The apostle Paul begins each of his letters with some variation of the greeting “grace and peace.” Many of us have read this many times that we haven’t considered why he might be doing this. Even theologians and biblical commentators often brush it off as not too important, saying it is his “greeting” which was similar to a common greeting of the day, then moving on.
A look at the repeated biblical theme: “little by little”. It’s about the commitment to obey as best as one is able, regardless of...
As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything,...
Jesus said to him, “Truly, I tell you, this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny me three times.” Matthew 26:34 (ESV)
