whereas angels, being greater in strength and power, do not bring slanderous accusations against them in the presence of the Lord. Truth to Learn We all need to recognize what spiritual authority we are under. Behind the Words “Angels” is a transliteration of the Greek word angelos, meaning “a...
2 Peter 2:9 – Lord and Master?
the Lord knows to rescue devout ones from trials and to keep the unrighteous for the day of judgment, being punished. Truth to Learn If you’re a Christian, God is your master and you are his servant. Behind the Words The word translated “Lord” in the first verse of...
James 5:12 – Only the Truth
But before all things, my brothers, do not swear, neither by heaven nor by earth nor with any other oath. But let your "Yes" be "Yes," and your "No," "No," that you might not fall under judgment. Truth to Learn We are not to swear an oath just to prove...
James 2:13 – Merciless Judgment
For judgment will be without mercy to the one not having shown mercy. Mercy rejoices over judgment. Truth to Learn Our merciful actions in this life will have eternal results. Behind the Words The word “judgment” is translated from krisis, which literally refers to a separation, hence a dividing between...
2 Thessalonians 1:5 – A Kingdom Viewpoint
which is manifest evidence of the righteous judgment of God, that you may be counted worthy of the kingdom of God, for which you also suffer; Truth to Learn Christians know God’s merciful judgment and can keep God’s kingdom in view when we suffer persecution and tribulation. Behind the Words...