Sometimes we seem determined to find fault. I think often this is an unconscious defense against the flaws we see in our own character, but whatever the reason, it’s a destructive tendency. As we continue through our study of Paul’s … Continue reading →
We are continuing our study with Romans 13:8-14. Paul has provided teaching and instruction on everything from the basics of Christian theology to its application in our daily lives, and he is not finished yet. It may seem overwhelming, but … Continue reading →
Chapter 13 of Romans begins with a statement that may be hard for us to swallow. Most of us recognize the need for law and order and don’t have a problem with the idea that we should submit to proper … Continue reading →
This week’s study takes us through Roman 12:14-21. Paul continues teaching us what a living sacrifice looks like. Now we’ve come to some of the harder parts, especially that stuff about blessing people who mistreat us and doing good to … Continue reading →
In Romans 12:9-13, Paul is continuing his teaching about what a living sacrifice looks like. Verse 9 begins, “Let love be without hypocrisy—by…” I only found one version, the Legacy Standard Bible, that reads this way. I admit to not … Continue reading →
What does it mean to be a living sacrifice? How can we renew our minds and thus be transformed? These are the first two instructions we find as Paul moves from theology lesson to application (Romans 12:1-2.) In the last … Continue reading →
As we continue our study of the book of Romans, we have come to a point of transition. Paul has finished his theology lesson and now moves into application. It begins with the famous “therefore.” IN light of everything we … Continue reading →
When we speak of a mystery, we refer to something that is unknown. A mystery is a puzzle we hope to solve. Once solved, it’s no longer a mystery. WE know who did it. We found that illusive answer. So … Continue reading →
Our study continues with Romans 11:16-24. In the last 3 chapters, Paul has been explaining the significance of Israel in god’s plan of redemption. They rejected their messiah, and that rejection led to salvation for all who will believe, Jew … Continue reading →
