Questions tagged [paul]
The Apostle Paul was one of the leaders of early Christianity, founder of many Christian congregations, and the author of several "letters" now found in the New Testament.
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In regards to Galatians 4:5 and the Greek [closed]
I’m trying to see if I have a good case or if I am using the wrong text to prove my case.
that He might redeem those under the law, that we might receive the
adoption as sons.
Does Galatians 4:5 - ...
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What is the difference between being “dead to sin” and “dead in sin” in the New Testament? [duplicate]
The New Testament uses two similar but seemingly distinct expressions:
“dead to sin” (e.g., Romans 6:2, 6:11)
“dead in trespasses and sins” (e.g., Ephesians 2:1, Colossians 2:13)
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Based on current scholarly research, is there evidence that Gospel writers were influenced by Pauline theology in how they shaped Jesus’ crucifixion?
I welcome correction if I’m mistaken from a mainstream scholarly perspective. I understand reasonable scholars may disagree or vary on precise dates, but I’m asking with reference to general consensus....
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How should we understand Matt 23:39 in the context of Paul allegedly seeing Jesus?
Matt 23:39 -
For I tell you, you will not see me again, until you say, ‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
Jesus clearly states not only to those who followed him but to those that ...
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Did Paul Include Jewish Leaders as "Higher Authorities" in Romans 13:1?
Romans 13
1 Let every person be subordinate to the higher authorities, for
there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been
established by God.
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In 1 Corinthians 7:8, does ἀγάμοις (agamois) refer to all unmarried people or specifically to widowers?
In many evangelical-conservative circles it is often said that people should marry quickly if they struggle with sexual desire, because “it is better to marry than to burn with passion.” This idea is ...
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What is the meaning and significance of 'severe suffering' in 1 Thessalonians 1:6?
1 Thessalonians 1:6 (NIV)
You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.
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How would St Paul comprehensively define ' The Gospel '? [closed]
St Paul says in 1 Cor 15:1-4:
Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. By this gospel you are saved, ...
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What does “the good confession” (καλὴν ὁμολογίαν) mean in 1 Timothy 6:13?
1Tim 6:13:
"I charge you before God who gives life to all things and Christ Jesus who made his good confession before Pontius Pilate,"
What does “the good confession” (καλὴν ὁμολογίαν) ...
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What is “the mystery of the gospel” that Paul wants to make known boldly?
What does Paul mean by “the mystery of the gospel” in Ephesians 6:19:
the core message of salvation in Christ,
or more specifically the revelation that Jews and Gentiles are fellow heirs in one body?
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(I Cor 2:16) Do we "have" the mind of Christ (or, do we "have access" to the mind of Christ?)
Do we "have" the mind of Christ or, do we "have access" to the mind of Christ?
What did I Corinthians 2:16, in Greek, intend to convey?
(He is the head, and we as believers are His ...
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(I Cor 11:1, Mt 4:19) How was Paul's call similar or different from Jesus' call?
How was Paul's call similar or different from Jesus' call? (What was Paul's purpose, and what was Jesus' purpose?)
(I Cor 11:1 KJV) Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.
(Mt 4:19 KJV) ...
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1 Cor 15:3,4 - Are the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ amongst the first things?
Should ἐν πρώτοις be translated as "amongst the first things?"
I noticed recently noticed for the first time that the word for foremost in English is in the plural. Very few translations ...
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Was Paul discouraging sects in 2 Tim 4:3, "gathering itching ears"? [duplicate]
Sound doctrine is important. Was Paul discouraging "sects" in 2 Tim 4:3 by this idea of gathering teachers who were teaching unsound doctrine? I am interested in Paul's warnings against this ...
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(Galatians 3:1-3) Is there any evidence that these statements by Paul showed his concern about James' teaching in Jerusalem?
Galatians 3:1-3 (BSB):
1O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified.
2I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you ...
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