Significantly, in every chapter of 1 Thessalonians, the Apostle sought to comfort and motivate with the truth of the Lord's sure return. As we study these books ...

As previously mentioned, one of the themes of this book is “good works.” One of our purposes in life is usefulness in the service of Christ and in ministry ...

A. This passage is related to the Prologue of John's Gospel (1:1-18, before physical creation), which is related to Gen. 1:1 (physical creation). However, here ...

Nov 27, 2012 · Book Study by a specific book · Author Study ... 3:5; Titus 1:1; a compound form, theosebeia, in 1 Tim. ... ▣ "that" This is a hina (purpose clause) ...

Verse 1 indicates that Paul was called to be an apostle. Believers are "the called of Jesus Christ" in verse 6. Believers are also called "saints" in verse 7.

May 3, 2010 · Concerning this partnership, in chapter 1 alone we see that: it is a long term relationship (1:5), it is a divine and lasting work (1:6), it ...

Dec 21, 2004 · The point is that a sinful lifestyle is not only evil, but it stands in opposition to the person and work of Christ. The apostle will address ...

Jul 2, 2004 · This final portion of the book ... “In this way” translates the Greek, hina, a conjunction of purpose or intended result. ... (1) Love is described ...

Nov 15, 2012 · Each of us must walk in the light we have. You, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit are priority in interpretation. You must not relinquish this to a ...

This commentary offers a careful rational process containing three interpretive principles structured to help us overcome our biases. First Principle. The first ...