Simple Answers From Biblical Truths
Close exegetical study of this passage will help us understand the principles that God has given to inform and guide the Church's love and compassion. 1 Timothy 5:3–16 (CSB) — 3 Support widows who are genuinely in need. 4 But if any widow has children or grandchildren, let them learn to practice godliness toward their …
1st Timothy 2:8-12 (CSB) 8 Therefore, I want the men in every place to pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or argument. 9 Also, the women are to dress themselves in modest clothing, with decency and good sense, not with elaborate hairstyles, gold, pearls, or expensive apparel, 10 but with good works, as is …
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The question is often asked, “can an Arminian / Calvinist attend a Calvinist / Arminian church?” This question is asked by Christians who move, perhaps to small town, and discover that the only evangelical church holds different theological convictions than they do. The question deals with very serious issues related to how unity in worship …
Our view of Biblical inspiration will determine what hermeneutics we apply to it, how much priority we give to it, and how much authority and reverence we render to it. Errors in how we understand the question of Biblical inspiration have vast ramifications for our faith that can undermine our preaching, our witness, and our …
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1 Timothy 1:1 (NASB95) — 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, who is our hope, 1 Timothy 1:1 (ESV) — 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, 1 Timothy 1:1 …
CREATED IN THE IMAGE OF GOD Genesis 1:27 (CSB) So God created man in his own image; he created him in the image of God; he created them male and female. True Biblical womanhood begins with understanding how the feminine expression of human nature displays the glory and image of God. The first and greatest …
1st Timothy 2:1-2, 8 (CSB) First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, 2 for kings and all those who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity... 8 Therefore, I want the men in every place to pray, …
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