Some thoughts on Scripture

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Friday, January 21, 2011

Godliness and Contentment

I Timothy 6:6-7--"Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out." The riches of this world are not lasting. God, through the teachings of Paul, admonishes us to embrace the eternal riches. Our correspondent response... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, January 20, 2011

Good Works cannot be Hidden

I Timothy 5:25--""Likewise, the good works of some are clearly evident, and those that are otherwise cannot be hidden." I once attended a church that had two pastors. The junior pastor was actually the more dynamic, charismatic one. He was the one who delivered the sermons. He was upfront, seen... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Neglect not the Gift

I Timothy 4:14--"Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you..." I infer here the gift given to the individual is from God. Ultimately it is from Him. Therefore, be informed by Him, appreciate the desires He has given to you, and do not let others discourage you in pursuing the... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Spanning Heavenly and Earthly Realms

I Timothy 3:16--"And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, Justified in the Spirit, Seen by angels, Preached among the Gentiles, Believed on in the world, Received up in glory. In this passage Christ as God is displayed spanning both Heavenly and... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, January 17, 2011

Prayers for Kings and Authorities

I Timothy 2:1-2: "Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence." (NKJV) For a number of reasons, it is important... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Chief of Sinners

I Timothy 1:15--"This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am chief." Who was the chief of sinners? Was it Paul? Paul makes the case that as a former persecutor of Christians he was therefore the chief of sinners. But... Sign in to see full entry.

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