To those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen 1 Peter 1:1 NASB Aliens – Are you one of the parepídēmois? Translated as “aliens,” we might be tempted to read this as Grundmann explains it: “Christians are only temporary residents on earth and must not let their lives be shaped by its interests. They…
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen 1 Peter 1:1 Aliens – The Greek text really says, “to the elect sojourners of the dispersion”. The NASB changes the word order and alters some of the direct translation. The meaning…
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen 1 Peter 1:1 Apostle – God is a verb. He is all action. Even His Name, blessed be He, is a form of the verb “to be”. He is the great I…
Psychological and physiological deterioration in the constant presence of life threatening conditions is well documented. When we are subjected to an environment of fear, uncertainty, hostility and aggression over a prolonged period, defense mechanisms come into play that are not exhibited under “normal” circumstances. In war, we see human beings on the edge. From…
“to those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout” 1 Peter 1:1 Aliens – We’ve all heard it. Life’s a journey. The road less traveled. Did you know that God invented the idea? Every Christian carries a green card. You don’t get this card until you change kingdoms but when you do become a citizen of…
