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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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Paul’s Five Practical Commands

Men Lifting Holy Hands: A Call to Worship and Service