Therefore, let those suffering according to the will of God, as to a faithful Creator let them commit their souls to Him by doing good. Truth to Learn If you suffer for the cause of Christ, place yourself in His hands and serve Him faithfully. Behind the Words In...
1 Peter 2:20 – Patient Suffering
For what fame is it if sinning and being harshly treated, you endure it? But if doing good and suffering for it, you endure it, this finds favor with God. Truth to Learn When we patiently endure unjust punishment for having done good deeds, God is pleased. Behind the...
1 Peter 2:15 – Good Works = God’s Glory
For this is the will of God, doing good to silence the ignorance of foolish men; Truth to Learn God will use our good works to bring glory to Himself. Behind the Words The word translated “will” is thelēma, meaning “a desire or disposition toward something,” but it also...
2 Thessalonians 3:13 – Don’t Get Discouraged
And you, brothers, do not get discouraged in doing good. Truth to Learn Work hard for God and don’t get discouraged. Behind the Words Adelphos is the word translated “brothers.” It literally refers to someone from the same womb, hence, “a brother or sister.” It is used throughout the...
2 Thessalonians 3:13 – Don’t Get Discouraged
But as for you, brethren, do not grow weary in doing good. Truth to Learn Work hard for God and don’t get discouraged. Behind the Words Adelphos is the word translated “brother.” It literally refers to someone from the same womb, hence, “a brother or sister.” It is used throughout...