Colossians 2:9-10 Truly God, Truly Man
Can one letter in a word really make that much difference? Does it matter if two different Greek words are translated by the same English word? Yes, a letter can change things; yes, word translation can matter. These are examples.
1 Peter 5:1-2 A Message To The Elders
Peter addresses the ‘elders’ among the audience. Who are they, and how does Peter encourage them? As a team player for the same goal
Colossians 2:8 Philosophy & Empty Deceit
Philosophy is not a word we talk about very much in Church. Maybe we should. The “Church” has neglected weighty conversations for too long, we are not going to survive if we don’t get smarter and tougher, more resilient.
1 Peter 4:16-19 Suffering & Judgment In The Church
Peter has a lot to say about Christian suffering and the proper response to it. Then he warns that the time for judgment is at hand, what exactly does that mean? Let’s explore it.
Colossians 2:6-7 Standing Fast
The primary message of the book of Colossians is the primacy and supremacy of Christ. In this passage Paul begins to instruct the church about the necessity of standing fast in Christ, in the faith, when strange and false teachings are being presented.
1 Peter 4:12-15 Fiery Trials and Bad Behavior
Peter mentions the purpose and outcome of fiery trials. Then he mentions behaviors that, when detected, need to be changed and/or eradicated. Warning: this could be a touchy one.
Colossians 1:29-2:5 The Knowledge of God’s Mystery
Church without Jesus, the Biblical Jesus, is a waste of time. Paul is making the case for proclaiming Jesus and teaching doctrine. If the Church is not Jesus centered, then doctrine is likely to be sabotaged.
Colossians 1:28-29 Proclaim Christ
The primary mission of the Church, and thus the teaching elder(s), is to proclaim Christ. Proclaim the gospel, and teach biblical doctrine. Any and all else is not necessary, and not helpful.
1 Peter 4:8-11 The Obligation and Duty of Love
“Above all …” What does that mean? How do I prioritize this? God expects His church to behave in certain ways, and Peter spells it out here pretty clearly.
1 Kings 2:1-46 David’s Commission to Solomon
The account of David’s last days. He encourages Solomon to be faithful to God, and faithful to the Covenant. Then he assigns to Solomon the judicial responsibility that he himself should have administered to some rogue associates. Interesting.
