And again it says: "Rejoice, O Gentiles, with His people!" Truth to Learn Christians of all nationalities have reason to rejoice. Behind the Words “Rejoice” is translated from euphrainō, which is made up of eu, meaning “good or well” and a form of phren, meaning “the mind.” Thus, we...
Matthew 2:10 – Strong Faith?
Having seen the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. Truth to Learn Faith in anything other than Jesus Christ is futile. Behind the Words “Having seen” is translated from the verb horaō, which means “to see” or “to stare at.” It is expressed here as an aorist participle,...
Romans 5:11 – Bragging Rights
And not only that, but we also are rejoicing in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received the reconciliation. Truth to Learn We have the right to rejoice and brag about God our Father. Behind the Words The word translated “rejoicing” is the Greek...
Romans 5:3 – Joyful Tribulation
And not only that, but we also rejoice in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; Truth to Learn We also rejoice in difficult times because these are the times when we learn to endure hardship. Behind the Words The Greek word that is translated “rejoice” in the current verse...
1 Peter 4:13 – Joyful Suffering
but rejoice to the extent that you share Christ's sufferings, so that you may rejoice at the revelation of His glory, exulting. Truth to Learn We should be happy when we suffer as followers of Christ. Behind the Words “Rejoice” is from chairō, meaning “to have joy” or “to...
1 Peter 1:6 – Rejoice in Adversity
In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, Truth to Learn Even in the midst of difficult times we should be rejoicing that God has secured our salvation, forever! Behind the Words The word “rejoice” is...
1 Thessalonians 3:9 – Thanks To God
For what thanks can we render to God for you, for all the joy with which we rejoice for your sake before our God, Truth to Learn It’s important to give thanks to God for His fruit. Behind the Words “Thanks” is from the Greek word eucharistia, which is...
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...
1 Thessalonians 5:16 – Rejoice Always
Rejoice always, Truth to Learn Christians should always be filled with joy. Behind the Words The Greek verb translated “rejoice,” is chairō, which literally means “to be calmly happy, to be glad, or to rejoice.” It is expressed here in the imperative mood, indicating a command. “Always” is from pantote,...
1 Thessalonians 3:9 – Thanks To God
For what thanks can we render to God for you, for all the joy with which we rejoice for your sake before our God, Truth to Learn It’s important to give thanks to God for His fruit. Behind the Words “Thanks” is from the Greek word eucharistia, which is composed...