through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. Truth to Learn We have access to God’s grace and look forward to being in His presence. Behind the Words The word translated “access” is...
Romans 5:1 – Peace Through Faith
Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, Truth to Learn Salvation by faith produces peace with God. Behind the Words “We have” is from the Greek verb echō, meaning “to hold” or “to possess.” However, there is a variation in...
1 Peter 2:16 – Free to Submit
as free, yet not having freedom as a cloak of evil, but as bondservants of God. Truth to Learn We are free from the penalty of sin, but we are God’s servants. Behind the Words The word translated “free” is eleutheros, meaning “unrestrained” or “able to move about freely.”...
1 Thessalonians 4:9 – The Christian Birthmark
But concerning brotherly love you have no need for anyone to write to you, for you yourselves are taught by God to love one another; Truth to Learn Brotherly love is the birthmark of a true Christian. Behind the Words The words “brotherly love” are from the Greek word...
James 2:17 – Works of Evidence
So also faith, if it should not have works, is dead by itself. Truth to Learn A living, breathing faith in Christ is always accompanied by good works, for these works are the evidence that it is a living faith. Behind the Words “So also” is translated from houtōs kai,...
James 1:4 – Completely Whole
But let patience have its completing work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Truth to Learn God is constantly working on us to make us into a complete image of His Son. Don’t fight it, let it happen. Just remember, it’s not always easy or comfortable. Behind...