Via Emmaus (On the Road)

Further Resources   Colossians 3 (ESV) Put On the New Self 3 If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2 Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. 3 For you have died, and … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Colossians 3

Further Resources Colossians 2 (ESV) 2 For I want you to know how great a struggle I have for you and for those at Laodicea and for all who have not seen me face to face, 2 that their hearts may be encouraged, being knit together in love, to reach all the riches of full assurance of … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Colossians 2

Further Resources The Cross in Colossians Colossians 1:24: Suffering for the Sake of the Body (pt. 1) Colossians 1:24: Suffering for the Sake of the Body (pt. 2) Colossians 1 Greeting Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Colossians 1

Further Resources   Philippians 4 (ESV) Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. Exhortation, Encouragement, and Prayer 2 I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. 3 Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Philippians 4

Further Resources   Philippians 3 (ESV) Righteousness Through Faith in Christ 3 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. 2 Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. 3 For we … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Philippians 3

Further Resources Philippians 2:5-8: A Literary Structure Seeing the Streams of Scripture: A Biblical-Theological Approach to Philippians 2 Philippians 2 (ESV) Christ’s Example of Humility 2 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2 complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the … Continue reading...

Further Resources Philippians 1 (ESV) Greeting 1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Thanksgiving and Prayer 3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Philippians 1

Further Resources Living Long in the Land: Reading Ephesians 6:1–3 through the Lens of the New Covenant How to Apply the Land Promise to Children: A Case Study in Ephesians 6:1–3 Serving Two Masters: Does Ephesians 6:5 Contradict Matthew 6:24? Ephesians 6 (ESV) Children and Parents 6 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Roa...

Further Resources The Serrated Edge of Scripture: How God Uses Satire How Then Shall We Mock? Ten Principles for Wielding the Sword of Holy Satire Ten Words about Words: Getting a Grip on Godly Speech Ephesians 5 (ESV) Walk in Love 5 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. 2 And walk in love, as Christ … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Ephesians 5

Further Resources What Does Unity in the Church Look Like? Ten Truths from Ephesians 4 The Church as New Covenant Levites (Numbers 25; Malachi 2–3; Ephesians 4) Ephesians 4( ESV) Unity in the Body of Christ 4 I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Ephesians 4

Further Resources   Ephesians 3 (ESV) The Mystery of the Gospel Revealed 3 For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— 2 assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you, 3 how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Ephesians 3

Further Resources The Father Saves, The Son Suffers, The Spirit Speaks: Seeing the Trinity in Ephesians 1–3 Ephesians 2 (ESV) By Grace Through Faith 2 And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Ephesians 2

Further Resources The Father Saves, The Son Suffers, The Spirit Speaks: Seeing the Trinity in Ephesians 1–3 Ephesians 1 (ESV) Greeting 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God,To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Ephesians 1

Further Resources   Galatians 6 (ESV) Bear One Another’s Burdens 6 Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. 2 Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. 3 For if anyone thinks he … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 6

Further Resources   Galatians 5 (ESV) Christ Has Set Us Free 5 For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. 2 Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, Christ will be of no advantage to you. 3 I testify again to every … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 5

Further Resources Does Paul Interpret Moses Allegorically? A Few Lexical Notes on Galatians 4:24 Learning to Read Moses’ Allegory: Matthew Emerson on Galatians 4:21–31 and Paul’s Reading of the Pentateuch Galatians 4 (ESV) Sons and Heirs 4 I mean that the heir, as long as he is a child, is no different from a slave, though he is … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 4

Further Resources   Galatians 3 (ESV) By Faith, or by Works of the Law? 3 O foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? It was before your eyes that Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified. 2 Let me ask you only this: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law or by hearing with faith? … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 3

Further Resources   Galatians 2 (ESV) Paul Accepted by the Apostles 2 Then after fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, taking Titus along with me. 2 I went up because of a revelation and set before them (though privately before those who seemed influential) the gospel that I proclaim among the Gentiles, in … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 2

Further Resources   Galatians 1 (ESV) Greeting 1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, To the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: Galatians 1

Further Resources   2 Corinthians 13 (ESV) Final Warnings 13 This is the third time I am coming to you. Every charge must be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. 2 I warned those who sinned before and all the others, and I warn them now while absent, as I did when present on … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 13

Further Resources   2 Corinthians 12 (ESV) Paul’s Visions and His Thorn 12 I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 12

Further Resources 2 Corinthians 11 (ESV) Paul and the False Apostles 11 I wish you would bear with me in a little foolishness. Do bear with me! 2 For I feel a divine jealousy for you, since I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ. 3 But I am afraid that … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 11

Further Resources   2 Corinthians 10 (ESV) Paul Defends His Ministry 10 I, Paul, myself entreat you, by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you, but bold toward you when I am away!— 2 I beg of you that when I am present I may not have to show … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 10

Further Resources   2 Corinthians 9 (ESV) The Collection for Christians in Jerusalem 9 Now it is superfluous for me to write to you about the ministry for the saints, 2 for I know your readiness, of which I boast about you to the people of Macedonia, saying that Achaia has been ready since last year. And … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 9

Further Resources   2 Corinthians 8 (ESV) Encouragement to Give Generously 8 We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, 2 for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their … Continue reading Via Emmaus on the Road: 2 Corinthians 8