Constantly remembering your work of faith, labor of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of our God and Father, Truth to Learn The Christian life requires hard work and patience. Behind the Words “Constantly” is translated from adialeiptōs, made up of a,...
1 Thessalonians 1:2 – Prayer Warriors
We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers, Truth to Learn Our ministry should be focused on what God will do for others. Behind the Words The words “We give thanks” are translated from the Greek verb eucharisteō, which is...
1 Thessalonians 1:1 – Grace and Peace
Paul and Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. Truth to Learn All Christians can know peace in the midst of attack. Behind the Words “Church” is translated from the Greek word ekklēsia,...
1 Thessalonians – Introduction
Introduction The City of Thessalonica The city of Thessalonica (today it is called Salonica or Thessaloniki) is located on the coast of Macedonia (northern Greece). The city was originally built beside a large natural harbor (called the Thermaic Gulf) on the Aegean Sea. At the time it was given the...
Ephesians 6:24 – Eternal Joy
Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity. Amen. Truth to Learn God’s grace and His love are unfading and eternal. Behind the Words “Grace” is translated from the Greek word charis. This is from the verb chairō, meaning “to rejoice.” It specifically refers...
Ephesians 6:23 – Peace, Love, and Faith
Peace to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn You can experience peace and the love of God through faith. Behind the Words The word translated “peace” is eirēnē. It can refer to an absence of war and...
Ephesians 6:22 – A Personal Comforter
whom I sent to you for this very purpose, that you might know our affairs, and that he might comfort your hearts. Truth to Learn The church needs people of comfort and encouragement. Behind the Words “I have sent” is translated from the Greek verb pempō, which means “to...
Ephesians 6:21 – The Beloved Waiter
But that you also might know the things concerning me and what I am doing, Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful minister in the Lord, will make all things known to you; Truth to Learn God gives recognition to those who serve humbly. Behind the Words The words “that...
Ephesians 6:20 – Proclaim It Boldly!
for which I am an ambassador in a chain; that in it I might speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Truth to Learn We need to boldly proclaim the Gospel message. Behind the Words Presbeuō is the Greek word translated “ambassador.” It literally means “to be an old...
Ephesians 6:19 – Pray for Paul?
and for me, that utterance may be given to me, in the opening of my mouth with boldness to make known the mystery of the gospel, Truth to Learn All of us need prayers, especially regarding our ministries. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “utterance” is logos, which...