Look at the Book

The New Testament does not abolish the social shell of slavery. But it does transform it so radically that a property-owner relationship becomes unthinkable.

The gospel did not abolish slavery immediately, but it did radically reform the master-slave relationship by making both brothers.

When Paul addresses Christian slaves, he calls them to obey even unbelieving masters. Why?

When discerning whether a man should be an elder, be cautious, testing thoroughly, but don’t be paralyzed by fear of choosing imperfectly.

Sometimes, Christians pit doctors and divine healing against one another, as if relying on natural remedies reveals a lack of faith. Does Scripture support that assumption?

Choosing elders is a serious business. Paul charges us to do so knowing we are in the presence of God, Jesus Christ, and the elect angels.

When accusations arise, Paul would have churches refuse to let elders be destroyed by liars — and refuse to let lying elders destroy sheep.

Paul sees a connection between hardworking pastors and oxen laboring in the field. Both deserve to be rewarded for their work.

Pastors deserve to be paid for their labor. They spend themselves to edify the flock, so the flock should spend to provide for them.

The grace of God is not an excuse for laziness. It gives not only pardon for sin but power for Christ-honoring work.