Comments on Patience Chrēstotēs, translated as “kindness” (or “gentleness” in the Authorized Version), is a term exclusively found in the New Testament within the letters of Paul. When applied to God, this term captures his gracious attitude and actions towards sinners. God’s kindness, characterized by forbearance and patience, is aimed at prompting sinners towards repentance
Comments on Patience Biblical patience is the ability to persevere through adversity, endure in the face of trials, and exhibit forbearance and forgiveness towards others. As Christians, we are called to embody this virtue, mirroring the patience demonstrated by God towards his people throughout history. Throughout the Old Testament, we see examples of God’s enduring
Comments on Peace Galatians 5:22-23 is a pivotal passage highlighting the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. As Christians, we believe that the Holy Spirit dwells within us, guiding, shaping, and producing certain qualities in our character that reflect the nature of God Himself. In this context, peace is not
A Virtue Greater than Happiness In the journey of faith, joy stands as a guiding light, beckoning believers to rise above fleeting happiness and embrace a deeper, enduring contentment. Often noted as the second fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, joy holds a sacred place in the hearts of those who walk with God.
The Greatest Fruit In the list of virtues offered by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Galatians, one stands out as the cornerstone upon which all others are built: love. As he enumerates the fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23, Paul places love at the forefront, signaling its paramount importance in the
Comments on Galatians 5:22-23 In the letter to the Galatians, the Apostle Paul paints a vivid picture of the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. He speaks of the “fruit of the Spirit” as a concrete manifestation of this divine work, listing love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness,
In Acts 4:12, Peter boldly proclaims that salvation is found through faith in the name of Jesus Christ. He asserts that there is no other name under heaven by which humanity can be saved. This declaration encapsulates the profound significance of the name of Jesus in Christian faith and theology. The name “Jesus” carries profound
Defining FaithFaith isn’t some magic trick or a way to manipulate situations. It’s way deeper than that. It’s about building a real connection with God, where trust and dependence grow out of knowing Him personally. Think of it like this: imagine you’re in a tight spot and you ask your parents for something. If what
Defining Faith Faith is not about reciting empty words, performing useless rituals, or convincing ourselves of something that isn’t true. It is not a formula to conjure desired outcomes or a means of coercing God into compliance with our wishes. Instead, authentic Christian faith emerges from a deep-rooted trust and dependence on God, stemming from
INTRODUCTION A steward is one who is entrusted with the possessions of another. A good steward is responsible for handling these possessions in a wise manner. Although God owns everything (Psalm 24:1), he allows us to manage (or to exercise stewardship over) the resources of the earth. Christians also are stewards of the Gospel message.