For as Christ’s sufferings overflow to us, so through Christ does our encouragement also overflow. 2 Corinthians 1:5 NABRE Paul is writing to the community at Corinth, addressing questions and issues in this very lively community. At the opening of the letter Paul is thankful and encouraging for the community.…
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First of all, then, I ask that supplications, prayers, petitions, and thanksgivings be offered for everyone, for kings and for all in authority, that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all devotion and dignity. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 NABRE Paul is writing to Timothy concerning the church in…
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This is why you also pay taxes, for the authorities are ministers of God, devoting themselves to this very thing. Romans 13:6 NABRE Paul is giving instruction on Christian living. God grants authority for legitimate government to establish rules and punish criminal behavior. Christians must submit to the civil authorities…
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For in it is revealed the righteousness of God from faith to faith; as it is written, “The one who is righteous by faith will live.” Romans 1:17 NABRE Paul is boldly speaking about the gospel, the Good News that shares the message of Jesus. Jesus comes and tells us…
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To this end he has [also] called you through our gospel to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thessalonians 2:14 NABRE The author of this second letter to Thessalonica is giving thanks to God for those who have been chosen from the beginning for salvation. They have…
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