Letters2 Corinthians 12:1–4
Paul’s Revelation
In this short part of 2 Corinthians, Paul mentions visions and revelations but does so carefully.
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LettersLetters2 Corinthians 12:5–10
Paul’s Thorn and God’s Grace
In this part of Paul’s letter, he explains why he will not build his reputation on impressive experiences.
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Letters2 Corinthians 12:11–21
Paul’s Concern for the Corinthians
Paul explains why he has spoken about himself and shows that his concern is not money or reputation, but the good of the Corinthian believers.
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Letters2 Corinthians 13:1–10
Examine Yourselves
Paul urges the Corinthians to test themselves honestly. In these verses, he explains why he is warning them before he arrives and shows that his goal is not harshness for its own sake, but their strengthening in Christ.
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Letters2 Corinthians 13:11–14
Benediction and Farewell
These closing lines end the letter with short commands, shared greetings, and a blessing. The passage is brief, yet it highlights joy, peace, holy relationships, and the grace, love, and fellowship spoken over everyone.
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LettersGalatians 1:1–5
Paul’s Greeting to the Galatians
These opening words of Galatians are a greeting, but they already say important things about Paul, Jesus Christ, God the Father, and the gospel.
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LettersGalatians 1:6–9
No Other Gospel
These verses give a sharp warning about changing the good news. The writer treats this as a serious departure, because the message first received is connected with the call in the grace of Christ.
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LettersGalatians 1:10–24
Paul Preaches the Gospel
In this part of Galatians, Paul explains why his message and ministry are centred on God’s approval, not human praise.
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LettersGalatians 2:1–10
The Council at Jerusalem
In this part of Galatians, Paul explains a visit to Jerusalem and why it mattered for the Good News he preached.
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LettersGalatians 2:11–21
Paul Confronts Cephas
Paul describes a sharp confrontation with Cephas in Antioch and uses it to explain a central truth of the good news: people are made right with God through faith in Jesus Christ, not by works of the law.
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LettersGalatians 3:1–9
Faith and Belief
Galatians 3:1 to 9 uses urgent questions to contrast works of the law with hearing of faith.
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LettersGalatians 3:10–14
Christ Has Redeemed Us
These verses explain why relying on law-keeping does not bring justification before God, and how Christ redeemed us so that Abraham’s blessing and the promised Spirit come through faith.
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LettersGalatians 3:15–25
The Purpose of the Law
Paul explains the purpose of the law without letting it replace God’s earlier promise. He compares a confirmed covenant with the law, then shows how the law relates to sin, faith and Christ.
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LettersGalatians 3:26–29
Sons through Faith in Christ
These four verses describe what is true for those who are in Christ Jesus. The passage connects faith, baptism, unity, and promise, showing a shared identity centred on belonging to Christ.
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LettersGalatians 4:1–7
Sons and Heirs
This passage compares a young heir under supervision with those who were in bondage, then shows the change God made by sending his Son and the Spirit of his Son.
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LettersGalatians 4:8–20
Paul’s Concern for the Galatians
Paul writes with deep concern because the Galatians are in danger of returning to spiritual slavery.
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LettersGalatians 4:21–31
Hagar and Sarah
Paul uses the story of Abraham’s two sons to make a teaching point about law, promise, bondage and freedom.
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LettersGalatians 5:1–15
Freedom in Christ
Paul urges the Galatians to stand firm in the freedom Christ has given. He warns that seeking justification by law leads away from grace, and he shows that Christian freedom is meant to become loving service toward others.
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LettersGalatians 6:1–10
Carry One Another’s Burdens
Galatians 6:1–10 teaches believers how to treat one another with gentleness, honesty and steady goodness.
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LettersGalatians 6:11–18
Final Warnings and Blessings
In these closing lines, Paul draws attention to his own handwriting, warns against people who pressure others about circumcision, and finishes by centring everything on the cross, new creation, peace, mercy and grace.
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LettersEphesians 1:1–2
Paul’s Greeting to the Ephesians
These opening lines begin the letter simply and clearly. Paul identifies himself, names the readers, and offers them grace and peace.
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LettersEphesians 1:3–14
Spiritual Blessings
Ephesians 1:3-14 is a rich passage of praise and teaching. It speaks about God’s blessings in Christ, including holiness, adoption, forgiveness, inheritance, and the promised Holy Spirit, and it repeatedly points to God’s glory.
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LettersEphesians 1:15–23
Spiritual Wisdom
These verses are a prayer of thanks and request. The writer gives thanks for the readers’ faith and love, then asks God to help them know him better and understand Christ’s great power and authority.
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LettersEphesians 2:1–10
Alive with Christ
Ephesians 2:1–10 explains a great change. It describes an old way of life in transgressions and sins, then shows what God has done in Christ Jesus by mercy, love and grace, and what that new life is for.
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