This episode explores a dangerous tendency many of us have when we read Scripture that may lead us to expect things out of the Christian life that may not be Biblical.
I admit this was a hard episode for me to put together because I am neither knowledgeable or experienced on these topics> I chose to share things I found and thoughts I came across to better understand Paul’s address on them. This focuses on Colossians 3:20-4:6.
I used the Tony Evans Study Bible CSB version along with a few commentaries and interlinear bibles that are also available free of charge to you online. Remember to always invest in studying these topics yourself!
In this podcast we discuss some things I learned about the Biblical functions of wives and husbands to the best of my ability after using biblical dictionaries to better understand wording that has made me feel negatively in the past. Some of my opinions are inserted here. Read Colossians 3:18-19 and Ephesians 5: 22-35ish, pray and study it.
We continue in Colossians 3 verses 10 to 17 and we discuss the character qualities Paul tells us to “put on”as new creatures in Christ. For deeper personal study, look up the following words: oiktirmos, chrestotes, tapeinophrosune, prautes, makrothymia, agape, and eucharistos.
References:
1) KJV Everyday Study Bible, (2018) Holman Bible Publishers
2) Blue Letter Bible; interlinear bible; strong's
3) Vine’s Expository dictionary
In Colossians 3, Paul introduces actions we need to starve out or remove from our “modus operandi”. We do not go into anger or wrath in this episode. I missed those for some reason.
References:
1) KJV Everyday Study Bible, (2018) Holman Bible Publishers
2) Blue Letter Bible; interlinear bible; strong's
3) Colossians 3:1-9
4) Vine’s Expository dictionary
5) Merriam Webster
In this episode, I share some things that stood out to me during study. As usual, I urge you to read the passage and check out any sources I place here.
References:
1) KJV Everyday Study Bible, (2018) Holman Bible Publishers
2) Blue Letter Bible; interlinear bible
3) Tyler Dawn, (2017) “Is Handwashing Commanded?”.The Ancient Bridge
4) Exodus 30:17-21
5) Mark 7:5-23
6) Colossians 2
This episode I focus on talking about the danger of making interpretations with incomplete perspective or information when it pertains to Bible study.
While going through these verses, I was intrigued by the word “first born” that Paul uses to describe Christ in verse 15. We talk about what that term actually means in this episode.
Sources
Im sharing things I learned through a deep dive of this book. Read the portion before or after listening to this. Most scholars believe Colossians was written by Paul in prison. He wrote to the early church of Colosse and a big focus of the book is the preeminence of Christ and the importance of Him in life. The following are a set of summarized points I talk through:
a) Our hope is in Christ.
b) I must bear fruit to show myself worthy of His sacrifice.
c) Good works do not get you into Heaven, but they do please God when done for the right reasons.
d) Knowledge, understanding, and wisdom are not synonyms and neither are God's will, your purpose, and your success.
e) Patience is not just waiting; it is enduring while we abide under and obey what we have been told to do in the season we are in. It's not patience if you are not being obedient.
f) Long-suffering is similar to patience but distinct from it in that it involves self-restraint while provoked amidst the enduring.
g) Joy (not happiness) is a fruit of the HS based on the person of JC and the understanding that He is good, trustworthy, and in control while we endure through. It is not circumstantial.
Sources:
1. Colossians 1:1-14
2. The Blue Letter Bible
3. Vine's Expository Dictionary
4. David Guzik's commentary
5. "Theology you can count on", Dr. Tony Evans
6. "Holier Than Thou", Jackie Hill Perry
Cuando escuchamos una palabra, usualmente nos viene una idea, concepto o imágen de alguna índole. ¿Qué viene a tu mente cuando escuchas la palabra “pecado”? ¿Qué significa esta palabra realmente? Si no conocemos/entendemos el significado de esta palabra, tendrémos problemas comprendiendo el evangelio y cuán grande es la misericordia de Dios. Exploremos este tema hoy.
Referencias
Vines Expository Bible Dictionary: definiciones de la palabra “pecado” de sus palabras raíz en el viejo y nuevo testamento
Kyota Ko: Etymologia de la frase “Tadaima modorimashita”; @themetroclassic (IG)
Romanos 7:18 | Jeremías 17:9 | Juan 3:16 | Romanos 3:23 | Romanos 6:23 | Efesios 2:8-9 | Proverbios 14:12 | Romanos 5:8 | Romanos 10:13
There is usually a concept, picture or idea that we get when we hear a word. What comes to mind when you hear the word “sin”? What does it really mean? If we do not fully understand the depth of this word, we may not adequately understand the Gospel and why God has been so good to us. We explore this on today’s episode.
