Explore Galatians 3:1-14 and discover how Abraham's faith, not works of the law, is the model for justification. The blessing of Abraham extends to all who believe.
Category: Biblical Studies
Lesson 13: Called unto Holiness — 1 Thessalonians 4:5-8
Paul warns believers: God called you to holiness, not uncleanness. Explore 1 Thessalonians 4:5-8 on defrauding, God as avenger, and the Holy Spirit's role.
Supplemental Study: Building a Healthy Church
Paul’s closing instructions in 1 Thessalonians form a blueprint for healthy church life, from respecting leaders to rejoicing always.
Supplemental Study: Hope Beyond the Grave
Paul's teaching on the return of Christ and the resurrection of believers offers comfort, hope, and clarity for every generation of Christians.
Why You Cannot Understand Christianity without the Intertestamental World
The four hundred years between the Testaments shaped the language, theology, and world into which Jesus was born. Persian mystery, Greek philosophy, and Roman law still shape Christian thought today.
Lesson 12: God's Will for Your Life: Sanctification — 1 Thessalonians 4:1-4
What is God's will for your life? Paul answers plainly in 1 Thessalonians 4:1-4: it is your sanctification. Discover the call to daily holiness.
Supplemental Study: Paul's Heart for the Thessalonians
Paul’s deep pastoral love for the Thessalonians reveals what genuine Christian care looks like, and how love strengthens faith in times of trial.
Understanding the Ancient World: Why Biblical Context Matters
The Bible was written in a specific historical and cultural context. Understanding the ancient Near Eastern world transforms how we read Scripture.