… and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Summary: Are we really involved in what happens in the “heavenly realms?” According to Paul, we are. The question is, “How?”
Continue reading “Ephesians 6:12c – Heavenly Struggles”Ephesians 6:12b – Opposition
… but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world …
Summary: As we pick our way through the text of Paul’s letter, we discover treasures and insights. Today’s insight is confirmation that we are not alone in this world.
Continue reading “Ephesians 6:12b – Opposition”John 8:15 – The Judge of All Things
You judge by human standards …
Summary: How we define “good” and “evil,” says a lot about our relationship with God. Using God’s definitions is a way of honoring our Creator.
Continue reading “John 8:15 – The Judge of All Things”2 Peter 1:4d (Part 1)— Escape!
… having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.
Summary: Peter points to something that may not be obvious because like a fish in water, we are immersed in our culture’s sin.
Continue reading “2 Peter 1:4d (Part 1)— Escape!”1 Peter 3:10-11 — In Search of Peace
For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.”
Summary: Peter quotes Psalm 34 to emphasize his point that we are called to repay evil with a blessing.
Continue reading “1 Peter 3:10-11 — In Search of Peace”1 Peter 3:9 (a) — Essence of Evil
Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing…
Summary: What is evil? Anything you don’t like might qualify. Peter tells us to respond to things we don’t like with a blessing.
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