Daily Meditations on the Bible / We stand with Israel
[He] was preached among the nations…
Summary: This line in Paul’s poetic tribute to the mystery of godliness is potent. The key to God’s plan for saving humanity is that everyone should hear the Good News of Jesus Christ.
If you lived back in the days of Jesus, how would you get the message of God’s love to people?
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In the same way, deacons are to be worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine, and not pursuing dishonest gain.
Summary: Paul’s introduction to the work of a deacon leads us to wonder, “What is a deacon, anyway?”
When Paul begins with “In the same way…” he means in the same way overseers are worthy of respect (1 Timothy 3:4), deacons should be worthy of respect.
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… for your progress and joy in the faith…
Summary: Paul’s mission to the churches is somewhat unique and is summed up in this passage.
I find it interesting how God stage-manages his will in the world.
If I hadn’t already known better, I would have thought that the “Acts of the Apostles” would have been a story about how the former disciples of Jesus had become apostles to the world. But that didn’t happen.
Continue reading “Philippians 1:25b – When Paul Met Jesus”Brothers and sisters, if I am still preaching circumcision, why am I still being persecuted?
Summary: Disagreements take many forms. Some result in physical conflict, others are a test of wills.
Continue reading “Galatians 5:11a – People Are Power”I saw none of the other apostles—only James, the Lord’s brother.
Summary: Paul gives us a brief glimpse of his visit to Jerusalem after his conversion.
Continue reading “Galatians 1:19 – Checking In”