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Tag: New Testament General Epistles

  • James 1:1 – “a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ”

    The apostle James, highly esteemed and known as a pillar of the Christian faith, humbly identifies himself as a servant of Christ. This underscores the honor and significance of serving God. In this spiritual service, believers find fulfillment and deep connection with Christ, transcending physical relationships. The highest ranks in the church are considered servants,…

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    James 1:1 – “a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ”

  • James 1:1 – Who is “James”?

    The letter of James is attributed to James the brother of the Lord, also known as James the Less, who was a respected apostle and pillar of the early church. He was a close relative of Jesus, known for his strict personal holiness and his martyrdom. His letter reflects concerns about the church’s degeneration.

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  • 2 Peter 2:1 Meaning… According to John Owen

    The meaning of 2 Peter 2:1 according to John Owen in his book Death of Death in the Death of Christ

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  • Philemon Pronunciation

    When you think of the word Philemon pronunciation is maybe the first thing that comes to mind. But the pronunciation of Philemon is pretty simple. Who Was Philemon? Philemon is the name of a man who received a letter from the Apostle Paul in the New Testament. What Language? Now, Paul wrote in Greek to this man.…

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  • How Paul Prayed for Philemon

    After revealing the author and recipients of this letter and then giving his typical greeting, Paul in Philemon 1:4 begins his main message to Philemon. And interestingly enough – he begins by revealing how he prays for this man. I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, Paul Thanks God for Philemon…

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    How Paul Prayed for Philemon

  • Grace to You and Peace in Philemon

    After revealing the authors of Philemon as well as the recipients, Paul goes on to utter his oft-repeated greeting in Philemon 1:3. Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. This is a familiar greeting from the apostle Paul. In fact, in each of the thirteen New Testament letters…

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    Grace to You and Peace in Philemon

  • To Whom is Philemon Written?

    So, we’ve established that Paul and Timothy are the authors of the New Testament letter of Philemon. But now, to whom are they writing? Philemon 1:1 continues and tells us the recipient of this letter and what Paul and Timothy consider him to be to them. Recipient: Philemon unto Philemon our dearly beloved,and fellowlabourer, So, Paul…

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    To Whom is Philemon Written?