Unity, but at what cost, if any? What kind of unity? Why should the Christian church strive for unity?
In this passage, Paul lists several virtues vital to maintaining unity in any relationship, but particularly the church. This message considers these virtues but also their opposites - ingredients sure…
The love of Christ for the Christian is beyond comprehension. May God expand the limitations of our hearts and minds to be able to take in more.
Into empty vessels is what God pours His grace. Paul was that but not always. When Paul was humbled and came to truly know God, Paul came to truly know…
A house from God, by God, and for God - this one is indestructible and will glory in her Redeemer forever and ever.
Saved by faith alone, but saving faith will not be alone. The grace that gives life and faith also gives the good works for the living to do.
How can a person transition from "You are dead" to "You were dead"? (see 2.1) Verses 4-5 provide the answer. Give God the glory.
Paul is writing to Christians but how would these verses read if Paul were writing to the non-Christian - the unbeliever. A dreadful condition for sure.
Paul wants to instill confidence in His Christian readers. One way to do that is to pray for them that they would have wisdom and knowledge regarding the God who…