In our encounters with Jesus passages, leading up to Pentecost, this week we will look at an encounter that is not found in the Gospels, but one that Paul tells us about in 1 Corinthians. We’ll look this week at … Continue reading
In our encounters with Jesus passages, leading up to Pentecost, this week we will look at an encounter that is not found in the Gospels, but one that Paul tells us about in 1 Corinthians. We’ll look this week at … Continue reading
This week, with our them being celebration and joy, we are looking at one of the more joyous passages in all the Bible, Philippians 4: 4-14. Today we’ll look at the World of the Text, what is this passage actually saying? … Continue reading
This week we are going to be looking at Philippians 4: 4-14. Today we’ll be looking at the World Behind the Text, what is happening in the world all around this passage. This is the first time this year we’ve looked … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 16: 17-27 We see Paul continue his thanks to the many that have helped him in his ministry. We also see some final exhortations. Avoid those that cause division and offenses, they aren’t serving the Gospel, they … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 16: 1-16 This passage doesn’t seem like much at first. But in reality, it’s very important, at least it always has been to me. Paul in conclusion in this letter begins saying thank you. He greets and … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 15: 22-33 We see Paul giving a little of his itinerary today to the Romans. He very much would like to go to Rome to visit with the believers there. But first, he must return to Jerusalem … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 15: 1-6 It’s easy to get tired and sick of those that we feel like “don’t get it.” It can be annoying and can get on our nerves. But look at what scripture says today; those who … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 4: 13-25 Now Paul is stressing his next point. He’s such a good lawyer; his training shows itself over and over in Romans. We now all agree that what made Abraham righteous was not his religious actions … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 4: 1-12 Today we see Paul talking about Abraham’s faith being what made him righteous. But we also see a bit of the conversation shift towards circumcision. Why is this significant? Paul walks us through Abraham’s call, … Continue reading
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