Be sober, be on your guard; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Truth to Learn Stay on the alert and don’t be intimidated by our accuser. Behind the Words “Sober” is translated from the Greek word nēphō, which means...
1 Peter 1:13 – Battle Preparations
Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, being sober, and rest your hope completely upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; Truth to Learn Prepare yourself, keep your mind clear, and trust in God. Behind the Words The opening...
1 Thessalonians 5:6 – No Sleep-walking!
Therefore we should not sleep, as others do, but we should be alert and be watchful. Truth to Learn Christians need to wake up and stop sleep-walking through life. Behind the Words Ara oun are the opening words of this verse in Greek. They are both inferential particles, serving...
1 Thessalonians 5:8 – Ready For Battle?
But we, being of the day should be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and of love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation. Truth to Learn It is important for Christians to always be battle ready. Behind the Words “Be sober” is the translation of the...
1 Thessalonians 5:8 – Ready For Battle?
But let us who are of the day be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation. Truth to Learn It is important for Christians to always be battle ready. Behind the Words “Be sober” is the translation of the Greek...
1 Thessalonians 5:6 – No Sleep-walking!
Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober. Truth to Learn Christians need to wake up and stop sleep-walking through life. Behind the Words Ara oun are the opening words of this verse in Greek. They are both inferential particles, serving to draw-out...