References
Vines Expository Bible Dictionary: definitions of sin from their root words in the OT and NT
Kyota Ko: Etymology of “Tadaima modorimashita” phrase; @themetroclassic (IG)
Romans 7:18 | Jeremiah 17:9 | John 3:16 | Romans 3:23 | Romans 6:23 | Ephesians 2:8-9 | Proverbs 14:12 | Romans 5:8 | Romans 10:13
¿Cuál es el propósito del bautismo por agua? Referencias:
En Hechos 2:38, ¿por qué Pedro dice que el bautismo de agua es necesario para salvación? Que quiere decir?
a) el significado de la palabra “eis” tiene varias aplicaciones “para/con vista a” o “por"
b) Hechos 2:41 El evangelio es recibido y gente se salva antes del bautismo con agua.
c) Hechos 2:44 “todos que habían creído” enfoca en los que expresaron creencia en el evangelio y eran parte de la iglesia primitiva, no solo se refería a personas bautizadas
d) Hechos 10:47 Los creyentes gentiles recibieron el Espíritu Santo antes del bautismo con agua.
e) ICor 1:17 Pablo separa el evangelio de el bautismo con agua.
Rom 1:16 El evangelio salva.
f) Mateo 3:15 Jesus le llama al bautismo una obra de justicia. En Tito 3:5 dice que SU misericordia es la que nos salva y redime, no las obras de justicia.
g) Marcos 16:16 and John 3:18 Salvación o condenación se determinan por creencia en Jesucristo y el evangelio, NO por bautismo por agua.
Fuentes/Libros:
1. Dr. Tony Evans; “Theology You Can Count On”; Moody Publishers 2008; pgs 378-387
2. Norman L. Geisler;”A Popular Survey of the New Testament” Baker Books 2007; pg 116-117
What is water baptism for? References Acts 2:41 & 8:34-36 water baptism= visible transaction to show spiritual transaction that already happened at salvation Matt 28:18-20 Baptism is an ordinance Does Peter say water baptism is needed for salvation in Acts 2:38? References a) the word “eis”can mean “for” or “because of" b) ACts 2:41 Gospel received before baptism c) Acts 2:44 “all” meant early church who believed, not baptized folks only d) Acts 10:47 Gentile believers received HS before baptism e) ICor 1:17 Paul separates baptism/Gospel Rom 1:16 the Gospel saves f) Matt 3:15 Jesus calls Hs baptism a “ work of righteousness” and Titus 3:5 says HIs mercy saves NOT works of righteousness g) Mark 16:16 and John 3:18 Salvation or condemnation is determined by belief, NOT baptism. Book References: 1. Dr. Tony Evans; “Theology You Can Count On”; Moody Publishers 2008; pgs 378-387 2. Norman L. Geisler;”A Popular Survey of the New Testament” Baker Books 2007; pg 116-117
Hoy hablamos sobre el bautismo. Les comparto adjetivos que la Biblia usa cuando se refiere al bautismo y separamos el bautismo del Espíritu Santo del bautismo por agua. Todo lo que escuches fue influenciado o informado por la Palabra y dos libros que use de referencia.
Adjetivos Bíblicos sobre bautismo: Único Efesios 4:4-5 | Universal ICor 12:13 | Nueva vida e Identidad Rom6:1-5 | Unidad Efesios 4:3 | Abilidad ICor 12:7,11 | Nueva Naturaleza IICor 5:17 I Cor 3: creyentes ya bautizados por el Espíritu demostraban división y se comportaban carnalmente. Referencias: 1. Dr. Tony Evans; “Theology You Can Count On”; Moody Publishers 2008; pgs 378-387 2. Norman L. Geisler;”A Popular Survey of the New Testament” Baker Books 2007; pg 116-117
Today we introduce baptism. I share some things about baptism and it’s adjectives in Scripture I learned studying the Word and using 2 good guide book referenced below. Anything shared here comes from Scripture and 2 books that helped me understand the subject better.
Baptism adjectives references:
Book References:
1. Dr. Tony Evans; “Theology You Can Count On”; Moody Publishers 2008; pgs 378-387
2. Norman L. Geisler;”A Popular Survey of the New Testament” Baker Books 2007; pg 116-117