that I may be delivered from those in Judea who do not believe, and that my ministry for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints, Truth to Learn Following God is more important than personal safety. Behind the Words The word translated “delivered” is rhuomai, meaning “to snatch from...
1 Peter 2:5 – Our Priestly Sacrifices
you also, as living stones, are being built up a spiritual house, a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn All true Christians are priests and we are to offer sacrifices. Behind the Words The expression “are being built up”...
Ephesians 5:10 – Just Do It!
finding out what is acceptable to the Lord. Truth to Learn We please God by doing, not just knowing. Behind the Words “Finding out” is from the Greek word dokimadzō. The basic meaning of this word is “to test something to determine its worth.” It is the word used of...
Romans 15:31 – Fearful or Following?
Romans 15:31 - Fearful or Following? that I may be delivered from those in Judea who do not believe, and that my service for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints, Truth to Learn Following God is more important than personal safety. Behind the Words The word translated “delivered” is...
Romans 15:16 – Ministerial Calling
Romans 15:16 - Ministerial Calling that I might be a minister of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles, ministering the gospel of God, that the offering of the Gentiles might be acceptable, sanctified by the Holy Spirit. Truth to Learn Christians are called to a ministry of proclaiming the gospel message...
Romans 14:18 – Becoming God Pleasers
Romans 14:18 - Becoming God Pleasers For he who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men. Truth to Learn Serving Christ pleases God and gains the respect of others. Behind the Words The expression “in these things” is from the Greek en toutois, most...