Continuing the theme of the results of faith in Christ, Galatians 5:16-26 lists specific manifestations of the flesh (sinful nature) and of the Holy Spirit. The outward evidence of living by the Holy Spirit is the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Jesus combined a warning of judgment with a demonstration of the liberating power of the kingdom of God.
The detailed instructions for the construction of the Tent of Meeting held important lessons for Israel and also for us today.
The Thessalonian Christians show us what it looks like to live out God’s grace under persecution.