Living God – Three Minute Bible

April 29, 2026April 30, 2026

1 Timothy 3:15b – Family Portrait

A portrait of God’s family. The picture frame is gold and ornate. The picture shows Jesus in the background, arms out, embracing his family. There is a holy glow emanating from him. The people in front of him are his family; all ages, all races. (Grok)

… God’s household, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and foundation of the truth.

Summary: God’s Word paints a picture connecting three things into one very important picture.

Personally, I enjoy the verses like this one. In this passage, Paul provides us with a definition. In fact, he provides us with three! He ties together three important points in a simple equation.

June 5, 2025June 5, 2025

Philippians 1:18d-19a – Alive and Well

picture of a sailboat on the water illustrating that God's Spirit is like the wind (pixabay)

Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ…

Summary: In this passage, Paul points to a higher power: the Spirit of Jesus.

In this passage, Paul summarizes his letter so far and adds one important point: Success does not depend on him.

The nature of God is defined by love (agapẽ). The Apostle John tells us, “Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love” (1 John 4:8).