Faith, Family and Food
We have been studying the book of 1 Thessalonians. We have noted in our study that believers in Thessalonica are going through great trials for their faith in Jesus. In this section of Paul’s letter (1 Thessalonians 2:13-20), Paul addresses the persecution they face and shares his concern and hope that they stand firm in... Continue Reading →
We have been studying the book of 1 Thessalonians concerning Paul’s message to these rather young in faith Thessalonian believers about living life with eternity in mind. He exhorted them for their amazing faith through afflictions and difficulties they faced and continued to face, (Link to 1 Thessalonians 1). In this post we look at Chapter... Continue Reading →
Hi Friends, this week, I begin a new series through the book of First Thessalonians. We begin by looking into why Paul wrote this letter, the historical background of the place and how the church was formed and a brief overview of what Paul addresses in this letter. I hope you will join me and... Continue Reading →
Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. This verse is frequently interpreted with an emphasis on individual identity as God's handiwork or masterpiece. However, in addition to all of this, this verse also points us to God as... Continue Reading →
Hi Friends, Happy New year! Hope everyone has been doing well. It’s been a while since I’ve been here. Back in September last year, I mentioned feeling the need to take a break from blogging and get some rest. I thought I’d be away for maybe a month or so, but things didn’t go as... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 10 can be read in its entirety here. Back in chapter 8 of 1 Corinthians, Paul introduced the topic of personal liberty as Christians, Paul here continues his teaching where he pointed out the practice and value in setting aside his rights for the sake of an uncompromised gospel message and for others.... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 8 discusses the issue of eating food sacrificed to idols. This is a continuation of the questions that the Corinthians church asked Paul. This chapter touches upon exercising the freedom as a believer balanced with conscience and consideration for fellow believers. 1 Corinthians 8 can be read in its entirety here The people... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 5 "It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that even pagans do not tolerate: A man is sleeping with his father’s wife. 2 And you are proud! Shouldn’t you rather have gone into mourning and have put out of your fellowship the man who has been doing this? 3 For my... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 4:1-5 "This, then, is how you ought to regard us: as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with the mysteries God has revealed. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not... Continue Reading →
1 Corinthians 2:1-5 "And so it was with me, brothers and sisters. When I came to you, I did not come with eloquence or human wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God. 2 For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. 3 I came to you in weakness with great... Continue Reading →
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