1. THE BOOK OF THESSALONIANS.

THE KINGSHIP OF JESUS. “JESUS IS KING.” First Thessalonians was penned by the  Apostle Paul, who founded this faithful Church in Thessalonica. It was one of his earliest letters he wrote of all his Epistles. Please look at the Book of Acts chapter 17 to understand its background. Paul and his co-worker Silas came toContinue reading “1. THE BOOK OF THESSALONIANS.”

2.THE BOOK OF COLOSSIANS.

THE FULLNESS OF CHRIST. The book of Colossians is a priceless little document. The dominant theme is the fullness we enjoy in Christ and how complete we are in Him.                          See chapter 1:9. Christ is the fullness of God to us, so we can walk worthily in Him. DOCTRINALLY: “THAT YOU MAY BE FILLED.“ JesusContinue reading “2.THE BOOK OF COLOSSIANS.”

1. THE BOOK OF COLOSSIANS.

GNOSTICISM. THE ERROR OF GNOSTICISM. Usually, my Mini Bible studies are more practical and devotional coupled with evangelism and encouragement. However, in this letter of Paul to the church at Colossi, the first three chapters are Theological, addressing the erroneous doctrine of Gnosticism. So today, we will examine this view, which permeated the Colossian ChurchContinue reading “1. THE BOOK OF COLOSSIANS.”

5. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.

JOY!!! “THE JOY OF THE LORD IS  YOUR STRENGTH.” Joy is a profound, enduring sense of happiness and contentment rooted in spiritual realities and faith in God rather than fleeting happiness based on circumstances. Yes, it is a fruit of the Holy Spirit often associated with God’s presence and His loving favour upon you andContinue reading “5. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.”

3. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.

STRENGTH, WEAKNESS. Causes of loss of strength. 1. ABUSE. Physical and Mental abuse over a long period will take a toll on your God-given health and strength.   Continuous corrections and critical comments will make you feel that everything you do is wrong. It will drain you of resilience and strength, making it difficult to believe inContinue reading “3. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.”

2. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.

“WHEN I’M WEAK, HE IS STRONG.”  “HEAL ME, LORD, AND I SHALL BE HEALED.” Jeremiah 17:14. “I CAN DO ALL THINGS THROUGH CHRIST WHO GIVES ME STRENGTH.” Phil 4:13. “All the promises in God in Him(Jesus) are YES! and AMEN (So be it) to the glory of God the Father.” “When I am weak,    HE ISContinue reading “2. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.”

1. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.

THE HAPPY EPISTLE! There are recurrent themes in this book of Philippians. Christian Joy and rejoicing. 4:18. The gain of knowing Christ. The examples of godly men, such as Timothy and Epaphras.                       And the example of Paul. What Christ means to the Believer. Chapter One. In this first chapter the key thought is, “For me toContinue reading “1. THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS.”

2. THE BOOK OF GALATIANS.

A TREASURE-TROVE IN  GALATIONS. The Epistle, besides being a red flag against legalism, is a treasure trove of up-building truths. Let’s discover some of them. Paul’s Theme in this EPISTLE was, The True Liberty of the Gospel. The Liberty of a “Love Service” in place of, “Law Bondage” The Liberty of “The Spirit” in placeContinue reading “2. THE BOOK OF GALATIANS.”