and indeed you do so toward all the brothers who are in all Macedonia. But we urge you, brothers, that you increase even more; Truth to Learn We need to greatly increase our love for all Christians. Behind the Words The words “you do” are translated from the Greek...
1 Thessalonians 3:12 – Growing, Overflowing Love
And may the Lord make you to increase and abound in love unto one another and unto all, just as we do unto you, Truth to Learn All Christians need to grow in our love for others. Behind the Words Kurios is the Greek word translated “Lord.” It is...
1 Corinthians 3:6 – Farmers and Gardeners
I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase. Truth to Learn We are called to be servants, planting seeds and nourishing the church. God will do the rest. Behind the Words PhuteuĊ is the Greek verb translated “planted.” It is derived from phuton (a plant), which is itself derived...
1 Thessalonians 4:10 – Increase Your Love
and indeed you do so toward all the brethren who are in all Macedonia. But we urge you, brethren, that you increase more and more; Truth to Learn We need to greatly increase our love for all Christians. Behind the Words The words “you do” are translated from the Greek...