Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk Order Concerning Office 1 Timothy 3 1 Timothy 3. In this chapter we come to the subject of office, or church leadership. In the previous chapter Paul had explained that women were not to usurp authority over men, but to be in silence. But this does not mean that all men are […]
Related: Spiritual Gifts; House of God Three Spheres of Christian Activity. What God has asked the believer to do (i.e. Christian activity) can be largely divided into three spheres: office, gift, and priesthood. When all of these spheres are maintained in their proper order, the result is the God is glorified and His people […]
Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk Conduct of Elders and Closing Remarks 1 Peter 5 1 Peter 5. In this final chapter of the epistle, Peter gives some closing exhortations and salutations. Among them are exhortations concerning oversight in the assembly, and concerning the attacks of the devil. This chapter is full of immense practical value for believers, […]
Bk Sec Outline Sec Bk The Work in Iconium, Lystra and Derbe Acts 14 Acts 14. This chapter records the continuation and completion of Paul and Barnabas’ first missionary journey. In Iconium, their bold preaching brought many to faith, though Jewish opposition forced them to flee. At Lystra, the healing of a lame man demonstrated the power […]