As Paul begins this letter, in the first few verses he introduces himself, explains the world-wide scope of the Christian movement, and then tells the Colossians how he is praying for them. These prayers, especially, give us a window into the Apostle's heart, and help us understand what Christian discipleship is really all about.
In Today’s Top Ten List, we explore ten lessons from Paul praying on behalf of the Colossians. These include the importance of thankfulness, stressing obedience to the gospel, having knowledge of God’s will, and persistence. Scriptures referenced include Colossians 1:3-11; Philemon 1:23; 1 Corinthians 13; and Matthew 5:46-47.
In both the Old and New Testament, we see feminine imagery used to describe the love, care, and intervention of God in our lives....
Jonah, whose name means “dove” is the son of Amittai, a prophet from Gath-hepher in Zebulun, a territory in the Northern Kingdom of Israel....
Crucifixion was a brutal and humiliating form of execution used by ancient civilizations, such as the Persians, Egyptians, Assyrians, and Scythians, and later adopted...
