The faith that you have, have it to yourself before God. Blessed is the person who does not condemn himself in what he approves. Truth to Learn Living in God’s presence affects our decisions and choices. Behind the Words The word translated “faith” is pistis, which means “that about...
Romans 11:20 – Faith and Fear
Well said. In unbelief they were broken off, and you stand by faith. Do not be high-minded, but fear. Truth to Learn Salvation should not produce pride, but reverential fear. Behind the Words “Well said” is translated from the Greek word kalōs, meaning “well, justly, or aptly.” It is...
Romans 10:6 – Righteousness Speaks
But the righteousness of faith says this, "Do not say in your heart, who will go up into heaven?" (that is, to bring Christ down) Truth to Learn Even the greatest of works does not produce righteousness. Behind the Words “The righteousness of faith” is from hē ek pisteōs...
Romans 3:22 – Through Faith
and the righteousness of God is through faith in Jesus Christ, toward all and on all who believe. For there is no difference; Truth to Learn You can’t earn righteousness, but you can receive it. Behind the Words The word translated “faith” is the Greek word pistis. This is...
Romans 1:17 – Confident Faith
For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; even as it has been written, "The just shall live by faith." Truth to Learn From salvation to service, we reveal God’s righteousness. Behind the Words The phrase “from faith to faith” has been hotly debated...
1 Thessalonians 3:7 – Focusing On Others
because of this, brothers, in all our affliction and distress we were comforted concerning you by your faith. Truth to Learn Paul was concerned about how his own persecution was affecting the faith of others. Behind the Words “Because of this” is from the Greek words dia touto. The...
Ephesians 6:23 – Peace, Love, and Faith
Peace to the brothers, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn You can experience peace and the love of God through faith. Behind the Words The word translated “peace” is eirēnē. It can refer to an absence of war and...
Ephesians 4:5 – More Oneness
one Lord, one faith, one baptism; Truth to Learn There are several aspects of oneness in the church. Behind the Words “Lord” is translated from the Greek noun kurios. This word is derived from kuros, meaning “authority” or “supremacy.” The basic meaning of kurios is “owner, master, or lord.”...
Ephesians 2:8 – God’s Gracious Gift
For by grace you are saved through faith, and this not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, Truth to Learn Salvation by grace, through faith, is God’s gift. Behind the Words “Saved” is translated from the Greek verb sōdzō, meaning “to save, deliver, protect, or preserve from...
Ephesians 1:15 – Noteworthy Faith
Because of this, I also, having heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and love toward all the saints, Truth to Learn Some people show their faith in everything they do. Behind the Words The words “having heard” are translated from the verb akouō, meaning “to hear.” The...