far above all principality and power and might and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this age but also in that which is to come. Truth to Learn Jesus’ resurrection is the proof of God’s resurrection promise. Behind the Words “Far above” is translated from...
Ephesians 1:19 – Incredible Mighty Power!
and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power Truth to Learn God has already demonstrated how valuable we are to Him. Behind the Words “Exceeding” is from the Greek verb huperballō, which is made up of...
1 Corinthians 3:1 – Eternal Babies
And I, brethren, could not speak to you as to spiritual people but as to carnal, as to babes in Christ. Truth to Learn Some Christians don’t grow in their relationship with Christ. Behind the Words The word “could” is translated from a form of dunamis, meaning “to be able”...
1 Corinthians 2:5 – Wisdom vs. Power
that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men but in the power of God. Truth to Learn Man’s message may be wise, but God’s message is powerful. Behind the Words The word translated “faith” is pistis. This is the noun form of the verb peithō, which means...
1 Corinthians 1:24 – Wisdom and Power
but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. Truth to Learn Preach the “foolish message” and watch God’s power at work. Behind the Words The word “called” is translated from the plural form of klētos, a noun which...
1 Corinthians 1:18 – Completed and Sealed
For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. Truth to Learn Salvation is a completed and sealed transaction. Behind the Words The word translated “message” is logos. It generally refers to something...
2 Thessalonians 1:7 – Eternal Rest
and to give you who are troubled rest with us when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels, Truth to Learn Christians may be suffering now, but we will have eternal rest. Behind the Words The word “give” is not in the Greek text, but has...
1 Thessalonians 1:5 – Holy Spirit Enlightenment
For our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance, as you know what kind of men we were among you for your sake. Truth to Learn The empowering Spirit Behind the Words The word “gospel”...
Ephesians 3:16 – Prayer of Strength
Ephesians 3:16 - Prayer of Strength that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, Truth to Learn The Apostle Paul prayed for strength for us in our time of need. Behind the Words “He...
Ephesians 3:10 – Angelic Observers
Ephesians 3:10 - Angelic Observers to the intent that now the manifold wisdom of God might be made known by the church to the principalities and powers in the heavenly places, Truth to Learn Angels learn about God by watching you and me. Behind the Words The word translated “manifold”...