New testament
Philippians 1:7
In my Heart
It is always a cause to praise the Lord when we know the Lord’s people are sharing in the same grace of God that brought us together as one in Christ. But that grace goes even farther as we go forward in faith together. It is seen in the fellowship we have with each other, … Read more
Philippians 1:6
A Good Work
All these things remain true today when we think and pray for all the saints. Believers still enjoy the Gospel. Emotion has its place in us and from us when it is directed toward others. Thoughts of God’s people; the fellowship we have in Christ; the constraint love has on us; the thoughts of our … Read more
Philippians 1:5
First Day until Now
Respectful customary greetings are in order when God’s people come together and/or communicate with each other. There is a dignity and respect we owe each other as those who are united in Christ Jesus. Whether it is the grace of God, or the peace that maintains the harmony between divergent people and personalities, God our … Read more
Philippians 1:4
Making Request with Joy
God has uniquely designed the local church to respond to the needs of people. As this conviction grows, so does the frustration. Interpersonal relationships within the church with God in worship and believers in fellowship, is the key to fulfilling this role. By misleading, misdiagnosis and legislating commitment, the potential for satisfying and nourishing life … Read more
Ephesians
Overview
To those who know God, there has come from His heavenly throne the blessing of salvation from sin and salvation for heaven. Now as children of God “by faith in Jesus Christ,” we are no longer aliens but sons and daughters of God because we have “received the spirit of adoption whereby we cry, Abba … Read more
Ephesians 6:19-20
An Ambassador in Bonds
Peace comes when there is reconciliation. The Lord made peace between us and God through the blood of His cross. Peace between saints comes when we recognize the worth of diversity in keeping the unity of the Spirit in an assembly in the bond of peace. Peace in families comes when attempts at reconciliation are … Read more
Ephesians 6:18
Praying and Watching
An ambassador in bonds is not common. Usually ambassadors are protected from imprisonment. Opposition against the Gospel and the supremacy of our Lord Jesus Christ over every other power, makes those who oppose so angry that they will imprison those who want to be a blessing to them. We aren’t alone or abandoned. We need … Read more