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God’s Greatest Gifts – 2 Corinthians 1, 4, 5 Commentary

Posted on December 9, 2024 by dkoop

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! 2 Corinthians 9:15 (NIV) Paul used the Greek word for “gift” that is commonly used for Jesus’ gift of righteousness (see Romans 5:15), Paul certainly was thanking God here for Jesus’ gift … Continue reading →

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Galatians Review

Posted on November 12, 2024 by dkoop

Why is Galatians so important? In advance of the Jerusalem Council, Paul’s letter speaks wisdom and clarity into the first real controversy that plagued the church in its early years—the relationship between Christian Jews and Christian Gentiles. Paul’s aggressive tone … Continue reading →

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Good News! Galatians 1:1-10 Commentary

Posted on October 15, 2024 by dkoop

The year was probably a.d. 49. Paul and Barnabas had just completed their first missionary journey (Acts 13:2-14:28). By their standards, it must have been a whirlwind adventure. Following a brief stay on the island of Cyprus, they had visited … Continue reading →

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Faith that Works – James 2:14-26

Posted on September 17, 2024 by dkoop

There is a historical account of a tight rope walker by the name of Blondin who stretched a long steel cable across Niagara Falls. During high winds and without a safety net, he walked and did stunts across the tightrope … Continue reading →

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