For one believes he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats only vegetables. Truth to Learn Arguing about unimportant things is destructive, not edifying. Behind the Words The word “believes” is translated from the verb pisteuō, meaning “to trust, to have faith in, or to believe.”...
Romans 10:14 – You’re the Preacher
How then can they call on the one in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching? Truth to Learn The responsibility of sharing the Gospel message falls upon everyone who has...
Romans 4:18 – Faithful Expectation
who, contrary to hope, in hope believed, so that he became the father of many nations, according to what was spoken, "So shall your descendants be." Truth to Learn Abraham’s faith was an unwavering, fully-expectant faith. Behind the Words The word translated “hope” is the Greek word elpis, which...
Romans 4:5 – Gift of Righteousness
But to him who does not work but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness, Truth to Learn It is our faith that God reckons as righteousness, not our works. Behind the Words “Believes” is from pisteuō. This is the verb form of...
Romans 3:2 – The Entrusted Word
Much in every way! Primarily, because the oracles of God were entrusted to them. Truth to Learn God entrusts His message to those He loves. Behind the Words “Primarily” is translated from prōton, which means “first in time, place, order, or importance.” Since Paul does not enumerate further, this...
1 Peter 2:7 – Foundational Judge
Therefore, to you who believe, is the preciousness; but to the unbelieving ones, "the stone which the builders rejected became the head of the corner," Truth to Learn What you believe about Jesus determines the role He plays in your life, both now and eternally. Behind the Words The...
1 Peter 1:21 – Eternal Hope
who through Him believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and gave Him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God. Truth to Learn It is through Christ that we believe unto salvation, and our hope for eternity rests with God and God alone. Behind...
2 Thessalonians 2:12 – Truth Rejected
that they all might be judged who did not believe the truth but were well pleased with unrighteousness. Truth to Learn Judgment is coming! We need to spread the good news now. Behind the Words The words “they … may be judged” are translated from the Greek verb krinō,...
1 Thessalonians 4:14 – Returning With Him
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. Truth to Learn Christians who have died will come with Jesus at the rapture. Behind the Words There are three classes of conditional clauses (if statements) contained...
1 Thessalonians 2:4 – Be a God Pleaser
But as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, even so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tests our hearts. Truth to Learn Proclaim the simple truth and seek God’s approval alone. Behind the Words “Approved” is translated from the Greek...
Ephesians 1:19 – Incredible Mighty Power!
and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power Truth to Learn God has already demonstrated how valuable we are to Him. Behind the Words “Exceeding” is from the Greek verb huperballō, which is made up of...
Ephesians 1:13 – Seal of Ownership
In Him you also hoped, having heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, Truth to Learn God has branded us as His property and His children. Behind the Words The word “hoped”...
James 2:19 – One God Faith
You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe—and tremble! Truth to Learn Faith is necessary for salvation, but what you have faith in is crucial, and the proof of that faith will be your good works. Behind the Words The word here translated as...
1 Corinthians 3:5 – Leader or Servant?
Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers through whom you believed, as the Lord gave to each one? Truth to Learn A pastor leads by being an example of a humble servant. Behind the Words The Greek word translated “who” is tis, an interrogative pronoun meaning “who?”...
2 Thessalonians 2:12 – Truth Rejected
that they all may be condemned who did not believe the truth but had pleasure in unrighteousness. Truth to Learn Judgment is coming! We need to spread the good news now. Behind the Words The words “they … may be condemned” are translated from the Greek verb krinō, which means...
1 Thessalonians 4:14 – Returning With Him
For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus. Truth to Learn Christians who have died will come with Jesus at the rapture. Behind the Words There are three classes of conditional clauses (if statements) contained in...
1 Thessaloninas 2:4 – Be a God Pleaser
But as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, even so we speak, not as pleasing men, but God who tests our hearts. Truth to Learn Proclaim the simple truth and seek God’s approval alone. Behind the Words “Approved” is translated from the Greek word...
Ephesians 1:19 – Incredible Mighty Power!
Ephesians 1:19 - Incredible Mighty Power! and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power Truth to Learn God has already demonstrated how valuable we are to Him. Behind the Words “Exceeding” is from the Greek verb huperballō,...
Ephesians 1:13 – Seal of Approval
Ephesians 1:13 - Seal of Approval In Him you also trusted, after you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, Truth to Learn God has branded us as His property and His children....
Romans 14:2 – Food or Faith?
Romans 14:2 - Food or Faith? For one believes he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats only vegetables. Truth to Learn Arguing about unimportant things is destructive, not edifying. Behind the Words The word “believes” is translated from the verb pisteuō, meaning “to trust, to have...
Romans 10:14 – You’re the Preacher
Romans 10:14 - You're the Preacher How then shall they call on Him in whom they have not believed? And how shall they believe in Him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a preacher? Truth to Learn The responsibility of sharing the Gospel message...
Romans 6:8 – Eternal Living with Christ
Romans 6:8 Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with Him, Truth to Learn We are currently living an eternal life with Christ. Behind the Words The word translated “believe” is pisteuō, which means “to believe” or “to have faith.” It is not simply...