And greet the church that is in their house. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who is a firstfruits of Achaia to Christ. Truth to Learn Christianity involves active participation, not passive attendance. Behind the Words “Church” is from the Greek noun ekklēsia, which is made up of ek, meaning “out of”...
Romans 11:16 – Set-apart by Him
For if the first-fruit is holy, the dough is also; and if the root is holy, so are the branches. Truth to Learn Like the believing Jews, we are set-apart by God for His use. Behind the Words The word “first-fruit” is from the Greek word aparchē, which is...
Romans 8:23 – Groaning in Anticipation
And, not only that, but we also who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, eagerly expecting adoption, the redemption of our body. Truth to Learn We also groan, waiting for our redemption and adoption. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “firstfruits” is...
James 1:18 – New Birth
Having desired it, He brought us forth by the word of truth, for us to be a certain first fruit of His creatures. Truth to Learn Our salvation is the greatest example of the goodness of God and His desire to give us good things. Behind the Words The words...
Romans 16:5 – Committed and Active
Romans 16:5 - Committed and Active Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who is the firstfruits of Achaia to Christ. Truth to Learn Christianity involves active participation, not passive attendance. Behind the Words Notice that the word “greet” is in an italic font....
Romans 11:16 – Set-apart by Him
Romans 11:16 - Set-apart by Him For if the firstfruit is holy, the lump is also holy; and if the root is holy, so are the branches. Truth to Learn Like the believing Jews, we are set-apart by God for His use. Behind the Words The word “firstfruit” is from...
Romans 8:23 – Groaning in Anticipation
Romans 8:23 - Groaning in Anticipation Not only that, but we also who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, eagerly waiting for the adoption, the redemption of our body. Truth to Learn We also groan, waiting for our redemption and adoption. Behind the Words...