Daily Meditations on the Bible / We stand with Israel
[but set an example for the believers] … in purity.
Summary: Paul completes his example of Christian living with a simple word, “purity.”
The word “purity,” both in English and Greek, conveys two concepts. First is the idea of cleanliness; that is, being without contamination. The second is an absence of moral corruption, especially sexual immorality.
Continue reading “1 Timothy 4:12f – Pure Faith”See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own hand!
Summary: This passage gives us an opportunity to lean into God’s Word in a way that helps bring Paul into focus as a human being.
Continue reading “Galatians 6:11 – Reading In”… and in one body to reconcile both of them to God through the cross, by which he put to death their hostility.
Summary: The history of humanity is littered with conflict. The power of God restores peace between men.
Continue reading “Ephesians 2:16 – The Death of Hostility”… in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you …
Summary: Language takes on a new dimension when we begin to see things from a spiritual perspective. The word “hope” is no exception.
Continue reading “Ephesians 1:18c – A Different Kind of Hope”