. However, their gentle concern for people's basic needs leads many to commit their lives to Jesus Christ. Francis is also known for his love for all creation, as he even preaches to birds and swallows, who quiet down to listen to him.
The Damnation Army, Its Victims and Its Sponsors
By George Kulp0EST 1:8PRO 20:1PRO 31:6ISA 5:11HAB 2:15MAT 11:28ROM 13:131CO 6:10GAL 5:21EPH 5:18George Kulp passionately preaches about the irreconcilable hostility between the Church and the saloon, emphasizing the need for Christians to take a stand against the liquor traffic by aligning themselves with God's position. He highlights the responsibility of the Church to lead the moral reform movement against the saloon, drawing parallels to historical movements like the anti-slavery agitation. Kulp urges Christians to save the youth from the dangers of the liquor traffic, emphasizing the devastating impact on families and society. He challenges the sponsors of the liquor traffic, pointing out the complicity of society in allowing the spread of this destructive industry.
John 1:3
By St. John Chrysostom0JHN 1:3JHN 3:20JHN 5:26JHN 8:12JHN 14:23ROM 13:131CO 1:9EPH 5:12COL 1:16John Chrysostom preaches about the creation of all things by Christ, emphasizing that nothing was made without Him, including visible and invisible creations, while distinguishing the Son from the Spirit. He refutes heretical interpretations that suggest the Spirit or the Son was created, highlighting the precision of the Evangelist's teaching. Chrysostom explains the significance of Christ being the Life and the Light of men, shedding light on the darkness of sin and the need for a pure life to receive and retain the light of Christ. He urges believers to live honestly, avoid sin, and embrace the light of Christ to enjoy present and eternal blessings.
The Heinous Sin of Drunkenness. (Ephesians 5:18)
By George Whitefield0PRO 20:1PRO 23:20LUK 21:34ROM 13:131CO 6:101CO 10:31GAL 5:19EPH 5:181TH 5:61PE 5:8George Whitefield preaches a powerful sermon on the dangers of drunkenness, emphasizing the need for believers to abstain from excessive drinking and instead be filled with the Spirit of God. He warns against the sin of drunkenness, highlighting its displeasing nature to God, its harmful effects on the body, and its ability to rob individuals of their reason. Whitefield urges listeners to turn away from this sin, seek God's help through prayer, avoid evil company, and practice self-denial and mortification to overcome the temptation of drunkenness. He emphasizes the importance of being filled with the Spirit and living in a way that glorifies God, as drunkenness can separate individuals from the Holy Spirit and ultimately lead to eternal damnation.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly, as in the day - Let us walk, ευσχημονες, decently, from εν, well, and σχημα, mien, habit, or dress. Let our deportment be decent, orderly, and grave; such as we shall not be ashamed of in the eyes of the whole world. Not in rioting, and drunkenness - Μη κωμοις και μεθαις· Κωμος, rioting, according to Hesychius, signifies ασελγη ᾳσματα, πορνικα συμποσια, ῳδαι, unclean and dissolute songs, banquets, and such like. Μεθαις signifies drunken festivals, such as were celebrated in honor of their gods, when after they had sacrificed (μετα το θυειν, Suidas) they drank to excess, accompanied with abominable acts of every kind. See Suidas and Hesychius, under this word. Not in chambering - This is no legitimate word, and conveys no sense till, from its connection in this place, we force a meaning upon it. The original word, κοιταις, signifies whoredoms and prostitution of every kind. And wantonness - Ασελγειαις, All manner of uncleanness and sodomitical practices. Not in strife and envying - Μη εριδι και ζηλῳ, Not in contentions and furious altercations, which must be the consequence of such practices as are mentioned above. Can any man suppose that this address is to the Christians at Rome? That they are charged with practices almost peculiar to the heathens? And practices of the most abandoned and dissolute sort? If those called Christians at Rome were guilty of such acts, there could be no difference except in profession, between them and the most abominable of the heathens. But it is impossible that such things should be spoken to the followers of Christ; for the very grace that brings repentance enables the penitent to cast aside and abominate all such vicious and abominable conduct. The advices to the Christians may be found in the preceding chapter; those at the conclusion of this chapter belong solely to the heathens.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly--"becomingly," "seemingly" as in the day--"Men choose the night for their revels, but our night is past, for we are all the children of the light and of the day (Th1 5:5): let us therefore only do what is fit to be exposed to the light of such a day." not in rioting and drunkenness--varied forms of intemperance; denoting revels in general, usually ending in intoxication. not in chambering and wantonness--varied forms of impurity; the one pointing to definite acts, the other more general. not in strife and envying--varied forms of that venomous feeling between man and man which reverses the law of love.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Let us walk honestly as in the day,.... Being under the day of the Gospel dispensation, and the day of grace having dawned, and the daystar of spiritual light and knowledge being risen in our hearts, and we being exposed to the view of all men in broad daylight, ought not to lie down and sleep, but to arise and be active, and walk decently with the armour of light on us, as becomes the Gospel of Christ; not naked and unclothed, which would expose us and the Gospel to shame and contempt: not in rioting; the Syriac and Arabic versions read, "in singing", or "songs"; meaning lewd ones, sung at riotous feasts and banquets, made not for refreshment, but for pleasure and debauchery, what the Romans (i) call "comessations"; feasts after supper in the night season, and design all sorts of nocturnal revels: "Comus", the word here used, is with the Heathens the god of feasts, perhaps the same with "Chemosh", the god of the Moabites, Kg1 11:33. And drunkenness; which always attended such unseasonable and immoderate festivals: not in chambering; in unlawful copulations, fornication, adultery, and all the defilements of the bed: and wantonness; lasciviousness, unnatural lusts, as sodomy, &c. not in strife and envying; contention and quarrels, which are usually the consequences of luxury and uncleanness. (i) Seutonius in Vita Vitell. c. 13.