A Coptic Orthodox Journey through the Bible
A verse-by-verse Bible Study from the Coptic Orthodox Christian perspective. Geared for those who want to understand the Bible from the perspective of one of the most ancient churches in the world. Established in the first century in Egypt by St.
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Epistle to the Philippians Introduction & Chapter 1 (opens the original)
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The major theme of the entire epistle is joy. It is a joy that comes from God through difficult circumstances. It demonstrates to us a portrait of the believer as a saint, who, despite suffering in difficult situations, is always rejoicing in the Lord. The world cannot deprive us of the comfort in Jesus Christ, or of experiencing the spiritual victory over difficult circumstances. Chapter 1 focuses on joy amid suffering. After greeting them, St. Paul explains to the Philippians that they are a s
Epistle to the Ephesians Chapter 6 (opens the original)
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In the first 3 chapters of this epistle St. Paul presented theological arguments. In chapter 4, he begins discussing the practical application of how to live as a Christian. He begins broadly and with each chapter goes deeper and more personal. Here he explains how we all live together in unity, in one family, one Body. To meet this divine love practically, we have to be widening our hearts to one another to carry the unity of the spirit. St. Paul does not suggest that we walk in unity, he plead
Epistle to the Ephesians Chapter 5 (opens the original)
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In Ch 4 we were instructed to walk in a manner worthy of our calling. We should walk in unity and purity. In this chapter we are urged to walk in love, light and wisdom. Additionally, the church is to accept God's call to enjoy the new life in Christ. And this new life is manifested in our individual life, worship and behavior. All of our actions should reflect "a sacrifice to God." When we live like this our worship is not separated from our behavior. In this chapter, St. Paul continues from th
Epistle to the Ephesians Chapter 4 (opens the original)
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We are now moving to part 2 of the epistle. As we have previously discussed, St. Paul’s epistles are usually divided where in the first part he presents his theological points and the second part is the practical application of the first part, which is what he does in his letter to the Ephesians. In the second part he will discuss: Unity and respecting talents (ch. 4); Worship and behavior and we will see most of the reading that we use in our wedding ceremony (ch. 5); and practical life and spi
Epistle to the Ephesians Chapter 3 (opens the original)
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In this chapter - St. Paul covers 2 points: 1) to understand the mystery that was hidden for so long but now, in the NT is revealed to the Church and through the Church; and 2) this chapter is concluded by a beautiful prayer; 2nd prayer in letter to Ephesians (see 1:17+) Regarding this chapter, St. Paul speaks about "the mystery of Christ," which is discovered through a revelation of God. The mystery of Christ is the call of the Gentiles to partake of the inheritance and to obtain the promises i
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