Tag Archives: Gentiles

Philippians – The Background and History

Posted on September 27, 2025 by dkoop

Joy is the theme of the book of Philippians! Here’s the background and historical events surrounding this great New Testament book. AUTHOR:  Paul: apostle of Christ, courageous missionary, church planter, gifted teacher and author, articulate apologist, theologian and example for … Continue reading →

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Division Over Personal Responsibility – 1 Corinthians 10

Posted on October 19, 2023 by dkoop

Have you ever been overconfident? One of the surest ways to fall into temptation and sin is to become overconfident. Paul tells the Corinthians that abusing their freedom in Christ not only harmed weaker believers whose consciences were offended but … Continue reading →

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Ministry Matters – Romans 15-16

Posted on September 27, 2023 by dkoop

As we wrap up the book of Romans we see that one of the key words in chapter 15 and 16 is “ministry.”  Paul used three different Greek words to discuss the theme. In Romans 15:8, 25, 31; and 16:1, … Continue reading →

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God’s Sovereignty – Romans 9

Posted on September 19, 2023 by dkoop

It is remarkable how Paul moved from the joy of Romans 8 into the sorrow and burden of Romans 9. . When he looked at Christ, he rejoiced; but when he looked at the lost people of Israel, he wept. The end of chapter … Continue reading →

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