not in passion of lust, like the Gentiles who do not know God; Truth to Learn Uncontrolled passion is bad for a marriage and Christian faith. Behind the Words The word translated “passion” is pathos, which is derived from the verb paschō, meaning “to suffer.” In general usage it refers...
1 Thessalonians 2:16 – Proclaim It Fearlessly
forbidding us to speak to the Gentiles that they may be saved, so as always to fill up the measure of their sins; but wrath has come upon them to the uttermost. Truth to Learn Christians are to share the Gospel, in spite of persecution. Behind the Words “Forbidding” is translated from...
Ephesians 2:11 – Spiritual Snobbery
Ephesians 2:11 - Spiritual Snobbery Therefore remember that you, once Gentiles in the flesh—who are called Uncircumcision by what is called the Circumcision made in the flesh by hands— Truth to Learn Spiritual snobbery should not exist in the life of any Christian, for we are saved by God’s grace....
Romans 15:9 – Body Composition
Romans 15:9 - Body Composition and that the Gentiles might glorify God for His mercy, as it is written: "For this reason I will confess to You among the Gentiles, and sing to Your name." Truth to Learn All Christians are members of the same body. Behind the Words The...