Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them. Truth to Learn All Christians are saints and are God’s children. Behind the Words The name “Philologus” means “one who loves to learn.” “Nereus,” by some sources is said to be derived from Nereo...
Romans 15:25 – God’s Saints
But now I am going to Jerusalem ministering to the saints. Truth to Learn All Christians are saints. Behind the Words The word translated “ministering” should be a familiar word to us by now. It is the Greek word diakoneō, a verb meaning “to serve or wait upon, with...
Romans 12:13 – Pursuit of Generosity
distributing to the needs of the saints, pursuing hospitality. Truth to Learn Selfless sharing is a sure sign of a committed Christian. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “distributing” is koinonointes, which is derived from the word koinonia, meaning “to have things in common” or “to share things...
Romans 11:16 – Set-apart by Him
For if the first-fruit is holy, the dough is also; and if the root is holy, so are the branches. Truth to Learn Like the believing Jews, we are set-apart by God for His use. Behind the Words The word “first-fruit” is from the Greek word aparchē, which is...
Romans 8:27 – Holy Intercessor
Now He who is searching the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Truth to Learn The Holy Spirit knows what to say and how to say it when He prays to the Father for us....
Romans 7:12 – The Holy Law
So then, the law is holy, and the commandment is holy and just and good. Truth to Learn The Law and its commandments are holy, but we are sinful. Behind the Words “Law” is translated from the Greek word nomos, which we saw in the last chapter is the...
Romans 6:22 – Set-apart to Him
But now having been set free from sin, and having become slaves of God, you have your fruit to holiness, and the end, everlasting life. Truth to Learn God has set Christians apart and has given them eternal life. Behind the Words Throughout this chapter Paul has been making...
Romans 1:7 – The Called Saints
To all who are in Rome, beloved of God, called saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Truth to Learn All Christians have been called by God, and we are all saints. Behind the Words “Beloved” is translated from agapētos, meaning...
2 Peter 1:18 – His Holy Presence
And we heard this voice borne out of heaven being with him on the sacred mountain. Truth to Learn Holiness is in the presence of God, not the location or building. Behind the Words The word translated “voice” is phōnē, which comes from the verb phaō, meaning “to shine.”...
1 Peter 3:5 – Exemplary Holy Women
For in this manner, in the past, the holy women who were hoping in God also adorned themselves, being submissive to their own husbands, Truth to Learn The example of proper adornment is in the Old Testament women. Behind the Words The Greek word hagiai, is translated here as...