Grace in Focus – July/August 2008
One of the Ten Most Misunderstood Words in the Bible: Eternal Life
Okay, I realize this is actually two words in English (and in Greek). However, it still fits as one of the most misunderstood words in the Bible. It is misunderstood in a number of ways. Most Miss It’s Eternality If you talk with a typical churchgoer today, most will tell you that you can lose
Transformation Is Not Guaranteed by the New Birth
By Dwight Hunt The following is from Dwight’s commentary on Second Corinthians in the soon-to-be released one-volume Grace NT Commentary that GES is producing. 3:18. Unlike the diminishing glory that characterized the face of Moses after he met with the Lord, we all—all believers, not just one man, Moses—are being transformed as we gaze intently
Interpersonal Reconciliation outside Social Boundaries: Philemon 8-14
By Greg Sapaugh *The following is part of Greg’s commentary in the Grace New Testament Commentary. Paul begins his intercession for Onesimus with an appeal based on love rather than command. Paul’s boldness in Christ, perhaps reflecting his apostolic authority, takes a back seat to Christian love and fellowship. Paul’s reminder of his age and
Perseverance of the Saints Colossians 1:21-23
By Shawn Leach *The following is part of Shawn’s commentary on Colossians that will appear in our Grace NT Commentary which we hope to release at the end of this year. Effective discipleship cannot take place without a proper understanding not only of who Christ is but also of who we are in relation to