God’s standard – Three Minute Bible

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Philippians 1:11b – God’s Standard

[… filled with the fruit of righteousness] that comes through Jesus Christ…

Summary: Righteousness that comes through Jesus is different than human righteousness.

As we continue through this passage, we discover that Paul is referring to a specific kind of righteousness, the kind that comes through Jesus Christ.

The word Paul uses for “righteousness” is “dikaiosýnē,” in Greek, which Strong’s Concordance defines as “equity (of character or act)” (Strong’s G1343).

February 26, 2025February 26, 2025

Colossians 3:12d – God’s Compass

Picture of a direction marker against a background of stars.

…[clothe yourselves with] … kindness …

Summary: The word “kindness” can mean different things depending on who is being kind to whom. However, when it comes to godly kindness there is only one standard, and God wrote the book on it.

When you think about the word “kindness,” what examples come to mind? Do you think of something someone has done for you, or does your mind go to things you have done for others?

What kind of thing comes to mind these days? If I pay for your coffee, is that a kindness? What if I make you smile with a kind word or hold the door for you?

“Kindness” is one of those words that sounds simple and obvious, but in practice, it can be hard to pin down.