Let every soul be subject to the higher authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are established by God. Truth to Learn We Christians are to submit to those in authority over us. Behind the Words The verb translated, “be subject to”...
1 Peter 3:22 – Our Exalted Example
who is at the right hand of God, having gone into heaven and, angels and authorities and powers having been made subject to Him. Truth to Learn The result of Christ’s patient, faithful suffering is exaltation. Behind the Words The words “right hand” are translated from the Greek word...
2 Thessalonians 3:9 – Christ-like Selflessness
not because we do not have authority, but that we might give ourselves as an example for you to imitate us. Truth to Learn Our love for others is shown in what we sacrifice for them. Behind the Words “Authority” is translated from the Greek noun exousia, which is...
Ephesians 6:12 – Spiritual Wrestling Match
For our wrestling is not against flesh and blood, but against authorities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world system, against spiritual powers of evil in the heavenly places. Truth to Learn We are in a spiritual battle against powerful wickedness (but we are on the...
Ephesians 1:21 – Powerful Proof
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...
2 Thessalonians 3:9 – Christ-like Selflessness
not because we do not have authority, but to make ourselves an example of how you should follow us. Truth to Learn Our love for others is shown in what we sacrifice for them. Behind the Words “Authority” is translated from the Greek noun exousia, which is derived from the...
Ephesians 6:12 – Spiritual Wrestling Match
For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Truth to Learn We are in a spiritual battle and we are on the winning side. Behind the...
Ephesians 1:21 – Powerful Proof
Ephesians 1:21 - Powerful Proof 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...