Today’s Word
Not ignorant
“in order that no advantage be taken of us by Satan, for we are not ignorant of his schemes.” 2 Corinthians 2:11 Not ignorant – Can you make the same claim that Paul did? Are you acquainted with the schemes of Satan so that you recognize his handiwork before it takes hold? The Greek word…
In the spirit
“Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.” Acts 18:5 (KJV) In the spirit – If you read this verse in modern translations, you won’t find these words. Instead, you will read “Paul devoted himself entirely” or something like that. Why? Because this is one of those Greek…
“Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ.” Acts 18:5 (KJV) Pressed – Have you ever had that feeling inside the seemed to push you toward a goal no matter what the circumstances? Have you ever experienced an inner compulsion that just wouldn’t let up? It’s like a…
For me
“Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 For me – A few days ago a believer wrote to me. “Sometimes I just feel like it’s so selfish of me to ask others to…
Strive together
“Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 Strive together – There is an English cognate in this Greek word that you need to know. As soon as you see it, you will understand…
Urge
Now I urge you, brethren, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit to strive together with me in your prayers for me,” Romans 15:30 Urge – Paul wasn’t afraid to ask for help. He knew that he needed the prayers of others. In fact, he did more than mention his…
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