Bible Commentaries

Explore insights from biblical scholars and theologians. These public-domain commentaries illuminate Scripture with centuries of Christian wisdom.

Matthew Henry Commentary

Genesis 1:1

By Matthew Henry

The creation begins with God producing heaven and earth from chaos.

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Genesis 1:26

By Matthew Henry

Man is created in God's image with rational and moral capacities.

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Genesis 1:27

By Matthew Henry

Both male and female are created equally in God's image.

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Genesis 3:15

By Matthew Henry

The seed of the woman will overcome the serpent—the first messianic promise.

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Hebrews 11:1

By Matthew Henry

Faith is the substance and evidence of unseen spiritual reality.

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Isaiah 53:1

By Matthew Henry

Few would believe the report of the Messiah's suffering.

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Isaiah 53:2

By Matthew Henry

The Messiah grows humbly like a tender plant.

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Isaiah 53:3

By Matthew Henry

The Messiah is despised, sorrowful, and rejected.

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Isaiah 53:4

By Matthew Henry

The Messiah bears our griefs and carries our sorrows.

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Isaiah 53:5

By Matthew Henry

The Messiah's wounds bring healing for our sins.

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Isaiah 53:6

By Matthew Henry

We all have sinned, and the Messiah bears all our guilt.

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John 1:1

By Matthew Henry

The Word (Christ) is eternal, personal, and divine.

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John 3:16

By Matthew Henry

God loves the world and gives his son for eternal salvation.

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Psalm 119:105

By Matthew Henry

God's word provides light and guidance for our journey.

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Psalm 23:1

By Matthew Henry

God is our shepherd who provides care and guidance.

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Psalm 23:2

By Matthew Henry

God provides abundant provision and peaceful rest.

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Psalm 23:3

By Matthew Henry

God restores our souls and guides us in righteous living.

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Psalm 23:4

By Matthew Henry

God's presence comforts us even in death's darkest valley.

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Psalm 23:5

By Matthew Henry

God provides abundance and honor before our enemies.

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Psalm 23:6

By Matthew Henry

God's goodness and mercy follow us forever into his house.

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Revelation 21:1

By Matthew Henry

God creates new heavens and new earth in the end times.

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Romans 3:23

By Matthew Henry

All humanity has sinned and fallen short of God's glory.

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Romans 8:28

By Matthew Henry

God works all things for good to those who love him.

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Romans 8:38

By Matthew Henry

Nothing can separate us from God's love.

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Romans 8:39

By Matthew Henry

Nothing in creation can separate us from God's love in Christ.

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Treasury of David / Metropolitan Tabernacle

1 Corinthians 13:4

By Charles Spurgeon

True love is patient, kind, humble, and not envious.

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Hebrews 12:1

By Charles Spurgeon

Encouraged by the faithful, we run our race with focus.

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Isaiah 40:31

By Charles Spurgeon

Those who wait on God receive renewed strength.

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John 11:25

By Charles Spurgeon

Christ is the source of resurrection and eternal life.

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Matthew 5:3

By Charles Spurgeon

Spiritual poverty opens the door to God's kingdom.

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Philippians 4:13

By Charles Spurgeon

Christ provides strength for all that God calls us to do.

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Proverbs 3:5

By Charles Spurgeon

Trust God completely and not your own understanding.

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Psalm 100:1

By Charles Spurgeon

A call to all peoples to make joyful noise to the Lord.

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Psalm 103:1

By Charles Spurgeon

A summons to soul and spirit to bless the Lord.

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Psalm 1:1

By Charles Spurgeon

Blessedness comes from separation from ungodly counsel.

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Psalm 119:9

By Charles Spurgeon

Youth find purity by heeding God's word.

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Psalm 121:1

By Charles Spurgeon

Help comes from looking to the Lord our maker.

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Psalm 139:1

By Charles Spurgeon

God knows us completely in all our ways.

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Psalm 22:1

By Charles Spurgeon

The prayer of the forsaken seeking God in darkness.

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Psalm 23:1

By Charles Spurgeon

God as shepherd provides all that we need.

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Psalm 46:1

By Charles Spurgeon

God is our refuge, strength, and present help.

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Psalm 51:1

By Charles Spurgeon

An appeal for God's mercy based on his loving-kindness.

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Psalm 91:1

By Charles Spurgeon

Those dwelling with God find protection in his shadow.

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Revelation 1:8

By Charles Spurgeon

Christ is eternal and almighty, from beginning to end.

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Romans 1:16

By Charles Spurgeon

The gospel is God's power for salvation.

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Wesley's Explanatory Notes

1 John 4:19

By John Wesley

We love God because he loved us first.

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1 John 4:8

By John Wesley

God's essential nature is love.

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Acts 2:38

By John Wesley

Repent and be baptized to receive God's Spirit.

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Colossians 3:16

By John Wesley

Let Christ's word dwell in you and guide your teachings.

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Ephesians 2:8

By John Wesley

Salvation is by grace through faith, not by works.

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Ephesians 2:9

By John Wesley

Salvation is God's gift, not earned by works.

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Galatians 5:22

By John Wesley

The Spirit produces love, joy, peace, and other virtues.

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John 14:6

By John Wesley

Christ is the exclusive way to God.

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John 3:16

By John Wesley

God's love gives his son for our eternal salvation.

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Matthew 22:37

By John Wesley

Love God with your whole being—heart, soul, and mind.

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Matthew 22:38

By John Wesley

Love God first, then love your neighbor as yourself.

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Matthew 5:3

By John Wesley

Humility before God opens the kingdom of heaven.

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Matthew 5:4

By John Wesley

Those who mourn over sin shall be comforted.

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Matthew 5:5

By John Wesley

The meek inherit the earth through trust in God.

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Matthew 5:6

By John Wesley

Those hungering for righteousness shall be satisfied.

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Matthew 5:7

By John Wesley

Mercy shown returns when mercy is needed.

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Matthew 5:8

By John Wesley

Purity of heart enables us to see God.

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Matthew 5:9

By John Wesley

Peacemakers are recognized as God's children.

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Matthew 6:10

By John Wesley

We pray for God's kingdom and will to be done.

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Matthew 6:9

By John Wesley

Prayer begins with honoring God's holy name.

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Philippians 2:5

By John Wesley

Take on the mind and attitude of Christ.

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Revelation 3:20

By John Wesley

Christ knocks at the door seeking intimate fellowship.

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Romans 12:2

By John Wesley

Be transformed by renewing your mind in God's truth.

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