Daily Meditations on the Bible / We stand with Israel
But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my … co-worker…
Summary: In this meditation, we look at Paul’s use of the word “synergós.” Considering what we know of Paul’s work for the Lord, we gain some insight into Epaphroditus’s work, too.
The Greek word Paul used for “co-worker” is “synergós.” As you may have already guessed, “synergós” is one of the roots of our word for “synergy.”
Continue reading “Philippians 2:25 Part III – Co-Worker”
Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a Master in heaven.
Summary: Paul, after pointing out our responsibilities, points to an interesting fact about the people we report to. We all have a “Master in heaven.”
Until now, Paul has been talking to the people who serve others. In this passage, he “flips the script” and goes after the bosses in charge of the workers.
Bosses are people, too, but sometimes they forget that.
Continue reading “Colossians 4:1 – Dangerous Ground”… since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven,
Summary: Living in a broken and sinful world seems like an insurmountable challenge. Yet, we all have to face our Maker and our Master at some point.
Continue reading “Ephesians 6:9b – The Master”Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ.
Summary: With today’s passage, Paul takes us into an area that modern society has taped off as verboten. Yet, looking at the underlying Greek text opens the door to a better understanding of how this passage applies today.
Continue reading “Ephesians 6:5 – A Brighter Future”