Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of flesh and spirit, making holiness perfect in the fear of God. 2 Corinthians 7:1 NABRE In the Second Letter to the Corinthians Paul is addressing some concerns in the community as he prepares a trip to…
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Romans 12:21 – October 30, 2018
Do not be conquered by evil but conquer evil with good. Romans 12:21 NABRE Paul is writing to the followers of Jesus in Rome ahead of a visit he is planning. The letter is about sin and salvation, the work of the triune God to raise the family of Adam…
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for we walk by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:7 NABRE Paul is speaking to the community at Corinth. Chapter five addresses resurrection of the body. He says when we are at home in our body, we are away from the Lord. Our true home is with the Lord.…
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I, then, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love, striving to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace: Ephesians 4:1-3 NABRE …
View More Ephesians 4:1-3 – October 25, 2018Philippians 4:8 – October 21, 2018
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Philippians 4:8 NABRE Paul’s Letter to the Philippians is personal, revealing details about…
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