If then you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Colossians 3:1 NABRE Paul writing to the community at Colossae is trying to encourage them from falling back into their pre-Christian life. He reminds them that they are united…
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Ephesians 4:15 – April 30, 2020
Rather, living the truth in love, we should grow in every way into him who is the head, Christ, Ephesians 4:15 NABRE Paul in this section of the letter to the community at Ephesus speaks about the purpose of ministry, that we are called to grow in maturity, in fact…
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he humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross. Philippians 2:8 NABRE Paul is speaking to the community in Philippi about being like Christ, having the same attitude and approach. Paul includes what some have called an early Christian hymn, a rhythmic poem that speaks of Christ…
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to whom God chose to make known the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; it is Christ in you, the hope for glory. It is he whom we proclaim, admonishing everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. Colossians…
View More Colossians 1:27-28 – April 25, 2020Romans 14:11 – April 23, 2020
for it is written: “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bend before me, and every tongue shall give praise to God.” Romans 14:11 NABRE In this section of the letter to the community at Rome, Paul is trying to reconcile two factions in the community. Paul refers…
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