Introduction to Paul’s Letter to the Philippians(click the image above)
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The Prison Epistles
(Philippians – Ephesians – Colossians – Philemon) Introduction to the Prison Epistles(click the image above)
Introduction to the Prison Epistles
by Jeff Dominguez Welcome to our new Bible study series! For this year, we will study the so-called PRISON EPISTLES of the Apostle Paul. What are these? The Prison Epistles are Paul’s letters to the Philippians, Ephesians, Colossians, and one personal letter to Philemon (who also live in Colossae). These 3 churches were the onesContinue reading “Introduction to the Prison Epistles”
IS MATTHEW 6:33 A QUID PRO QUO?
by Jeff Dominguez In Matthew 6:33, Jesus said: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” This is a very well-known verse in the Bible and is a favorite among many Christians. And why not? this verse is one of the most comforting wordsContinue reading “IS MATTHEW 6:33 A QUID PRO QUO?”
WHY RUSSIA IS NOT THE ENEMY
An Unpopular Opinion Regarding the On-Going Russo-Ukrainian War by Jeff Dominguez Last February 24, 2022, Russia’s President, Vladimir Putin, launched a full-scale attack in an attempt to invade their neighbor country, Ukraine. This caused immediate chaos and panic across Ukraine and has made the entire world worried. International leaders joined forces to convince Vladimir PutinContinue reading “WHY RUSSIA IS NOT THE ENEMY”
Chapter 13
THE BATTLE FOR CHURCH LEADERSHIP IN CORINTH ARC Chapter 13 – PAUL’S FINAL WARNINGS AND GREETINGS Outline: Chapter 13 concludes both the letter and the final arc of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. In this arc, Paul addresses the rebellious Christians in Corinth who refuse to respect his leadership and prefer the super-apostles instead.Continue reading “Chapter 13”
Chapter 12
THE BATTLE FOR CHURCH LEADERSHIP IN CORINTH Chapter 12 – PAUL’S VISIONS AND HIS THORN Outline: Chapter 12 continues the final arc of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. In this arc, chapters 10 to 13, Paul addresses the rebellious Christians in Corinth who refuse to respect his leadership and prefer the super-apostles instead. InContinue reading “Chapter 12”
Chapter 11
THE BATTLE FOR CHURCH LEADERSHIP IN CORINTH Chapter 11 – PAUL vs THE SUPER-APOSTLES Outline: Chapter 11 continues the final arc of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. In this arc, chapters 10 to 13, Paul addresses the rebellious Christians in Corinth who refuse to respect his leadership and prefer the super-apostles instead. In thisContinue reading “Chapter 11”
Chapter 10
THE BATTLE FOR CHURCH LEADERSHIP IN CORINTH Chapter 10 – PAUL DEFENDS HIS MINISTRY Outline: This chapter begins the final arc of Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. In this arc, chapters 10 to 13, Paul addresses the rebellious Christians in Corinth who refuse to respect his leadership and prefer the Super Apostles instead. InContinue reading “Chapter 10”
Chapter 09
THE THEOLOGY OF GIVING Part 02 – Chapter 09: THE CHEERFUL GIVER Outline: PRELUDE: Chapters 8 and 9 of 2nd Corinthians constitute a new section with a new topic: THE THEOLOGY OF GIVING. In this section, Paul followed up and reiterated his teaching about giving. At the end of his first letter to the Corinthians,Continue reading “Chapter 09”