Tag Archives: persecution

March 27, 2012

Posted on March 27, 2012 by jgarrott

Mark 13:10 “And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.” There is a seemingly minor turn of phrase that is presented in the Japanese but is missing in the NIV: “In this way.” Christians in “advanced” countries don’t … Continue reading →

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September 19, 2011

Posted on September 20, 2011 by jgarrott

2 Timothy 3:12 In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. I doubt that this is very many people’s favorite Scripture! However, unless this is made clear, too many earnest new Christians … Continue reading →

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August 29, 2011

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 13:45 When the Jews saw the crowds, they were filled with jealousy and talked abusively against what Paul was saying. Jealousy has got to be one of the least beneficial emotions in the human repertoire. I see it as … Continue reading →

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