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Be Anxious for Nothing: A Biblical Perspective on Anxiety

July 12, 2024Weekly Blogapostle Paul, be anxious for nothing, biblical principle, human experience, mild worry, New Testament, NIV, Philippians 4:6, reality of anxiety, severe panic attacksJeff Hagen

In the New Testament, the apostle Paul offers a profound piece of advice in his letter to the Philippians: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God” (Philippians 4:6, NIV).

This encouragement to be anxious for nothing is not merely an idealistic notion but a deeply rooted biblical principle that acknowledges the reality of anxiety while providing a divine solution.

Paul’s Five Practical Commands

January 19, 2024Weekly Blogapostle Paul, challenges, Christian Living, Christianity, Church Issues, Corinthians, Faith, Spiritual Alertness, VigilanceJeff Hagen

The apostle Paul wrote his first letter to the Corinthians to address various issues and challenges that the church in Corinth was facing. At the very end, he gave a concise and powerful summary – five clear commands, of how Christians should live in a hostile world.

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14 NIV)

Men Lifting Holy Hands: A Call to Worship and Service

October 25, 2023Weekly Blog1 Timothy 2:8, apostle Paul, dependence on God, hands, Jewish tradition, men, Prayer, priestly act, Roman gesture, surrender, worshipJeff Hagen

Is there something to men lifting their hands to God in prayer or worship?

In his first letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul writes, “Therefore I want the men everywhere to pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling” (1 Timothy 2:8). This simple phrase, “lifting holy hands,” has a rich meaning and significance.

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