In our Greek Word Devotional series, we discuss some of our favorite passages in the Bible, focusing on the specific use of certain Greek words. Let’s see how Matthew 10:28 uses phobeō or fear: “Don’t fear those who kill the body but are not able to kill the soul; rather, fear him who is able … [Read More…]
What Do You Want Me to Do for You?
A blind man named Bartimaeus came to Jesus. Jesus asked him, “What do you want me to do for you?” “Well, duh! Hello! I’m blind!” Did Jesus ask a stupid question? Not if you think about it. The Nature of Jesus’s Questions Whenever Jesus asked a question, he was not looking for information. He is … [Read More…]
Greek Word Devos–enkataleipō
In our Greek Word Devotional series, we discuss some of our favorite passages in the Bible, focusing on the specific use of certain Greek words. As we celebrate Easter, we wanted to look at Mark 15:34. And at three Jesus cried out with a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lemà sabachthàni?” which is translated, “My God, … [Read More…]